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    Don's Drive-In

    253 Reviews
    #49 of 233 Restaurants in Traverse City
    $American, Fast food,
    Diner
    2030 N US Highway 31 N, Traverse City, MI 49686-3750
    +1 231-938-1860
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    Overview
    4.0
    253 reviews
    • Excellent34%
    • Very good47%
    • Average13%
    • Poor3%
    • Terrible3%
    Travellers talk about
    “fries” (63 reviews)
    “hamburger” (20 reviews)
    “burgers and shakes” (6 reviews)
    Opens in 30 min
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    CUISINES
    American, Fast food, Diner
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    LOCATION
    2030 N US Highway 31 N, Traverse City, MI 49686-3750
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    1 - 10 of 253 reviews

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Most excellent !

    The restaurant exudes a happy nostalgia. The food was very good. The serving sizes were ample. The shake with real fruit is one of the best I’ve ever tasted.

    Thank Swayback R
    Reviewed 23 February 2018
    The wait here is always long!

    If you're looking for quick service don't bother with Don's Drive-In. Both times I've been here in the last six months the wait was way too long especially for something as simple as an order of french fries. The atmosphere here is awesome but the...More

    Thank adrianna24sings
    Reviewed 8 February 2018
    Go for the vibe

    This place oozes the Fifties, so it's a fun stop. The food, however, is another matter, so one visit was enough. Our meals were mediocre at best and not a good buy for the money. 'Nuf said.

    Thank Mary N
    Reviewed 9 October 2017 via mobile
    Loved it!

    Fun and nostalgic experience. Food was excellent. I had a grilled cheese and fries. My husband had the cheeseburger basket. Said his burger was best he's had in a long time. He said it wasn't greasy in the least and just the right size. We...More

    Thank Atlanta_GACindy
    Reviewed 8 October 2017
    Really 1950's

    Exactly as described. Burger was definately better than fast food, but the serving size was just average for both sandwiches and sides.

    Thank Donna S
    Reviewed 1 October 2017
    Glad we stopped

    Have driven by this restaurant countless times and never stopped. Finally decided to give it a try and it was wonderful. Great and very fast service and good food. My 1/4 pound burger was big and cooked to order. My husband was very happy with...More

    Thank NorthernSpie
    Reviewed 30 September 2017 via mobile
    2 nights in Traverse

    Part drive in and part inside eating. The waitress was friendly and efficient. The place was clean. We ordered a burger and a malt, both were great. The extra crispy fries were delivered as ordered. Kind of a 60's atmosphere. We usually end up here...More

    Thank Gary S
    Reviewed 22 September 2017
    reminds me of the 60s

    but that is exactly the point. Inside is decorated as a step back in time. It's a burger and milkshake place and does both extremely well. Try the cherry milkshake with real cherries!

    Thank NCactuary
    Reviewed 15 September 2017 via mobile
    Good burgers and shakes

    Good burgers and shakes. I'm not a big fan of steak fries with burgers, but they were ok. Fair warning...the large shakes are huge.

    Thank Jessalayne
    Reviewed 4 September 2017
    A Fifties type diner. Not to be missed.

    The atmosphere is retro and food is good. Have a burger and a shake (they make them like they did long ago). The fresh cherry shake is FABULOUS. Ask for your fries extra crispy or they tend to be undercooked. Kids meals come in a...More

    Thank Nancy S

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    Restaurant Details

    Rating summary
    • Food
      Service
    • Value
      Atmosphere
    Cuisine
    American, Fast food, Diner
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner, After-hours
    Restaurant features
    Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible
    Good for
    Kids, Local cuisine, Child-friendly
    Open Hours
    Sunday
    10:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    Monday
    10:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    Tuesday
    10:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    Wednesday
    10:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    Thursday
    10:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    Friday
    10:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
    Saturday
    10:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
    Location and Contact Information
    • Address: 2030 N US Highway 31 N, Traverse City, MI 49686-3750
    • Location: United States  >  Michigan (MI)  >  Grand Traverse County  >  Traverse City
    • Phone Number: +1 231-938-1860
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