Rocky's DriveIn is a cherished Guelph landmark, celebrating over 30 years of culinary tradition. Nestled at 520 Elizabeth Street, this casual eatery is renowned for its iconic footlong hot dogs, fresh hamburgers, and nostalgic milkshakes, all crafted with care. The vibrant atmosphere, combined with outdoor seating and a wheelchair-accessible layout, makes it perfect for groups, families, and solo diners alike. With friendly service and a welcoming vibe, it captures the essence of summer for locals and visitors. Each bite offers a taste of nostalgia, inviting you to relive joyous childhood memories while savoring modern flavors.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Historic
Trending
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Rockys DriveIn
S
Apr 21,2025
Best smash burger in town. The patties are all beef, standard 4 oz size, nicely seasoned, buns are top quality, and condiments are great. Love the pickles especially, they are very thinly sliced. Really great vibe inside the little restaurant too. Rick even makes his own special condiments from time to time, like hot peppers, which are super good. Dogs were juicy and had a great flavour, and the buns were perfect. Onion rings and fries are delish. The staff will answer any questions you have about the food. I highly recommend this place for fast food that is not ultra-processed, while still being fairly priced given the cost of food these days. I got two cheeseburgers with double cheese o rings on top for 13 after tax. Remember Burger's Priest, folks? Cost more than that for a single burger.Rick is a kind and generous guy in my experience. They will customize your order to a T. Get a double patty if you want more meat. They kindly put onion rings on my burger though that's not an option listed on the menu.I can't recommend this place enough, it's a gem. Wonderful staff and excellent classic fast food. Been here probably ten times in the last month. Gotta get all my Rocky's in before they shut for the winter. Really appreciate what they offer to the city.
Wei Lian Zhang
Mar 31,2025
Got a chance to try this foot long Hot Dog in Guelph. The owner is very friendly and even offer free sample food for us. We able to sample it's Chili and it taste delicious!! The food and the service are absolutely amazing !! Highly recommended and where can you get a foot long Hotdog anywhere else rather than ROCKYS !!
Daniel G
Mar 28,2025
Serving hot dogs, burgers, and milkshakes since 1951, Rocky's is a thriving monument to the low brow eating establishment of simpler times. With an interior abounding in checkered tiles and James Dean posters, the joint exudes the sort of retro charm that is a tragic rarity in the area. The food is tasty, if a bit pricy, and the service fast and friendly. The hot dogs, while not actually foot long as advertised, are nevertheless sizable and made all the more delicious by adding chilli. Whether you're from Guelph or just passing through, Rocky's is certainly worth a visit, if only for a taste of what the area was like in the age of Rock n' Roll, Hot Rods, and Sputnik.
Victoria
Feb 18,2025
Sooo yummy! Great little spot! For such a long line it goes so fast! Love it and love dads root beer!4 year update: Such a cute spot for a quick nice lunch! So filling as well! Sat on the benches for lunch on a beautiful day, it was perfect!
Rocio Sanchez Peñarroja
Feb 2,2025
A place with tradition, delicious hot dogs and hamburgers, not forgetting Putin, accompanied by a milkshake. Yum!
Daniel Patrick
Jan 15,2025
Rocky’s is absolutely a historic gem of Guelph. Around since 1951, they have kept the old-timey feeling and have tiled walls, with a rustic menu. (Prices in detachable letters) The hot dog was tasty, with a moist bun that was lightly crispy on the outside. If I had to guess, I would say it came straight out the oven. The fries tasted authentic and real, with a soft inside and a nice crust on the outside. Those items cost 13 together, absolutely well worth it for the taste. The older fellow working there was friendly and conversational while taking orders, a nice person to be around. My food was done pretty quickly, about the same speed as McDonald’s would have been. I just discovered this jewel, and will certainly be coming back soon. Great place to dine. If do 6/5 stars if I could!
Juan S. & family - J-Crew
Jan 15,2025
First time at Ricky's Drive-in since I moved to Guelph last year. We came as per my wife recommendation.Now, I'm kinda mad of why she didn't bring me here before... their hotdogs are amazing, best ones I have ever had.Don't get me wrong, I know many people will say that Costco ones are good. Well, they are, but the don't compare to Ricky's, they are just amazingly delicious... totally worth itTheir onion rings are great as well. We had milkshakes... hmmmm, I already want to come back.All the food and beverages that we ordered were amazing... totally worth it and delicious.Fully recommended Open from 11am to 7pm.From mid March to Mid October
Marijane Goforth
Jan 6,2025
Rockys is an will forever be a summer tradition! Amazing service an food is still great even 30yrs later an the environment is just soothing an takes u back to being a kid!
Reviews For Rockys DriveIn