It's now Key's Place and it was a fantastic traditional handcrafted cheeseburger, onion rings and strawberry shake like back it 1976 when customers didn't have to settle for a mass produced chain burger. Friendly staff and a very nice atmosphere. I give my trip and food a 10 out of 10. What a breath of fresh air this was. I'll be back for sure!!! read more

Jesse's Drive In - Handcrafted cheeseburger hand made onion rings and a strawberry shake with actual strawberries in it. OMG !!!! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Mineral Wells, Texas

The cheeseburger was delicious the freshly made and warm bun was mouthwatering. The exact amount of cheese and meat ratio spot on. We opted for grilled onions, and this restaurant delivered on getting the order out fresh and fast. I would absolutely come back to this spot! Service was friendly, great spot. read more

Tasted like the food was cooked on a dirty griddle. No one in our party was pleased with the food.

Eat in. Drive through. Carry out or enjoy outside at the picnic tables. Love their burgers & onion rings. Call in your order ahead & they will have it hot & ready when you get there. Prices are very reasonable. read more

True "mom and pop" style food. We had the burgers and fries/tots/onion rings and they were all excellent. Service was great and atmosphere was nostalgic. Pop in and enjoy! (Closed on Mondays.). read more

Yummy yummy! Best food around! Burgers are great! Curly fries are even better! Service was quick!

I love mom and pop diners. In Mineral Wells to get some Crazy Water. We pick a different restaurant for lunch each trip. Jesse's had good reviews, so here we are. Per the reviews, and our waitress, we ordered the chicken fried steak. Winner! It was delicious. Fresh meat and yummy gravy. A little small for my big appetite, but for the price, a really good deal. Of course we got some onion rings, which were awesome! Like all small diners, a small town atmosphere, great food, and great service. we will definitely stop here again. I hear the fried pies are really good. Next time! read more

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Burger was great, service was good. I would recommend and go back. It was 100+ degrees outside and the AC could keep up, so that was a big plus in my book. read more

Great "hole in the wall" place to grab a burger and fries. The service could have been a bit faster considering that at the time, the restaurant wasn't busy. However, the servers and staff are friendly. We'd stop back thru here again for sure. read more

The food is wonderful , love the old diner kinda feel and the service was great, very attentive.

Everything was fresh and good. This is an awesome place It has the new blueprints for the Baker hotel hanging on the wall . Service is spot on read more

Food took forever. The review has to be 85 characters, but that was really it. We just wanted to grab some high rated food to go, but it took unreasonably long. Still waiting while I write this review. read more

Best chicken fried steak sandwich I have ever had! I have been back twice now for that sandwich and both times it's been heavenly I ordered it with pepper jack cheese and look at my pictures of the sandwich yum yum yum The burgers are pretty good and the fried apple pies are tasty and a nice way to top off your meal The service is warm and friendly and what impressed me the most above and beyond the great food was the lady remembered my name and this was after only meeting her in the drive thru one time and when I came back after 2 weeks had passed for her to remember my name was amazing I know most people would not be able to tell you your name after meeting you one time especially after some time has passed so for me that was cool This is a down to earth old fashioned diner with some really friendly people and good old fashioned food but everything I've tried is very tasty I live in the next town over about 34 miles away but I love the country drive and mineral wells has some interesting things to see and do! I totally will drive back again for that steak sandwich and whatever else strikes my fancy Yep now I'm hungry and craving that sandwich go off I go give them a try I posted the latest menu as well read more

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I stopped here for a quick lunch as I was going through Mineral Wells. I went in and ordered at the counter and then one of the teenage employees brought my food to my table. This is definitely an old fashioned drive-in. The hamburgers are served in wax paper and red baskets and they have all the usual drive-in food. I had a mini hamburger and a small order of onion rings plus a frosty. the hamburger was very good and freshly cooked. It was larger than a slider, but smaller than a normal size hamburger. The small order of onion rings came with three fairly big onion rings. Normally, I like my onion rings to be thin and crispy, but the menu said that these were hand breaded, so I decided to give them a try. Although I wish I had gotten a couple more in the order, the onion rings were fabulous. They were clearly freshly breaded and fried. The crust was good and crunchy and it stuck to the onions well. They obviously had not been frozen because they were still slightly crunchy but not at all wet or soggy like frozen onion rings are. The frosty was Coke and vanilla ice cream mixed together and it was really good as well. My only disappointment is that I went in hoping for a Frito pie but they were out of chili. I guess I'll just have to stop back by on my next time through mineral Wells and try that Frito pie. read more

