Mugs-Up Drive In

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6 years ago

Service was awesome, food was okay. We came on a Monday night and was helped right away. Got the zip cheeseburger, chili cheese dog, and cheese fries. They use boiled dogs, so it was okay. The root beer float and cherry coke was really good. They were nice about breaking large bills. Lady taking orders repeated the order back very nicely. Cash only. read more

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Cindy B.

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8 months ago

Great service & food! Hidden gem. The loose meat sandwiches are like a sloppy joe without the mess. Great flavor. Excellent value. Homemade Root Beer is fantastic! The portion size of the fries is generous. read more

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Cindy D.

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I've been coming here since I was 6 years old!!! Have to have it at least a few times while they are open! read more

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Jason G.

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2 years ago

Pure Americana. If you want the nostalgia of a greasy, cheesy, chili cheese dog in Columbia, this is the place. When Mugs Up opens for the season it's a sign of summer, pools, BBQs, family gatherings, humidity, and late nights where the sun doesn't set till after 8. If you find pleasure in these types of memories, this place will make one more for you. Enjoy! read more

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David R.

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2 years ago

We make our Mecca to Mugs Up two or three times during the summer. Our hankering for Zip Burgers was powerful today only to be disappointed. They were out of Zip Burgers so we resorted to the Chili Cheese Dogs instead. As expected, they were good, along with the French fries. Dinner for two was about $18.00 including drinks. But business was so slow that they closed about 6:30 tonight after telling a half dozen cars that we saw that they were out of Zip Burgers. Next time it will be better. read more

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Richard P.

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3 years ago

The lady putting together the food and drinks behind the counter was coughing her lungs out. A day or two later we test positive for Covid. It's also right next to a bunch of dumpsters so you just smell trash the entire time. They need to close up. read more

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Lauren G.

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Not what it used to be. My family sat there for an entire hour and never once had a waitress come take our order. We left. We got there and waited for a good 25 minutes because they were busy then decided to go up there to take a better look at the menu. A waitress gave me a menu and rudely said she would come to me like 3 times. They never did! I sat there with my menu out the window for 30 minutes! She was literally taking orders around us. We will not be returning even if these food prices are cheap. read more

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Byron T.

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2 years ago

Unanimously THE BEST CHILI CHEESEDOG but the onion makes it come together gotta order those extra. Zip Burgers are a loose meat hamburger seasoned serve on a fresh bun. Root Beer is made in house great stuff seasonal business and car hops get your order and run the trays both ways yeah it's an old school drive in. read more

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David W.

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3 years ago

If you like old fashioned root beer and great burgers in beautiful surroundings this is the place for you.

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Andy H.

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3 years ago

Fantastic old school drive in! It literally does not get more authentic than the chili-cheese with onion. I know other folks like the rest of the menu but WOW, that dog takes me back to growing up in the 70's read more

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Kellan J.

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4 years ago

Please dont order a chili cheese fry. Its in a hotdog container... 4x the fries in a regular. Gross meat. Much prefer a sloppy over a plain joe... read more

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Leah B.

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6 years ago

Food was messy but yum. We got zips and they were . Staff wore masks and remained as much distance as possible. read more

Mugs-Up Drive In - Got the zips! Boys loved them! Thank you for working well and wearing masks under these COVID conditions. Appreciate mugs up. - Burgers Near Me - Columbia, Missouri

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Abby P.

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Very good! Waitress was very helpful, came up to our car to take order due to Covid. Food came out quick and was delicious. read more

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Monica M.

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Came here as one of the last places I hadn't tried in Columbia right before moving. This place is awesome- retro feel of a drive up and a great place to come in the spring and summer. Prices are great. I tried the cheese zip, chili cheese fries and a cherry float. They were all awesome! They have a small menu but everything is made quickly and they have the flavors down to a tee. Awesome place to get lunch or a snack at off the business loop. Definitely will be back again! read more

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Diana W.

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I've not been to mugs up in 10 years. It use to be good. Went today ordered hamb. , was room temp along with the Chile cheese dog. The dog was wrapped up so tight with hardly any cheese or chile just grease flavor. The fries were cold and very salty as though they were 2 or 3 hours old. With so much grease and very little cheese cold. Could not eat them. Took home and fed to my chickens. The young girl was a good sport. I would not recommend this place to anyone. read more

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Terry W.

