If you want fried pickles, fried green beans cheese steak, pastrami, fries, tots... this is your place.

So the other day we had a craving for some soft serve, what better place to go than a mom and pop burger shop right!? Well... that answer is more like a "yes and no." I would say definitely yes, just not from here. 4 stars goes to the sweet lady who took our order and even chatted with us at the window while she got our soft serve. Here's the thing; this isn't really soft serve. It was more like a mix between ice cream and shaved ice. That was the consistency this had. Props to her for making it look beautiful and topping it with a generous amount of whipped cream. Pro Tip: they don't have chocolate anymore! Just vanilla and strawberry. I would still come here for the burgers, fries and drinks. But not for the ice cream. Soft serve is better even at McDonald's if I'm being honest. read more

Rainbow Drive-in Express - Strawberry soft serve - Burgers Near Me - Visalia, California

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Customer service - is most important when a mistake is made. when I called, they quickly corrected the mistake and gave me a free drink. Totally impressed! read more

I have nothing but good things to say. They are always nice and food is always so good. Whenever I come down to visit family I try to stop by. They have never failed and always strive to be the best. read more

Service was friendly but burger, fries, and shake were average. Nothing wrong with it, but wouldn't go out of my way.

My wife and I have been eating here for several years. We especially love their burgers and the Cherry Pepsi. In fact, my wife is addicted to the Cherry Pepsi and I'm addicted to the burgers!! read more

I really enjoy getting the pastrami burger from here. It always tastes delicious and the size is perfect. The fries were nice and fresh too with them being the perfect crisp. Some times it can take a little while for them to get the food out but it is worth it. I also feel like the price is pretty standard, not overly priced. read more

Not bad. Food was ok. Was hoping it would be like an old school burger place but it wasn't. I got a cheese burger, onion rings, corn dog and vanilla coke. I was charged extra for sauces for onion rings that weren't given to me. Service was ok. Prices were reasonable. read more

The pastrami sandwich was good. The bread wasn't wet feom the pastrami like at other places I have tried.

NOT as good as the one on Mooney! The burgers use a different onion and the bread is stale. Go to the Mooney one and don't waste your money on the express! read more

Always yummy! Always friendly and thankful. You can't go wrong with any of their burgers and the fries, amazing. Dip them in ranch and ketchup read more

We came to get our windows tinted, and the guy recommended eating here. We will be returning, food was great, and staff was very friendly.

Really good selection of food and super fresh ingredients. You can't go wrong with anything on their menu. Probably my favorite is their pastrami sandwich or chicken fried steak sandwich. Their crinkle fries are yummy. All their appetizers are really good. read more

Excellent service, good food and everything you want out of your drive in craving! been here a few times and its always good. 3 round umbrella benches for seating and a drive thru. you want a place that has that yummy drive-in taste? here ya go! read more

Rainbow Drive-in Express - large shake at Rainbow Drive-In Visalia. - Burgers Near Me - Visalia, California

The burgers are really good. And I love that the have the wavy or crinkle fries because I don't know of any other restaurants that do. Their shakes are good too read more

Burger was good but service was really bad, asked for a couple of condiments and they seemed like they didn't want to give us anything. First and last time here. I mean if you charger then that's fine I'm willing to pay it but don't be rude. read more

I had there pastrami sandwich fries burgers and chili cheese fries and its all so delicious and great portions.!!

I was in Visalia having a remote start installed in our new vehicle and hadn't had lunch. I searched "burger place" and Rainbow Drive-in Express popped up. I read some great reviews and decided to try it out. Let me tell you it was amazing! One of the best burgers and fries I've had EVER! I would most definitely recommend and I will be back soon! read more

This place has intrigued me because the building is small with only seating outside. If you drive too fast you will past it. But they offer a large selection of food and ice cream products. The food is freshly made to order and great tasting. Their prices are very reasonable for the quantity of food you receive. Their burgers are juicy and flavorful. The pastrami is lean and juicy. Yummy! Love the fries as they are crinkle cut hot and plentiful. This eatery is a great place to get and take back home or office to eat. Give it a try we will not be disappointed. read more

Seriously the best burger joint ever!! We love this place and are so excited that they opened here in Visalia!! read more

Rainbow Drive-in Express - Philly cheesesteak - Burgers Near Me - Visalia, California

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I've never been disappointed by this place. I've been here numerous times and I feel like everything is made fresh to order. I love the crispy fries and fried okra! Unlike the fast food chains...their fries are a hit and miss because their fries are sitting in the warmer for some time. I also like their burgers, it's never sloppy where my meat is hanging off the side of my burger. I also love how they don't stretch their ranch sauce with water, their ranch has a nice thick but not too thick consistency. read more

This place is in an area where there really aren't a lot of options for other food. I went because I had never tried it and figured it looked cute and my family and I were looking for some less fast food-y and more diner like. I wasn't impressed. There was nothing that made anything special or stand out. Burgers were okay. Some of the food was a little on the greasy side. My significant other did make a comment that he could grill up a better burger and was not impressed. Conclusion: I would probably eat here again if I didn't have another option since the food was ok. However, I wouldn't drive here because it is a little out of my way. It was just okay, comparable to fast food which really isn't something you would think. read more