Jesse's Drive In - Mini hamburger and small order of onion rings. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Mineral Wells, Texas

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Great people and great food. Love the crushed ice drinks too. Burger was great. Catfish was great. Onion rings are homemade. A Mineral Wells stop every time we go through. read more

My wife and I stopped in at Jesse's while at an RV Rally in the area. This was a spur of the moment stop as we passed the restaurant and the parking lot was full! When you're hungry, look for that tell-tale full lot! If the locals like it, they have to be doing something right! I had a cheeseburger and tots, and my wife had the taco plate with chips and salsa. The burger was perfectly cooked to order, and the tots were nicely done to a crunch! The tacos were in homemade shells and delicious. The menu is extensive and everything looks great! Give them a shot if you're in the area. read more

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Passing through Mineral Wells on a road trip east we stopped at Jesse's for lunch. Their burgers and a fries are delicious!

My first visit to JDI, it was only average. I ordered a double meat, double cheese cooked medium with mustard, lettuce, pickles and onions with a small onion rings, small tots and a Pepsi. The burger arrived hot but the meat had been overcooked so it was not juicy at all. The rings and tots, while good, were almost cold. Will I return? Probably not because you can get a better burger at the Dairy Mart. read more

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So bummed I didn't get a picture of my burger.. HOWEVER you gotta stop here if you visit Mineral Wells! SOLID burgers. You will not be disappointed. We met the owner while we visited and he's a great man who made sure we felt welcome. Friendly staff awesome burgers and fries what more could you want? read more

We dropped by here to on our way through grab some lunch. The service was super friendly and the onion rings were amazing! We also got the waffle cut fries and the burgers. The burgers were a little dry but were decent and the waffle fries were pretty good. I was pleasantly surprised they also offered extra ranch for dipping sauce which was great for the onion rings. If you're concerned about Covid, you can eat in your car in their Sonic-like drive in area. All in all a good burger stop. read more

Excellent service! The strawberry milk shake Was the best! Justin makes the visit just perfect!

I'd post a picture if I hadn't already completely devoured my meal. Burger was extremely juicy and flavorful. I asked for sautéed onions that were grilled to perfection. My order was perfect. French fries were crispy and fresh. I even tried some of their homemade ranch that was giving Wingstop vibes! I did a call ahead order because good, fresh food takes about 15 minutes and worth the wait. read more

Jesse if your place ever catches fire safe the lettuce...... that was about the only good thing about our meal.

Nice little burger place. Very easy to get to and wait staff was very nice. Order at the counter and food to brought to you. The burgers are on the small side, but very tasty. I like that they use locally grown beef and vegetables. The onion rings are great, hand battered and wide rings. The small order only comes with 3-4 rings, but they are huge. read more

After hiking in Mineral Wells State Park we worked up an appetite. This little gem, tucked away on a street past the old Baker Hotel was just the ticket. SO MUCH FOOD. One of us had the chicken fried steak platter - huge and satisfying, others had burgers that were hot and juicy, made to order. Trying to keep it 'lite' I had the BLT, which was fantastic. But when surrounded by everyone else's over-the-top menu selections, I kinda regretted it. Going back and ordering the chicken fried steak or steak finger basket...and maybe a milkshake! Damn the calories. There is always more hiking to be done down the road. read more

Stopped by for a quick bite as we were driving through town. Cheeseburger was delicious, had lots of meat, and not greasy. Fries fresh and cooked to perfection. Super nachos was excellent. Place was clean and the young ladies at the front were friendly and efficient. Highly recommend! read more

