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    The Drive Inn

    4.2 (93 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Bethany S.

    Really fun little drive in not too far off I-15! We were looking for a cute local spot to grab a quick bite on our road trip from Denver to Las Vegas while we were passing through Beaver. We also had our dog with so we had to make sure it had an outdoor eating area. Then we came across The Drive Inn (fka Mel's Drive In) and knew we found our spot. When you pull up it's not super obvious where to go if you want the traditional drive-in experience but if you drive around the building you'll see where to park. Otherwise if you want to eat in or grab it to go, you can park and walk inside. The menu has a surprisingly big selection despite their small building with really reasonable prices. From burgers to salads to wraps to tots, there's something for everyone. Even an assortments of desserts including ice cream and Dole Whip for some after dinner fun. We both grabbed a double cheeseburger meal and it was delish! Exactly the kind of burger you'd want from a drive-in. If you do make your way inside, there's a small video game arcade including Walking Dead pinball which was a fun surprise.

    Patty Melt

    Quick, cheap bite that was a bit too greasy for me. I had requested no mayo on the patty melt but they were more than happy to remake it for me. However, the did have Big Buck Hunter.

    Fries
    Karen F.

    I love local drive in restaurants and try to stop when I come through town. They have a drive up window, walk up window and indoor seating. I used the drive through since I had my dog with me. They took my order quickly, but be prepared to wait for a bit while they prepare your order. I ordered fries and a cheese burger which I ate in the park around the corner. The food is hot and fresh. I really liked the fries. They are a bit thicker than others, with a really good crispy outside. The cheese burger was delicious. I also ordered a kids cup of soft serve vanilla to share with my dog. This place is a gem tucked across from the high school. If you are coming through, stop by.

    *bonus* Fun drink menu too !
    Amy K.

    Fun little drive Inn, creative menu, great service. Everyone enjoyed it. We'll be back to try a Dewski soon !

    Burger and fries
    Andrew L.

    First off, the fries and fry sauce are straight up ballin, amazing job there. The burger was good too, don't get me wrong, but so few places get AMAZING fries and AMAZING fry sauce, and these guys have all 3. I was driving down to Vegas and stopped in Beaver for something to eat, drove by and came in. Service was fast, food was hot, and great. What more can one person ask for. Give it a try, you won't find a better burger spot in town.

    Cheeseburger and fries
    Becky B.

    Service here was slow but the people who work here were nice. The cheeseburger was pretty good but I've had better. The fries were excellent though I would give the fries five stars!

    Ryan B.

    Employees...waited over 35 minutes for food, no one in restaurant. Finally asked if it was ready and they handed food over cold. Then made shake and drinks as they forgot. Could here them in back messing around. Asked if food was waiting for a while received a shoulder shrug. Food was not good/burnt

    Pineapple & Raspberry Dole Whips.
    Joe D.

    Went here for one reason on our road trip home... Dole Whips. Ice cream stops are a must on our road trips. They keep my wife happy and counteract any complaints about my "beer with dinner" requisite. None of us had ever had a Dole Whip, but have heard of their popularity. They are a cross between ice cream and sherbet, with strong fruit overtones that are not overly sweet. We had the pineapple and raspberry flavors. They were enjoyed by all and ensured my dinner in Orem (with limited dinner options that serve alcohol) would be accompanied by a cold beer... or two. I am cunning.

    Matthew L.

    First, it's not a drive-in. They do not provide car service. Next, the cashier missed 3 items on our order, and she brought us the wrong sauce for one of the replacement items. They do not provide ketchup, mustard, salt, or pepper at the table, so you have to ask for everything you need. AC was on max the day I went, so it was uncomfortably cold. The good things: The food is good. I had a burger; it was decent, which is what I would expect from a burger place. The place is clean. Our food didn't take forever. ...so two stars for meeting bare minimum expectations. Mel needs to try harder.

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    2 months ago

    The waiter by the name of Kaleb was super nice to me, was helpful and got me my fries quick and they were very good

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    I’m glad you guys stopped! Thank you

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    Even with only one person working the counter that night, we had amazing happy service and food was hot and delicious!

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    if you are driving through beaver on the 15 drive a little farther into town and get a real burger.

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    The cheeseburgers are amazing and they have the best ranch! Worth the stop if you're just driving through!

