Damn delicious. Yeah, I said it. I've been hearing about Dick's Drive In for years. Frankly, it's never been on my list of places to go, food to enjoy, must have in Seattle list. After enjoying one of their burgers, I'm wondering why it hasn't been on my list. Dicks is a local favorite, and apparently has been around for decades. If you know, you know. If you don't, I'm here to help you out... for those of you that think that the California based In-N-Out Burger is the be-all to end-all, I'm here to tell you you need to try dicks drive-in. Diners tip: their approach to how they make their food, it's similar to that Seinfeld episode with the soup man. You get what you get, and you don't have a fit. There's absolutely no changing the way they make their burgers. You order the way you see it on the menu. I'm here to tell you, I always get my burgers without lettuce, and in this case, did not have a choice. Everything about my cheeseburger was absolutely fantastic. This is totally cheap eats, but really good eats. The prices are so freaking unbelievably low, you'll probably end up staring at the menu sign thinking that you may have read the price's wrong. I ordered the deluxe cheeseburger. It's a quarter pounder burger that's made into two individual patties. If you are a hearty eater, you can easily down a couple of those bad boys. The fries are even fabulous. The fry order by itself is relatively small so if you're not interested in something super huge, it's definitely the perfect meal. So I mention how incredibly delicious the cheeseburger was?! They call it chopped pickles but I'm pretty sure it's some type of relish mixed in as part of the condiments they put on the burger. Whatever it is, just eat the damn thing because it's so delicious. They definitely have options on the menu if you are a food wuss, and you just want basic/plain. The one thing that made me laugh is that they impose what apparently is a local ordinance tax when you buy a soft drink that has sugar in it. Yes, if you order a diet drink, you don't pay the sugar fee. I really wanted to try one of the shakes. The person next to me ordered one, and it looked divine. Everything that they serve is made in house. Yes, fresh ingredients, all house made, and so super inexpensive you will want to die in there every day! read more

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It's legendary. It still lives up to the legend. After, Dicks is the place where the cool hang out. There aren't a lot of choices on the menu. But if this is your first time at Dicks, go with the dicks deluxe Fries with ketchup and tartar Chocolate Shake read more

Yummy bites and friendly staff even at late hours. This place is efficient and tasty. You really can't complain when it comes to consistency and their prices just can't be beat! Of course it has the old timey feel. I wish they had veg options other than fries but it's a crowd pleaser and seattle staple nonetheless! read more

Dick's Drive-In - Huckleberry ice cream! - Fast Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Fast and efficient. It's a Seattle staple. Depending on what time you come you will get a show for people watching. This location is near UW so it can get crowded at night The food is consistent and good. We all have our go to items. The workers are always nice and Dick's treats their employees well. read more

Dick's Drive-In - Burger time!!!! - Fast Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Just ate a dicks again. If you can get here when it opens at 10:30am you're in for a treat. The lines are usually short the fries are fresh, and the burgers are great. Be aware dicks only makes their burgers a few different ways. If you want a special order this is not the place for you. read more

As I understand, Dick's is a Seattle icon so I knew I had to stop by one day to try it out. Finally that day happened and we visited the Wallingford location. It's got that 1950's style drive in vibe and it is literally a stand where you walk up and order. The menu is pretty basic and they don't/won't customize your order. Whatever it says on the menu is what you're getting (so no excluding mustard, stuff like that). The prices are surprisingly cheap in this day of inflation so it was a pleasant surprise to be able to get some cheap eats! I got a Deluxe, fries, and a chocolate shake. One other thing to note- a ketchup cup is an additional charge. The food overall was good. The burger was tasty and the shake had a nice thick texture. Was not a huge fan of the fries, being a little soggy, but overall a good meal and good value if you're coming in knowing that it's fast food and you're in the mood for a greasy burger. read more

Great value, great vibes, delicious food. Quick, affordable- I get dicks every time I'm in Seattle

Food was good . One thing is that you can't make special orders . The staff are nice and appears this clean location .

