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    The Melt

    4.6 (701 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Yup
    Dave F.

    Yesterday I did a Yelp search of Burgers in the Arden-Arcade area in Sacramento. I landed on The Melt. I have never been and decided yesterday was the day. Parking was super easy. Upon entering the establishment, I was really impressed by the overall vibe of the place. It is super clean. I also appreciated that the kitchen is viewable and you can watch as they prepare your food. I also liked the patio they have for nice days, it looks comfortable. I ordered the Double Spicy Mission Melt Burger. It consisted of 2/3 lbs. total of Angus & Wagyu beef, chopped and grilled with 2 slices of Pepper jack, jalapeños, avocado, lettuce, spicy Melt sauce on an Artisan bun. I also ordered regular fries. WOW!! The burger was super huge!! It was cooked to a perfect Medium which I prefer. It tasted so good. All ingredients are clean. No artificial colors, HFC, or preservatives. Pure heaven!! The fries were perfectly cooked and coated with a really tasty seasoning. And the size of the order of fries was crazy huge!!! Worth mentioning is their Ranch Dressing is very creamy and delicious. Oh, the pickles. How could I forget to mention that they give you a whole pickle cut in half to accompany your Burger? Yum. I enjoyed every bite I could muster to eat. I was super full and was unable to finish eating everything. Pro Tip 1 - It is their 15th Anniversary and they are offering a free shake if you give the password/code "Heartshake" through Sunday 8/I6/26. I went with the Snickerdoodle Shake. So thick and creamy. Very indulgent and a very good choice. The manager was really nice and her service was top notch. Thank you!! I highly recommend trying this place out if you haven't already done so - 5*

    DOUBLE BBQ BACON MELTBURGER
    Raheem A.

    After an adventurous month in South Africa, my wife and I were craving our routine of having homemade meals- hence the hiatus that I took from trying new restaurants and Yelping. When we decided to step back onto the scene, we wanted to make sure that it was something that would knock our socks off...The Melt did exactly that! Since the establishment is located roughly 30 minutes from our home, we decided to have our order delivered via DoorDash. My wife and often share similar tastes, so we both opted for the Double BBQ Bacon MeltBurger. I ordered the garlic parmesan fries, while my wife chose the cheddar bacon ranch fries. The garlic parmesan fries were good...but my wife's bacon ranch fries were delicious (I stole a couple while she wasn't looking)! On to the main event....the burger...my gawd it's been quite awhile since I have had such a memorable burger. From the bun to the meats to the cheese, it was well worth it. I have The Melt bookmarked within my Yelp profile and am already looking forward to a future opportunity to revisit their menu!

    Patty Melt perfection
    Geneva L.

    What could be wrong about a place that has cheese in almost every dish? They have a large array of burgers, chicken sandwiches, grilled cheese, and Mac and cheese along with main and side salads and milkshakes and cookie options for dessert. We shared a great patty melt. Perfectly crisp and toasted bread enveloped a yummy beef patty and two kinds of cheese, along with jammy caramelized onions. The fries were divine. Light, crispy, flavorful, with a special seasoning. I think they finally supplanted the fries I remember from Germany that to me were always the ultimate. 10/10. Delicious drinks- I had an Oaktown root beer. We both enjoyed the meal, shared the sandwich and fries and it was perfect. Definitely membership of the clean plate club. Simple seating with tables and chairs and plenty of light. You order at the counter or at a kiosk and pick up at the counter. Drinks are self serve including ice water at a station adjacent to the counter. The staff member we ordered from was welcoming and professional. Be aware the parking lot gets crowded during mealtimes so plan accordingly.

    Mitch!
    Brian M.

    Timothy and the food were super amazing!! Burger fries were perfection! Love this spot by sac state! Clean inside and out. Service and timothy was a highlight! Will be back

    Cynthia F.

    This was my first time here. I wanted something savory, good, and just smothered. This place was perfect and satisfied my cravings. The indoor seating was nice, plenty of space, food was done fast, and staff were friendly.

    Veronica B.

    We came here on a Sunday and were able to find a table inside without much trouble. Ordering is done through a kiosk, and you pick up your food at the front when it's ready. Overall, the food tasted good. The only downside was that my hamburger wasn't cooked the way I requested. The employees were friendly, and the restaurant was clean, which made for a pleasant dining experience.

