Peter's Drive In Reviews

Best place to get milkshakes in Calgary, with a very long list of flavours and the ability to mix up to 3 the possibilities are endless I can't fathom not going there at least once

It's the best place to eat burgers fro and the service is really fast

Beat milkshakes, best staff, best food. I absolutely love Peters Drive In

Not even close to what it used to be, has really gone downhill. To be honest the burgers are better at 5 guys and the shakes are better at fatburger.

Drive in no table service. But all the hamburger made to order and the shakes are thick and chocolate like childhood memory. Too my understanding this is a Calgary institution and it is worth the claim.

Five star milkshakes mix up to 3 flavors, food has been hit and miss in recent history. Peter's serves quality food but I have gotten undercooked fries and cold onion rings, which is one of my favorites to order, family fries can feed a lot of people sometimes there are some left over I bake the next day to be extra crispy.

Great quick service-not only do you get a huge milkshake but also the ability to mix 3 flavors, all for only $5. Was my first time there and I definitely will go back

Milkshakes were only ok... good variety of flavors though. We didn't have the food though. Also the drive thru line took forever!

I would consider this place as one of my worst fast food experiences..I wish I can put no stars. Went to this place to get quick food after a long drive from Edmonton, the moment we parked in front of the store these 2 old ladies just started glaring at us for no apparent reason. Then when I went to order I asked nicely how their menu works like their milkshakes for example, the lady started raising her voice and giving me attitude. Food was below average, their food is trash and overpriced. Don t go to this place to get burgers, sides, or hotdogs. Just go to your nearest A&W.

Only heard good things about it for the last 10 years, brought my son to the zoo for his first time and decided to finally try it.
What a serious let down, the burger could barely be called beef, more like a McDonald's sausage patty. The poutine was mediocre at best, Fries were bland, gravy tasted like clubhouse and the cheese was non-existent.
The milkshake was the only saving grace. And even then it was like they added 2 cups of sugar to their ice cream.
Anywho, won't go back and can't see why the place gets so much hype.

Great burgers and generous portions- though it is definitely a drive in place. Lots of milkshake flavors!

A classic place for classic food. Never a disappointing experience.

The combination of milkshake flavours is out of this world

Alright prices, great food, but i could swesr they used to server thicker burgers.

Is not the Peter's I remember. Bland taste. Almost like cardboard.

Milkshakes still the best, burgers not as good as before lacking sauce and the extra patty

Peters Drive-In is pure and simple beauty, it s completely unrefined and honest goodness, it s awesome!

I love this place, its values and the delicious treats they offer. Where many businesses are constantly changing and evolving to keep up to date with emerging trends Peters follows a different path, they do the same thing and choose not to change. Since opening in 1964 they ve maintained the same standard of delivering persistent and consistent quality, using the best ingredients, providing great customer service and running a clean/sanitary operation. It may seem old fashioned but it works, Peters sets its own precedent of if it ain t broke, don t fix it . People come to Peters for fresh home-style burgers, old-fashioned 100% beef hot dogs, natural fries and onion rings cooked in clean 100% pure canola oil and last but certainly not least, their milkshakes and ice cream made with real ice cream and fruit! MMMM Delicious! My most recent visit was an Oreo/Chocolate milkshake, just one of over 4,500 flavor combinations you can make here!

This is what you can expect from Peters , no less, no more, simplicity at its absolute best. If you want a crazy burger with all the fixings and specialty ingredients: look elsewhere. If you want a shake with the latest trendy super fruits: look elsewhere. You won t find anything new and fancy here, and the second you do, you ll also find a business that isn t the Peters people line up for daily. Did you know they even sold a record breaking 4,000 shakes in one day? When was the last time you heard of the new trendy restaurant doing something like that. Exactly

So why mess with a good thing? Peters Drive-In is perfect the way it is! There s been some changes like the recent introduction of debit (lol ), but they still only take on what s necessary without changing the core business and their quality commitment. They re making a pretty bold move with the opening of a second location in Red Deer, something they ve previously avoided doing like the plague. It should be interesting, but I don t think people will be worried about them selling-out and mass-franchising for more money quite yet. This is never something the original owner Gus Pieters wanted. That being said I doubt there will be too much uproar about the Red Deer location, I actually hope it s well received and I don t doubt it will be. So next time you re driving by The Drive-In You Can t Drive By , stop by and grab a shake, lets cheers to tradition!

You can't drive by Peter's. It's a must-stop. Ridiculous amount of shake flavors to combine and great burgers with good fries.

Horrible !!! The food is awful and most expensive no name burgers we have ever had ! This is horrible ... milk shakes are awesome.. food not so much !

