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Penguin Drive-in
- Restaurants
- Charlotte, NC
About this business
Location details
1921 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte, NC, 28205, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Penguin 1st Impression...Not So Good! – I was excited to try The Penguin Drive-In with my 4 year old son yesterday, although after our visit I was totally dissatisfied with our food and service. My son had chicken tenders that had no type of seasoning what-so-ever, I'm surprised he even ate them. I ordered a hotdog and the chili and slaw were both bland as well. My money was definitely wasted. Honestly, I expected something totally different especially from what I've heard and of course the reputation from the Food Network s... read more
Not worth the price and RUDE TAKEOUT service – Warning for take-out! You do not get a drink at all with the combo. Over 17 dollars for a grilled cheese and some salsa and a chicken sandwich with reg fries. No salt, no pepper and not Ketchup was available. The grilled cheese was unique but I only ordered the combo for a drink. We won't be going back and if you do, pay extra for your drink. Maybe a new owner can keep people happy. I'd have fought for these guys but don't take it out own your customers. I could have made the fo... read more
new mgt. – The people who used to manage and run The Penguin no longer run it. In October they opened a new restaurant called The Diamond a block away from The Penguin, along with the former staff. They are a lot friendlier and they're the ones that were on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. Well worth it to go there- the "new" Penguin doesn't compare!
enjoyed – I liked it
Disappointing Experince. Okay Food. – Well, I wrote a long detailed review but it didn't go through due to HTML error so I'm just going to list the pro's and cons. My boyfriend and I are visiting Charlotte, NC from Panama City, FL. PRO's: -Famous Fried Pickles were delicious -Sweet Potato fries good -FREE pickles received for joining text club off website -20% entire bill for military -Cool ideas and decorations CON's: -Burgers are just burgers, nothing special. (I work at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, so I sort of know what's ... read more
Not so good food,not so good service – Have been there before and the food and service were excellent and it was crazy busy.Went in today maybe ten people in the place we order the fried pickles,another couple came in after us and they got there fried pickles before we did, so we say to each other I think those were our pickles..(a girl waited on all the tables but a guy brought out the food) and of course he brought them our lunch also, the woman tried to tell him that is was not what they ordered but he was gone,needless t... read more
Good Food, lousy service – Well, a co-worker of mine and myself had to try the famous Penguin Drive In. We waited for about 10 mins when we got there @ lunch ( they were not busy @ all ). A guy finally came over and apologized for the wait and got our food order out rather quickly. While the food was ok, the overall atmosphere and attituted that you come away with will not warrant any follow-up visits. I think that you must be dressed and act in a certain way to get the waitress' attention or for them to give a damn. A fathe... read more
Don't Bother! Waste of time and money. – I should have know something was wrong. A Saturday night and the Penguin was empty! If you had experienced the Old Penguin then you will know what I'm talking about. Great food, cool menu, great atmosphere, and big, BIG, burgers! Now, save your money and go to McDonald's. Better food, prices and portions. How can you take a completely fantastic place and COMPLETELY screw it up? Don't know but they did it. So long old friend! I'm looking for a new burger home in Charlotte.
Give the Penguin and all the chatter a break. – Ok enough already. The Penguin is not the same, just like when Jimmy and Brian took it over from the Ballentine family in 99. Its a burger joint. It cant possibly live up to the hype that some people set for it. Jimmy and Brian took a successful joint and made it a star. When I came to Charlotte, It was the first place I went to, and fell in love, like so many others. The Penguin has been around since 1954, and through the years has many different incarnations. And now, another... read more
Frequently asked questions about Penguin Drive-in
How is Penguin Drive-in rated?
Penguin Drive-in has a 4.4 star rating with 55 reviews.
When is Penguin Drive-in open?
Penguin Drive-in is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m.
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