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4 years ago

What the heck is going on??? My favorite for too many years. Last time the weenie had shrunk and was cold. This time ordered the chili cheese dog with extra onions. No chili! I give up. Go to Florida for the winter. Maybe I'll try next year! read more

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Richard B.

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2 years ago

whiz burger cheese was overpowering.scraped off the bulk of the cheese and it was good.chili dog was great with lots of no bean chili

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Stu F.

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I stopped for lunch due to reviews on a few web sights. The stop was worth it! I ordered a chili cheese dog, cheese zip, fries, and root beer. The dog was excellent! It was a skinny dog in a skinny bun with onions and chili that was thick enough and had great flavor. The cheese zip was about the same beef patty size as a single at McDonald's but the bun fit perfectly and the condiments were in perfect per portion. For a meal I would order two. The fries were a steak fry and had great taste. I wish this was in my town! read more

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Rae A.

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Mugs-Up has been a favorite of mine since I was a kid and would come with my best friend and her family. The food is consistently good, and the service is always great. Such friendly people! If you want reliably delicious food, head over for a zip burger and a root beer float. read more

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Darin C.

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14 years ago

Best chili dogs I've ever had. Get there early becauce the parking lot gets crowded early. Also great root beer but tastes better in the glass mugs. There is aslo another Mugs-Up in Independence, MO that is open all year. read more

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Miriam W.

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Mug's Up is a strange little place, rather hidden. Very good, very greasy grub. Don't miss getting a root beer float.

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Courtney F.

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After going to Mizzou and my sister settling in Columbia, it took me years, but I finally tried this place out at the recommendation of the locals. It obviously stays in business thanks to the locals tradition, otherwise I'm not sure they would last. The food was good but nothing special - normal hot dogs, burgers, fries, etc. Pretty bland but I'm sure that's part of their image. The reason I'm giving one star though - the service. We came for a late lunch on a Saturday - there was probably 4 other cars in the parking lot. Being new, my sister and I didn't know the rules, and it's not like they had them posted. Ordering was fine, but when they brought the food, the waitress was VERY rude when we didn't know how it sat on the window. She very condescendingly talked us through it like we should have learned this in a college course. We ate and enjoyed the meal, but at the end, we couldn't get their attention. At one point, my nephew accidentally honked the horn and they didn't even look. We had someplace to be so I got out to bring the tray up and my sister accidentally knocked a mug down. The waitress finally came after hearing that and lectured us rudely on how we just needed to honk the horn. Nevermind that they didn't come the one time we did. My sister is a local and would have returned if they didn't ruin the experience for us, I was extremely disappointed and so many people talked it up, but it's not worth it if you don't know their system. They won't explain clearly and they treat you rudely if you're a new customer. Do yourself a favor and find another locally owned restaurant that sees the value in new customers. read more

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Lesli W.

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16 years ago

I ate there today for the first time. I can't figure out what all the hype is about. The food is in tiny portions and way too salty, is that nacho cheese on their burgers and dogs? The root beer was even flat. They also got my order wrong but expected me to write another check to pay the difference instead of eating the two dollars since it was their mistake. They don't take debit just cash or local check. My first visit will be my last. I feel like I wasted my money because they are not cheap. read more

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Mike S.

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Mug's Up is a pretty unique place; it's old and almost entirely hidden behind some other businesses off of Business 70 in CoMo. Not a place for gourmet dining, Mug's Up serves loose-meat hamburgers (a la Maid-Rite), root-beer floats, and other unhealthy (albeit pretty tasty) fare. If you're looking to get your junk-food fix at an old drive-up style establishment, this place is worth checking out -- four stars for greasiness of food and clandestine location! read more

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Christina A.