    The Melt (Sacramento, CA): Interior
    Savannah R.

    I visited The Melt in Sacramento, CA [2070 Fair Oaks Blvd] on Wednesday, 05/27/26, around 2 PM. I was happy to come back to this restaurant, as Liz Zuniga (Guest Happiness Manager) encouraged me to give this restaurant another shot. In this visit, I proceeded to order the following food items: * Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich * Melty Mac * Tomato Soup The chicken sandwich was juicy and fried to perfection. The size of the chicken breast was huge. The spicy melt sauce was delicious, too. I added mayonnaise to enhance the flavor. The Melty Mac was decently prepared. I added black pepper on top. Lastly, the Tomato Soup was absolutely incredible and divine, just like I remembered from the first visit. What stood out about this visit was the associate, Timothy. He was so extroverted and pleasantly kind to the point where he was engaging with all of the guests inside the restaurant. I enjoyed our conversation, as he was super welcoming and ensured that I was taken care of. He even went around to offer complimentary chocolate chip cookies to everyone! I'd say his unforgettable hospitality definitely brought this review up to 5 stars. As a bonus, I liked how this restaurant offered free Wi-Fi. It was super convenient, as I needed to complete work on my laptop. The inside of the restaurant was clean and presentable. Parking was easy to find around this time, too. I'll definitely be back to try more food items from the menu.

    My daughter with the cheese pull...
    Jerry H.

    Got the classic melt burger (well done) and added onions, tomatoes and lettuce. Much better than I remembered. Definitely will come back again.

    The patty melt and tomato soup
    Dan W.

    I'll leave this as a 3 instead of a 2, but under protest. The reason being is that I'm willing to come back, but they need to make some improvements. First, the good. The tomato soup was actually very good, not simply an afterthought side dish. I ordered the patty melt...at a place called "The Melt," with pictures of items covered in gooey cheese. False advertising? Look at my picture. While the cheese had good taste, there was nowhere near "the melt effect" one would expect. The patty was cooked well, but has no seasoning... therefore, no flavor. I think they don't season it because of the supposed melt sauce...I say supposed, because there was no sauce on my melt, though the description says melt sauce. I sat there with great tomato soup, a sandwich with minimal cheese, and a soda...for $$. I would definitely give it a second try....but I guess if you actually want cheese, or flavor, for that matter, avoid the patty melt

    Patty melt
    Brianns H.

    Starting off with the customer service by Timothy, he was very kind in greeting us in and taking our order for us.. he even went around and checked in with people at tables to make sure everything was going good. The food is DELICIOUS! Everything I come, the food never disappoints! Even with it being cheesy, it is not greasy and the shakes are SOOOOO CREAMY

    Free cookies 3/6/26
    Marcia R.

    We walked in at around 10ish and not busy It was very quit The counter was not busy and the had self check out too We use the self check out. Our food was good and fresh salads and very clean and super nice We were all hungry and happy after

    Garlic Parmesan fries
    Kristi M.

    Fast, lots of choices and yummy. Garlic Parmesan fries were perfect. We all finished our meals. Sat on the clean patio. Bathrooms were locked and took a bit to get staff to check on that.

    Sarah T.

    Stopped in here to grab the three cheese classic sandwich for lunch. It wasn't busy at all. The Grilled cheese was really good. Loved the buttery sourdough & cheesiness. I ordered from my app as I was using a reward & couldn't find how to apply the reward when ordering from the kiosk. Nice place but parking & the entrance is interesting. Parking can be challenging. They have a nice outdoor seating area & plenty of seating inside.

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    10 months ago

    Great epic burgers . Fry's were also amazing. The fountain drinks are from a brand I never heard of but they're very good.

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    4 months ago

    Incredible customer service. Remy had great suggestions, was very kind, and made my birthday special. The cookies are underrated!

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    4 months ago

    Fries are always hella bomb here. Burgers are good.. it's hard to choose from the classic melts or load d mac. Great service from Timothy.

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    10 months ago

    Fair to say one of the best burgers we've had! Great food and exceptional service--especially thanks to Timothy!

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    9 months ago

    Flavorful and tasty food. Clean and friendly environment. Their chicken sandwich was super spicy and I will be back.