Come here for your bag of Dicks. Leave knowing you'll be satisfied. It is what it is. The deluxes were 4 something and fries were 2 something, which is a lot more expensive than I used to remember years ago but hey times have changed I guess. Food is still great and for some reason this time the fries were like exceptionally tasty and not as flaccid as I'm used to. Guy's behind the window were super prompt and nice as usual. read more

Dick's Drive-In - oh u know - Fast Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Dick's is a Seattle must try. Besides the lightning fast service and great prices, this is a classically good fast food burger. Not to mention all the great jokes you and your friends will be cracking the whole way home. The Dick's Deluxe is almost a meal, I need to supplement it with another burger to hit peak fullness. The fries are always great and a shake is just the sweetness needed to balance it all out! read more

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Have been here about 15 times. Although I am not a fan, people around me me request these burgers, The hamburgers are bland and greasy. The fries are undercooked and limp. The shakes lack any flavor of what you are ordering; the worst chocolate shake I have ever had. Absolutely no chocolate flavor at all. Only come here to appease people who have heard these burgers are a Seattle favorite. I do appreciate the Wages and benefits they give their workers. They also seem to donate to Seattle causes. Unfortunately, I dislike their mediocre food. read more

This place reminded me of the original McDonald's in San Bernardino-Walk up ordering. Great food. read more

Fastest service I think I have ever experienced anywhere! Needed a quick bite to eat (it was very late, after 1 am) and we were starving. Found this Dicks on the way to our hotel and it did not disappoint. Burgers and fries were delicious, service was fast, and it was cheap! All the things you could want in one place! This looked like a place for the younger crowd (college-ish age) or it also could've been because it was already very late and middle aged people my age are already sleeping!! Line had about 10 people in it but everyone social distances, wears masks, and the line moved very fast. Definitely check this place out if you're in need of a quick bite!!! read more

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The food was really good- we had multiple burgers and a bunch of fries. The service was fast and the staff were nice. The food was not expensive at all and they are always cranking out burgers, making for a slightly chaotic vibe. Overall a very satisfying experience. read more

Dick's is a Seattle staple! As a Bay Area native, In N Out is still better, but Dick's is a different vibe! Dick's is a go-to late night munchies meal :) or just a quick grab to eat (usually). I came by relatively late, around midnight, and there was a bit of a crowd, so it took close to 15-20 min to actually get food on hand and out of the lot. I opted to get 2 cheeseburgers, 2 fries and a large drink (there's still the sugar tax in WA) and the "large" drink looked really small to me haha..maybe was given a wrong size. Still, fries are a lot better than In N Out. The deluxe is the two patty two cheese burger, but the mayo (sauce) is what throws me off. It is a weird sweet/tangy taste that is definitely acquired, so I just stick to the cheeseburgers. Parking lot out front, usually should not have an issue. Good spot for a quick bite! Follow the adventure @shoyuthebest on IG! read more

Trash af. Honestly the worst burger on earth. County jail food, pre thawed out a week prior ready to go soon as you pay. They don't even have the decency to microwave it first. Nasty ass miracle, whip, tartar sauce. And to think they could competed with in & out ? read more

Yep, it's greasy, it's fatty, it is deeelicious. The milkshakes are amazing and burgers are solid. They're quick and they're consistent and they pay their people well. What more could you want? read more

The "Deluxe" is super tasty. Hamburgers and shakes are good too. Would give 5 stars if the fries were not a soggy mess. Fast service. Wish they could improve the fries. read more

Dick's is to WA as In-N-Out is to CA, and Whataburger to TX. I think it's better than Whataburger's burgers, but In-N-Out has better fries and burgers than both. Dick's is the quickest out of the three with halfway decent burgers, but their fries are a limpier than In-N-Out. You can't customize Dick's like the other two, but I'd come back for a late night bite. Summary: this is Seattle's staple for food that's cheap and fast. read more

