Dude's Drive-In - Christiansburg, VA

King of the menu at this old-fashioned drive-in is the Dude Burger. A nice-sized patty formed by hand from quality meat that is just fatty enough to be really luscious, it is a royal configuration of meat, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise on a soft bun. American Cheese optional.

90% Approval Rating (20 votes)

Overall: Worth planning a day around

Must Eats

Dude Burger ($5.00)

ham biscuit ($3.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

"Pull up, study the menu written on the wall of the small restaurant (no seating inside), and toot your horn. A car hop will be at the driver’s side window ready to take your order. The menu is a long one, including sandwiches of fish, barbecue, and chicken, ..." [Read More].

Romulus9

June 12, 2007

"Most of us here are in agreement that American Roadfood is among the world's finest cuisines, if that word is applicable in such a context. Each region is blessed with specialties and environments not found in other areas of the country, and Appalachia remains a prime ..." [Read More].

Logbooks

6/1/2007 - Romulus9, $7
6/27/2001 - Michael Stern, $6

Map & Directions

1505 Roanoke St., Christiansburg, VA
540-382-7901

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Breakfast, Lunch
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	No
Alcohol Served:	No
Outdoor Seating:	No
Reservations Accepted:	No
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	Yes

"A nice close-up shot of a Double Dude Burger with mayo, ketchup, cheese, and bacon, and a large order of fries in the background. "
Romulus9

"The menu."
pmrkr2

"Honk for service."
pmrkr2

"Box office."
pmrkr2

"Wide screen while ya eat."
pmrkr2

"A Dude Burger, just opened up from its wrapper, is a lovely meal in a bun."
Michael Stern

"Drive in, dine in the comfort of your vehicle, and drive away: that's culinary car culture."
Michael Stern

"Dude's menu is printed on the sign at the roof as well as along the wall on the left side of the picture, which is where you get orders you don't want to eat in Dude's parking lot."
Michael Stern