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The Port Drive-In

419 North Calumet Road, Chesterton, IN - (219) 926-3500
100% Approval Rating (6 votes)

Scorecard

3 - Overall: Excellent - Worth a Detour
Overall: Excellent - Worth a Detour
Hot Dogs
Root Beer

Highlighted Reviews

rating
Jonathan Maxwell - Photos (5)
November 08, 2007
"The Port is one of those places that I literally discovered by accident. What a surprise it was! The only remaining mom-and-pop drive-in in Porter County, they have been there since 1953. You can eat in your car or go inside. Though the dining room is not original, ..."   [Read More]

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Map & Web Site

419 North Calumet Road, Chesterton, IN
(219) 926-3500

http://www.theportdrivein.com/

Hours & Policies

Seasons:Summer, Fall, Spring
Meals Served:Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Late Night
Operational Hours:Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:No
Alcohol Served:No
Outdoor Seating:Yes
Reservations Accepted:No
Delivery Available:No
Takeout Counters:Yes
Their root beer is made fresh every single day, in the original machine.
"Their root beer is made fresh every single day, in the original machine. "
Jonathan Maxwell





What drive-in doesn't serve a chili dog?  And of course, being in Chicagoland, they have their own version of a Chicago hot dog (no ketchup!).
"What drive-in doesn't serve a chili dog? And of course, being in Chicagoland, they have their own version of a Chicago hot dog (no ketchup!). "
Jonathan Maxwell


In the 70's, I believe, they added a dining area on the left side of the building.
"In the 70's, I believe, they added a dining area on the left side of the building. "
Jonathan Maxwell


The sign proudly proclaims their golden anniversary.  The owner and his staff were nice enough to come out and pose for a picture.
"The sign proudly proclaims their golden anniversary. The owner and his staff were nice enough to come out and pose for a picture."
Jonathan Maxwell


I love the nostalgic look of the front, complete with neon signs.
"I love the nostalgic look of the front, complete with neon signs."
Jonathan Maxwell



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