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What can I say about Dick's Drive-In? They are VERY VERY VERY BUSY!!!! We visited close to 11pm, and the place was hopping with customers. Seriously, there were at least 6 people lined up at each of the walk-up windows. I believe there were at least 6 lines. Pretty darn impressive! They cook up some decent food at affordable prices. My Cheeseburger was okay. My Strawberry shake was also alright. Honestly, I was not impressed with the food at this Seattle institution. I would not go out of my way to come here again. Still, I'm happy that I had the opportunity to try them for myself. You should as well. read more

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It's nostalgia. Of course prefer a heartier burger, but sometimes Dick's can really satisfies with cheap, fast, good enough burgers, handcut limpy fries & thick shakes. A taste and experience from the past with their old signage, building and walk-up window. . Not too many places are opened until 2am. Easy to eat in the car as originally intended or take it to go. No inside seating but can park in their relatively large Seattle parking lot. Iconic Seattle burger chain with 9 locations within the greater Seattle area. This is the site of the original Dick's drive-in that opened in 1954 by Dick Spady with a simple menu that has barely expanded since then. The company is known to be generous to their employees and that alone is worth giving them some business. Burgers Plain Hamburger one patty, no condiments $1.90 Hamburger one patty, ketchup, mustard $2 Plain Cheeseburger one patty, cheese, no condiments $2.20 Cheeseburger one patty, cheese, ketchup, mustard $2.35 Dick's Special* one patty, lettuce, mayo, chopped pickles $2.60 Dick's Deluxe 1/4lb beef, cheese, lettuce, mayo, chopped pickles $4.35 Extra Condiments $.20 Fries $2.30 Shakes chocolate, strawberry, vanilla $3.20 Located -on the south side of 45th between 1st & 2nd Ave N read more

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Butterscotch sundae. Bomb. This might be one of the few places that has butterscotch as a sundae topping. Most places carry caramel. read more

Dick's is always amazing. It's cheap, they treat their employees well, and it's a good fast food throwback. The only con is that a lot of weird people hang out by Dick's and sometimes it can get overwhelming. read more

This is a Seattle favorite so I wanted to try, I got a single Burger and fries and drink and it was okay. It's cheap and fast but I wouldn't say it's something to go out of way for. They also charge for onions. read more

Dick's doesn't try to be fancy--it doesn't have to. The burgers are perfect, the fries are crispy joy, and the shakes taste like childhood. No avocado aioli, no truffle salt--just real-deal delicious. If you don't get it, you're probably from California read more

I'm from Los Angeles where in n out is arguably the king of burgers. Yes, I know that there are great burgers all over but what I'm saying is that I have high expectations. I recently took a trip to Seattle and decided to try this place where all of the locals flock to. I wanted to see what the hype was about and if it measured up to my dear old in n out. I'm happy to report that the burgers, fries and shakes at Dick's are top notch. Maybe it's best not to compare but instead to say that each burger has its own take. Dick's comes out swinging with a tasty patty that is made from quality meat, fresh bun and ingredients. I like how they added pickles and mustard to their burgers which add a nice tangy flavor. Washed it down with a thick handmade chocolate shake. This is a good burger! No complaints and whenever I'm in Seattle I'll most certainly pay them a visit. read more

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A PNW staple, a must try at least once. It's a decent burger, good fries, and I wasn't a huge fan of the milkshake.

