Spartan Drive-In (Stanwood WA)

Date: May 13, 2025

Location: 9902 270th Street NW, Stanwood WA

Website: https://www.spartandrivein.com/

Burger joints like Spartan Drive-In are the reason for this blog! 5-time winner of “Best Burger” honors in the Stanwood-Camano News, the popular local favorite was founded in 2013 as an independent alternative to the ubiquitous chains.

I went for The Deluxe 1/4 LB Cheeseburger, dressed with lettuce, pickles, onion, tomato, and secret sauce, on a toasted sesame seed bun.

1 Aesthetics — An enticing presentation, with gooey cheese and peekaboo veggies. 6.5

2 Flavor —  Tasty! A palatable patty plus fresh fixings equals a satisfyingly savory sandwich! 6.5

3 Mouthfeel —  Not bad. A little on the soft side. Would be improved with a higher quality bun and a little more heat on the meat. 6.0

4 Quality/Freshness —  Fair. 5.5

5 Integrity — Well-built. 7.0

6 Atmosphere — Simple and clean — dare I say spartan! — with both indoor and outdoor seating. 6.5

7 Service — A young crew with old-school manners. Greeted warmly and served promptly. 7.5

8 Satisfaction —  A pleasant experience overall. 6.5

9 Creativity/Uniqueness — As advertised, just your basic burger. Classic, with no special flourishes. 5.5

10 Value — $7.99 is reasonable. 7.0

Sometimes all you need is simple food, in an unpretentious atmosphere, at a fair price. I’ll be back! Recommended.

Total Score: 64.5