It’s no secret that Montanans absolutely love a good burger. And while we’re always happy to see new restaurants opening in our beautiful state, most Montanans would agree that sometimes, nothing tops a good old-fashioned cheeseburger cooked on a greasy griddle. And that’s exactly what you’ll get at Ford’s Drive In in Great Falls, an old-school drive-in burger joint with some serious staying power.

Ford's Drive In first opened in 1954, at a time when burger joints like this were a dime a dozen.
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And while we're fortunate to still have several old-fashioned drive-ins, this is definitely one of the most popular spots in the area.
This place is the definition of no-frills, and that's exactly how we like it.
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Choose from a hamburger, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, or hot dog, and prepare to pay a shockingly low price (cash only, please) for a delightful meal.
The burgers are still prepared the way they were in the 1950s, and they're just as enticing.
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You'll smell the beef and bacon cooking as soon as you roll down your window. You don't even have to get out of your car for someone to take your order.

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A single patty will suffice here, but if you're really hungry, you can get a double.
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Then, you can customize your burger however you'd like. Some people even add peanut butter.
While some customers rave about the tater tots, you can't go wrong with the old-fashioned, piping-hot fries.
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If you're lucky, you'll even get their signature smiley face potato mixed in with your order.
Have we mentioned Ford's claims to have the best milkshakes in town?
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The flavors and consistency are pretty much perfect.
Ford's Drive In Is open all year, which is a real treat since many of Montana's old-fashioned burger joints close for the winter.
Ford's Drive In / Facebook
Current hours are 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Don’t these burgers look incredible? For the most up-to-date information on Ford’s Drive In, follow their official Facebook page.

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Ford's Drive-In, 1301 Central Ave W, Great Falls, MT 59404, USA