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Restaurant in Fort Dodge, Iowa
What should I order at Ja-Mar Drive In Restaurant?
What to order
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Fried Chicken
Praised as one of the best options in the area and described as delicious, with reviewers specifically calling out the fried chicken flavor and quality.
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Double Cheeseburger
Mentioned as a special favorite by one reviewer, who said they have a strong appreciation for it.
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Turkey Melt Special
Recommended for being a delicious, oversized sandwich with lettuce, tomato, and bacon that one reviewer called one of the best sandwiches they have ever had.
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Chicken Sandwich
Called excellent by a first-time customer, who said they would definitely come back for it.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 6 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM to 2:30 PM |
About Ja-Mar Drive In Restaurant
Standby for breakfast, burgers & other fast-food fare with a simple dining room & drive-thru window.
Amenities
Service options
- Drive-through
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Ja-Mar Drive In Restaurant known for?
It is best known for fried chicken, especially pressure-cooked chicken dinners that reviewers call tender, juicy, and excellent. People also mention that it serves hot food quickly and has a long local history as a drive-in in Fort Dodge.
What dishes are most recommended at Ja-Mar Drive In Restaurant?
Reviewers most often highlight the fried chicken, onion rings, tenderloin, roast beef sandwich, and cheese balls. Other specific favorites include the turkey melt special, double cheeseburgers, hash browns, and the All American.
What is the atmosphere like at Ja-Mar Drive In Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and historic, with plenty of seating and table service for dine-in guests. Reviewers say it works well for solo meals, groups, and people who want an old-fashioned drive-in feel with friendly service.
Is Ja-Mar Drive In Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The restaurant is priced at $10 to $20, and reviewers repeatedly call it a great value. Portions are described as generous, such as the chicken dinner and the large turkey melt, and some diners mention extras like a free small ice cream cone with dine-in orders on Fridays.
What should I know about timing a visit to Ja-Mar Drive In Restaurant?
It can get busy, especially around lunch, but reviewers say the staff is fast and the food is served hot and promptly. If you want a quieter experience, the restaurant is known for a calm atmosphere and has plenty of seating plus drive-through service.
Is parking available at Ja-Mar Drive In Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Ja-Mar Drive In Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Ja-Mar Drive In Restaurant is good for kids.
