Welcome to Heeter's Drive In
Heeter's Drive In, located in Riverside, PA, is a nostalgic gem that transports diners back to the classic 50s diner experience. With its cozy seating, decorated with vintage photos and playing "oldies" music, the ambiance resonates warmth and charm. Known for their indulgent breakfast options—like the beloved Reese’s pieces pancakes and hearty breakfast mess topped with savory sausage gravy—each dish is crafted with care and generous portions. Guests rave about the delicious coffee and famous ice cream, making it an ideal spot for families and anyone craving comfort food. Heeter's Drive In truly captures the essence of timeless dining.
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PA-54, Riverside, PA 17868, United StatesPA-54, Riverside, PA 17868, United States Hotline: +1 570-275-5900
Welcome to Heeter's Drive In, a charming little oasis of nostalgia nestled on PA-54 in Riverside, Pennsylvania. This delightful establishment transports you back to a simpler time, where classic diner vibes meet delicious comfort food. The moment you step inside, you are greeted with a retro ambiance—think vibrant soda fountain decor, cozy booths, and the inviting sound of oldies wafting through the air, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Heeter's isn't just about the atmosphere; it's a culinary destination. The menu boasts an impressive variety, from their mouthwatering breakfast selections to tantalizing lunch options. Customers rave about the Reese’s Pieces pancakes, which are blissfully scrumptious with just a hint of butter—no syrup required. The breakfast staples shine with dishes like the loaded pretzel and 'the mess', which, once topped with their rich sausage gravy, guarantees to fulfill your morning cravings.
A standout feature of Heeter's is its commitment to quality and service. Diners like Todd Owens appreciate the prompt and attentive staff, who ensure that coffee cups never run dry and meals arrive piping hot. The generous portions and flavorful dishes create a satisfying experience for families and friends alike. Whether it's grabbing a bite to eat or enjoying a leisurely breakfast, Heeter's makes it feel special.
And let’s not forget the star of the show: the ice cream. Many patrons, including Joel Hosler, agree that the ice cream here is unbeatable. With favorites like Cookies & Cream and Moose Tracks often drawing crowds, it's the perfect sweet ending to your meal. Alternatively, you can indulge in their adult slushies or relax with a glass of specially selected red wine as you savor the nostalgia of the place.
So, whether you’re looking for a cherished family meal, a tasty breakfast, or simply a scoop of creamy ice cream, Heeter's Drive In is the destination that promises a delightful escape with every visit. Come for the food, stay for the memories!
Great place when you want to go back in time. The place warps me back to when I was a kid and places like this were everywhere and taken for granted. Few places are around like this unfortunately anymore. The insides has stools around the counter like the old soda fountains used to and there are several booths inside. Service was great. It was not long before our food came out. The food was very good and it was a decent portion. Had to finish off with some of their famous ice cream. A great place that is decorated with old photos, there is "oldies" music playing inside but, at a level you can have a conversation. If you want a walk back in time stop by Heeter's. Oh yeah, almost forgot to remind you to order a cup of gravy to dip your fries in!
Had the Reese’s pieces pancakes and they were very tasty!! Did not have to use syrup, just butter! The person who waited on us was very nice but, the prices are a bit high.
Breakfast is delicious, the pretzel and the mess are our favorites, add a little sausage gravy on top and I promise it won't disappoint. The atmosphere is amazing, small little 50s restaurant, that offers draft beers and adult slushies! Great place for the little ones as well, grab a bite to eat and finish off with some ice cream !
Loved every minute of my breakfast here. Quaint breakfast spot with delicious menu, inviting diner vibes, and outstanding service. One of the more notable things was how delicious the coffee was and how the staff made sure our cups were full at all times.
They have good ice cream. It seems that Cookies &Cream is a favorite they were out. Moose Tracks is also good one of my favorites. If you love ice cream this is the place to go!.
Great breakfast, nice assortment of hot sauces also if you like that! Great price and service. Atmosphere is your classic diner feel and is amazing. This is a must stop for breakfast if your are traveling through the area
Semi truck drivers the east side of the road route 54 approximately 200 feet you can park on the side of the road by the railroad 23 years and counting, but the place has been here for 75 or more. The ice cream window is the original 50s window and the restaurant was built on in the 70s. I have never had a scrambled egg with one egg in the center of it, but it was amazing. I call it the sockeye scrambled. Everybody, you see in here we're busting their B...... LS I guess one of them I don't I didn't hear him make one bad joke but they said he makes bad jokes come in here. They had good laughs going apparently Rose is seated by herself. Scotty and her came in together and I thought it sounded like a drink they should make here the Scotty Rose Thanks you guys. It was an amazing time and what's the dish and yes, there is a dish named after Scotty the Sun the Scotty fries. Everybody hasn't food named after them the mothers June chef salad And the Scotty burger these Oliver involved in the Braveheart land when the scotts decided not to take any more crap they fought for freedom And Don said don't forget him he says he's the glue that holds this place together. He learned it from his CD days at Applebee's late night just teasing. I know none of these people I made all this up but it's the truth a lot of of it just the part about Dan DON Siri wants to call him Dan .He's got quite a personality. Amen Paul Harvey would say great things about this place.
Friendly staff and good food. I had the 2 piece battered haddock basket which usually comes with coleslaw and fries, but I opted for a gravy fries substitution. The fish, fries and slaw were great. I finished the meal off with a medium pineapple milkshake. You can tell that the staff really have a good working relationship, and a fun sense of humor. It was a great experience.