I Just got to my hotel after buying a Dick's deluxe cheese burger, fries and chocolate shake 10 minutes ago. I haven't been to Dick's since I moved from the city years ago, I had great expectations. I saw the burgers they were making and they looked pretty good. Those burgers must be for tomorrow because what i found in my bag was obviously made yesterday. Dry, tasteless burger? patties on a flat dry bun. Hardly any sauce or lettuce. I could barely eat it. The fries were greasy, limp and unappetizing. The milkshake tasted real though. The cost was over $15 but they had erroneously tossed in a plain burger so maybe it would have been cheaper if they got the order right. Dick's, like so many other classic restaurants have gone the wayside.... Sigh. read more

Well, if it weren't for the Operation course project, our group would have gone to Dick's together, and I wouldn't have volunteered to eat it, but if you haven't, please do go and experience it, because after all, it's an icon of Seattle's local culture, and has been named "Seattle's Best Burger". like In-and-Out for LA people, Shake Shack for New Yorkers The beef is 100% unfrozen fresh beef delivered on the same day by local farmers, so it's very juicy, but the price is affordable, and the shake is very good, not very cold, but sweet and smooth enough. read more

A couple deluxe burgers and side of fries always hits the spot. Lines aren't too long so it's a quick pick me up when you are on the go.

TLDR The Seattle staple delivers what it promises, inexpensive straightforward burgers from a simpler time. Like the many regional burger debates, you kinda just have to have grown up with this to enjoy it. I'm not a burger snob so I imagine 4+ star Dick's reviews call on their nostalgia. Kinda like how I love cafeteria pizza from my HS but by any adult measure, it's terrible. Food Had the double cheeseburger, fries, and shake. All mid to underwhelming. Pros Inexpensive Vintage vibes Cons Quality - It's not bad. It's mid roadside diner "Taste" - See comment above read more

Absolutely loved the burgers. They were delicious and had a lot in them. The fries were thin and too crunchy. The drive in is very reasonably priced and I love the retro feel read more

Dick's Drive-In - Fast Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

TLDR; fast food burger joint. It's cheap, opens late, and food comes out really fast. I was a little skeptical about eating here. Coming from California, where we have In n Out, Five Guys, the Habit...how was this place going to compare? It seemed to be a more jank Mcdonald's. But it was late at night, and this was the closest thing that was open so why not give it a shot. First off, this location doesn't have an indoor seating area. Unless you want to eat outside where there's no cover from the sun/rain, then you'll have to eat in the car or take it to go. Second, everything is pre made. At least my burger wasn't made fresh. I was watching the workers prep my order and just saw them grab a burger out of a metal tray. I remember feeling kind of disappointed. i also thought it was really interesting how they charge you for condiments but it's only 5 cents so it's not too bad. Dick's Deluxe: I have to say I was pleasantly surprised, it did look kind of sad when I unwrapped it but the taste was better than its appearance. For the price we paid, it could've tasted a lot worse. Fries: Fries were whatever, it seemed like they were also cooked ahead of time. They were very soggy but tasted fine. Just wish they were freshly cooked. Don't knock it till you try it! Seems like a good place to go after a night out drinking too. read more

Dick's Drive-In - Dick's Deluxe - Fast Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Tasty burger, freshly cut fries and a thick, flavorful milk shake - what more can you ask for from a fast food restaurant? My wife and I dropped in for a quick bite during our visit to Seattle and Dick's Drive-In lived up to whatever positive reviews I've read about fast food restaurants in the city. We rolled up to the parking lot surrounding the restaurant and took a spot right in front of the legendary local joint. There was a good amount of people waiting in line already and consistently throughout the 30 minutes we spent there. We both ordered a Dick's Deluxe with a side of French Fries and a drink (a strawberry milkshake for me and a root beer float for her). Dick's made it very easy for us as everything was just 1 size, so there was no small, medium or large. The burger was around $3.40, the fries were $1.90 and the shake was $2.70, so everything was very reasonably priced. The food was ready within a matter of a minute. Since there were no tables or seats, we took our loot back to our car and ate in the parking lot. Although that sounds sad, this is a drive-in after all. The burger was juicy, meaty and a reasonable size. The fries were our favorite from the meal though. They were obviously freshly cut and ohhh so good. Some soft pieces, some a bit crunchy. My strawberry milkshake was exactly what I needed to wash it down. It was thick at first, but quickly melted, and was a tasty fast food milkshake. Like I said, in and out in 30 minutes and on our way. Exactly the way we like our meals - easy to order, quickly served and, most importantly, tasty. read more

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The fries where good but the cheeseburger and shake was a disappointing. The patty lacked flavor and was small and thin.

