Black Bear Drive Inn — Restaurant in Northome

In the little town of Northome MN, from June to the first few days of September, I will drive to the Black Bear Drive In for a really good burger. Here the locals know they’ll find the ultimate burger with fresher fries then most places as well as a very generous portion, fried to perfection. They have a milkshake that can be made to your liking, from not to thin to extremely thick with or without extra ingredients like DQ’s blizzard. You won’t be disappointed. The price for the meal.will be a pleasant...

Don't let the curb appeal deter you from trying this place. I was pleasantly surprised by the food at this seemingly run-down lunch spot. The burgers were delicious, my kids loved their hand-dipped corn dogs and we all had a bit of a chili dog. We also each chose an ice cream treat. One note, we arrived thinking it was a drive up restaurant. It isn't. You order inside at the window and eat inside or on...

Service was friendly and food was fine, but the free water you are allowed is pretty rough and offputting. I get it, it's hard water, but it was quite tinted, off smelling, and off tasting. Makes me wonder about what goes into the ice and other drinks. Also, the prices, while not unfair, aren't quite as cheap as I would've guessed...