The days of drive-in restaurants and root beer floats are nearly a bygone era in the Mountain State, except for this iconic restaurant in Huntington where you can show the kids (and remind yourself) how things were done in the good old days. For nostalgia that’s literally overflowing each frosty mug of freshly made root beer to hot dogs where each bite is somehow better than the last, head to this extraordinary blast from the past.

For locals in Huntington, the iconic giant spinning Frostop Root Beer mug atop the legendary drive-in is a beloved neighborhood fixture.
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So much so, that in 2019, Frostop will turn 60 — and that's quite an achievement. Just ask anyone who grew up with Frostop, and you'll get the same line of answers.
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Nobody then, or now, makes a root beer float that compares to the floats that spill over the tops of the frosty mugs at Frostop.
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The root beer here is made daily — a rare treat in this day and age. Generations of families have been stopping at Frostop for a taste of the awesome root beer and some delicious fare; they're the special ingredients that are guaranteed to make memories that will last a lifetime.
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Frostop opened in 1959 and since then, the neighborhood has grown up around the iconic neighborhood joint.
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Among the things that haven't changed are the affordable prices at this roadside drive-in.
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Today, you can still get a delicious melt in your mouth hot dog for under two bucks and attentive car hops who'll show up at your window before you get your car in park.
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At Frostop, you can order it up and enjoy it on the spot. They'll bring it right to your car, just like the good old days. Nothing quite beats a family outing at this nostalgic eatery for real drive-in service, delicious food, and root beer the way it's supposed to taste!
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Don't want to risk getting food inside your ride? There's an easy solution... just grab one of the outdoor tables and chow down.
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Do you have memories of Frostop that you've carried forward over the decades? We'd love to know!
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Ready to revisit this oldie and bring the kids/grand kids? Let’s go!

Frostop Drive-In Restaurant is located at 1449 Hal Greer Boulevard, Huntington, WV 25701. It’s open seven days a week. The hours are Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Learn more from their official Facebook page!

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