5 /5 Roger McCort: THE SHORT VERSION:
Good food, good price. Worth the stop.
THE LONGER VERSION:
Tims is a worn-looking drive-in which could be easy to miss. Im fairly certain that its nesting in the bones of an original A&W and that some of the equipment may be original. But I kind of like the dive vibe, so that didnt put me off.
The menu is fairly simple - its a burger drive in, so the main items on their menu are all burgers and fries. There were some chicken options and a grilled cheese sandwich, but mostly you are choosing from variations of hamburgers with or without cheese and with or without bacon.
Their soda fountain dispenses Pepsi products, which is a negative in my book, but its never make or break for me.
I placed my order from my car by pressing an intercom button on the driver-side reader board after pulling in to one of the spaces. There was outdoor seating (picnic tables) and it looked like an order window for walk-ups, but I wanted to eat drive-in-style (and didnt see any other parking).
Lets talk food!
First, the prices were great! I got a combo with a larger drink for less than a McDonalds meal. And I added a grilled cheese sandwich (a bargain at only $3.50). Altogether, $17. How often do you get a big meal for less than twenty bucks these days? I consider that a huge plus!
Next, the quality was spot on. The burger was good (a little thin, but tasted fine). The bacon was crispy, the cheese was melted, and the buns held together and tasted fresh. Lots of vegetables on top too. The tomato slice was just right, not too much lettuce but enough, and the dill pickle slices were amazing. I had to resist the urge to ask for a barrel to go with me... The grilled cheese was solid (in a good way) - two slices of Texas toast, lots of cheese (but not too much); grilled just right.
The fries were the only oddity, and they were good. I suppose the batter may have boosted the crunch a bit. I didnt see the point to it. It wasnt seasoned. It added nothing to what were decent fries. It didnt take anything away either. It was just there.
THE BOTTOM LINE:
The food came fast, tasted good, was affordable, and I liked the atmosphere. Ill go back!