Mels DriveIn Sherman Oaks

Name: Mels DriveIn Sherman Oaks
Address: 14846 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91403, US
Telephone: +18189900648
Price range: $$

$$Sherman Oaks

$$ · Moderate
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14846 Ventura Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
+18189900648

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Restaurant in Sherman Oaks.

Mels DriveIn Sherman Oaks is at 14846 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks. Listed with Rakuten Dining as of 2026-10-10.

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Hours

Monday	6 AM – 11 PM
Tuesday	6 AM – 11 PM
Wednesday	6 AM – 11 PM
Thursday	6 AM – 11 PM
Friday	6 AM – 11 PM
Saturday	6 AM – 11 PM
Sunday	6 AM – 11 PM

Location

14846 Ventura Blvd · Sherman Oaks, Sherman Oaks

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Mel's Drive-In - Sherman Oaks

Panzanella Ristorante

Harvest Bar & Juice

Joe's Pizza - Sherman Oaks

Anajak Thai Cuisine

Tacos 1986 - Sherman Oaks