Alpen Village Drive-In

I love this place went there again for the second time. The food quality was same as the last time. I like the tasty fry and ranch sauces and I really liked the seasoned crinkle fries.

We were on our way home from hiking Bridal veil falls, and stumbled upon this place. My partner loves trying local burger joints and this was right up his alley. He decided to change it up and try their Elk burger since that's something you don't see often, and I got the alpen burger. Our burgers were very tasty, and easily something we will be back for. The French fries are a crinkle cut with some kind of seasoning. These were so addicting! Perfectly crunchy and seasoned. We also got tarter sauce and fry sauce which both were good. The place has a nicely sized parking lot, and a little shaded seating area.

Yum! My boyfriend who is picky and won't eat "pedestrian" food evewn loves the food here. I love the milkshakes as well.

We've been driving by this place every three or four months for the past couple of years. Our travels from Central Washington have taken us up over Stevens Pass and until recently we had never caught them at a time when they were open And when we were hungry.This is a very humble, old school drive-in that sits on the north side of the road just as you get into Salton Washington. It's the classic burgers, fries and shakes sort of place. We have been doing a burger quest around Washington in search of the best burger, and as such had to try a double bacon cheeseburger. We had gotten so-so reviews on this place, but the burger that we had was fantastic!The patties were done nicely, the bacon was good, there was plenty of cheese, and they did not commit the cardinal sin of putting a sweet relish on the burger. It was probably one of the top 10 burgers we've tried around the state. To Boutte, the fries were awesome as well! They had just the right amount of salt on them, we're crispy and firm, but not overly so. There's a sort of fries they're awesome when you eat them, but probably not the ones you want to find an hour later in the bottom of the bag. Either way, it was pretty solid.The place has a drive-through on one side and a walk up window on the other. It made for easy in and out. They do make things when you order them, so ordering ahead can save you some time.A solid spot that we'll be back to!

The best place in Startup to eat! Tasty veggie burger with some excellent fries, and wonderfully friendly service. Check out the fun decor around the building, too.

Your typical small town burger place with some good decent food. They have really good shakes and decent burgers and fries My son always wants to stop here and I could easily pass it by. They have a nice selection of food on the menu.

After hiking nearby at Barclay Lake, we decided to come grab a quick post-hike meal. It's about twenty ish minutes away from the trailhead, so if you're starving after doing Barclay, you won't have to wait too long to find some REALLY good food.When we're not in COVID-19 days, Alpen has a small dining room for people to use. Currently, there is outdoor seating that people can use which is nice too. They've got a great menu here. Different types of burgers, hotdogs, fish baskets, and sides. So much to choose from in such a little building! I went simple and got a small cheeseburger and mozzarella sticks with a butterscotch shake. My dad also ordered a side of the fried zucchini for us to try.The cheeseburger was simple but damn it packed a punch. Think Loretta's Northwesterner, Dick's, etc. Nothing fancy, but damn good! The fry sauce they use was phenomenal and it comes on the burger which really ties everything together. The mozzarella sticks were what my dad calls "the best." The breading was fantastic. Light, NOT saturated in oil, and actually had a good flavor. They were delicious! Zucchini fries were also very good dipped in the fry sauce OR the ranch (which was also tasty).Shakes were amazing too. The butterscotch was SWEEEET but it was good. My dad got the banana and my sister got the pineapple and those were both yummy too. Everything is made-to-order so be prepared to wait for your food. It all comes piping hot and incredibly fresh which you can't be mad about! 100% recommend this cute little drive-in for a post-hike meal if you're in the area. You won't regret it!

Came here after a freezing backpacking trip in November. Menu is still vast, full of delicious fried food, and shakes to mix with flavors that go beyond your imagination.Was greeted at the service counter by what looked like a more handsome version of George Takei. Finally, great service at this place! He was very friendly and helpful. Based on the Yelp reviews previously, and from my own, the friendly service is what was lacking here. Hopefully the friendly service staff is still decent in the summer.We tried the Alpin burger, Elk burger and mushroom burger. All great tasting, all makes you grow double chins with delicious regret. Also, a nice clean bathroom!

Great little restaurant!Super fast service after you order.I first remember going here back in the 80s with my Dad and two brothers after fishing. We would fish all day long at my brother Gary's, "hot spots" (we never caught a darn thing) and on our way home, we would always get a Green River to drink, well at least my brother Greg and I did. For years every time we were in the area we would stop in for a Green River drink. It became a tradition! Those were some of the best memories fishing with Dad and my brothersFast wind the clock to current day.We were heading to Leavenworth last July 4th weekend with my family and there I spied the famous Alpine Village Drive Inn off the highway. We immediately turned left into the parking lot. 43 plus years later I still had to have a Green River drink. It was tradition you know!I ordered my Green River Drink and proceeded to savor every drop. I offered a taste to the others in the car but they were all happily enjoying their own choices of beverages.My Green River Drink still tastes as delicious as it did 43+ years ago. It brought back fantastic memories of some of the most wonderful and magical experiences 3 brothers and a father could ever have. I just wish Dad was still around to try one again.I'll be back to this wonderful place whenever I am in the area to get Green River Drink and have pleasant memories of great times with each sip I take.

The food was better than expected and the staff were very nice Great place to stop with your dogs as you can sit in the park like area under the trees. I gave 4 stars because I would have appreciated a nicer bathroom... over all we will definitely be back. The setting , staff and the food are 5 stars. I had my doubts at first (In my opinion I think it needs a remodel) but we came away very satisfied.