Restaurants

The Hut Drive In

4.6 234 reviews 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 1016 Churchill St, Waupaca, WI 54981, United States

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At The Hut Drive In, comfort food meets nostalgia. Nestled in Waupaca, Wisconsin, this beloved eatery has been serving the community for years, offering an inviting atmosphere with outdoor seating and a wheelchair-accessible environment. Diners enjoy a casual experience filled with delicious options, from the famous Hut Burger to crispy fried cheese curds and savory BBQ. The affordable prices and generous portions ensure that everyone leaves satisfied. Customers rave about the quality and value, often reminiscing about their visits since childhood. With no reservations needed, The Hut Drive In is the perfect spot for a quick bite or a family meal in its vibrant, welcoming setting.

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Outdoor seating
Onsite services
Takeout
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Lunch
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Lunch
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Casual
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Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with The Hut Drive In before visiting.

Reviews for The Hut Drive In

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234 reviews

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Review highlights

Based on 234 reviews

The Hut Drive In in Waupaca, WI, is widely praised for its affordable and freshly prepared menu, particularly its burgers and deep-fried items. Customers appreciate the simplicity and quality of the food, often highlighting the fresh cooking methods and crispy coatings. The drive-in’s pricing stands out as a major strength, making it a favored spot for budget-conscious diners. Many reviews note the casual, nostalgic experience of ordering at the window and enjoying meals outdoors, which has also proven advantageous during recent health precautions. Overall, The Hut Drive In is recognized for delivering tasty, satisfying comfort food in a welcoming, no-frills environment that encourages repeat visits and word-of-mouth recommendations.

Grant Prill

Apr 27, 2025

Glad places like this still exist in the Midwest. Simple, easy, tasty and affordable! As long as they are around I’ll go back and bring friends with me. again and again and again.

Christine Fox

Apr 15, 2025

Love their food. The burgers are excellent, the deep fried food has the perfect coating, freshness of the product and is cooked in fresh oil. It's cool to stop in in warmer weather, eat at their picnic tables and watch the world go by on Churchill Street. They are small & take window orders, There is no dining-in area. Which, with Covid precautions, is perfect!

Jon Young (Highlander)

Apr 14, 2025

Great burgers and you can't beat the prices!

Suga Ransom

Apr 06, 2025

I wish I could’ve taken pictures of that delicious food. This has got to be the best restaurant in the United States of America. They serve the best food. It’s delicious. It’s so yummy in the tummy. It’s not funny. They need to make more restaurants like it. It’s very very cheap. It’s like two dollars for a sloppy Joe but the sloppy Joe is delicious. Trust me you will travel 2 Hours away from here and I will still travel to this place to eat again I give this 10 thumbs up

Josh P

Mar 10, 2025

Great drive inn. Order food and wait all orders are made in order and you can't beat the prices. A burger starts at a dollar and I would guess its a 1/10th lb patty. All the food is made when ordered and doesn't sit in a warmer. In my opinion I would rather eat here than any other fast food joint in town.

Brenden Lean

Feb 06, 2025

The Hut is cash only, so be prepared. You order at the window, they call your number, you pay. Prices are very competitive. Me and the wife can have lunch here and maybe spend 10.

Gina Sutherland

Jan 11, 2025

The Hut is amazing! Cash only but there's an ATM across the street in the gas station. Order at the window and they call your number when it's done. Low cost yummy food!My daughter asks to go to "The Hunt" every time we pass by. Shakes, burgers, cheese curds and fries are our go to when we're having a fun day out. Burgers look small but are filling, make sure to tell them your toppings or it'll be plain.Onion rings and mushrooms are also very good!You can get a side of ranch for a small price.The provide picnic tables to sit outside and eat. Pretty busy around lunch time and when kids get out of school.*Buffalo burger is a bison burger, nothing to do with buffalo sauce!

Eric Hiltner

Jan 09, 2025

I've been coming here for most of my life. It's great and a fantastic value. The hut burger may be my favorite burger in the world!