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| - I used to drive past this place all the time, but I never managed to drive by it while I was hungry and it was open. I love drive-ins - they are a piece of our history that is nearly lost. Luckily, I can stop by South 21 Drive In when I'm feeling nostalgic.
Upon arriving, I was pleasantly surprised that the intercom still worked. The menu was reasonably readable, the intercom sounded clear, and I didn't have to shout my order repeatedly to get what I wanted. My first trip, I ordered the regular fried chicken. It was pretty good, with a nice, crisp batter on the outside and tender meat. The onion rings are good, but nothing makes them stand out from other homemade onion rings. I thought their cole slaw was a little unique and good. I think their dinner bread was very blah; maybe just a hamburger bun?
Next time I came I had their BBQ chicken, which made their fried chicken pretty darn tasty. I had their fries that time, which were pretty standard. I also tried the cherry Sundrop and love it - what a great idea! I have yet to try their burgers, but one of these days I will.
Service both time I went was friendly and quick. I seem to recall that they might take cards, but I can't remember for sure. And they have plenty of places to park and eat, or it's easy to get your food and take it home.
I am so glad to have stopped at South 21.
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