A Drive-In Diner With Rollerskating Servers Is Bringing The '50s To Toronto This Summer

The secret location has just been revealed!

Lead Writer, Travel

Start those engines because a drive-in diner is popping up in Toronto and it will make you feel like you're in the '50s.

The Dusty Star Drive-In Diner is transforming the back of the Galleria Mall parking lot into a retro food extravaganza from August 13 to 15.

Rollerskating carhops will deliver meals right to your vehicle, and for those who don't have a car, you can reserve a picnic table and still get in on the fun.

Live DJs will be playing funk, soul, and disco tunes, and you can listen from your car radio.

There will also be a bar and market vendors selling a variety of goods.

Menu items include super empanada hot dogs, root beer floats, and Sapori's smash burgers.

Tickets are available online and must be purchased in advance, so start planning your best retro outfit and take a trip back in time this summer.

The Dusty Star Drive-In Diner

Price: $25 per car spot

When: August 13 - 15, 2021

Address: 1245 Dupont St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Dine like you're in the '50s at this retro drive-in diner, which has rollerskating servers and more.

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  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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