Mark’s In & Out: Inside Montana’s Best Historic 1950s Drive-In

If you ask me, Taste of Home Magazine made a massive mistake recently. They released a list of the best old-school drive-ins in the country, and Livingston's very own Mark’s In & Out wasn't even on it.

Honestly? It's an absolute abomination.

However, if you talk to the regulars who line up there every summer, they probably won't complain too much. National attention usually just means longer lines, and the wait for these burgers is already an annual tradition.

A Step Back in Time (Since 1954)

Open seasonally from April to October, Mark's is an original 1950s landmark that has been serving Big Sky Country for over seven decades. To put that into perspective, when they first opened their doors in June of 1954:

• President Eisenhower was in the White House.
• Elvis Presley had just released his very first hit record.
• Livingston was still a booming railroad town.
• America’s love affair with the automobile was in full swing.

There just aren't many places like Mark’s left in existence. Walking up to the window is a total step back in time, and a welcome reminder of a simpler era long before the internet and smartphones took over.

Planning Your Visit

Whether you're a local carrying on a beloved summer tradition or a tourist driving through Livingston on your way to Yellowstone National Park, Mark's is an absolute must-stop. You might even spot a few classic cars parked out front while you wait in line.

Know Before You Go:

• Hours: Wednesday – Sunday, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Closed Monday & Tuesday)
• Seasonal: April through October
• What to get: A classic burger, fries, and a milkshake.

If you want to fill your belly and experience a truly iconic piece of Montana history, you need to check it out this summer.