Why Visit Estes Drive In

Welcome to Estes Drive In, your go-to American diner nestled at 525 N 65 Hwy, Lincoln, MO 65338. Serving up nostalgia on a plate, this charming spot is perfect for families, friends, and anyone craving a bite of comfort food.

Step inside and you’ll be greeted with a warm, inviting atmosphere that instantly feels like home. The cozy seating area provides a perfect backdrop for enjoying a delicious meal while catching up with loved ones. Customers rave about the friendly staff, making each visit feel special and welcoming.

When it comes to the menu, prepare yourself for a delightful journey. Dive into classic American favorites such as their hand-breaded tenderloin that’s cooked to perfection—crispy on the outside and juicy within. Or indulge in a mouthwatering double cheeseburger, a far cry from the commercial chains and entirely satisfying. And let’s not forget the sides—try the crispy onion rings or the uniquely delicious corn nuggets that customers are ecstatic to find!

For a sweet finish, the ice cream selection is not to be missed. With towering cones filled generously and options like a classic banana split or a rich chocolate malt—each bite is like a step back in time, evoking memories of carefree summers.

Customer experiences reinforce the allure of Estes Drive In. Jill Forbes notes the reasonable prices and highlights the “fill cones very high, so worth the money,” while Deanna M describes the food as “amazing” and freshly cooked to order. The chicken strips paired with curly fries showcased what a true local diner can offer—homemade flavors and a friendly vibe that keeps you coming back for more.

Whether you’re on your way to the nearby lakes or looking for that iconic local dining experience, Estes Drive In is a must-visit. Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere, and leave with a full heart (and stomach!). Make sure to bring the family and enjoy a meal like no other in Lincoln, MO - your taste buds will thank you!


Special Additions

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

Outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery

Highlights

Fast service
Serves great dessert

Popular for

Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining

Offerings

Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Quick bite
Serves small plates

Dining options

Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Seating

Amenities

Toilet
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Casual
Cosy
Trendy

Crowd

Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists

Planning

Doesn't accept reservations

Payments

Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Credit cards

Children

Good for kids
Good for kids birthday
High chairs available
Kids' menu

Parking

Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Guest Experiences & Ratings

Jill Forbes
Sep 3,2025
5/5
Nice little place. Nice seating area, staff is Excellent, food is very good, good burgers, tenderloin, cheese bites. Ice cream is delicious. Fill cones very high, so worth the money. Prices are very reasonable.
Callie Shearer
Sep 3,2025
4/5
Delicious food on our way to the lake. It’s hard to find corn nuggets anymore and I was ecstatic. Tenderloin and burgers were good. Can’t go wrong with a malt either! Nice to see a local diner staying affordable.
Enchanting Psithurism
Sep 3,2025
5/5
Good food and lots of options. The atmosphere is very chill and everyone is friendly. Even tho its a small restaurant, and order area by the door can be full, I've never seen the sitting area full. Most people either get it to go or are just grabbing an ice cream. Today, I got chicken stripes with regular fries and my bf got the foot long chili dog with curly fries. The footlong is just 2 hotdogs but he said it was good. I tried the curly fries and regretted not ordering them. They were delicious.
Deanna M
Sep 3,2025
5/5
This is a must stop place when traveling to the lakes. The workers are nice. Freshly cooked to order. Food is amazing! The tenderloin tasted handbreaded (not frozen from a truck) and delicious. Double cheeseburger was a great change from the commercial chains. The chocolate malt took me back to yesteryear!
Tammy Spillers
Sep 3,2025
5/5
Saw this place taking my friend back home. We only got ice cream & didn't think to take a picture of them. But the food smelled good. A lady waited on us & she made us feel very welcome! The atmosphere was calm, fun, at home. I plan going south again this year. And I plan on stopping back by to taste their food.
monica apaez
Sep 3,2025
5/5
Nice little burger shack! Menu is bigger then I expected. Food was good, decent prices. The young ladies working were awesome, so busy but still very friendly and efficient. If there is a line then you know the food is good!
Kay Bolen
Sep 3,2025
5/5
Big menu, family friendly, good seating inside and outside, workers remember you and are all working hard to serve you as fast as they can. The best thing on the menu, which goes without saying, is the ice cream that melts in your mouth and is so tasty. Have watched the people come and go from kids to senior citizens with those ice cream cones making them smile and laugh. Worth checking into. You won't regret it.

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Location

Hours

Monday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
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