Johnnie's Drive In

While in Tupelo, Mississippi I had to try Johnnie's Drive-In. It is definitely a tourist trap and embrace that Elvis ate here and that it is close to his childhood home. They even have a sign at one table where Elvis ate.Walking in, it is a tiny place, but it has a cool enough ambiance. The place is filled with Elvis memorabilia. So, they are known for their dough burger. A dough burger is basically a burger that uses flour to stretch out the meat and can be sold for cheaper. I figured that I would give it a try. I also got a cheeseburger and onion rings. The total for my whole meal was under ten dollars before the tip.The food was pretty good. Nothing great, but definitely good. The only rings could have used more salt. The cheeseburger was decent and a better choice than a national fast-food chain like McDonald's or Burger King. I'm glad that I tried a dough burger and it was okay, but I preferred the all-meat burger.I would definitely recommend here. It is a piece of Tupelo, Mississippi's history and they definitely embrace the Elvis connection.

After hearing about this place over at the Elvis museum and checking the reviews on Yelp we popped in for an early dinner. We went inside to soak up the atmosphere versus eating in our car.The inside is all Elvis and quite a throwback. I really enjoyed that vibe (we did sit in the Elvis booth since it was empty when we arrived). The waitress was very friendly. I had heard the prices were dirt cheap so I wasn't too worried that the menu did not have prices - though I did worry that as northerners we might get charged more! In the end it was really cheap.I had to try their cheese dough burger. I cannot say that I was impressed. It was pretty dry - I had to use the ketchup and bbq sauce to make it edible. The side of baked beans were OK. My wife got the pulled pork platter. The tots and Cole slaw were the best part. I tried it and the pork was a bit tough and had no smokiness to it. Pretty bland. Again the bbq sauce made it better.Not all quirky historical places have good food....

Johnnie's is close to the highway and at 1:00 on a rainy Saturday the lunch crowd was thinning enough we could get a table inside. The server was friendly and our food came out in a reasonable time frame. My BBQ ham was very good and my husband enjoyed his cheeseburger. Reasonable servings at a reasonable price - Cash only.

I am a 50+ year customer of Johnnie's. I love their "dough burger"! The service is great! The ambiance is that of an old drive in restaurant. They even still have carhops. So if you find yourself in the small city of Tupelo, MS, go here for a burger or bbq! Elvis Presley ate her often. There's even an Elvis Booth, where he was photographed many decades ago!

Calibrate your expectations, people! This is, for what it is, a 5-star experience. Where else can you dine where Elvis *and* Paul Thorn dined? The doughburger is unlike anything else I've ever eaten. It's as if a hamburger patty and granny's biscuit dough made a love child whose cradle was lined with pickle and raw onion. With American Cheese for a blanket!It's unusual, to say the least. I had two. The prices are low. Hilariously low. And the menu options are plentiful. If you can't dine in Elvis' booth (I did!!!!) well, that's all right, mama, because at every table the walls are lined with memorabilia, photos, autographs, you name it.Or you can dine outside where they've thoughtfully placed a few picnic tables in a covered area.Pro Tip: This place is CASH ONLY. Plan ahead.

One of the last locally owned restaurants in Tupelo. Everything we've ever ordered has been very good. The menu is typical mid 20th century drive in ; burgers, dough burgers, BBQ & other sandwiches. Johnnie's also serves dinner platters & salads. The service is exceptional; friendly & efficient. We love this place!

(At the time, this restaurant takes cash only.)Girlfriend and I came here this afternoon when we got done with the Elvis Presley's Birthplace museum. I got the cheese dough burger with tater tots and she got the all meat dough burger with onion rings. Our waitresses were nice and friendly and made sure we were welcomed.Next time we come to Tupelo, we will be visiting this restaurant. Just need to remember that you can order food from your car; which confused me at first when I saw a worker coming to my car.

Had to try the famous Dough Burger. Did not disappoint. Sat in the Elvis booth! Service was like you were treated like a regular local. Our waitress was a lot of fun. Kidding around with me. Elvis photos and memories everywhere. Surreal it was almost like you are back in the day!

Cool little spot. We're on a trip and stopped off at Johnnie's Drive In after seeing the Elvis Presley Birthplace museum. Super chill and looks like a spot my mom and dad would have dined at. Lots of cool Elvis Presley memorabilia and pictures on the walls. It was close by, staff was courteous, and the food hit the spot. I ordered the chicken fried steak and a side salad. Aka, Tupelo's Oldest Restaurant!

It was great service & food.The workers were very respectful and provided great service.