Tesla has officially opened its long-rumored restaurant—and it’s not just another pit stop. Located in Hollywood, the newly launched Tesla Diner & Drive-In blends nostalgic American eateries with the company’s signature futuristic edge.
The project, long teased by Elon Musk, is a bold new venture aimed at merging electric vehicle charging with entertainment and quality dining.
The diner sits atop a major Tesla Supercharger hub with around 80 charging stalls, making it one of the largest in the U.S. But this is no basic recharge station.
The restaurant offers a two-level structure, featuring an indoor dining area and an expansive rooftop with wide views of Hollywood.
It’s open 24 hours a day, a detail Musk emphasized by saying it would stay open “from now until forever.”
The structure blends diner charm with classic sci-fi influences, featuring sleek curves, retro details, and a futuristic edge.
With its stainless steel curves and large LED movie screens, the diner reflects Tesla’s broader vision: to redefine everyday spaces through electric innovation.
Tesla’s choice of location is deliberate. Santa Monica Boulevard is a high-traffic corridor that captures both locals and tourists.
The building replaces a former Pizza site and now serves as a sleek, electrified alternative.
Inside, design choices lean into the diner theme with curved booths, chrome accents, and retro signage—but elevated through modern lighting and technology integration.
Large outdoor screens play 30-minute sci-fi shorts and vintage films—each timed with the typical duration of a car charge.
Guests can enjoy meals in their vehicles, at indoor counters, or on the rooftop patio. Even popcorn is part of the show—served by Tesla’s own humanoid robot, Optimus.
The food is handled seriously. Tesla brought in seasoned hospitality veterans to shape the menu. Offerings include smashburgers, tallow fries, chili dogs, cinnamon buns, and even Cybertruck-shaped packaging for the tuna melts. There’s also an emphasis on regional sourcing.
The diner operates on a pooled gratuity model, adding a 20% service charge instead of traditional tipping. The kitchen is entirely electric, aligning with Tesla’s no-gas ethos.
This location is not intended as a one-off. Elon Musk has previously suggested this format could be scaled to other major cities with Tesla charging infrastructure.
While the Hollywood diner is a flagship, it may become a template—re-imagining rest stops as desirable destinations.
The mix of reliable EV charging, functional entertainment, and familiar comfort food sets it apart in both concept and execution.