Posted in Alabama July 16, 2018 by

This Tiny Drive-In May Just Be The Best Kept Secret In Alabama

Most small towns in Alabama have a local restaurant where residents love to eat. In fact, many of these restaurants have been around for decades. The Big Chief Drive-In is one of these restaurants, and you can read all about it below.

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The Big Chief Drive-In, which was established in 1963, is located in Glencoe, Alabama.
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This tiny A-frame restaurant attracts visitors from near and far, and it offers both indoor and outdoor seating.
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On any given day, you can expect a wait at the Big Chief Drive-In. However, it's simply because all food is cooked to order and seriously delicious! Oh, and the wait is totally worth it!
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The Big Chief Drive-In is best known for its delicious burgers.
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If burgers aren't really your thing, no worries! This local drive-in also offers hot wings, sandwiches, salads, chicken fingers, and of course its famous...
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...Chief Dawg.
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No drive-in menu is complete without a great selection of ice cream treats. The Big Chief Drive-In offers a variety of ice cream treats that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth, including banana splits, sundaes, flurries, soft serve cones, and milkshakes.
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So, the next time you're in (or near) the town of Glencoe, be sure to stop by the Big Chief Drive-In and grab a bite to eat. The food, service, and atmosphere simply can't be beat!
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For more information about the Big Chief Drive-In, you can view its Facebook page here. You can visit this tiny drive-in restaurant at 600 Main St. W, Glencoe, AL 35905. Its hours are as follows: Monday-Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Sunday, closed.

Have you ever eaten at the Big Chief Drive-In? If so, what did you think? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments.

Another drive-in restaurant in Alabama that’s worth a visit is Tasty Dip in Heflin. You can read all about it here.