burgers had no flavor and were sloppy and didn't taste great. I was disappointed by the food.
Lillian
Cookie's Drive In is an old fashion hamburger stand. It opened back in 1956 in East Sacramento on 57th and H Street, walking distance from CSU Sacramento's front entrance on J Street. It is awesome that they are still in business after all these years. It is divey, old school.
Their current menu is huge. But the pricing is not. They offer the classic burger in 10 different ways four exotic burgers (ostrich, buffalo, elk, and wild boar), four different kinds of vegetarian burgers, 20 sandwiches (includes pastrami, Philly steak, catfish, salmon) , teriyaki bowls (chicken or beef), shrimp basket, chicken strips, fish n chips, and dessert offerings (frosties, swirlies (aka soft serve), shakes (with malt), freezes, and banana split).
I luved the French fries. They reminded me of McDs. Same size. Crisp, golden fried fries. Fried to the perfect fineness. Touch of salt. Mmm. A small size cost $3.80. The baby burger ran about $5. Solid basic burger. It has chopped lettuce and pickles.The taco $3.80. I enjoyed it and hubs did not. The shell is a fried flour tortilla, he thought the shell and meat was too greasy. I disagreed. The meat was saucy and not greasy. I found the meat to be flavorful, and no not in a fatty greasy flavor kind of way. It had flavor from the seasoning. Sloppy goodness. Same taco, two different perspectives.
This place is take out. Patrons can call in orders ahead of time. Time saver.Expect long waits during peak rush hours They have a few tables outside right along the parking lot, and to the ordering line and folks waiting. It gets awkwardly cozy crowded. Plus another important note is there are no restrooms.
Rosie Griffith
I live in Colorado now but I'm still thinking about Cookie's 🥰
Jonell Robinson
It definitely reminds you that you can still dine outside or just sit in your car and eat.
Eduardo Schmidt
Love treating myself and friends to the delicious burgers, fries, and milk shakes.
Alison M C
I trird the Butterfinger shake. It was mostly vanilla with a little bit of candy. Okay but not great. Next time I'll try coffee toffee. Cute place.
Kevin Sun
My favorite was the fried mushrooms and onion rings. The burger could be a bit juicier but overall excellent place for lunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Onion Rings
Carol Fairbairn
While the outside of Cookie's brings you back to a certain era of nostalgia, which called you to stop in the first place, I think there are better choices. Situated in East Sac, this place has the potential to be a great place. Food - typical but to be expected so not a knock against it. Kind of pricey for 3 hot dogs, a corn dog, and a couple of lemonades. I will say the hot dogs were commendable, flavor surprisingly good, not some tired old dog sitting in hot water, so kudos to that. I regret not getting soft serve dipped in chocolate ... maybe a reason to stop for a next time.
Parking: Corner location with handicap spots.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Johnson Household
Not what I expected. Thought homemade patties but got store bought frozen patties. Luke warm. Something you'd serve at a kid's bday party. No taste. Bland boring. Fries were cool.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 5
Martin Sager
Was expecting old fashioned drive experience, got one, but it needs some TLC. Pretty rundown and the food was okay.
Got a mushroom burger. It was fantastic. A little to much bun, but a great tasting burger.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger
B M
Been here for a long time.. the guy is always in a rush and very blunt, but the food is good and reasonably priced.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
neenaa .yeppp
meh, could be better.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Burger
Jeanine Reynolds
Great food! Baby burgers are the best!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
anna sprowl
I've been coming to this place for years. Family owned and operated, excellent food! By far the best shakes in Sac and they have all the flavors! Finally decided to post a review as it is long over due!
burgers had no flavor and were sloppy and didn't taste great. I was disappointed by the food.
Cookie's Drive In is an old fashion hamburger stand. It opened back in 1956 in East Sacramento on 57th and H Street, walking distance from CSU Sacramento's front entrance on J Street. It is awesome that they are still in business after all these years. It is divey, old school.
Their current menu is huge. But the pricing is not. They offer the classic burger in 10 different ways four exotic burgers (ostrich, buffalo, elk, and wild boar), four different kinds of vegetarian burgers, 20 sandwiches (includes pastrami, Philly steak, catfish, salmon) , teriyaki bowls (chicken or beef), shrimp basket, chicken strips, fish n chips, and dessert offerings (frosties, swirlies (aka soft serve), shakes (with malt), freezes, and banana split).
I luved the French fries. They reminded me of McDs. Same size. Crisp, golden fried fries. Fried to the perfect fineness. Touch of salt. Mmm. A small size cost $3.80. The baby burger ran about $5. Solid basic burger. It has chopped lettuce and pickles.The taco $3.80. I enjoyed it and hubs did not. The shell is a fried flour tortilla, he thought the shell and meat was too greasy. I disagreed. The meat was saucy and not greasy. I found the meat to be flavorful, and no not in a fatty greasy flavor kind of way. It had flavor from the seasoning. Sloppy goodness. Same taco, two different perspectives.
This place is take out. Patrons can call in orders ahead of time. Time saver.Expect long waits during peak rush hours They have a few tables outside right along the parking lot, and to the ordering line and folks waiting. It gets awkwardly cozy crowded. Plus another important note is there are no restrooms.
I live in Colorado now but I'm still thinking about Cookie's 🥰
It definitely reminds you that you can still dine outside or just sit in your car and eat.
Love treating myself and friends to the delicious burgers, fries, and milk shakes.
I trird the Butterfinger shake. It was mostly vanilla with a little bit of candy. Okay but not great. Next time I'll try coffee toffee. Cute place.
My favorite was the fried mushrooms and onion rings. The burger could be a bit juicier but overall excellent place for lunch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Onion Rings
While the outside of Cookie's brings you back to a certain era of nostalgia, which called you to stop in the first place, I think there are better choices. Situated in East Sac, this place has the potential to be a great place. Food - typical but to be expected so not a knock against it. Kind of pricey for 3 hot dogs, a corn dog, and a couple of lemonades. I will say the hot dogs were commendable, flavor surprisingly good, not some tired old dog sitting in hot water, so kudos to that. I regret not getting soft serve dipped in chocolate ... maybe a reason to stop for a next time.
Parking: Corner location with handicap spots.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Not what I expected. Thought homemade patties but got store bought frozen patties. Luke warm. Something you'd serve at a kid's bday party. No taste. Bland boring. Fries were cool.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 5
Was expecting old fashioned drive experience, got one, but it needs some TLC. Pretty rundown and the food was okay.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Pastrami Swiss Burger
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Got a mushroom burger. It was fantastic. A little to much bun, but a great tasting burger.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger
Been here for a long time.. the guy is always in a rush and very blunt, but the food is good and reasonably priced.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
meh, could be better.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Burger
Great food! Baby burgers are the best!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've been coming to this place for years. Family owned and operated, excellent food! By far the best shakes in Sac and they have all the flavors! Finally decided to post a review as it is long over due!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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