Hayden Drive-In

"Both times I have been here, I left disappointed. The first time, the waitress was more interested talking to her friends than refilling my drink. The next time, I got the wrong sandwich. Even a lunch special, double cheesburger and 2 sides is still $13. I would hate to see how much it is not on special. The lemonade is good, but is mostly ice. The fries were cold. And they close really early for some reason when they used to stay open later."

"I was visiting family in Polar Bluff and went to Hayden’s as a kid visiting PB during summers. The Hayden’s pink lemonade is world famous! You must try it if you’ve never had it. It was interesting revisiting the place as an adult. It was as good as I remembered. I ordered a cheeseburger and fries, it was the best meal I had during my short 3 day visit. It’s a special place, hold lots of memories for hundreds if not thousands of people. The building has changed over time, but the inside was clean and welcoming. The food was prepared to order, served hot and yummy. I look forward to another visit with my fam, and of course, another stop in at Hayden’s."

"I'm from out of town obviously. So I went in and I ordered a burger and fries. 5 minutes a mailman came in and ordered the same. I was waiting around and then I had to run out to my car for a second because I have my dog with me. When I came back in the mailman was leaving with my food and I had to wait another five or so for mine. Ain't no local mailman that's more important than any other paying customer. The food was low-grade. I don't know why some Cooks think they got to smash and cook the hell out of a burger and turn it into a piece of leather..."

"Small diner with good food. The cheese balls are the nest I've ever had. The burger was basic but well prepared and delicious. The lemonade really is good and served in generous portions. Staff did a great job."