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    Papa Tom's Drive In Restaurant

    4.4 (43 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican
    Open 6:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    John R.

    This is truly a LOCAL burger joint. You will end up with a better meal and meals for three people for the price of one for the common chain places that are all along I-95 and have equally horrible to okay reviews. I do not have any comment on the quality of the ground beef and dogs they source but assuming that is at least in the acceptable range of quality for human consumption the place is pretty amazing. Friendly window service and a choice to dine in though I did not explore inside. For me it was an order from the window and a lunch not far away from the car. Not sure how this place is a "Drive In" but I am not going to ding it on those terms. The wait was not long but long enough to know your order is being made for you by hand and though not mobbed the place certainly had a flow of constant customers.

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    L L.

    Was really disappointed after all the Yelp hype. I basically skipped eating. My son ate the chicken and it was okay, but the rolls with the chicken, and my burger bun smelled and tasted like chemicals. It was really cheap bread, beyond its last day, and like off-gassing or something. I couldn't eat. Did not let my son touch the bread, despite how much he loves bread. The prices weren't bad, but the quality of food was not amazing and I just don't get these reviews... which misleadingly dragged me off the highway and got my money. Maybe I'm not ordering some secret menu items the locals get, but my food was inedible.

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    Rodger S.

    We stopped at a motel In Dillon on our way back from a trip to Florida. This was the only non-chain restaurant we could find, so we went here. On the positive side, if you want some local color, this is the place for you. They offer various southern dishes, including fried gizzards & liver. On the negative side, the food is terrible. At the recommendation of the local folks at the next table, I had the hamburger steak dinner, which consists of hamburger smothered in onion gravy + fries + cole slaw + 2 rolls. I ate maybe 3 bites & couldn't eat any more of it. Also, they ignore safety protocols, as they don't ask people to wear masks. And the waitress doesn't wear one.

    Waiting for my cheeseburger and fries!
    d l.

    A local burger joint. Very friendly. Had a cheeseburger and fries. Tasty. Fries were perfect. Not oily. Not salty. Cheeseburger is homemade on a soft bun. 2 orders $11. Lots of locals grabbing dinner while we were there. They got their burgers "all the way". This is with everything.... chili, peppers and onions. You can order at the window or get a table inside with waitress service.

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    Becky D.

    Found this local spot on yelp. Great service and food!! Burger and barbecue sandwich was amazing.

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    Bobby C.

    Papa toms was so delicious. Burgers were cooked perfectly. The French fries were good well done. Over all very good experience.

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    2 years ago

    The wait can be a little long sometimes, but the food is delicious and worth it. The service is great.

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    3 years ago

    Amazing place with amazing food and workers.. love mr. Danny! Never had a problem unless it was a mistake and fixed right away!

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    4 years ago

    Nice affordable place always a crowd!! Everything has been great then couple of times I have went!!

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    3 years ago

    Food and service is always great. Best hamburger steak ever!! My husband gets the papa Tom burger every time

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    5 years ago

    Horrible. Got a double burger on a soggy bun with no lettuce tomato or ketchup. Tasted lousy

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    7 years ago

    Nice hidden gem. A lot of locals eat here. We both ordered cheeseburgers and fries. They were awesome.

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    7 years ago

    Had whitting... wish I'd tried burger. Would have been quicker. 6:30 pm must be busy time on Fri. Night. Nice people.

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    10 years ago

    Burgers and chicken were on point. Definitely off the beaten path but worth the stop. Just good old country good

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    7 years ago

    Great little spot for fast food or lite meals,,, very pleasant folks,, great home town vibe

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    10 years ago

    Good food ! Great prices! Down home southern cooking ! Heading south....would definitely stop again.

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    We ordered fried chicken that came with collard greens, sweet potato soufflé, 2 rolls, rice and gravy.

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