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Carlson's Drive-In - Michigan City, IN

100% Approval Rating (2 votes)
5 - Overall: Worth driving from anyplace
Overall: Worth driving from anyplace

Must Eats

Root Beer ($1.00)
Kraut Dog ($2.00)
Chili Cheese Dog ($2.00)
Chicago-Style Dog ($2.00)
Cheese Cubes ($3.00)

Written Reviews

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Tony Bad
September 07, 2009
"A throwback to another era, Carlson's is a genuine drive-in restaurant. I had only been to such a place as a child, so I had to ask about the routine, not wanting to violate any drive-in rules. The very friendly young lady patiently explained some of the menu choices ..."   [Read More].

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Map & Directions

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118 West Coolspring Avenue, Michigan City, IN
219-872-0331

http://www.carlsonsdrive-in.com/

Hours & Policies

Seasons:Open Year Round
Meals Served:No Data
Operational Hours:Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:No
Alcohol Served:No
Outdoor Seating:No
Reservations Accepted:No
Delivery Available:No
Takeout Counters:No
Not spicy, but very good.
"Not spicy, but very good."
Tony Bad





This may have been the best root beer I've ever had, served in a chilled glass mug.
"This may have been the best root beer I've ever had, served in a chilled glass mug."
Tony Bad


Tasty little cubes of fried cheddar cheese.  These things could be quite addictive!
"Tasty little cubes of fried cheddar cheese. These things could be quite addictive!"
Tony Bad


Just a hot dog with sauerkraut and mustard.
"Just a hot dog with sauerkraut and mustard."
Tony Bad


No poppy seed bun, but a worthy and tasty take on the Chicago tradition.
"No poppy seed bun, but a worthy and tasty take on the Chicago tradition."
Tony Bad


Dashboard dining at its finest.
"Dashboard dining at its finest."
Tony Bad


Many choices!  Click on the photo for a readable view.
"Many choices! Click on the photo for a readable view."
Tony Bad


More choices.  Click on the photo for a readable view.
"More choices. Click on the photo for a readable view."
Tony Bad


At first this didn't mean much to me, but after tasting these very good dogs, it is a sign worth looking for.
"At first this didn't mean much to me, but after tasting these very good dogs, it is a sign worth looking for."
Tony Bad


If the parking lot were empty, it would be hard to tell what year this photo was taken.
"If the parking lot were empty, it would be hard to tell what year this photo was taken."
Tony Bad


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