The Lighthouse Drive-in - Wickes

American, Sandwiches, Fast Food

The Lighthouse Drive-in

The Lighthouse Drive-in
4.8 / 5 (167 reviews)

Description

Located along Hwy 71 in Wickes, this hometown drive-in is beloved for its generous portions, diverse menu, and standout dishes like juicy homemade burgers, tender pulled pork, and flavorful seafood combos. Customers praise the friendly service, wide variety of soft serve ice cream, and charming outdoor seating despite some building wear. While some diners note inconsistent quality and occasional slow service since ownership changed, many still find value in the classic comfort food and shakes. Ideal for a casual stop, it offers a nostalgic, satisfying experience with plenty of options to please families and travelers alike.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Steven

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★ 4.8 / 5 from 167 reviews
steven-baber-2
27.03.2025

One of my family's go to's for the Cossatot River Falls/ Wickes area for a wide variety of food they have just about everything from mexican to southern foods to regular American food. The Coca Cola floats are amazing but you can get any soda and the amount of flavors of soft serve is mind boggling! Service: Take out Meal type: Dinner Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4

ashley-brandt-2
27.03.2025

Really great food! My husband loved the fish and Cajun shrimp combo. My bacon burger was delicious. My son gobbled up the chicken nuggets. The weather was nice so we enjoyed eating outside at the tables. Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger, Shrimp ONR

warren-doug-ware-chu
27.03.2025

If you are in Mena Arkansas and wish you could have that good old-fashioned drive up diner experience, you should check them out. The food and service will take you back to a time when food was made well and the staff was friendly without spending an arm and a leg to get it. Excellent experience, I will be back for more! Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $1–10 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Fries, Cheeseburger, Onion Ring, Fried Mushrooms

angela
27.03.2025

Just a little spot off of the road, doesn’t have a place to go in and eat, has a couple of tables out on the side, but everyone was really sweet and the food was delicious and the milkshake (butter pecan) was AMAZING! Service: Take out Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Fries, Cheeseburger

timothy-hughes-docto
27.03.2025

The food is delicious and you get so much that you can't hardly eat it all and for a damn good price. And they have a good selection of ice cream that will knock your boots off Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

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