Overview
- Eric Greenspan confirmed he has left the Tesla Diner project to focus on launching his Jewish deli, Mish, a move he said was planned for more than a month.
- Employees say management has told staff the hybrid walk-up and drive-in operation will transition to a traditional full-service restaurant by January.
- Greenspan said Bill Chait remains attached to the diner and will also be a partner in Mish.
- After opening in July, the diner quickly pared its menu to improve speed, and Tesla said the site sold about 50,000 burgers in the third quarter.
- The high-profile Hollywood location drew both heavy foot traffic and protests tied to Elon Musk, and reporting indicates Tesla is exploring additional sites such as Austin and Palo Alto.