Kentuckians go crazy for many things and good food is one of them. In one particular small town near Kentucky Lake, locals and tourists alike go crazy for these legendary cheeseburgers and it’s easy to see why. Belew’s Dairy Bar in Aurora is a classic drive-in favorite and you’ll go crazy too for their mouthwatering cheeseburgers.

Founded in 1951, Belew’s Dairy Bar in Aurora stays true to its roots.

Facebook/Belew’s Dairy Bar This classic drive-in is immensely popular. So much so, that you do typically have to wait awhile for your meal. However, the wait is more than worth it.

They have a traditional drive-in menu, but the cheeseburgers are the main attraction.

TripAdvisor/Tripofa L. When you pull up, rest assured that the friendly staff will get to you as soon as they can. You can also order at the window and grab a seat at a picnic table. The menu is easily visible and hasn’t really changed much all these years.

Belew’s has a slightly different take on the cheeseburger.

Yelp/Chris S. Their thin, crispy patty is perfectly grilled with melted cheese and sandwiched between the perfect bun. If you like a thicker burger, you can always ask for a double or even a triple.

When you visit for the first time, just go with a classic burger and shake.

TripAdvisor/Coff33 A Belew’s cheeseburger, order of fries or onion rings and a creamy shake make up the perfect summer meal.

Belew’s is a Kentucky Lake tradition that is worthy of your bucket list.

Facebook/Belew’s Diary Bar The drive-in is closed on Tuesdays and open every other day of the week from 11am - 9pm. Keep in mind that they only take cash. It’s easy to see why everyone goes crazy for these mouthwatering cheeseburgers in this small town in Kentucky.

Belew’s is a Kentucky institution and hopefully generations will enjoy their burgers for years to come. Have you dined at Belew’s? What do you think about their cheeseburgers? Let us know in the comments! Belew’s Dairy Bar is located at 150 Union Ridge Rd. Aurora, KY 42025. For more information, follow along with them on Facebook here.

Facebook/Belew’s Dairy Bar

This classic drive-in is immensely popular. So much so, that you do typically have to wait awhile for your meal. However, the wait is more than worth it.

TripAdvisor/Tripofa L.

When you pull up, rest assured that the friendly staff will get to you as soon as they can. You can also order at the window and grab a seat at a picnic table. The menu is easily visible and hasn’t really changed much all these years.

Yelp/Chris S.

Their thin, crispy patty is perfectly grilled with melted cheese and sandwiched between the perfect bun. If you like a thicker burger, you can always ask for a double or even a triple.

TripAdvisor/Coff33

A Belew’s cheeseburger, order of fries or onion rings and a creamy shake make up the perfect summer meal.

Facebook/Belew’s Diary Bar

The drive-in is closed on Tuesdays and open every other day of the week from 11am - 9pm. Keep in mind that they only take cash. It’s easy to see why everyone goes crazy for these mouthwatering cheeseburgers in this small town in Kentucky.

And for another classic Kentucky drive-in, check out our recent article here.

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