The Ultimate Guide to Drive Ins You Must Visit This Summer in Manitoba

Posted: April 09, 2026 | Author: Staff | Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes

Summer is meant for adventure, and sometimes that adventure is as simple as heading out on the highway in search of some amazing drive in food beyond Winnipeg. How many of these drive in (and drive-in-esque) establishments can you visit this year?

Central

Ahh, central Manitoba. Land of sunflower and golden canola fields as far as the eye can see. It's also home to a great number of drive ins for your burger and shake needs. Put these drive ins on your map if you're heading to attractions like the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre, Pembina Valley Provincial Park and the Miami Railway Museum.

Interlake

Ice cream and the Interlake seem to go hand in hand, which is why you absolutely must stop into one of these drive ins next time you find yourself driving along Lake Winnipeg. Add these drive ins onto your day trip when visiting attractions like the Arborg & District Multicultural Heritage Museum, Gimli Glider Exhibit, Hecla Island and Village, Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site and Oak Hammock Marsh.

Parkland

The Parkland is home to one lonely drive in (well, not so lonely, considering its popularity), so be sure to stop into this fine establishment when visiting spots like Riding Mountain National Park, Asessippi Provincial Park, Duck Mountain Provincial Park, The Negrych Farmstead and the Fort Dauphin Museum. Or check out other restaurants in the area.

North

We're hoping to convince some of you to head north this summer to experience some of Manitoba's greatest outdoor adventures - and there are 3 drive ins to stop into on the way to the mesmerizing parks of Pisew Falls Provincial Park, Wekusko Falls Provincial Park, Bakers Narrows Provincial Park and Paint Lake Provincial Park.

East

With much of cottage country located on the eastern side of the province, it's a no brainer for cabin-goers to try some of these drive ins this summer. On the way, also be sure to check out hiking spots in Whiteshell Provincial Park like Pine Point Rapids trail and the Bannock Petroforms, as well as the Mennonite Heritage Village.

West

There's much to see and do in the western reaches of the province; in between eating hotdogs and fries, that is. On your way to one (or more) of these drive ins, check out attractions like the Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba, the Margaret Laurence Home, the Manitoba Agricultural Museum, Spruce Woods Provincial Park, the Souris Swinging Bridge and the International Peace Garden.

Plan Your Adventure

With so many drive in locations across Manitoba, it can be hard to choose! Our advice? Pick a direction and start driving, you won't be disappointed. Plan your ultimate drive in adventure today.

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