One of South Philadelphia's iconic diners is likely to soon be gone.
Recently released plans show that the landmark Melrose Diner at 1501 Snyder Ave will be demolished. The plans obtained by the Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections show the space will be turned into an apartment building with commercial space on the ground level.
Under the recently revealed plans, the diner will be reincarnated in the new building featuring 94 apartment units with a roof deck as well as commercial space on the ground floor.
There will be outdoor seating available for diners.
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Melrose Diner was forced to close last year after an early morning fire. After that July 2022 blaze, owner Michael Petrogiannis said he didn't plan to demolish the landmark eatery, reports the Philadelphia Inquirer.
On Facebook the diner posted a message on Thursday about the diner reopening. The post read in part:
"Hi all. We appreciate the outpouring of concern and support. Concrete plans for our reopening will be revealed to the public in the coming weeks...We believe in doing things right the first time, so when our finalized plan for reopening *at the same location* is approved it will be made public. Thank you for continued support. We look forward to serving you for decades to come. Stay tuned."
The 2022 fire followed an earlier blaze in July 2019 that forced the Melrose Diner to close for several weeks.
Similar plans are in store for the Broad Street Diner.
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