Anniversary: Mel’s Drive-in celebrated its 75th anniversary yesterday with decorations and a special 75% off deal on select menu items. The restaurant chain opened its Santa Monica location in the iconic building at the end of Route 66 in 2018 and has become a fixture for locals looking for classic diner food and tourists interested in some Americana.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on December 15, 2022. Read the original PDF.