The Meltdown

Late-night comfort food in Oakhurst, with decidedly mixed reviews.

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$$$$Oakhurst, CA

About

The Meltdown sits along Highway 41 in Oakhurst, open nearly around the clock — 6 AM to midnight most nights, and 6 AM to 1 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. The price point is moderate ($$), and reviewers mention ordering sandwiches at the counter. Call ahead at (559) 683-2000 before making a special trip, since recent feedback on this location has been mixed.

What Reviewers Say

This is a small sample — 2.4 out of 5 from five reviews — but the pattern is consistent enough to flag. Several reviewers describe long waits (over an hour in one case), missing utensils, and confusion around delivery pickup and addresses. More than one reviewer also notes this location operates alongside a Denny's, so don't expect a separate storefront if you're stopping by in person. On the upside, one visitor called their sandwich "actually really good," and the location has picked up at least one five-star review too. Worth weighing both sides before you decide it's your stop.

Hours & Contact

Monday–Thursday & Sunday: 6 AM – midnight
Friday–Saturday: 6 AM – 1 AM
Phone: (559) 683-2000
Price level: $$

Frequently Asked Questions

What are The Meltdown's hours in Oakhurst?

It's open 6 AM to midnight Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and 6 AM to 1 AM on Friday and Saturday.

Is The Meltdown well-reviewed?

It currently carries a 2.4 out of 5 from five reviews, with complaints centered on long waits and order mix-ups, though at least one reviewer specifically praised the sandwich.

Can I dine in at The Meltdown, or is it pickup/delivery only?

Reviews are mixed on this — several describe it as operating alongside a Denny's location and mention confusion with delivery pickup, so call (559) 683-2000 ahead to confirm dine-in seating before you go.

Reviews (5)

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Swinderman Wajda

2 weeks ago

I expected a simple counter lunch, but the sandwhich was actually really good and made my day. i still wish it came with fries though.

jingfang yu

4 months ago

I visited this Denny’s near Yosemite and had a very disappointing experience. After being seated, I waited over an hour before anyone came to take my order. During that time, no staff checked on me or provided any explanation. When my food finally arrived, no utensils were given. I tried to get someone’s attention, but no one helped, and I ended up eating with my hands. This level of service is unacceptable. I understand restaurants can be busy, but completely ignoring a customer for over an hour and failing to provide basic dining necessities is not okay. I hope management takes this seriously and improves their service.

Brian McNamara

a year ago

It's a Denny's, just with longer waits and poorer service, i.e. can't eat it in store and taking twice as long to make.

Gabriel V

2 years ago

August Schnitker

2 years ago

Worst experience ever!!! First off the melt down I just Denny's, had I know that I would not have ordered. Then I am getting text that my meal is complete but can't find the place because it's Denny's with a different address. Nothing to tell you this outside, from the street. Then I go in to pick up my order thet they are texting me is done, oh but no it's not ready yet. They are missing one sandwich. So 20 minutes later we get our food, no drinks just the food, can tell when we get back to the room and open them up mine, and my sons hot mess, was a cold excuse. They call this a melt, all that melted was the bread. I could not find the cheese. Then the sandwich we waited on that was forgotten, the feeling grovey melt was no where near the photo, or ingredients, just a slab of chicken, and spinach, that was all. No bacon, no onion ring!!! My son who is in the hospitality industry (restaurant) was disgusted by the product. Wanted to take it all back but wife said no. So I filed mine and my son's in the trash and went to Carl's Jr. Go figure. Would never refer this garbage to anyone. Look at the photos of this 15.00 sandwich