Tesla's new Hollywood diner combines old-school charm with futuristic tech, including a humanoid robot named Optimus that serves popcorn. Here's what fans experienced on opening day.

Optimus distributes popcorn at the Tesla Diner and Supercharger station near Hollywood in Los Angeles. Tesla CEO Elon Musk believes that such visions will become a common occurrence in the short term. Humanoid robots will be a part of everyday life in many ways.

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Journalists from the newsroom weren’t allowed inside the robotaxis and were mocked for asking riders basic questions.

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The first Tesla Diner opened on Monday in Los Angeles to a crowd of customers. The restaurant has Tesla chargers, a robot that serves popcorn and a drive-in movie theater. Tesla CEO Elon Musk said he plans to build more diners in the future if this location succeeds.