Kewpee Hamburgers — Restaurant in Lima

This is a fave! The hamburgers are fresh and oh so delicious! The malts top the charts and the fries are fried to perfection. The quality of the food is very good, high above most of the individually owned, nationwide hamburger joints propped up everywhere. You don't see the cooks or cashier's get upset or stressed, act rude or whisper amongst each other and it doesn't matter how busy they are, theyre fast and they're very, very efficient. They wear gloves and hair nets, something important to many. And the white uniforms are different than youd ever see in most food establishments but you can count on them looking clean and fresh. The drive thru usually always has a long line. By looking at the number of cars in line, you think long and hard about getting in. But if you do, don't worry. It's the fasted drive thru I've visited anywhere. Your orders are always right, something rare these days. Both shops are old fashioned yet not in need of change...it has old colors, style, and design that could use a modern touch but that's what's one of the great things about Kewpee. The orange colored booths and chairs and old, tiled bathrooms are reminiscent of days gone by. It's much like an A&W in that way. The line counter, tables, chairs, bathrooms, and parking lot are always clean. A long table sits against the window where you can sit on a revolving stool and enjoy the hustle and bustle of the town outside those windows. Kewpee is a local favorite (and a favorite among the visitors who hear about Kewpee). Its a much talked about hamburger shop, priced very reasonably, and always, always worth the stop. I'd give them 10...

Imagine, the desperation for a good Road Trip Burger. You have been on the road for what feels like days, you've played "eye spy with my little eye" more times that you would ever admit to in polite company. I don't eat burgers so much these days but when I do, I want to walk away with the meat sweats. I want to know that I lived through a fricken monument to burgers. So, you can envision my delight at finding all the stunning reviews for Kewpee. Hands rubbed together We drove undeterred by the furious ice storm we encountered in Lima, to the highest rated Kewpee we could find, for the ambiance and the great grub! I was ready to give a piece of my soul for this magical burger. To keep our spirits up on the treacherous journey, I would read out the reviews to my husband, who was encouraged by them but a bit leary about the naked baby dolls pinned to the wall. But we can do quirky, if the burger is right! The people inside were lovely human beings, that radiated happiness and love. 11/10 customer service, truly. Sadly, the burgers were ok. They were better than some fast food places but they were no Roy's Squeeze Burgers circa 1990s, they were not special in anyway that I could tell other than they tasted like beef and not something else. The fries were for me no bueno, not sure what they fry them in but it didn't add to the flavor. My shake was pretty good but you have to be failing at life to ruin a shake. The food was ok, I would recommend them but I feel a bit let down by the...

Fast food junkies TAKE NOTICE! Dave Thomas would base his own burger franchise (Wendy’s) on this legendary burger restaurant. Imitation might be a form of flattery, but Wendy’s doesn’t even come close to the burger-perfection that is Kewpee’s. First started in a hotel in 1923, the first storefront opened in 1928, so this year (2023) is their 100th Anniversary!!! (*or in five years depending on who you ask) And frankly more people need to sing their praises. So…ahem… There’s not one bad thing on the menu, but a Kewpee with everything (bacon, cheese, peppers, olives, tomatoes, etc.) is essential. Their secret is a hardcore standard of freshness. Where’s the Beef? (not at Wendy’s, but at Kewpee’s). There used to be Kewpee’s in other cities and states, but now they’re only in Lima, OH. If you’re anywhere near Lima, stopping by for the best burger EVER is pretty crucial. Every bite is packed with mad flavor. None of America’s other burger franchises can compare (sorry In & Out, you’re mediocre at best…Whataburger is probably the next best thing AFTER Kewpee’s). Their blackberry frozen yogurt is awesome too. And you really should try the lemon slush and fish sandwiches too. Thank You Kewpee’s! You are America’s BEST burger franchise. Here’s to...