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This place is a solid gem. Classic style drive-in, burger joint with loose-meat hamburgers, homemade root beer and an order of fries large enough to be a meal by itself. My friend took me here while I was visiting him before his graduation. He said I couldn't go wrong with anything I ordered. He suggested the Zipp burger (it's their signature, if you will), but I defiantly ordered the BBQ burger, a root beer and we split some fries. I could taste my arteries clogging, in that delicious way that only home-style American diners can taste, with the sweet and savory BBQ sauce and the perfectly prepared burger. My advise? Dine-in, they'll bring out your food on a metal tray that rest on your window, have a mug of home flavored root beer, a burger, kill the engine and listen to your stereo and reminisce of the simpler times, when the drive-ins were first popularized because people were too lazy to leave their cars to eat. :) *Also note, this place is cash or check only, so hit up an ATM before you go. read more

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Big D.

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5 years ago

My wife and I went here on the recommendation of a co-worker. I now know that I will no longer follow his recommendations. Holy shit! This place is awful! read more

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Emily M.

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I found this little gem by happenstance and I'm so glad I did!!! Cute little drive up with AMAZING chili dogs! My fiancé and I each ate the chili dogs and I got some cheese fries as well. It reminded me of Wienerschnitzel from the west coast. The two car hops were such a pleasure, especially Deb! But both were friendly and truly make the place unique. Get there early though because they ran out of food, just further testament to what an awesome place this was! read more

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Kali B.

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7 years ago

The old classic drive up gives me all the feels. The root beer is by far the best but honestly you can't go wrong with anything you order. It's feel good food served in a feel good way. I love everything about mugs up! read more

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Yorgo K.

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I was honestly not impressed was overhyped the prices are overpriced the food itself is OK at best. if you want to drive through I don't see how this is better than sonic and it's definitely more expensive. read more

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Veronika M.

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Been going here since I was a kid! Finally cam back for a visit after 15+ years, and it taste exactly the same! Brought back great memories, just absolutely LOVE THIS PLACE!!!! read more

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Brianna N.

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6 years ago

So good if you just want a little pre dinner snack! Root beer floats are so good and the cheese zip is outstanding!

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J-dawg M.

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So so good! It reminds me of something my grandma used to make! Definitely want to get a zip cheese if you go and don't forget the cheese fries. read more

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Cortney R.

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A sparkling gem of Columbia, Missouri. The food is always messy deliciousness that takes you to Route 66 in the 50's. Worth the wait and this place is always busy. You have to get the classic chili chesse dog and root beer float. The car hop ladies run around like mad so be sure to tip them well! Not open in the winter. read more

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Lindsey M.

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Mugs up is a wonderful reminder of my childhood. I still get the same thing everytime I go: cheese fries, zip burger with cheese, and a orange soda float. The staff are fun and do a wonderful job. read more

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Bianca R.

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10 years ago

Not the best but not the worst. Don't get the burgers but the cheese fries are worth checking out! Cash only! :( read more

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Mark D.

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8 years ago

Mugs Up is one of my favorite places to eat and their root beer is awesome I always get a zip cheeseburger

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Jodi S.

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9 years ago

Nice little drive in, I pulled up and the server came right to my car, I ordered a root beer float and she brought it out in just a couple minutes. The float was delicious although next time I will ask for it in a mug instead of styrofoam cup. I definitely plan on returning and will update my review once I try the food. read more

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Kellen W.

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6 years ago

My meal sucked the burgers were horible the fries have no salt at all and are to big and there was a bunch of hairs in my root beer float never eating here again read more

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RC S.

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9 years ago

Good food. Good service. A little pricey for the food sizes. The BBQ burger tasted just like White Castle. Really good. 4/5 for a little pricey read more

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R. C.

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Great burgers and chili cheese fries, friendly car hops! Only place it's not rude to honk your horn. read more

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603 Orange St
Columbia, MO 65203
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Hours

What time does Mugs-Up Drive In open?

Mugs-Up Drive In opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Mugs-Up Drive In close?

Mugs-Up Drive In closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Mugs-Up Drive In is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:00 AM - 8:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does Mugs-Up Drive In take credit cards?

No, Mugs-Up Drive In does not take credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Mugs-Up Drive In have catering options?

No, Mugs-Up Drive In does not have catering options.

Does Mugs-Up Drive In serve alcohol?

No, Mugs-Up Drive In does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Mugs-Up Drive In have TVs?

Yes, Mugs-Up Drive In has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Mugs-Up Drive In have bike parking?

