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    Swope's Drive In

    3.9 (49 reviews)
    InexpensiveFast Food
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Richard S.

    I always like the "mom and pop" drive in dairy del places. As you'll see, this place has a lot of options to choose from. I opted for a chili dog and fries. They're using a hot dog with a bit more spiced flavor taste. The chili was good enough - that was fairly wet - but not full on runny by any means. Fries were your typical drive in fry - certainly came out hot. The hot dog came out good and hot. And if you're a pebbly ice fan, then you're in business at this place! The place has plenty of business; that's for sure. So, I suggest, you add to their business. High-tail (your tail) over there to Swope's!

    a hamburger with a bite taken out of it
    Anissa C.

    My man and stopped here in our way to Kansas! I was excited to try an old fashioned hamburger. Unfortunately, I was disallowed. The bun was cold, not toasted! The meat was very thin and didn't fit the entire size of the bun. Needless to say I was disappointed..

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    Darrell H.

    Stopped in well after lunch time for a burger and shake. Took literally forever but the final product was excellent. Great small old fashioned drive in. We'll worth the stop as long as you're not in a hurry.

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    Rabi V.

    Had burgers chicken sandwich chili fries. Was hot fresh and tasty. Great highway pit stop. Definitely recommend. Very reasonable prices and good friendly kids behind the counter.

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    Dominique H.

    Stopped to get gas off the highway on the way home from KC and noticed this cutie little drive-in across the road. My husband and I were hungry and not looking to make another stop on another exit so I was delighted to see food nearby. Man this place is a blast from the past with a walk up counter outside or a little diner inside to sit in. They have a wide but simple menu. I had a regular cheeseburger and my husband had a double cheeseburgers. We were both satisfied with our food. It was just plain good, nothing fancy just good burgers. There isn't much advertisement from the highway so keep your eye out. Will definitely stop here on future trips

    Line out the door, day after Christmas
    Anne R.

    When it comes to "fast food", there's no fresher option you'll find off the highway. This isn't fried frozen food- it's truly freshly made. It's not a drive-thru, but a drive-in, so get out of your car and walk up to order outside or head inside for a booth seat. They are known for their fresh ground burgers and fresh fried Susie Qs, but I also love the fresh crispy onion rings. With most menu items under $6.50- it's also a great bargain for a family meal out or on the road.

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    3 years ago

    Great local drive inn!!!! Home of the Susie Q! Swope Burger is better than your Big Mac!!

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    2 years ago

    Friendly, love the atmosphere. Love the grilled cheese and homemade fries. We always stop when traveling by

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    4 years ago

    Great shakes. Great Susie's. Right off I-49. Best burger joint between Kansas City and Joplin.

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    8 years ago

    I have ate there twice. The best Susie Q fries!! Love it. I will be back next tike I pass through there.

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    10 years ago

    This place is great! Food is really good. And the whole family loved the fries that come out in a square! A very cozy little drive in.

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    12 years ago

    Suzy Q's remind me of the ones you get at the state fair. Yum! Heaven for Coke memorabilia fans. Fun atmosphere. Burgers were really good.

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    11 years ago

    Great Susie Q fries. We love this drive in! Easy on and off the highway. Reasonable prices. Will stop by again soon.

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