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    The Lemon Drop

    4.6 (232 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Double onion burger w/lettuce, tomato, pickle, and mustard
    Dallin S.

    Awesome freakin burger, fries, and strawberry shake thank you. Very juicy. I like the small restaurant atmosphere and the train that goes around up top.

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    Dana G.

    We were extremely excited about this place, but when we got there, we were extremely disappointed. My mother-in-law had chicken and it tasted like cardboard, and the hamburgers were not anything worth the hype that we saw. The decorations were very nostalgic and that part we liked. I just wish the food had been better. Sorry.

    Katherine C.

    DELICIOUS FOOD! Seriously such a great place for a quick bite and for cheap. The place is smaller than a 1 bedroom apartment, so don't be surprised when you walk in. Staff was really nice and service was quick. Highly recommend!!

    Vintage sign - The image shows a vintage neon sign for Lemon Drop drive-in, with a stylized lemon ice cream cone at the top. The sign includes a message board displaying a seasonal greeting, thanking customers for an exciting BBQ season. The sign is positioned on a concrete base, with trees and a clear blue sky in the background, and power lines overhead.
    Katherine A.

    Yes! I love everything about this tiny, authentic, local historical diner. The diner is adorable, with many original vintage furnishings. The outside is bright yellow with a fantastic vintage sign. Inside, there are about a dozen counter stools and five or six booths. A toy train runs around the ceiling. The diner was decked out for Halloween with even a broom that magically "walks" around while you eat. We took seats at the counter. The menu specialty is the Onion Burger with 2 thin beef patties surrounding grilled onions. I ordered the Onion Burger with fries. The burger was delicious, not huge, but perfect lunch size. The generous portion of shoe string potatoes is easily sharable. My husband had the Breaded Tenderloin with lettuce, tomato, onions and mayo. He described his sandwich as fresh and delicious. Again, the sandwiches aren't huge, but perfect lunch size. The prices are incredibly reasonable. You can eat lunch for under $10. The staff is welcoming, friendly and attentive. Water glasses were kept full. Food comes out quickly. I was sorry to miss out on the fresh made fountain drinks. Next time! The parking lot is small, but adequate. Seating is a premium during peak times. The do a robust carry-out business. I'm glad I don't live closer, or I'd be here everyday.

    Onion rings. Cheeseburger and coke.
    Nancy S.

    Take a backwards time travel to 1955 at The Lemon Drop! Not much has changed since it was built. They are famous for their onion burger and with good reason. Great food at unbelievable price. My lunch was less than $10.00 and boy was it great! 1955 style handmade burgers. Go for onion rings too. AND, they have phosphates,the chocolate was divine. The service is hometown friendly and fast. I love the 1950's ambiance. You will too, especially if you're a boomer! I've been in twice in the last 9 days!

    Lemon shake
    Joseph H.

    I've read reviews about the Lemon Drop, and while the wife and I were in Anderson IN today, we decided to stop by for a late lunch. It was 3pm when we arrived, and we were surprised that the parking lot was full of cars this late in the afternoon. A table opened up as we walked in. I ordered a double onion cheeseburger with all the fixings and a lemon shake. The wife ordered fries and a single onion burger with cheese and pickles. I liked my burger. It was full of flavor, juicy, and quite tasty. Unique. Five stars. The Lemon shake was a bit tart and too sweet. Just okay. Two or maybe three stars. The fries came to the table hot and heaping. Enough for the wife and I to share with some leftover. Five stars. My wife thought her burger was too thin. She is not a fan of the onion burger. Excellent service and an efficient, friendly staff. I loved the ambiance and old drive in look and feel. The electric train the circles the inside of the restaurant was especially "cool". The place was clean and a good value. The wife won't come back, but I will. I really liked the unique and fresh flavor of the onion cheeseburger.

    Double onion burger! - A burger featuring a beef patty topped with melted cheese, a fried egg, and fresh lettuce, all inside a toasted bun. The burger is placed on a small, round plate on a wooden table. In the background, there are drinks, plates, and a person in a diner setting.
    Althea D.

    I'm from California and this place was a total treat! I got the double onion burger with lettuce, cheese and mayo. I also got their onion rings and dipped it in their cheese sauce (no brainer, you gotta do this)! Service was awesome, we were all well taken care of. Some of our friends from Indy took us here and it was such a great spot to visit. I'm glad I got the chance to try it!

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    Cool, old school diner Excellent service. They were fast, efficient, and anticipated your needs, . Everything was clean and orderly. Smash burgers were not over-cooked. Buns fresh. Not normally a fan of the Steak and Shake type fries but these were good. I think the secret is serving them while they are just out of the fryer. I will also say the oil they were cooked in was fresh too. It is small and parking it tight. Plan your trip to get there early.

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    8 days ago

    Just a good, consistent menu offering that never disappoints. Nothing flashy, just quality eats.

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    24 days ago

    The food was great, and so was the service! The lemon drop is a clean and welcoming restaurant! Definitely will come again!

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    3 months ago

    Classic Americana, a true gem in Anderson food atmosphere and great service a must visit for residents and visitors to Anderson

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    2 months ago

    Great diner food, good service and priced right! Recommend the onion burger and fries!

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    2 months ago

    Loved the onionburger.Probably the smallest restaurant I have dined in. I will return.

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    4 months ago

    Wonderful little hole in the wall we found several years ago. Go to place for date night.

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    8 months ago

    It's good, service was excellent would have enjoyed watching the train rolling by though

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    1 year ago

    Great food and service! Try the onion burger, plate of fries, and a lemon shake! Watch for the toy train up above the seating too.

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    2 years ago

    Always a great stop if I'm in the area. 25+ years of stopping here and have never had a bad item. Love it !!

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    2 years ago

    Nice people, great food! Got the burgers "the way they are famous for" and we were not disappointed.

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