If your not from Calgary this place is a must have. There only two in the world one here one red deer. Tons of awesome milkshake choices and great burgers and onion rings.

Horrible ate bugerand onion rings 3 hours later was sick I called then to tell them and all she had to say was are you sure you where here at Peters like I don't know where I ate.. and no refund not even food was afferd .. ((RAY) said go to the doctor. Burger was geart! But be prepared be sick. I used go there 15yrs ago now went back and this .Peters drive inn is not the same stay away STAY AWAY!!!!!!

Always a favorite spot for milkshakes n onion rings. Their burgers n fries are great too, i just love onion rings n milkshakes more lol

Food was good as always. Prices are sky high. $19.10 for a double cheeseburger, rings, and a shake.

Love the banana milkshake and double cheese burger.

Wait time to get one hot tub was way too long. Hot dog bun was way too dry and crumbly period not really happy

Every time we are in the north end of the city we stop by.
Fav milkshake is blackberry + raspberry+ lime.
Their burgers are yummy, and I love their onion rings. Super fast service as always, and generally happy staff. Sometimes a little frazzled, but who wouldn't be with how busy they can get?? This past summer we made an order for around 20 people and they got it perfect. They do their thing well.

Very difficult to get in and out of from the street. Food was mediocre at best... don't see what the big deal is about.

That's a good reason Peter's has been around for as long as they have. A simple menu, good food, and the milkshakes are probably the highlight here. This place has remained largely unchanged for as long as I can remember. It can get busy during peak hours, so don't expect a quick drive thru experience.

Food is great here. Really the only drawback is the long lineups. I would go there more often if it wasn't so busy.

Decent burgers. Make sure to ASK for lettuce, tomato and caramelized onion. They are free and not offered unless you ask.

Burger was good, fries were good, shake was alright, prices are alright. like this place but i don t see why people make a huge deal about it.

Tasty milk shakes and good classic burgers/hotdogs and crispy fries.

Great burgers French fries are not like they used to be 5 years ago. Don't like the new fries

GO HERE... NOW!!! OPEN TILL MIDNIGHT EVERY FREEKN DAY. If you dont go your a loser

I heard they had the best burger before my visit. They were right, if you want a burger that will melt in your mouth, this is where you want to go

I would agree with the positive reviews if they were from 20 years ago. Yes the portions appear massive. But basic shoe string fries, the hamburger patty is reminiscent of McD's. The only good thing they seem to have retained is the milkshake. I used to come here a long time ago but haven't been back since before management changed, and it wasn't a good change. I should have followed my gut instinct and just driven away because by the time I was done at the order board I was so frustrated by "Is that all?" in poorly spoken english. Save your money for Five Guys or if your lookin for classic Calgary head up 14 st to Northmount drive and check out CB Drive Inn. Won't be back Pete, thanks for ruining good memories.

Oh man! Shakes that are tall and thick, tasty burgers, mile-deep "small" fries, friendly staff and quick as lightning service. A stopover at Peters' is well worth your time. Get it on the go or stick around and enjoy it in the sun. 5 outta 5, every time!

Great milkshakes, service is quick during busy times, food is ok nothing to go Ga Ga about.

Great shakes, burgers are ok. Fries are huge and good. A visit to Peter's is as much about the experience as it is about the food.

Great food of course , but the wait was 45 minutes. Kinda ridiculous.

Love how this place has hardly changed their menu over the years, when you go there you know what to expect, which includes quality!

Over hyped, foods super meh. The 2 stars are for the milkshakes. Those are actually awesome.

Always love coming here whether for a shake or food. Service can be hit or miss but the food is always worth it.

I'm third generation born and raised in Calgary, and this place tastes like home. Cause and effect? Perhaps. The burgers and their special relish sauce haven't changed (in a good way!) and service is always fast and super-friendly. Try the pineapple shake - if you're not afraid to attempt to get giant fruit chunks up a straw. Peter's is a beloved tradition in my family for all these reasons and more.

Great food everytime!! Went with a friend from Saskatchewan she loved it as well

Love their sundaes and shakes. Best thing they are open till late

Burgers are ok, nothing to write home about. The bbq sauce is a tad on the sweet side. There are better burger options in the neighbourhood, try boogies or burger 320.

Awesome place to grab all sorts of shakes ....super crazy crowd, quick service Amazing snacks - burgers, fries with shakes are serverd

Not one employee was wearing gloves. Even the cooks handling the hamburgers. Would highly expect gloves in these times with this pandemic but even if there wasn t Covid they should be wearing gloves. Gross.

My family and I very much enjoy Peter s except during this pandemic the lines have become insane. They have closed the windows and only allow drive thru. If they added social distancing lines and opened the windows again, people wouldn t have to wait 30-45min minimum just to order their food.