In celebration of its 71st anniversary, Dick's Drive-In is inviting customers to rewind time and their wallets with a 19-cent burger deal reminiscent of their original 1954 prices. According to FOX 13 Seattle, this nostalgic price cut is a week-long event commemorating the iconic chain's inception. A nod to their first location's opening day on Northeast 45th Street in Wallingford, the fast-food chain's founders, Dick Spady, Warren Ghormley, and Dr. B.O.A. “Thom” Thomas, established a now-celebrated Seattle tradition.
The Seattle Times reports that patrons should brace for lengthy queues with the special offer underway. Management has issued an annual reminder that the 19-cent deal applies only to one hamburger or cheeseburger per person, ruling out orders for those waiting with the hazard lights on in the car.
Further ensuring that the promotion runs without a hitch, Dick's Drive-In will mandate face-to-face transactions at the window, with a strict one 19-cent burger per customer policy. Per an update from KOMO News, delivery apps like DoorDash will go offline during each location's deal day, precluding any potential for confusion and delay.
History and hearty appetites collide this week at Dick's Drive-Ins across Seattle. Customers eager for a taste should plan to attend in person, as the offer does not extend to remote orders, mirroring a simpler era of dining out. While modern conveniences have been temporarily paused, this reverent pricing gesture affords a unique opportunity to savor a slice of Seattle's culinary legacy.
