Gondola Drive-In - Prince Rupert

Buddies and I always hit this place when I am in town visiting. Brings me back to my youth. Homemade burgers from in house cut meat, just like they have always done.

I love old style eateries and stumbled across the Gondola Drive-In quite unintentionally. I mean, I've always known the Drive-In was here, but didn't know it was actually still in use. That is, until just a few months ago when I pulled in with the intent of turning around. I stopped momentarily to check something in my vehicle. In that brief window of time, a server came up and asked if I wanted to order anything. I didn't order anything at the time because I'd just eaten, but the light went off and I thought, "Hmmm...this would be a cool place to bring the grandparents one day"! And so I did just a couple of weeks ago.I pulled up to the Drive-In with my grandparents and we ordered some food: shrimp with fries; one piece cod and chips; a cheeseburger, milkshake and sodas. Service was prompt and friendly. We loved having our food brought out to us on a tray, which was then attached to the drivers-side window. Total time warp! As for the food, it was ample! The shrimp and fries were excellent, as was the fish and chips. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed by the burger because it was bland and skinnier than a McDonald's cheeseburger. Oh well. The highlight, at least for the grandparents, was the strawberry milkshake -- it was thick, rich and creamy, just like they used to be made back in the day.I'm giving the Gondola Drive-In a 5-star rating mostly because of the retro experience they offer. This stop gave my grandparents a chance to reminisce since, believe it or not, they did visit this exact Drive-In some 50 years ago when it first opened. You just can't put a price on such memories! In short, this was a thoroughly enjoyable experience.FOOD: 3/5SERVICE: 4/5VALUE: 5/5RECOMMENDATION: Drive-Ins are a rarity these days, so it's a wonderful surprise to see one still functioning in Prince Rupert with (presumably) its original menu. I recommend checking this place out, even if just once for the experience.

This restaurant is a family restaurant. Reminds me of the 70's. The food is amazing, large portions. Service is excellent, The prices are reasonable.

I can't imagine how many times we've been to the Gondola Drive-In over the years but although it's showing it's age, they still have delicious burgers and by far, the best and thickest milkshakes in the area! They're almost a meal in itself.

This is great just like the 50"s style drive up and they come to get your order and bring it out on a tray and the Burgers are Delicious