"Mel’s Drive-In, a San Francisco original, first opened a location on South Van Ness in 1947. It is known for its classic diner style which has now been renovated and rebranded as Mel’s Kitchen on Van Ness. The new version is a modernized American restaurant with a full bar, dark wood, burgundy booths, and soft lighting, having replaced the 1950s kitsch and memorabilia." - Janelle Bitker
