Tucson
The Meltdown

The Meltdown

Eat Local in Tucson

2.9 8 Google reviews

+1 520 623 82 49555 N Freeway, Tucson, Arizona 85745 · Barrio Hollywood

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Where to find them

555 N Freeway, Tucson, Arizona 85745

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About

From a love of all things cheesy and the idea that mealtime should fit your mood, The Meltdown is the new go-to for handcrafted melts with fresh ingredients and a side of attitude. With flavor combinations you didn’t see coming, we’ve got you covered for breakfast, lunch, dinner or any snack time in between. And did we mention it’s brought to you by Denny’s, the people who invented America’s Diner (excuse the humble brag)? So sit back, order through our exclusive delivery partner, DoorDash and go ahead - have a meltdown - you earned it.

Amenities

Service options

  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert

Hours

Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours
Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours

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