Drive-in restaurants are all but a thing of the past. The ones that exist today are a nostalgic throwback to a time when the world was simpler. They are the types of places where people could hang out for hours, enjoying both food and life. Visiting Phillips Drive-In (or P.D.I. as it is also called), one can almost picture classic cars filling the lot on a Friday night and groups of teens and families ordering and eating burgers at their vehicles.

It all started as a Dairy Queen back in 1948.  The name was then changed to Phillips Drive-In (aka P.D.I.) in the 1960s.

PDI / Phillips Drive-In/Facebook Mr. Joe Phillips was the original owner and he ran it for many years after. As you may have already guessed, Phillips Drive-In is named after him.

Nighttime is always fun to enjoy the food at a drive-in.

PDI / Phillips Drive-In/Facebook P.D.I. is open until 10 p.m., six nights a week.

The #5 dressed cheeseburger is a popular choice and has mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle.

PDI / Phillips Drive-In/Facebook Order one of the seven delectable burger options in either regular or jumbo size!

Overindulge and pair a burger, hot dog, or sandwich with some chili cheese fries to make the perfect meal!

PDI / Phillips Drive-In/Facebook There are so many incredible sides to choose from. Aside from fries, tots, fried okra, fritos chili pie, and corn nuggets are also great options.

Treat yourself to something sweet like a vanilla soft serve ice cream smothered in hot fudge and topped with crushed peanuts.

PDI / Phillips Drive-In/Facebook Ordering a hand-spun milkshake is acceptable as well!

This drive-in is not stuck in the past and has modernized the menu a bit to include some low-carb keto and gluten-free options.

PDI / Phillips Drive-In/Facebook Just order any burger without a bun and your meal will come healthy(ish). The philly cheesesteak can also be ordered without the bread.

 

PDI / Phillips Drive-In/Facebook

Mr. Joe Phillips was the original owner and he ran it for many years after. As you may have already guessed, Phillips Drive-In is named after him.

P.D.I. is open until 10 p.m., six nights a week.

Order one of the seven delectable burger options in either regular or jumbo size!

There are so many incredible sides to choose from. Aside from fries, tots, fried okra, fritos chili pie, and corn nuggets are also great options.

Ordering a hand-spun milkshake is acceptable as well!

Just order any burger without a bun and your meal will come healthy(ish). The philly cheesesteak can also be ordered without the bread.

P.D.I. has always been popular with the locals of Laurel and surrounding towns. If you are not from the area, I suggest you take a drive out here, order a burger, and enjoy a place that will transport you to a different era!

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Address: 330 S Magnolia St, Laurel, MS 39440, USA