Dicks is clearly a staple of Seattle, it's just what you'd expect a good ol cheeseburger would be. There are zero frills here, you get what you pay for and leave satisfied. The service is quick and efficient. The lines look long but go quickly. This is a walk up window service and you eat either standing around or at your car. This location is very close to the college and very frequented by the students. It's a terrific place to go when you've been out having drinks with friends and need to get some grub. I'm never disappointed and I don't think you'll ever be either. Enjoy! read more

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Dick's added a plain cheeseburger a couple of years ago, answering my primary criticism! I wish the Deluxe burger also was available plain, but as someone who dislikes mayo and mustard, I'm just glad I can now enjoy a burger there along with their excellent fries and milkshakes! read more

Ever since I was in high school, Dick's was a spot you could go to pick up some burgers without breaking the bank. This location is great because it has ample parking and multiple service windows helping people at one time. Even at odd-hours during the day, there is always a healthy amount of customers stopping in to pick up food to take to their next destination. The menu isn't extensive and the food doesn't offer a ton of frills. Just old fashioned nostalgia served in greasy wrappings with the toppings falling out with every bite.The burgers are standard, and though I haven't had them while intoxicated, I've heard they're the perfect drunk food late at night. Though it comes in two sizes, the double pattied version isn't gigantic, so you'll be satisfied, but not carrying it around with you for the rest of the day. Service isn't the warmest, but they get you in and out pretty quick. Though they have limited seating for COVID, it's much more enjoyable to take your food to a nearby park or enjoy from the comforts of your car just to be safe. read more

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Idk how people say "this sucks", this was literally the best thing I've ever tasted. The workers were nice, and the location was also kinda cool. (I visited Washington recently and tried this for the first time) read more

Dick's Drive-In - A picture of the sign, very iconic, loved it - Fast Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Oh Yum - Bday Burger Time! SITREP Yep. Mom's been circling the sun another year and so one of the things we do during her bday week is let her cheat (on her diet) and hit Dick's Drive-In. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dicks-drive-in-seattle-2?select=bVlquAW1wv75aPOI1lbR7A&userid=3mNz5nQFTIBQm0oU5mBR0w THE SETUP I usually hit the Dick's in her neighborhood, but since we were coming back from exploring the Fremont hood, we decided to hit the Dick's on 45th Avenue. It was nice to see that the items here at this Dick's are as well prepared and tasty as the other Dick's: the burgers; the fries; the ice cream - all freakin fantastic and reasonable in price! https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dicks-drive-in-seattle-2?select=ljpyjmE0hR2HHc3S73JxgQ&userid=3mNz5nQFTIBQm0oU5mBR0w * Dick's DeLUXE? (With Everything!) Only $3.40! * Dick's special burger? Only $2.40! * French Fries? Only $1.90! You could even see it on Anna's face that she enjoyed giving me my bag of Dick's. And it' great knowing that all the Dick's taste alike and that one Dick's is not better than another Dick's. It eases the mind to know that all Dick's are created equal. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dicks-drive-in-seattle-2?select=-G24Vgz7iWbK3aVQWf98ww&userid=3mNz5nQFTIBQm0oU5mBR0w SUGAR TAX This is actually the first place I've seen the "Sugar Tax" on soda expressed in clear and certain terms: 17 cents on small soda; 21 cents on a medium soda; 28 cents on a large soda. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dicks-drive-in-seattle-2?select=7nhhQlvk7-K0tm-pW_zxCw&userid=3mNz5nQFTIBQm0oU5mBR0w THE LOWDOWN It's so obvious what their UNofficial-official motto should be: "Come for the Dick's, Stay for the Cream." read more

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