The Burgers And Shakes From This Middle-Of-Nowhere Arkansas Drive-In Are Worth The Trip

You can get burgers and shakes just about anywhere. However, for burgers and shakes from the Dairyette, you’ll have to travel a bit off the beaten path. Completely worth the trip, the drive-in’s classic fare of eats and sweets has been wowing diners for decades.

Like many of Arkansas’ best restaurants, the Dairyette is located in a small town. It’s in Mount Ida.

For a small town restaurant, a consistently packed parking lot says much more than any advertisement. With that in mind, the Dairyette’s parking lot say a LOT!

Opened in 1958, it’s a local legend with a devoted following.

The “nostalgic ice cream and burger diner” is brimming with retro appeal – from the digs to the cooked-to-order fare.

Just like drive-ins from the past, the Dairyette features a walk-up window for to-go orders. There’s also seating – indoors and out – for those who want to eat on site.

The menu is also reminiscent of drive-ins from yesteryear. Browse the selection, and you’ll find a slew of eats and sweets, including mouthwatering burgers.

A top-seller, there are several burgers on the menu, including specialty burgers with unique topping combos.

The Dairyette is known just as much for its sweets as its eats.

A varied selection of sweets, which includes everything from towering ice cream cones to over-the-top shakes, ensures your sweet tooth won’t be disappointed.

So, are you ready to make the trip to the Dairyette in Mount Ida?

For more information, call the Dairyette at (870) 867-2312. You can also visit the Dairyette website or Facebook page.

So, did you know about the Dairyette in Mount Ida? Ever visited? If so, what’d you think of the burgers? What about the shakes? Tell us!

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