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The Melt

The Melt

Sandwich Spot and American Restaurant$$$$
Palo Alto
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    Ranked #4 for sandwich spots in Palo Alto
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    Mike K.
    "Really enjoyed the Italian Job and sweet potato fries."(4 Tips)
    Gayle L. M.
    "Get the Brie and Apple Butter sandwich and ask for bacon and tomato."(4 Tips)
    whitney b.
    "Add tomato and bacon to your grilled cheese for free!"(9 Tips)
    H R.
    "The spicy black bean soup is amazing!"(2 Tips)
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  • Priscila d.
    Priscila de AlcântaraOctober 24, 2016
    The restaurant has a nice and modern atmosphere. The burgers are yummy, I got the cheeseburger, it tastes good and fresh.
    Upvoted Feb 3
  • Jon M.heart icon on user image
    Jon MenagerDecember 1, 2015
    Genuinely loved The Melt. Delicious grilled cheese sandwiches and really unique soda and soda fountains. A fun place to stop and eat!
    Upvoted Feb 16
  • Danielle F.
    Danielle FSeptember 13, 2014
    House Special today was Jalapeño Popper Melt and it was the perfect balance of spicy and cheesey. Tomatoes Basil soup on the side
  • Mike K.heart icon on user image
    Mike KokubaJanuary 2, 2018
    The snickerdoodle milkshake was excellent! Really enjoyed the Italian Job and sweet potato fries. Delicious food without much of a wait.
  • Kevin S.heart icon on user image
    Kevin SweeneyNovember 7, 2020
    The pizza is great... Burgers!! The burgers are what's good here. Also the fries. Also have Beyond.
  • Eric M.heart icon on user image
    Eric MitchellNovember 14, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Don't wait in line. Order from the iPad by the entrance and skip the line. Oh and pretty much everything is good here.
  • Lucille F.
    Lucille FisherDecember 14, 2014
    Comfort food galore! Forget counting calories & simply savour the melted cheesy goodness!
  • Karolina 🦖heart icon on user image
    Karolina 🦖October 1, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Super organized. Go streight to the iPods, ordering is quick and easy.
  • Michael T.heart icon on user image
    Michael TchouNovember 2, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Quick service and a great way to get your comfort food fix. Two tomato basil soup is great.
  • N L.heart icon on user image
    N LFebruary 10, 2013
    Love their drinking fountain. Surprising and fresh flavor other than the regular Coke and Pepsi products. The ice is made with bubbles.
  • Shawna M.heart icon on user image
    Shawna MarieMay 22, 2017
    Kiosk for not waiting in line, quick, and always great. Indoor and outdoor seating!
  • Gayle L. M.
    Gayle L. McDowellFebruary 6, 2012
    Get the Brie and Apple Butter sandwich and ask for bacon and tomato. Or, get it with the Parisian combo.
  • zeynep y.heart icon on user image
    zeynep yılmazJuly 29, 2016
    grilled cheese was awesome !! and soo cheap!!
  • Raj S.heart icon on user image
    Raj S.September 25, 2012
    There are 5 combos on the menu. There are 5 days in the work week. Start from the beginning and have great lunch everyday.
  • T Z.heart icon on user image
    T ZMay 31, 2015
    Mac sandwich is good. Fries with bacon is really good.
  • Tatiana L.heart icon on user image
    Tatiana LutzMay 13, 2015
    Good burgers. Really liked their mac n cheese with truffles
  • Spencer S.heart icon on user image
    Spencer SchoebenJanuary 9, 2013
    Fun and simple place to grab lunch while at the mall. Good grilled cheese, as you'd expect.
  • Jennifer R.
    Jennifer RMarch 22, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Bacon now costs $1 extra. They also added new combos, but took some away too.
  • Lee G.
    Lee GodbyApril 13, 2013
    Enjoy the Shorty, but swap out the spicy black bean soup for the sweet corn tortilla...
  • Jennifer K.
    Jennifer KoJanuary 20, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Bacon and Tomato are free options. They will usually they will ask you if you want them.
  • Colleen C.
    Colleen ConnorOctober 2, 2015
    Delicious grilled cheese. Take a break from shopping and have a great sandwich.
  • Brett B.heart icon on user image
    Brett BullingtonAugust 5, 2022
    Been here 5+ times
    Grilled cheese!
  • H R.
    H RAugust 9, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The spicy black bean soup is amazing!
  • Diane B.
    Diane BarreraMay 17, 2012
    Add the smoked bacon & fresh tomato to you sandwich!
  • Elizabeck
    ElizabeckMay 18, 2012
    The Brie cheese melt wit bacon and tomatoes is delish
  • Ameliaheart icon on user image
    AmeliaAugust 1, 2015
    Horrible place. Ordered no cheese because I'm highly allergic and they put cheese on it and didn't put any fries, also forgot a sauce. SECOND TIME THEY FORGOT NO CHEESE. Careless workers.
  • Andrew N.heart icon on user image
    Andrew NormanOctober 27, 2014
    Not bad, but they could take their sandwiches to the next level if they used a panini press
  • Rebecca R.
    Rebecca RossAugust 21, 2013
    $1 PBR with any Melt after 4pm
  • Steven D.
    Steven DoyleMarch 11, 2016
    Mac and cheese sandwich !
  • natalie k.heart icon on user image
    natalie kayJune 25, 2020
    The Italian Job is delicious!
  • Alice
    AliceDecember 17, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    It's all about The Italian Job and The No Nuts PB&J!
  • Diane B.
    Diane BarreraJune 20, 2012
    Add the tomato and bacon - it's free
  • Al B.heart icon on user image
    Al B.August 11, 2014
    Anything is good here!
  • Helena J.
    Helena JaramilloJune 9, 2013
    The Parisian sandwich if you want something sweet!
  • Jennifer K.
    Jennifer KoDecember 10, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    They have Organic Heinz ketchup here :)
  • Gayle L. M.
    Gayle L. McDowellFebruary 7, 2012
    Bring a sweater! It's been freezing everytime I've been here. Everyone has their coats on.
  • Sean G.
    Sean GollerDecember 21, 2011
    The fountain soda is amazing! Perfectly aerated.
  • Brittney C.
    Brittney CampbellDecember 15, 2011
    They're giving out free meals right now! Soup, melt, chips, and a drink :)
  • Michelle D.
    Michelle Dela CruzNovember 14, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Go for the Italian Job sandwich. It's the best!
  • Juca
    JucaJuly 3, 2013
    The Melt now delivers. Visit fluc.com to order now. Read more
  • whitney b.
    whitney bMarch 12, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Add tomato and bacon to your grilled cheese for free!
  • Shiloh S.
    Shiloh ScottSeptember 22, 2013
    It's soooo cold in here! Bring a jacket!
  • InExile
    InExileJanuary 16, 2012
    Check the Order Board for the status of your order.
  • Max K.heart icon on user image
    Max KJuly 1, 2015
    They serve beer 🍻👌🏼
  • Cynthia F.
    Try The Mission! Spicy and delicious
  • Christina X.
    Christina XianApril 1, 2012
    smoked bacon and tomato is free !
  • Sean S.
    Sean SmileyJanuary 29, 2012
    Try the Jalepeno Jack grilled cheese
  • Nadyne R.
    Nadyne RichmondApril 22, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    The mac and cheese is pretty bland.
  • Ashley S.heart icon on user image
    Ashley SpearsMarch 20, 2015
    I wanted to love this place but the grilled cheese is not good
  • Derek B.
    Derek BilteDecember 14, 2011
    Say "fontina" for a free sandwich on opening day.
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