This place is good but I dont like how this owner operates, as of today I went in bought lunch and they charged me 2$ more than what the sign said and when I asked after paying and seeing my receipt they told me oh well, I was like you cant display different prices and expect it to sit well. I'll never be back fuck these people read more

So much for the 4 solid stars When you order something and pay for it the least you expect is to get what you paid for. Ordered a doble bacon cheeseburger Unfortunately the order was to go They missed the bacon And got a doble cheeseburger So before you leave make sure you got what you ordered!! read more

I've been to the other 2 rainbows before so I was expecting this one to be like them..... wrong..... it took 27 minutes to get to the window. There were 2 cars ahead of me. My order was 20pcs nugget small fries and an extra large Pepsi. I was told their Pepsi was out ok no problem I take dr. Pepper. I'm at the window 6 minutes before they come get my card. Charges me and said it'll be right up and hands me my card and card receipt. Buy this time there 4-5 cars behind me. 8 minutes later she hands me my bag of food, soda and straw. I take the bag set it in my seat and take the soda and straw I hear the straw crack I asked for a new one I get told that's the last straw they have no more straws..... My soda was smaller than extra large I asked is this the extra large soda I get told they don't have anymore extra large cups.... I said I paid for extra large. I get told I have park my car and come to the walk up window and wait in line to get that fixed.... There's a line of about 4 people and a group that's been waiting since I got there....... Just disappointing!!!! I gave 2 stars because the at least the food was good. Chicken nuggets were great fries were great. Soda was flat as hell and syrupy!!!! I waited 41 minutes for nuggets, Friesland a bad soda that was smaller than I paid for.... Come on man really...., Better luck next time guys read more

Highly recommend this gem! Service is always impeccable and served with a smile. The burgers are huge and super yummy. So are the banana splits and mozzarella sticks. I can't wait to try other menu items, but I love my usual cravings. Come get you some!! You won't leave disappointed read more

Food is very good here but I'm writing this review as I'm at the window waiting for food. I have been in line for over 40 min and there was only two cars in front of me when I arrived. It's painfully slow read more

Good bacon cheeseburger fresh and hot and also the frys are great. Came here for lunch hope to be back again

Great food. Quick, convenient & affordable! Everything tastes great. Fresh & hot! Love that you can call in orders ahead of time & pick them up! read more

Great customer service and great quality food. Good place to grab a burger that tastes home made.

1st time to visit this burger stand. I've been wanting to try it for a while and today I had the opportunity. I ordered the #4 basic cheeseburger combo meal, with everything, medium fries, and drink. I'll start with the burger as it was sad and a far cry from the ones pictured on the menu. It had potential but the hamburger patty was one of the thinnest I've experienced. A generous amount of lettuce, tomato, red onion, and a small dollop of spread in the middle of the bun made that middle bite the only one worth eating. I'd give it a solid two stars. The 3 star overall rating was brought up from 2 by the friendly staff and the great fries overflowing into my bag of food. It doesn't take much to make me happy but a generous serving of delicious fries does it. The snowy ice in the soda is a bonus also. I'd gladly pay a little extra to get a real burger patty. For now I'll get mine at La Fiesta Burger on Noble. read more

They have family food, in the area of almost like a Mom and Pop Drive Thru. A variety of food that do come in combo's or individual order. They offer the usual Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Chicken Strips, Deep Fried Battered Mushrooms and Zucchini's. Pastrami Sandwiches ( they gone up in price and down in pastrami-due to covid.) Shakes, Ice Cream cones and Floats. Sad thing is they only have Pepsi-Cola products only. And they do offer Ice Tea and Lemonade on Shaved Ice-a plus. Have Kids menu of corn dogs, chicken strips, or hamburger fries and drinks. (Extra .25 cent for ranch dip in small container.) Good place to go to for fast food. Some people like it and some people don't. Have a couple of metal tables/seats outside their little drive thru. The prices where decent but as all places went up due to covid/shipping. Yet still cautious of the place because of their food handling rating has declined ! read more

First time customer there. Not a good experience. Order was wrong. Ingredients were missing. Extremely hot chicken patty with old bread/bun. Price compared to the food was extremely high. Grilled cheese sandwich was the worst I've ever had. Dry bread with one cheddar cheese slice which was not completely melted and had lumps. I don't think I'll be going back. read more

I was expecting to see rainbows in my hamburgers but oh well it made it up by the phenomenal taste of the food. Great fast and friendly customer service. read more

How awesome that they opened up a 2nd location..I love the food its always fresh and hits the spot all time!! Try it and see for your self :) and I can't forget their vanilla Pepsi with the crushed ice! read more

What can I say best burgers and service in town . I been eating Rainbow Drive Inn for years at there Farmersville location and now that it's here in Visalia makes it easier to enjoy. My kids love the place and their shakes also. read more

the girl at the window was rude.. RUDE. the food was good. :) other than the girl being really disrespectful , love this place :) read more

The lunch that we had here today was very good. The wait period was reasonable for freshly made food and the prices are extremely good for the amount of food that you get. The only thing I would like to see is a larger selection of food like hotdogs and burritos maybe. Still, the selection that you have to choose from is good and I will definitely be eating here again. read more

Great service! They almost forgot to give us our ice cream so they gave us an extra one! That's how to keep customers coming back! Great job guys read more

The best pastrami in town unless you go to their other location in Farmersville. Great service and fresh food. Awesome cyclones also.