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Tesla has opened its first diner in Hollywood, California, offering a unique dining experience with a retro-futuristic design. The Tesla Diner, featuring electric vehicle charging stations, serves classic American diner food complemented by an innovative automated ordering system. With a humanoid robot serving popcorn and enormous screens for entertainment, the diner aligns with Tesla’s brand ethos. Open 24/7, this new venture marks Tesla’s entry into the restaurant industry with plans for future expansions in major cities.
California – Tesla has officially opened its first diner in Hollywood, California, marking the company’s entry into the restaurant industry. The Tesla Diner opened its doors on Monday, aiming to provide a unique dining experience that combines food and entertainment. The diner is located at the site of the former Shakey’s Pizza, a prime location in the bustling Hollywood area.
The establishment features a retro-futuristic design that is reflective of the Tesla brand’s innovative spirit. With 80 electric vehicle charging stations available, customers can conveniently charge their cars while enjoying their meals. The diner boasts two enormous 66-foot screens, where diners can watch movies, either directly at the restaurant or via the Tesla Diner app from their vehicles.
Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the Tesla Diner serves a menu of classic American diner food with a twist. Customers can choose from items like the “Tesla Burger,” “Epic Bacon,” fried chicken and waffles, grilled cheese, and tuna melts. The menu has been curated by chef Eric Greenspan, with prices ranging from $4 for fries to $15 for biscuits with red gravy, making it accessible for a variety of patrons.
Innovative technology is at the heart of the Tesla Diner experience. It features a humanoid robot named Optimus, which is responsible for serving popcorn to guests. Customers can place orders in advance using an automated “geofence” system designed to prepare meals based on the vehicle’s arrival, streamlining the dining experience.
On its opening day, the diner drew at least a thousand visitors, many of whom decorated their Tesla vehicles with decals for the special occasion, including playful designs referencing popular culture. The restaurant includes a rooftop area accessible by a staircase that provides a 360-degree view of the premises and showcases Tesla’s robotic offerings. The atmosphere was noted for its fun and friendly interactions among patrons as they waited in line.
Security measures were in place on the opening day, with access granted starting at 4:20 PM—a nod to the company’s founder’s humorous association with marijuana culture. Despite the excitement surrounding the launch, protests against Elon Musk and his involvement in the diner were visible nearby, with demonstrators voicing their discontent.
Elon Musk has indicated plans for expansion beyond Hollywood, with intentions to launch similar diner concepts in major cities and at Supercharger sites worldwide, pending the success of the Hollywood establishment. This venture represents a new direction for Tesla as it diversifies its offerings beyond electric vehicles.
While the soft launch attracted significant online attention, showcasing the diner’s unique design and dining experience, it is worth noting that the location currently does not accept cryptocurrency as a payment method. The Tesla Diner aims to provide an innovative blend of dining and entertainment that aligns with Tesla’s forward-thinking brand ethos.
This recent development positions Tesla not only as a leading electric vehicle manufacturer but also as a burgeoning player in the food service industry, merging culinary experiences with high-tech innovation.
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