Polar Bear - Merrill, Oregon

ONI M.

In a small town you can definitely rest on your laurels but they do not. A little drive in style hamburger place with nice burgers, fresh cut fries and shakes. The oil smelled fresh the fries were delicious and the perfect amount. The burger was surprisingly good. The hamburger itself tasted like real meat, the toppings and bread were pretty standard but all really fresh. If you like mushrooms the mushroom Swiss was so good, I was a little sad I didn't pick it and went with a bacon cheeseburger (which was really good as well) but that mushroom Swiss was very very good.
I've only ever gone there during the potato festival when they are overrun and overwhelmed, so going at an odd time today (2 pm on a Monday) was perfect. The staff was friendly and it was so cute inside. A real slice of Americana.

Jon A.

I ordered the western burger, curly fries, and a white chocolate caramel malted shake, and all were excellent. The burger was big, fat, and juicy, with crispy bacon and a large onion ring, with the perfect amount of sauce and cheese. The fries were hot and fresh, obviously made with fresh oil, and light on seasoning (which is great for me, but you may need to ask for salt if you like them saltier), while the shake was just the right thickness.

The two employees were quick and very friendly. The building itself has probably seen better days, but it's perfect for a little burger and shake joint, reminiscent of the 80s.

This seems like it'd be a perfect place to go if you're doing the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway journey, stopping in between Lava Beds and Crater Lake!

Laini R.

Fries are always made fresh and so delicious 😋 their ice cream cones are the best around Klamath Falls. We make the drive because it's worth it. Their crew depends on the time you go are friendly but last time the girl was snippy.

Becky P.

Gal was nice. Order was up quick. I had a ham sammich and it was really good. Lots of smoky ham pilled high on thick white bread. Also french fries are made of fresh tatoes and they had a really nice seasoning on them. Husband had a bacon cheese burger he gave it 2 thumbs up. It didn't feel overly processed like your typical chain restaurant board of boring fare. Nice mom and pop in a nice small town.

Mike S.

Love their burgers, stop here regularly on drives between WA & CA. Patties pressed nicely to promote crust. Buns thin and soft; they do their job without getting in the way. Libbey the 1000 islands since in combo with the pickles. Just a really good solid burger that will drip onto your fingers.

Nathaniel J.

Great little drive in. The burger was small but tasty. The dill in their burger sauce was especially good. Super nice people, quick service, and very clean. No idea where the negative reviews are coming from. Hot fudge malt was also well worth it. Even with my dairy allergy!

Sami O.

Great food and excellent customer service. I would definitely stop here again if I drive back through this area. The prices were reasonable too. Default recommend this place.

Holly S.

Always super friendly girls working! They have great milkshakes in pretty much any flavor u could ever ask for. Pretty quick service and has a drive thru. Outside seating is available as well as indoor seating if preferred.