This is everything you could ever want in a real Texas burger joint! Grab a double cheeseburger as is and an order of onion rings, wash it down with a Dr. Pepper and you'll understand why Texas has the best food in America. While I was driving through Mineral Wells I came across this place. It was during the Covid-19 crisis so everyone was in masks. The employees were just as friendly as they could be and the owners were very sweet. They took the time to talk to me about the burger joint and some of the sights to see around town. I couldn't say enough nice things about this place or it's people. Do yourself a favor and support this locally owned business when you're in town. I'm sure if you live there you already know about this gem, so if you're traveling through ghost hunting at the Baker Hotel stop on by! You'll be glad you did! PS...Places like this make me proud to be from Texas. read more

This place is wonderful. Onion rings have a perfect crunch and soft onion when you bite into them. Tater tots are the great too. Crunch on the outside soft tender potato inside. The burgers are cooked medium and great beef flavor. I had grilled chicken and the flavor was vibrant with creamy mayo that added just the right amount of sauce! Definitely with the stop. read more

We were in Mineral Wells doing a little shopping in the old downtown area and one of the shop owners recommended Jesse's if we wanted a burger. This establishment has been there A LONG time. If you are looking for modern or fancy, then keep going east towards Ft Worth. If you are looking for a very good burger from friendly staff then Jesse's is the place. The onion rings are amazing! We don't normally have dessert but did choose to have an ice cream. Did not disappoint and wish they were not over an hour away. read more

Nice people. Cool old diner with expected menu. Most delicious vanilla malt ive ever had read more

Jesse's Drive In - Best malt i've ever had! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Mineral Wells, Texas

Amazing food and workers!!! Everything they serve is great! I'm a big fan of the breakfast, too!

Amazing quality, great service, great food!! If you have the chance to stop by, I would highly recommend it. Prices are reasonable with a good amount of food! read more

Jesse's Drive In - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Mineral Wells, Texas

Love the old school vibe to this place. You also cannot beat the homemade hamburgers. If you are in mineral wells then you definitely need to go check them out. read more

If you're looking for a great burger in Mineral Wells, this is the place for you. Their half pound cheeseburger was exactly what I needed. The fries were pretty good, but the onion rings and tater tots were fantastic. They'll make the burger exactly how you want it with all the fix ins. Be sure to try this place out! read more

We are moving to Mineral Wells in a few months. Every time we visit we go to Jesse's. The burgers are fantastic and the service is small town awesome!! read more

Service is always good and the food is great...my go to is a cheeseburger with grilled: onions and mushrooms and spicy fries which are curly fries with a kick...if you're getting salad be sure to try jesses dressing...its homemade thousand island.. Also can't go wrong with the chicken fried steak...they are hand battered and cooked fresh...these are just a couple of my favorites :-) there's lots more to check out read more

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Jesse's is a cute little burger spot with friendly folks that make you feel at home. The onion rings are crispy, delicious, and handmade. The burgers are juicy and good. You'll be glad you stopped in. read more

I have gone to Jesse's Drive In since I was a baby. My family and I have always loved this place, and the owner & employees are just amazing! They make everyone feel so welcome and comfortable, which is just great! The inside is like you've morphed to the 50s, because it has that old school feel, and I love it so much! The food is just perfect! I absolutely love the burgers and chicken! I truly love this place! Definitely check this place out if you're in the area!! read more

Not the same old frozen burger. Stopped in on a hot summer Saturday evening for a bite before driving back to Fort Worth. Very friendly staff. This is the kind of place I'm sure the locals know about but would be easy to pass without noticing. Very good 1/4 pound burger with bacon and fries. I love it when the bun has fried edges. My daughter got the steak finger basket, which she enjoyed. I'll stop here again the next time I'm in town. $15 for 2 meals/drinks. read more

We just had the best handmade Hamburgers since my mother used to make them. Well made, well cook, not greasy along with what appeared to be hand cut French fries. Loved it. Wonderful lunch served promptly by a friendly face. We will definitely be back. Thank you. read more