Gene's Drive-in - Redding

I've loved this place since I was a kid. Although it was sold and declined a few years back, it has new owners as of May 2016. They are actively making improvements to both the building and the menu. While they weren't able to acquire the original 'Gene's' recipes, they are doing a great job of creating new dishes that complement the old favorites. The 'Let There Be Bacon' burger is absolutely delicious, and the peanut butter shake is definitely worth a visit on its own! The traditional classic car night on Thursdays is still happening—perhaps not as many cars as before, but with the food getting better, I'm hopeful that the classics will return in full force.

Tater Tots. You absolutely need to try them. If you're more in the mood for onion rings, that's also a great choice! On a hot day, be sure to order their gigantic soft serve ice cream cone—it’s truly enormous! I’m talking about a cone that must have been at least a foot tall, not including the cone itself. This place has a lot of Redding history and is truly wonderful.

This burger joint has been at this location for practically ever. They make a good burger. I do wish I could have tasted what their burger was like when they originally opened.

There's a weekly cruise night at Gene's and the local hot rods are swell, Daddy-O. Food's pretty good, too! I recommend their milkshakes.

The food here is incredible, and the service is friendly and attentive. The staff goes out of their way to make you feel welcome. Their fries are the best in town, remaining hot and crispy throughout your entire meal. The burgers are just as delicious as those from a backyard BBQ. Don’t miss out on trying their full range of milkshakes!