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Howards Drive-In

3.4 (63 reviews)
InexpensiveBurgers
Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Divey
Quiet
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Christina M.

A few days ago we were stopped to get gas nearby at the Walmart. It was good price per gas buddy. We wanted to grab lunch and were about to check the map but I looked up and saw this place next door. Decided to give it a try. Basically, it was tasty. The cheeseburger was a good drive thru burger, onion rings were good, chocolate milkshake also good. Steak fingers tasty and gravy. The French fries were somehow under cooked even though the food took a while to be ready. Texas toast was very yummy. The staff were friendly. This is definitely a local place and so long as you're not trying to get back on the road of a long drive and you have time to hang out a bit and wait, it's a solid choice. 3 stars for undercooked fries and long wait time.

Bacon cheeseburger w/ jalapeños

Here again!!! Bacon Cheeseburger... okra..(instead of fries).. vanilla cream Dr Pepper... yum yum get u sum!!

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Tim P.

Had a shake, green chili cheese bacon burger and tots. Friendly enough. Smells delicious. Whitney Hopper prints framed in dining room a nice touch. Lovely bag and nicely wrapped. Thanks y'all.

Chicken strip dinner

We got the chicken strip dinner and steak finger dinner. We chose to substitute the coleslaw for extra gravy. The portions were really big. Everything was hand battered there. For my taste it needed more salt but that's easy to rectify. I also like my fries more crispy so next time I will order them well done. The meat was cooked perfectly. Prices were great. We will definitely be back!

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Reviews are mixed. Many highlight the fresh, flavorful burgers and friendly, helpful service, with several enjoying the welcoming home-style atmosphere.

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The burgers and fries are subpar and expensive for the quality. There are better options close by for similar prices

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Needed a quick bite and to get back on the road. Hamburger, fries, and onion rings were great. Quick friendly service was a plus.

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Burger was good and the ries were tasty. Staff very friendly and good price. Not tje fastest but was worth stopping and taking a break.

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Burgers were very good and the fries were also great. Recommend by the hotel clerk. We will eat there again when we come through!

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Great little burger place on the way to big bend. Got bacon cheeseburger..I will take theirs any day over Carl's Jr or McDonald's

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