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    Arshel’s Loaded Burgers - Zion Burger

    Arshel’s Loaded Burgers

    4.7(106 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    I'm always suspect of any restaurant that claims to have "The Best (burger, pizza, etc) in any…read morestate and on a stop through Beaver i was suspect on their claim of the best burger in Utah. Well, there claim is pretty legit. Very legit. It's an unassuming place with unassuming prices that buy you great food and friendly service. Seriously, like way back when friendly service and prices. We had the hand cut fries, a patty melt and bacon jalapeño burger--both with side salads--and a drink...all for $35. The burgers and fries were great. I just wish we would have saved room for the $3 milkshake or the $3 slice of made-today pie. A definite dont miss if you're driving I-15 in the Beehive State!

    Good burgers at a great price! Stopped here on our way back home from Park City…read more The gal who worked the register and served was very sweet. She gave us menus and directed us to sit anywhere we'd like. The burger menus is quite extensive, and they all come with fries, soup or salad. 3 of us ordered cheeseburgers and 1 got the loaded burger, all with fries on the side. Food is cooked to order, which took about 15 minutes. Our 3 cheeseburgers came out first with the loaded burger just a couple minutes behind. Fries were hot and plentiful, and we all enjoyed our burgers. Hubby noted that the guac on his burger was on the lemony/limey side, so that's good for patrons to know. We were lucky to just beat the lunch rush, as a few more groups came in shortly after us. Loaded Burgers is a solid place if you have a few more extra minutes to spare for your stop/meal.

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    Timberline Restaurant

    4.2(358 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    The wait staff, Sydnee was amazing. Prompt, polite, cute without the excessive saccharine…read moresweetness. Food came out hot and a healthy portion. Well prepared, great presentation. Surprised for an off the path roadside diner outside of Beaver, Utah. Wasn't what I was looking for, it it was what I needed. Thank you Timberline.

    The short Yes, now…read morethis is what I like to call hidden gem. The onion rings were fantastic and they had an absolute huge butter cake. The service was nice as well. The Longer We stopped by this place on our way back from St. George for lunch. As soon as I stepped in, I felt very homey and cozy. I will say this felt like one of those diners you seen a TV show where everybody in the local area goes there in orders good food. I ended up ordering the French dip with fries and it was OK. It was not something that I would pick first on my next go around. But I did get to try the burger that they had and it was pretty good though to my surprise my favorite item that I got to try was the onion rings. They were actually pretty amazing, it has been a little while since I've had onion rings taste that good At the end of our lunch, we ended up getting a butter cake, which ended up being pretty good. I will warn you that it is definitely too big for one person and that you probably need a few semi-hungry individuals to take it down. I will say that the spot is not somewhere that you should avoid if you're driving through Beaver. 3.75/5

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    Beaver Taco

    Beaver Taco

    4.3(378 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    Just found my new taco spot far away from home…read more Since I've been trucking for almost a week now, I've had the chance to try new food spots on the road -- mostly takeout, no sit-down -- and this place genuinely surprised me. The food was hot, fresh, and way better than expected. If I'm being honest, it was kind of a shocker. It's almost sad to say, but this was better than a lot of what I've had on my recent occasions in San Antonio. I stopped in quickly since we had to get back on the road, and from ordering to food in hand it took no more than 5-7 minutes. I ordered three mini tacos at $3 each, which is a solid price for Utah. I went with one carne asada, one lengua, and one adobada, all topped with cilantro and onion, served on fresh corn tortillas. The tortillas were soft, warm, and clearly made fresh. For salsas, I had two salsa verdes and one salsa roja. The salsa verde was classic and mild -- very fresh and flavorful, though I personally prefer it a bit spicier. The salsa roja delivered exactly what I was looking for with good heat and great flavor. I almost ordered tacos suaves, but I was really craving the mini tacos and I'm glad I went with them. Next time, I'll definitely try the tacos suaves. Everything tasted freshly made and not rushed, which made the experience even better. The restaurant is located inside the Flying J off Interstate 15 (Exit 112), and I was also impressed with how clean the Flying J itself was. Great service as well -- the guy at the counter was friendly and welcoming. This stop turned into a great meal and a new memory in the small town of Beaver, Utah. I'll definitely be back if my routes bring me through again. Highly recommend stopping by Beaver Taco if you're passing through.

    What a great find in Beaver, UT. This is legit Mexican food right off I-15…read more We did takeout from the drive through. We ordered the bacon burrito, and the chile relleno burrito. They were delicious! We asked for red sauce, green sauce, paid a little extra for pico de gallo, and the nice lady working there gave me pickled jalapeños upon request. Many Mexican restaurants in Southern California, where we live, don't offer the relleno burrito, so that was a win. The whole experience was a win for us, so check them out!

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