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    John's Drive-In

    3.8 (44 reviews)
    InexpensiveDiners, Burgers
    Closed • 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Massive Minor Burger Platter was as good as it looks!
    Steven B.

    In sleepy little Fort Meade, you would expect to see a bunch of soldiers in camouflage and buzz cuts marching around but you would be wrong! There is no military base by that name and that's a story for Wikipedia. In my humble opinion, there are only three places worth a damn to eat in this little town and these fine folks are one. Atmosphere- It's an ancient somewhat run-down drive-in with a huge following of locals and folks just passing through that find it on Yelp. It's one room and the only atmosphere is happy folks chowing down on huge plates of food. Customer Service- My waitress was curt and efficient and checked on me twice, so I had no problems. Food- Massive casual menu with all the burgers and sandwiches and fried food you can imagine. There is even a small salad bar that looked decent. The specialty are the Minor Burgers named after the locally famous high school football team. These one-half pound behemoths come separately or as platters with every burger option you can think of. I went with the Bacon Cheese version platter and paid a little extra to substitute Tots which I would highly recommend. I added a refillable soft drink which came in a cup so large it could be a swimming pool. It was out quickly and so so much better that the fast food chains. The burger was hot off the grill and juicy and the Tots were perfectly cooked and piping hot. The Slaw was spot on and just a little bit sweet. This is not gourmet food in any way but just fine small-town home cookin. I was completely stuffed, and my tab was $11.18. I looked around the dining room as I walked out and was struck once again with how happy folks looked eating a huge assortment of casual food. Finding these great little places highlights the power of Yelp!

    1/2 Pound Redneck Burger
    emily h.

    Really good burgers and fries, cheap and quick service. Not pictured the fried okra. Would have been 5 but the okra was cold. Would still come back again though.

    Fish sandwich - Grouper!
    Susan B.

    Found this on yelp. Great lunch stop. Our waitress was phenomenal. Our food was really good. And fast! I had the chicken wrap and my husband had the Grouper Fish sandwich. We were both very happy. Lots of food and leftovers too!

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    Ron V.

    Food was good and reasonably priced. I would eat there again if I was passing through. I went here at lunch time on a Thursday and the place was packed. Servers were overwhelmed and a little rude.

    Julie B.

    Overall every time I go here they have excellent food. My personal favorite are the crab cakes! Today was the first time I strongly disliked the gravy with the mash potatoes. I am not sure why it didn't taste like it usually does. With the exception of the gravy the rest of my order was on point. The staff is always extremely friendly and quick with orders. I highly recommend coming here for a meal!

    Curbside menu as of May 23, 2015.

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    9 months ago

    I've been eating at this restaurant since 1996 when I moved to Florida. They're always friendly with good service and good food

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    Great place to stop on my drive from Sanford to Naples. Comfort food in a friendly atmosphere.

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    Good food & great service! Locally owned by a wonderful sweet lady that is always there to greet you. Love that hometown feeling there.

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    5 years ago

    Great place for lunch or dinner. Whether take out or eat in John's Miners Den makes sure you have great food and plenty of it

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    Food is good and fast. Sweet server is always excellent! Would love to see a few more GF options.

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    If you are looking for a good hole in the wall burger place. This is it. Burgers and fries were great as was the service.

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    Solid roadside burger. Staff was nice, food was fast, table was clean.

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    Stopped when passing through, the food was good especially the chicken pot pie soup and the catfish tasted fresh. Good service too!

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