Budges Drive In

**MY EXPERIENCE:** Budges Drive In is a quintessential West Lafayette and Lafayette institution, renowned for its ice cream and fresh tasting burgers. The cheeseburgers and barbecue hamburger are essential stops on any visit. The soft serve is exceptional, with my wife claiming it's the top-notch chocolate flavor in the vicinity. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, ideal for a casual outing. Food quality meets expectations, with consistent and delicious offerings. Service is efficient, ensuring a smooth dining experience. Value remains competitive, making it a worthwhile visit. I will be back! RATINGS & LOGISTICS: - Atmosphere: 9/10 - Food Quality: 9/10 - Service/Flow: 8/10 - Value: 8/10 - Would Return: Yes

The tenderloin use to be bigger and the pulled pork on the tots could have tasted better. I don't pass by Lafayette a lot this place is a hit or miss when I do stop in. Yo get rid of the tip box at the window.

As a kid growing up in Lafayette it was great revisiting my childhood as I journeyed back home. Same great ice cream and service. My favorite (then as a kid and now) is the vanilla cone with twinkle coat. Thanks Budgees!

I stumbled upon Budges Drive In and I'm so glad I did. I had an appointment nearby and wasn't familiar with the area, so I brought up Google Maps and searched for restaurants. I liked the look of Budges and their menu. When I got there I noticed it wasn't what I expected for someplace with "Drive In" in their name. There were just a handful of parking spaces and I noticed a small patio with picnic tables. I'm assuming it was a full blown drive in at some point. I perused the menu. I was wanting food, not ice cream. I ordered a cheeseburger meal with their famous fries and a vanilla coke with house made vanilla syrup. I ordered a medium size for the fries and drink and my total was just over $9. I ordered at one window and waited at the other for my food. The staff were very kind and frien

I’ve only been to this cool little ice cream shop once, but it was great first impression. There was a big line when we arrived. I’ve been told there’s always a big line because everything is so tasty at this beloved little place. Their staff rocks though, and the wait to order and get our food was very short. I had a small soft serve vanilla cone with twinkle coat. I also had a little bit of my son’s chocolate milkshake. Both were tasty. Nothing fancy, but cold and delicious on a hot day. There’s a nice little covered seating area. I’ll definitely be back.