There are lots of burger joints in Milwaukee. But if it’s the city’s best burger you’re after, you’ve got to go to the Nite Owl Drive In. The decades-old eatery serves up a classic drive-in fare. And while the offering may be ordinary, the burgers are extraordinary! In fact, they’re so good, the eatery regularly sells out, which means arriving early in the day is imperative. Take a look.

A Milwaukee staple, the Nite Owl Drive In opened in 1948!
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And just like all those years ago, the old-fashioned, no-frills drive-in is still satisfying customers (on a seasonal basis, March – November).
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Doling out delicious food in a nostalgic setting, it’s not surprising that the drive-in has withstood the test of time.
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But it hasn’t just survived throughout the decades, it’s thrived! The drive-in consistently sells out of its signature burgers.
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And most recently, the burgers were named the “best in Milwaukee” by Milwaukee Magazine.
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So, just what is it that makes the burgers the star of the menu?
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Well, for starters, they’re handmade daily.
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What’s more, Nite Owl uses fresh beef, which is part of the reason the drive-in sells out of its burgers so often – the place can only hold so much beef, and when it’s gone, it’s gone.
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And once Nite Owl sells out of burgers, it closes for the day, so the earlier you visit, the better.
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For more information, call Nite Owl at (414) 483-2524. You can also visit the Nite Owl website or Facebook page.

So, did you know about this iconic eatery? Ever visited? If so, what’d you order? How was it? Tell us in the comments section.

This isn’t the only legendary burger joint in Wisconsin. Read about another here.

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