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Kearney's Drive In

4.4 (25 reviews)
InexpensiveFast Food, American
Open • 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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KEARNEY'S DRIVE IN ATMOSPHERE

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Dogs allowed
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Hot dog all the way
Chelsea R.

Kearney's drive in has been slinging sandwiches, burgers, and dogs since 1967. It's not much to look at but I've heard great things about their hot dogs and I heard too late that they have a delicious pimento cheese sandwich that I'll have to go back to try. The hot dog wasn't really anything special and I've definitely had better but I'd still like to go back and try some other menu items.

The best hotdog place around with a special sweetness to their homemade chili on the Carolina red!

Never judge a book by its cover. Since childhood, we've heard this over and over again. When we had a hankering for some hot dogs Saturday afternoon, my wife reminded me that the best place in Davidson County she had heard of was 'Kearneys'. When we pulled into the general parking area, my book by its cover mantra came back to haunt me. My initial thought was, 'Where the heck are we and what is this place?'. BUT, I encourage you to park your car, turn the ignition off, and do yourself a favor by strolling over to the walkup counter and order some of the best tasting hot dogs you've ever had. We can't always look to go 'national-chain' for our eating experiences; the local businesses rely on us for their existence and this was yet again, a pleasurable experience where my heart felt good for 'going local' and my tummy felt good for the savory sweet chili smothered over my 'Carolina Reds'. The location has been around since 1967 and was opened/owned by a former US Army First Sergeant Steve Koonts. Having earned multiply awards from the 'Winston Salem Dispatch' voted on by county residents, it seemed a solid choice. You get the hot dogs in an order of 4 each. Beef, pork, or Carolina Reds. We chose to pay a little extra to have cheddar cheese and this delicious sweet meat chili on top. An order of French fries with Old Bay seasoning generously sprinkled on top completed the small town afternoon lunch as we enjoyed it sitting in our car. The windows are adorned with print outs of the Hot Dog stand history, its awards, and the standard walkup window menu, but hey they even take Apple Pay so they are keeping up with the times! C'mon over to the corner of W. 6th St and Southbound St in Lexington. You won't be disappointed.

Little building. Don't judge a book by its cover
Anita W.

Pretty good little burger/hotdog joint. The chili is a little sweet but it was great on the hotdog. This place has been open for as long as I can remember. Usually real busy at lunch so be prepared to wait a minute to order and collect your food. The customer service was fantastic. Great southern hospitality. They know how to make you feel at home.

Kearney Burger with homemade jalapeno pimento cheese! Dee-licious!!

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Best hamburgers, hotdogs and french fries in Lexington! A Lexington icon that has survived since 1967!

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Nice little drive up food stop. Best burgers in Lexington, hands down. Nice people and fast service!

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5 years ago

Driving through and this place has the best unsweet tea I have ever tested. I want their secret! Fish sand and fries were excellent too!

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3 years ago

Hot dogs w/everything, fries, and onion rings were all delicious! thank you!!!

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4 years ago

I've been eating here for about 40 years. Great hot dogs but the Kearney burger has no equal. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed.

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So glad you enjoyed the KB!! See ya' at the window!

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4 years ago

Took a break while at DCCC for training and found a gem people were amazing/honest food variety was good and the staff actually care

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8 years ago

Great hand patty burgers. Wonderful staff. Tried it for the first time today after reading reviews online. Well worth the drive.

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