History of Tesla Diner & Drive-In in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 22, 2025

The Tesla Diner & Drive-In, a restaurant and drive-in movie theater with 75 V4 Supercharger stalls, opened on July 21, 2025, at 4:20 PM on Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles. It is operated by Tesla, Inc., combining dining and entertainment with electric vehicle charging.

2018: Elon Musk Announces Diner Concept

In 2018, Elon Musk initially announced the concept for the Tesla Diner.

2022: Tesla Diner to be located at Shakey's Pizza Site

In 2022, it was announced that Tesla Diner would be located at the site of a former Shakey's Pizza in Hollywood, on the historic Route 66.

2023: Tesla Diner Announced for Los Angeles

In 2023, Elon Musk announced on X that Tesla would build a diner in Los Angeles, describing it as "Grease meets Jetsons with Supercharging."

March 2025: Eric Greenspan to Run Tesla Diner

In March 2025, it was revealed that longtime Los Angeles chef Eric Greenspan, a pioneer in the development of ghost kitchens, would run the Tesla Diner.

July 21, 2025: Tesla Diner & Drive-In Opening

On July 21, 2025, the Tesla Diner & Drive-In, featuring a drive-in movie theater and 75 V4 Supercharger stalls, opened at 4:20pm on Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles. Tesla, Inc. operates it.