Jim Dandy Drive in

4.3 ( 202 reviews )
Checking... 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM See Hours
$1–10
2348 Gallia St, Portsmouth, OH 45662, United States
+1 740-354-2610
At Jim Dandy Drive In, nostalgia meets delicious comfort food. Established as a beloved staple in Portsmouth, Ohio, this historic drive-in has been serving classic American fare for over 40 years. With a focus on quality and speed, they offer a diverse menu that includes mouthwatering burgers, hearty sandwiches, and delightful desserts. The cozy atmosphere is perfect for solo diners, families, or tourists looking for a quick bite. Accessibility features ensure everyone can enjoy the experience, while friendly service adds to the charm. Whether it's the famous Big Mo burger or crispy onion rings, every visit to Jim Dandy promises satisfaction.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Serves great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
  • Crowd
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot

Reviews For Jim Dandy Drive in

Jessica Large
Apr 24,2025
First time I've ate there. Highly satisfied!
Brandon Drury
Apr 2,2025
Food was fresh hot big mo and onions rings fresh made by hand was ready in about 3 mins fast good service
Michelle Payne
Mar 18,2025
Been coming here since I was a kid, 40 yrs ago! Def a classic!!! Anytime I drive thru Portsmouth, I have to stop by & eat a BIG Mo!
Bridget Evans
Mar 18,2025
My all time favorite place to eat!!! Love all the onion rings!!
Maria Farley
Mar 18,2025
Was in Portsmouth today and wanted to eat at a "Mom-and-Pop" restaurant instead of the usual chain varieties. Loved the atmosphere of a mid-century drive-in diner and friendly employees. Enjoyed a plate of fried green tomatoes, a cheeseburger and an ice tea. Great food, ready in minutes, and wonderful service. No disappointments here! Try it, I think you'll agree it is worth stopping for lunch!
Bill Sullivan
Feb 24,2025
Jim Dandy Drive in, literally saved my life as a child. Me and my brother were abandoned at the age of 15. A Big-Mo and a Coke was 0.99 we managed to find enough to change to eat there once a day for over a year. As someone who has seen very hard times and overcome it, Jim Dandy was a God send.I can never thank the owner and their staff enough, they knew us by name and never complained about the bag full of pennies they had to count. God bless the entire staff.Great food, great service and great business.
Justin Wiget
Jan 8,2025
I think the place is pretty great! The Big Mo, Coke, and fries special is a good deal, especially compared to the chain burger places. A favorite is the Swiss Miss: a burger, but on buttered, grilled rye bread. It used to be served on a rye bun, but those are super difficult to find, these days. The rye bread is actually an upgrade!!Get the hot fudge cake sundae!The menu’s pricing scheme is a bit peculiar, but the specials are worth it. Delicious, made-to-order, burger joint food.
Jennifer R
Jan 2,2025
Always nice and always fast. How ever there frys is always undercooked. That would be the only thing I see wrong with Jim Dandys. Well and there hours. Not everyone eats breakfast food for breakfast. And you ain't getting nothing past like 7 or 8.

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