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| - I've always lived close to Peter's Drive-In, and it is our go-to "too lazy to cook but need food" destination. So I'm something of a Peter's expert, having had it on a regular basis for a loooong time. I'll confirm the rumours: it HAS gone downhill from it's golden days, long, long (5 yearsish) ago. The burgers in particular have shrunken in size and taste, but even mediocre Peter's still outclasses the majority of most drive through fare.
Don't go in expecting life changing food because it just ain't what it used to be, because we Calgarians have problems letting go of our beloved institutions and still talk it up like no one's business. Fortunately the Milk Shakes are more than up to snuff: those bad boys are always delicious and creamy. I love the Pina Colada, and the Peanut Butter, and Chocolate-raspberry. Half of the fun is having them make up weird combinations, but if you're short on time or experimentation the stalwarts are always Strawberry, Chocolate and Creamsicle (or Orange?).
The onion rings are also amazing. Crispy and delicious, and the onion is just thick enough to taste in that light batter. Best onion rings (still) in the city handsdown.
In the summer, expect near gridlock if you go during rush hour. It's always busy, but that's half the fun.
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