This Tiny Drive In May Just Be The Best Kept Secret In New York
By Lea Monroe
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Published July 18, 2018
There are plenty of places around New York that have “drive-in” included in their restaurant title, but you’ll find that only a few true drive-ins actually exist up here anymore. A seasonal favorite that will take you back to the good old days, the small town of Waterloo out in Seneca County has a drive-in that’s been operating since the 1960s and has never lost its touch!
Located in the same place it's been since 1968, Mac's Drive-In in Waterloo, New York is an iconic destination of the Finger Lakes.
With their classic red and white colors that are impossible to miss from the road, you'll easily be able to find Mac's off of Highway 20 running through town.
A family-run business, generations of our residents who have grown up out in this area have long been feasting on the delicious menu items that are featured at Mac's.
In the front, you'll find the open-air seating come to life as Mac's opens up their glass doors for the summer season.
It's here that you'll find plenty of tables for visitors to dine at...
...While some may choose to sit up on the stools at the counter, where you can get an up-close view of all the action that happens in the kitchen.
No matter where you decide to dine at Mac's there's one thing that's for certain, you must order a Richardson's Root Beer!
Now onto the actual drive-in! Mac's has 16 car slots available at their drive-in that fill up quite quickly during the summer.
Sit back and relax and in your vehicle and wait for one of the friendly faces at Mac's to come take your order and bring it back out to you. Talk about a tasty view.
Many choose to go with ordering the classics at Mac's like their freshly-made hamburgers, hot dogs, and pizza.
While some will choose to enjoy their fish sandwiches, freshly-cut fries, and fried chicken.
But you won't want to miss out on trying their highly-regarded honey buns that are the perfect way to end any meal.
Open from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day of the week except for Mondays, don't let another summer pass you by without paying a visit to Mac's Drive-In of Waterloo!
Celebrating nearly 60 years of service, there's a reason why Mac's has been around for so long. From their tasty burgers to their heavenly root beer floats and honey buns, once you discover this place for yourself you'll keep coming back for more. To find out more about Mac's Drive-In, head over to their Facebook
here.
How to get here:
1166 Waterloo Geneva Road,
Waterloo, New York 13165
What’s your favorite nostalgic eatery to dine at in our state? To check out another noteworthy drive-in, read about The Mom & Pop Restaurant In New York That Serves The Most Mouthwatering Meals!
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