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    Swensons Drive-In

    3.5 (96 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Victoria H.

    I went to Swensons tonight and asked for my burger WELL DONE and this is what I got halfway into eating it. I felt nausea immediately. There were only 3 vehicles, and I was one of the 3, so why rush???

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    Jennifer Y.

    Ella, you did amazing tonight!! Fast friendly service and she checked on us halfway to make sure our meal was delicious. Food was even tastier than normal. This is one of our go-to Columbus Swenson locations. Thank you again

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    Stephanie L.

    New burger joint in town? I'm there. I hear nothing but rave reviews about Swensons and I'm here to to tell you -- she ain't all that. This is a new location, maybe about a month old? We wanted to give it some time to get into the flow of things before stopping by. The concept is neat enough, similar to sonic, you pull up in your car and they come to your window to take your order / deliver food. Lights on for service. The employees were all polite and seemed to know what they were doing. We ordered 2 Galley Boys, potato puffs, onion rings, and potato twisters (jalapeño poppers) to go. From order to delivery the process took 15 minutes. I'm not sure if thats average or slow/ fast for a typical Swenson's order so all I have to compare it to is other restaurants. If i'm going to an establishment like this I want to be in and out, so unfortunately 15 minutes is kind of a bummer. But Stephanie, its made fresh. So is five guys and it is made in far less time. As for the food everything was pretty good. The burgers were fine, nothing to go out of your way for but satisfying. We did, however, miss the signature olives on our burgers. Not sure if they were out or if they forgot. The star of the show was the sides. Definitely unique and not something you can get at just any drive through. On another note, their ranch was good! In total we spent $15 and 15 minutes on what we could have gotten elsewhere for less time and money. Wouldn't write it off completely but definitely not on the top of my list.

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    Macie P.

    Had a great experience at Swenson's today. Upon arriving at Swenson's, you pull into a spot and leave your lights on to indicate that you would like to order. A worker came out immediately to take our order. The workers move very fast and often run to their destination. I will note that it takes a little bit longer than your typical drive through fast food for the food to come out (~10-15 minutes with only a few other cars in the parking lot). I wouldn't stop here if I was trying to get in and out quickly. Go in with the expectation that it may take some time for the food to come out. I got the onion rings and a hamburg with mustard, onion, pickles, and tartar sauce. The total came out to be around $5. The food came out very hot and fresh. The onion rings were delicious and huge (see picture). They have a nice crunch and the onion center does not fall out when you bite them. The burger was also great. I'm glad I tried the tartar sauce on the burger, it was a different but nice addition! Overall, I will be back for the quality of food and service. I feel like Swenson's is a step up from normal drive through fast food and is more like restaurant quality food.

    Angel H.

    Swensons onion rings & shakes are amazing!!!! I had the Gallery boy & onion rings with a caramel hot fudge shake. The burger was tasty but the burger looked smooshed & the bun was a tad crusty. Wonder if they make the burgers fresh because it tasted questionable. But I'd certainly will go again!! The runners were very nice & helpful!!!

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    Laura F.

    I thought this place was delicious fast food, way better than your nationwide drive up chain that is in every town in the U.S. I was surprised to see all the waiters running to your car to get your order and running to bring your food. They also do laps around the building to see if any new cars have pulled in. I give this place 5 stars for the amazing customer service and tasty food. I had the Fried Bologna Sandwich at the suggestion of our waitress and was not disappointed. We also shared a serving of the fries between two adults and still had left overs.

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    Ya Y.

    I always get their signature burger - Gallery boy, along with the big onion rings. The burger was very juicy, and the onion rings were well fried. Sometimes I just drove to Swensons for their milkshakes. Their regular flavor and speciality flavors all sounded great. This time, I customized my own flavors (pineapple + orange), and it turned out great. The service was quick and nice. Only thing I would say is that I wish the milkshake straw was wider since there were fruit in the milkshake, and it was a little hard to drink.

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    2 years ago

    Tried the Cowboy burger (I think that's what it was called) with the bbq and tarter. It was good but VERY sweet. Not my thang

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    9 months ago

    I ate there once and never went back. I ordered a fish sandwich and it was not good. The drive thru is never busy. Take that as a hint.

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    2 years ago

    Fun little retro drive-in, fast service, friendly staff. I'd definitely try it again next time I get a chance.

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    2 years ago

    Delicious! A very unique restaurant with "bell hops", great staff, delicious food, and decent prices! The burgers are absolutely delicious!

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    2 years ago

    Got a rare burger, it was the best damm burger of my life fuck those well done burgers, I like my meat pink and juicy. #justice for Blaize

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    3 years ago

    It's Swenson's. Why hasn't DDD been here yet?! Best burgers in the US of A!! Love the old school service!!

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    3 years ago

    Overpriced for smashed down puny hamburgers. Not crazy about tipping at a fast food restaurant.

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    3 years ago

    I strongly recommend swensons, everytime i come here i ask for Tristan. He makes my time easy and has a great attitude!

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