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    7 months ago

    This melt branch (Sacramento) is great both food and ambience. The cashier man (Timberline) was a huge guy, so polite and friendly.

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    The double melt lettuce wrap hit the spot and Remi helped make it a great experience. Good food, great service for the win.

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    Food was great. Just what I needed after a long day. The burgers are very fresh. I would return.

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    4 months ago

    Amazing burgers and very cheesy. Thanks Timothy. Best part of the day was the thank you cookies

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    Amazing food amazing staff!!! Definitely a place to check out! I came here with my friends on our lunch break! We will definitely be back!

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    Stoner Burger

    Stoner Burger

    4.9
    (9 reviews)
    4.4 mi

    From the very first bite, Stoner Burger plunges you into your taste buds! It's not just a meal,…read moreit's an entire sensory experience. The thick steak fries, especially their cheesy variant, are sheer perfection. Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy within, and drenched in a cascade of molten cheese that teases the palate with its rich, savory goodness. I ask for extra pickles on them bc I'm weird and it taste ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. Larry be hooking it UP!!! But it doesn't stop there. Stoner Burger has the best hand selected buns. The meat? A harmonious blend of succulence and flavor. Each patty is seasoned to perfection, juicy and cooked just right, making every bite a mouthful of meaty ecstasy. Always fresh and never frozen you can trust the amount of flavor you get in each bite. And if all of this isn't reason enough to make it your go-to burger joint, then 'Stoney Sundays' surely is. Every Sunday, the establishment transforms into a members only stoners club offering an atmosphere and menu that's as relaxed and enjoyable as a lazy afternoon. It's the ideal wrap-up to your week. If you haven't yet indulged in the Stoner Burger experience, you're missing out on a feast that's not just about food but an entire mood. Dive in and savor the magic yourself !!!

    You guys! These burgers are absolutely amazing! The hot dab burger is the perfect and amount of…read moreheat and flavor!

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    Pangaea Bier Cafe

    Pangaea Bier Cafe

    4.3
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    3.4 mi
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    BEST PRETZELS IVE EVER HAD! And with the beer cheese?? Umm yes please! Crispy fries? Sign me up!…read moreJuicy burger? I'm there! The staff are great! I'm so sad it's closing because I only just discovered this place a month ago! Definitely stop by before it's gone!

    Directly across the street from Gunther's ice cream sits this non-descript watering hole. There…read morewere patrons inside and out as well as many standing around the bar. I was able to get to the front of the line and order their burger that I was told was one of the best. I grabbed a beer as well because it was one of those days ya know! I took my number sign and found some space next to a couple playing card games on a bench inside. They had a self serve icewater area that I was able to fill up my water bottle. I was also able to grab some ketchup to enjoy those fries. My burger and fries was delivered and there were more fries than expected. I focused on those first because who like cold fries, right??? The fries were actually pretty good, an above average standard French fry with salt. The burger however was phenomenal. There was an amazing crust on the outside reminiscent of a backyard bbq. There was ample bacon, lettuce, cheese and sauce to make it a balanced bite. The bun was high end brioche style, they really went all out on quality of ingredients. A standard burger build but done perfectly! Beer was cold, food was great and the ambiance is a perfect local bar. Great spot to go if you don't mind hunting for a parking space.

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    Lucky's Drive-In

    Lucky's Drive-In

    4.2
    (277 reviews)
    3.4 mi
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    Yum! Had a great first visit at Lucky's. Walking in to this bright, clean, spacious, 50s themed…read morediner, you would never have known it was a dive bar in its last couple iterations. Amazing transformation. The inside is minimal with the diner decor, keeping the place open and uncluttered (although, there's a lady mannequin propped up near the window!). The smaller back patio is also nicely remodeled with their signature red double decker bus, which I hear is very close to being ready for occupation (as of 7/12/26). That will be fun to hang out and eat your burger and fries in there, especially if A/C is provided. The cute patio is also open to leashed dogs that are well behaved. I love that they offer combos with a shake or a fountain drink. You'll find burgers, shakes, fries, chili, and hot dogs. The menu is very reasonably priced too. I got a single Lucky burger combo with a large banana peanut butter chocolate shake (you can mix flavors), upgraded to chili cheese fries, and also ordered a separate fountain drink. The cashier was very friendly, patient, and helpful. Service 10/10. Given a buzzer and found a table inside. Food came up in about 5 minutes. Good burger but had way too many onions (easy fix though). I wouldn't mind a softer bun, but it was fine. The Lucky sauce is similar to thousand island dressing, and they had a few other sauces available that I still need to try. The fries were great! Battered, seasoned, and crispy. Shake was thick and not too sweet. They use real fruit, but not sure if they use real ice cream or soft serve. Either way, it was still delicious. Shake up your burger rotation and support a small, local biz!

