There’s a small-town drive-in in Hinkley, Illinois that is known for its budget-friendly meals and top-notch service. This historic eatery is one of the best places to get something cold to eat on a hot day. Check it out:

Dairy Joy Drive-In in northeast Illinois is situated in a small town outside of Chicago. It has been in business since 1957 and is known for its friendly service and classic American meals.
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There was a time when this was the only restaurant in this farm town. Today, it remains locally owned though ownership has changed over the years.
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Ice cream is one of the most popular things that entices people to come to this small-town drive-in. Soft-serve is the specialty here and is used in all the treats.
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Enjoy cups, cones, shakes, malts, sundaes, ice cream sandwiches, banana splits, and so many other frozen dairy treats.
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Other menu items include a wealth of savory items that are just too delicious to pass up. Enjoy seafood, burgers, chicken, salads, sandwiches, and more.
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Guests love the baked potatoes, pieces of fried chicken, pizza and taco puffs, wings, hot dogs, nachos, onion rings, mozzarella sticks, soup, chili, and more.
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You'll find a little bit of everything at this extraordinary spot. Next time you're around town, make this a stop on your trip.
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Dairy Joy Drive-In is open daily between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m., and you can get more details on its website or Facebook page. If you’ve ever been to this small-town drive-in, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.

For more like this, check out nine more drive-in restaurants in Illinois that will have you feeling nostalgic.

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