Yum yum yum! The burgers here are absolutely on point! There was a reason why this place was so…read morebusy for sure. Well that and the fact that it's in a super small town. They also have milkshake flavors for day! This prices were a bit on the high side, but as a treat it's well worth it. The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars is because it's all outdoor seating, so watch out for bees or cold weather if you want to eat here.

Vibes of Dairy Queen but higher quality in a small town. You…read moreknow what place is worthy to go to if there's a line for food every moment it's open. We came for a family float/ canoe trip and decided Dairy Shack was somewhere we had to stop. Partly due to the fact we brought our dog but we didn't need to worry since Dairy Schack has only outdoor seating aka dog friendly. All of us ordered and didn't leave a crumb of the burgers and fries. I specifically ordered the mushroom Swiss burger and the better half got the Quarter Pound burger.

Stopped by Jolly Cone On The Current and ordered two cheeseburgers, fries, and root beers. The…read moreservice was quick, which was a plus, but the food was underwhelming. The cheeseburgers were average at best, with dry buns that didn't seem very fresh. The fries were decent, but nothing standout. Overall, the prices felt inflated compared to the quality and portion sizes. Based on that, we decided to skip dessert and head elsewhere for something more consistent and reliable.

TLDR: If you're driving by and you want something better than McDonald's or Subway, then this is…read morethe best place to stop!!! I drive from TN to MO often and I have stopped here many times when I am coming through van buren, specifically for a banana split or a cherry sprite which are both great. The food is good and worth the stop! This little joint is the most authentic Van Buren experience you're going to get! The reason I am truly writing this review is because we made a routine stop today and my little 18mo old son fell in the parking lot (in true little boy fashion he just got ahead of himself and tripped) well he ended up scraping both of his knees pretty good. As not to cause a scene, my wife took him over to the side to comfort him while I looked for some napkins to clean up his knees. Before I could even get back to them the owners were standing with my wife with some basic first aid supplies and bandaids making sure my little boy was okay. This was above and beyond customer service and I really truly appreciated it. Very kind people 10/10 will be stopping again real soon.

Margies is a nice clean dive in Eminence. The food is good…read more The service is fast. We just wandered upon the place and were glad to realize this humble establishment was hiding good food at a reasonable price. You might think that a person should expect that much. Not so much if you've been around.

This little place has very good food. We went for breakfast and dinner and we're pleased both…read moretimes. The only drawback is .. it's a bar so smoking occurs nearby while you are eating.. it's a small very clean local place, with limited kitchen hours, real friendly staff and real good food.

We made the drive to Steelville to Rich's, man what a treasure! My wife had a burger and I had the…read moreItalian beef. I have had Italian beef everywhere in the country, Chicago, Philly, New York, you name it. Rich's has the very best in the entire solar system hands down! The Mac and cheese jalapeno balls are super delicious as well, again the best this cat has ever had! The place is clean, very friendly staff and great service. Don't fix a single thing! Keep up the great work and it is worth the 75 mile drive and you will be seeing us often!

NO Famous Smash burger. We heard good things about this place while on vacation and decided to try…read moreit out. It was dead on a Monday night and food took way too long, small portions of tots and again NO smash burger meat? WHAT!?! Moving on we ordered build your own burgers and after the long wait my wife's burger patty was in three pieces, falling apart. I think the chef tried to cover up a mistake. We asked for it to be remade which seemed to take too long to remake burger! The ambiance is nice but could really use some better management! The only reason I gave 2 stars is that the burgers we did get were good. We will not be back!

Stopped by while traveling Route 66 after seeing all of the billboards indicating it was one of the…read moretop burgers on Route 66. Server was attentive and did her best to work through the after church rush. There was a line out of the door and we had to wait a bit, but not longer than 10 minutes or so. Food was cooked well, even with a few special requests of the kitchen (blame a picky eater in the fam). Overall we agreed that the server was great (attentive, nice, and knowledgeable) and the food was typical of a tourist attraction (not the best, but OK). The biggest issue was the food was slow out of the kitchen (approximately 45 minutes after arrival we received our food), but we had a view of the kitchen and the cooks were running around like a machine (actually working, and definitely doing their best to keep up with the rush). Overall, would recommend for a tourist stop if you have the time!