Yes, Mugs-Up Drive In has bike parking.

Does Mugs-Up Drive In have outdoor seating?

Yes, Mugs-Up Drive In has outdoor seating options.

Does Mugs-Up Drive In have parking?

Yes, Mugs-Up Drive In has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Mugs-Up Drive In have free WiFi?

No, Mugs-Up Drive In does not have free WiFi.

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Review Highlights - Mugs-Up Drive In

“The cheese zip was about the same beef patty size as a single at McDonald's but the bun fit perfectly and the condiments were in perfect per portion.”

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Well, I missed taking pics, but this place is a great little burger place:…read more - Great tasting burger with good meat flavor. - Good sized burger. - Plenty of toppings to select from. - Burger cooked right and juicy. - Great fries and cheese sauce galore if you like. - Reasonably priced items. - A very clean place. Neat as a pin. Whoever is running this is sure paying attention to every detail. Mad Cow is delivering on all fronts and doing a fantastic job for their customers. Hats off to whoever runs/owns this place. Now...the only thing I find crazy about this place is the name. Mad Cow?? Wasn't that a bad thing in our society? Wasn't Mad Cow harmful to humans? But hey....they must know what they're doing with the name. lol.

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4.0(962 reviews)

1.3 mi

I love trying different breweries, so when I saw this as we were driving through, I had to stop…read more Food, beer, and service were great!

- This place was pretty mid; the nachos were super dry (the chicken was dry as hell, it looked like…read morethey put shredded cheese on some chips and microwaved it, and we had to ask for queso dip for pour on it to make it somewhat better) the burger was supposed to be medium rare and it came pretty well done it was also dry and pretty flavorless. I didn't have the pizza but my friend said it tasted like Chuck E. Cheese pizza and that it probably came frozen. - Service was okay, he did his job but forgot my drink I had to ask for it again. - Ambiance was absolutely peak honestly the only reason this place even got a couple stars. The scenery was satisfying and dressed for the holiday season I will definitely come back for some booze on their outside patio. Essentially this place is good for drinks out with friends but DONT come here for dinner!

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Omg food is amazing. Just like Chicago Italian beef and the burgers best in town. Onion rings and…read morefries are perfectly cooked and you can't beat the amazing team's service and hospitality. Will be back.

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3.7(274 reviews)

1.4 mi

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3.9(335 reviews)

4.2 mi

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The Staff as so amazing, the beans where like soup . I Oder the all meat meal and it was okay. I…read morego to a barbecue place i expect you cook it better than me . But not the case. Like i said the staff was super.

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1.3 mi

For starters, the food was incredible for a very reasonable price. It's make your own salads, so…read moreyou get to customize it. The ranch dressing is phenomenal and the seasonings are a great touch. Don't sleep on the chicken tenders... great breading and perfectly cooked. But the real star of the show is the service! On a trip to KC, I lost my keys here. The next day, I called the restaurant hoping they were there. They were found and promptly mailed back to me! I asked if I could send them money, and they said don't worry about it! Postage was $8 but I can't believe this little mom and pop shop so nicely took care of me!

What a place! Think 1980s, older Pepsi signs that you have to put the letters on to make a menu…read more Don't get me wrong they had a large screen next to it that was more modern but G&D will take you back. You walk right into the line and order your entree, then proceed cafeteria style with the tray to get your salad, dessert and drink. Give the cashier your order from the start of the line, pay and find a table. How they find your table and remember your order in this seemingly chaotic joint is nothing short of magical. All jokes aside the steak, sandwiches snd sides were fabulous. Go for the steak!!! You won't regret it.

Ambiance is dim and comforting. Very nostalgic for those who came here as a kid.

6 oz sirloin steak

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1839 Taphouse

3.7(45 reviews)

3.4 mi

This is my favorite burger place in Columbia. The food, drink, and service is consistently great.read more

We heard this place had one of the best burgers in town. It was yummy but not the best in my…read moreopinion, It was basic but still tasty. The ambiance is a dive bar with bar food. Service is good for a busy bar. - Burger (4/5): Pretty tasty overall, lots of toppings and you choose what you like. - Chips (4/5): We got jalapeño flavor. They tasted fresh like a potato.