Twin Pines Drive In

Twin Pines Drive In stands as a beloved landmark in Cle Elum, Washington, having served the community and travelers along WA-970 since 1958. This family-owned institution has passed through three generations of dedicated owners—the Maglietti family who founded it, Ted and Judy Bean who operated it from 1983 to 2014, and current owners Josh and Erin Bender who continue the tradition of cooking everything to order with fresh, whole ingredients. Every burger features 100% beef patties weighing a quarter pound each, cooked fresh when you place your order. The menu spans classic options like Plain Burger and Cheese Burger with customizable toppings, Deluxe variations with all the fixings, and specialty creations like the Jalapeño Burger with pepper jack cheese, Mushroom Swiss Burger with sautéed mushrooms and A1 sauce, and the BBQ Burger featuring tangy sauce with grilled onions. Beyond burgers, Twin Pines offers crispy and grilled chicken sandwiches, hand-battered fish and chips, classic BLTs on Texas toast, and delectable sides like seasoned shoestring fries and beer-battered onion rings. End your meal with a hand-spun shake or malt in chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry, or indulge in a sundae with your choice of toppings. The nostalgic drive-in atmosphere, complete with carhop-style service nostalgia, makes Twin Pines a must-stop destination for PNW road trippers and Kittitas County locals alike. Open Thursday through Monday with hours varying by season, closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.