Elon Musk hints Tesla diners are coming to major cities worldwide but there's a catch
This isn't a sudden idea. Musk first shared his plan back in 2018, where he talked about setting up a 'drive-in' with roller-skating servers and rock music at a Supercharger location in LA. Years later, that idea has finally taken shape.Inside the diner, the setting is far from ordinary. Tesla's humanoid robot, Optimus, was spotted serving popcorn to guests, giving the whole place a futuristic vibe. A popular tech YouTuber who visited the diner described it as a dream spot for technology fans.NBC News claims that the menu has been crafted by chef Eric Greenspan and includes both classic diner food and Tesla-themed items. Visitors can expect burgers, hot dogs, grilled cheese sandwiches, chicken and waffles, and milkshakes — some served in Cybertruck-shaped boxes. The prices reportedly range between $4 and $15. Guests are welcomed by servers on roller skates offering ice cream samples, while drive-in screens play old shows like The Jetsons, adding a fun retro touch.Tesla fans were seen lining up outside the location hours before it opened. In true Musk style, the gates opened at 4:20 PM, a time he has often used as a humorous reference.While everything looks promising, the big question now is whether Tesla will bring this experience to other countries. If the LA model does well, Tesla diners may one day become a familiar sight at EV charging spots across the world, maybe in India too. For now, the focus is on how the idea performs at home before it can travel globally.- Ends
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