Loved this place. Great staff and food. Highly recommended.
amanda Steptoe
Just don't go and waste your money..... ordered and waited 20 mins and only got half of the order.... server went back to get 2nd half of order and 30 mins later still hadn't came back.... I just left and went to burger King.... won't be going back
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Michele Winter
Worst food in Staunton, a waste of money. Yes the place is nostalgic but that doesn't excuse the poor food and service! The burgers are just like the frozen ones used at Burger King, the fries and onion rings were burnt.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
WG Jr.
This place was recommended to me at a coffee shop on my way home from the in-laws. Originally a Dairy-Rite, this place has been opened since 1952 and has a ton of character. Think of what Sonic is trying to replicate. Pull up, hit the call button, order from classics like burgers, hot dogs, chicken sando’s, milkshakes, etc and in about 15-20 someone brings your food out to your car.
I wish I could remember my waitresses name (Sarah, maybe?) but she was so sweet. I asked her about the history of the place and she told me that she first tried it about 5 years ago, started working there about a year ago, and that it was her favorite job ever. Granted, she was on the younger side, but it says something about this place for it to be her favorite job. She spoke highly of the owners, the regulars, and the community which was cool to hear.
On to the good stuff…
I ordered a 1/3lb burger, fries, and an extra-thick milkshake. The only way I can describe this is that it was a blast from the past in all the best ways. This is what I imagine the birth of the hamburger was like. Hand-formed patty, cooked on a griddle, and packed with flavor. Crinkle cut fries were well executed and well seasoned.
I paid an extra $0.25 to have my banana milkshake extra thick and would recommend everyone add a couple c’s (thiccc). Still straw-able but that spoon came in handy towards the end!
If you’re ever in the Salem area, be sure to check in and get a bite of history.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Fries, Burger Basket
John Wharton
Funky, fun old-time place where you order from your car at a speaker. Or go inside and order off of phone at your table! It's like being in a diner in the '50s.
Wheelchair accessibility: Might be a little problematic inside, but you can order and eat from your car.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Michael Lampros
Overall, a fun, retro diner. Service was pleasant, and the atmosphere was fun. I had 2 dogs and fries. The buns were sub-par and seemed a bit stale. The rest of the dog/onions/mustard/chili was enjoyable, as were the fries. But bad bread will ruin any dog or sandwich.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Robin Adams
Old school drive-in and diner with burgers, chicken, fried shrimp, fish sandwiches, fries, milkshake with ice cream! Seat yourself inside, pick up the red phone at your table, dial 71 and place the order! Always consistently good, great service and very affordable! Or, drive up in your car, place an order and get your meal delivered to your car! Same ownership since 1952!!
So much fun! We enjoyed calling on a wall phone to place our order. LOVED the fries and chicken tenders. Disappointed in the bathroom. Could've been cleaner. The hand air dryer had lots of dust in the vent, so I used the paper towels offered.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Fries, Chicken Basket
Nicholas Wesner
Great atmosphere for anyone who enjoys anything Americana. 50s hits on the jukebox, friendly staff, and tasty burgers and shakes. Will definitely stop by when passing through again.
John Frank
I stopped in there this past Saturday and the food was pretty good atmosphere was interesting would come back here again
Less than impressed, $12 for a burger smaller than McDonalds McDouble and barely warm fries that I waited about 20 minutes on ….
Crystal Thornton
It was great Always is. John and his friends were the best at helping me. It was a great experience. He's a wonderful server. Food was as expected. That's why I keep going back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Charles Johnson Jr
Wonderful food, amazing milkshakes!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Galen Wright
Visiting Virginia from Maine. I grew up in the area and have been eating at Wright's for years. The food was good, and the service was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger Basket
Monika Kessler
Definitely a must go to when in the area! One of a kind experience. Great food and friendly service. Step back in time and enjoy!! The kids meals are super cute - served in a cardboard retro car.
Loved this place. Great staff and food. Highly recommended.
Just don't go and waste your money..... ordered and waited 20 mins and only got half of the order.... server went back to get 2nd half of order and 30 mins later still hadn't came back.... I just left and went to burger King.... won't be going back
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Worst food in Staunton, a waste of money. Yes the place is nostalgic but that doesn't excuse the poor food and service! The burgers are just like the frozen ones used at Burger King, the fries and onion rings were burnt.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
This place was recommended to me at a coffee shop on my way home from the in-laws. Originally a Dairy-Rite, this place has been opened since 1952 and has a ton of character. Think of what Sonic is trying to replicate. Pull up, hit the call button, order from classics like burgers, hot dogs, chicken sando’s, milkshakes, etc and in about 15-20 someone brings your food out to your car.
I wish I could remember my waitresses name (Sarah, maybe?) but she was so sweet. I asked her about the history of the place and she told me that she first tried it about 5 years ago, started working there about a year ago, and that it was her favorite job ever. Granted, she was on the younger side, but it says something about this place for it to be her favorite job. She spoke highly of the owners, the regulars, and the community which was cool to hear.
On to the good stuff…
I ordered a 1/3lb burger, fries, and an extra-thick milkshake. The only way I can describe this is that it was a blast from the past in all the best ways. This is what I imagine the birth of the hamburger was like. Hand-formed patty, cooked on a griddle, and packed with flavor. Crinkle cut fries were well executed and well seasoned.
I paid an extra $0.25 to have my banana milkshake extra thick and would recommend everyone add a couple c’s (thiccc). Still straw-able but that spoon came in handy towards the end!
If you’re ever in the Salem area, be sure to check in and get a bite of history.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Fries, Burger Basket
Funky, fun old-time place where you order from your car at a speaker. Or go inside and order off of phone at your table! It's like being in a diner in the '50s.
Wheelchair accessibility: Might be a little problematic inside, but you can order and eat from your car.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Overall, a fun, retro diner.
Service was pleasant, and the atmosphere was fun.
I had 2 dogs and fries.
The buns were sub-par and seemed a bit stale. The rest of the dog/onions/mustard/chili was enjoyable, as were the fries. But bad bread will ruin any dog or sandwich.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Old school drive-in and diner with burgers, chicken, fried shrimp, fish sandwiches, fries, milkshake with ice cream! Seat yourself inside, pick up the red phone at your table, dial 71 and place the order! Always consistently good, great service and very affordable! Or, drive up in your car, place an order and get your meal delivered to your car! Same ownership since 1952!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger, Fish, Soft Serve, Burger Basket, Chicken Basket, Potato Tots
So much fun! We enjoyed calling on a wall phone to place our order. LOVED the fries and chicken tenders. Disappointed in the bathroom. Could've been cleaner. The hand air dryer had lots of dust in the vent, so I used the paper towels offered.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Fries, Chicken Basket
Great atmosphere for anyone who enjoys anything Americana. 50s hits on the jukebox, friendly staff, and tasty burgers and shakes. Will definitely stop by when passing through again.
I stopped in there this past Saturday and the food was pretty good atmosphere was interesting would come back here again
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Less than impressed, $12 for a burger smaller than McDonalds McDouble and barely warm fries that I waited about 20 minutes on ….
It was great Always is. John and his friends were the best at helping me. It was a great experience. He's a wonderful server. Food was as expected. That's why I keep going back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Wonderful food, amazing milkshakes!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Visiting Virginia from Maine. I grew up in the area and have been eating at Wright's for years. The food was good, and the service was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger Basket
Definitely a must go to when in the area! One of a kind experience. Great food and friendly service. Step back in time and enjoy!! The kids meals are super cute - served in a cardboard retro car.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger
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