    Something about Lucky's always struck me as a perfect Friday night burger spot, like a great…read morelow-key treat to wrap up a week. My husband and I met up with our friend for exactly that - a way to wrap up a busy week and also catch up. There was plenty of parking available in the designated lot, and ordering at the counter was a breeze. We ordered lucky burgers and fries, all classic and added lucky sauce and garlic aioli on the side. Everything tasted super fresh and we especially loved the fries and sauces. We didn't get a chance to try out their milkshakes, but we'll be back to try more on the menu! There's also a cool double decker bus and tables in the outdoor seating in the back, which add to the overall good vibes of Lucky's.

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    Richeese Burgers

    Richeese Burgers

    4.7
    (39 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    This place popped up on my IG and it looked so bomb I had to find them and give them a try…read more Thankfully they were going to be Elk Grove and I dragged my husband out just to locate this food truck. We ordered the Cowboy burger, Swiss mushroom burger and the loaded tri tip nachos. Food was ready in about 15 minutes and considering they were a tad busy, that wasn't too bad of a wait time. I was amazed with the size of the regular loaded nachos, it was huge! Both burgers were of decent size as well. The patties were seasoned well and super juicy. But the star of the food was by far those tri tip nachos. Big chunks of tender tri tip, sweet and tangy bbq sauce and loaded with jalapeños. Overall, I'd say Sac food influencers got this one right, it was worth the hype. Give Richeese a follow on IG to see where to locate their truck and give them a try!

    We had them for an event at my work which automatically gets them points because of the impact we…read moreare trying to make on young people. The truck looks pretty cool. It is not the standard boring white. The design let's you know what they serve, but still comes through as artistic and not cartoony. The person taking the order was polite and professional especially since he was in a cramped food truck in 97 degree weather! He had the same chill and personable interaction with everyone. I ordered the regular burger without cheese. The burger looked amazing when it came out. It was cooked perfectly and the veggies stacked nicely. However, something happened in the quantum realm and my burger started falling apart after the first bite. The flavor was great, but it was too hard to eat.

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    Solimar

    Solimar

    4.5
    (58 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    A beautiful, trendy restaurant with artisan pizzas you can buy by the slice or whole to share…read more Great place to come on a date or with friends and share from their limited but elevated menu. The tempura shishito peppers and fries was so good - perfect texture. Their homemade sauce paired perfectly. My favorite pizzas were the pistachio and potato. The pistachio was definitely the most unique, but still very palatable. The sausage was good but nothing too crazy. I did not love the chicago one - came out a little too burnt and tasted more like cheese flatbread than a pizza. The ambiance is amazing inside and I can't wait to try other dishes. Service was also great - the staff was quick to help us and was super friendly.

    Menu description really needs work…read more Kinako, rhubarb and strawberry had lots of mugwort, which is an Asian herb that can be pretty hard to enjoy. It also had pickled garlic scape, which I loved. None of these ingredients were showcased on the menu, especially when the mugwort consisted of most of the greens. I also did not get much Kinako flavor in the dressing. Blueberry and preserved yuzu salad... description said herb mix, but all we got was dill. I probably wouldn't have ordered this salad if this was going to be a dill salad. My mouth tasted like dill for 6 hours after the dinner. The balance of the salad was way off. Not sure if I was enjoyed a bunch of dill of a salad. Thankfully, pizza really shines through. We ordered the strawberry pizza, and really loved the sweet strawberry and lovely Fresno chili. It was a great hot and sweet combo. Service was a little slow - but seemed bit understaffed at the time I visited. Great ambiance and would visit again, but overall pretty disappointed with the salads that we ordered. It was nothing I had expected from the menu description. I would come back for pizza and great wine selection.

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    The Melt - burgers - Updated August 2026

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