Good, but not the best I've ever had. I guess I'm spoiled with the burgers I've had all over the…read moreworld. The place was nice and clean and the staff friendly. I enjoyed the think bread and I'm a sucker for tater tots. I'd eat here again, and probably try one of their specialties.

Absolute 1000% best burger & beer I've ever had in my 27 years of living…read more Hope to be back soon & single to flirt with that young handsome man & have fun playing some pool after 2 of those Shiners. (: Visited on May 4 @ 9pm

Ok 5 star is overly generous But I want to help these folks not hurt them. Waitress was sweet…read more They offer breakfast on Sunday and hard to find in this little town on Sunday. The food was great and prices cheap. Bar rescue guy suggests: Clean up your menus... mine was dirty and almost left because of; paint up the raw plywood at your bar; put a sign up on street advertising breakfast; on a Sunday morning turn up the lights big time; stop the obnoxious music videos and put on Foxnews or local channel; and number one for crying out loud serve coffee--- it's a huge markup for you. If you don't serve enough to start just get a cheap $50 off brand Keurig machine and you can serve a cup at a time it cost you pennies per serving. You need help :) Accept the suggestions. BTW: you can beat "Brite Bites" as their signage looks like a bubblegum wrapper in a cartoon arcade. Lordy do they need help!!!

Midway Drive-In is an amazing spot for a classic drive-in experience! From the moment I arrived,…read morethe staff were friendly, welcoming, and made everything easy and convenient. The service was quick, and they took care to get my order exactly right. The food was absolutely delicious. The burgers were juicy and flavorful, the fries were perfectly crispy, and the shakes were thick, creamy, and full of flavor. It felt like a true old-fashioned drive-in meal done right. Everything tasted fresh and made with care. The atmosphere was fun and nostalgic, with plenty of parking and a relaxed environment that makes it easy to enjoy your meal from your car or at one of the outdoor tables. It's the perfect spot for a casual meal or a fun night out with friends or family. Overall, Midway Drive-In offers great food, friendly service, and a classic, enjoyable experience. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for delicious drive-in favorites and a memorable dining experienc

Ice cream is absolutely amazing. People are friendly, cheap and big proportions. Definitely would…read morerecommend

Gluten free Gold mine…read more I can't say enough good things about Scruff Grill. As someone who has struggled to find safe, delicious, actually enjoyable gluten-free meals, this place absolutely blew me away. Their gluten-free options are incredible--thoughtfully crafted, full of flavor, and far beyond the usual "substitute and hope for the best" approach most restaurants take. The gluten-free buns are a standout: soft, sturdy, and honestly the best I've ever had. They don't fall apart! That alone would earn them five stars, but it gets even better. They use dedicated fryers, something that's nearly impossible to find, and their staff is impressively knowledgeable about cross-contamination, ingredients, and allergen safety. I felt understood, respected, and genuinely cared for. Every bite was packed with bold, unmatched flavor. It's clear the team here takes pride in what they create, and it shows in the entire dining experience. Scruff Grill has earned my gratitude and my repeat business. If you're gluten-free--or even if you aren't--you have to try this place. It's a gem.

man this place has really gone downhill last time we were here. i had the classic burger and fries…read morethis time the burger was mediocre and the fries were so goddamn oily i couldnt even eat it all. everything else was fine but they also used ai which bumps it down another star for me... do better scruff's

The Burger Stand No…read morematter where I'm at I will always support local joints and this is a fave local joint of my kids so Dez (my son) said Dad you should take pics and do a food review and put it on your FB lol. Review time Triple cheeseburger: 8.9/10 3 juicy well seasoned patties with cheese and onions that's all I need this is a burger joint that would add it on my go to list. Fried cauliflower: 9.2/10 it's my first time trying this and it was a chefs kiss all it need was a little more seasoning but dipped in there homemade ranch was just fine thw batter was perfect cauliflower was tender but not to tender so think that's what sells it.

This is a classic mom and pop burger stand, and yes pops was cooking. Excellent service Ordered…read morefood, pops brought it to us and we went out to picnic bench and ate. Classic menu.