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There are two things guests notice when they visit Whitey’s Jolly Kone: the large retro-style signs advertising the business and the crowds of people outside the school bus yellow building waiting in line for their orders.
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The West Sacramento landmark at 1300 Jefferson Blvd. is surrounded by picnic tables filled with families, couples and groups of teens enjoying burgers, fries and of course Whitey’s limited edition peach milkshake.
Whitey’s Jolly Kone, which opened in 1963 by Emile “Whitey” Boisclair, is a family owned eatery that has grabbed attention for its delicious milkshakes and old-fashioned prices.
I checked out Whitey’s famous seasonal peach milkshake as well as other menu items.
Does the peach shake and Whitey’s menu live up to the hype? Here’s what I discovered:
What is Whitey’s Jolly Kone in West Sacramento like?
I visited Whitey’s Jolly Kone around 4 p.m. on a hot summer weekend. There was a noticeable line prior to the dinner rush with each person patiently waiting to place their order at the window.
It took about 20 minutes to reach the order window and peering through it, you can see the Whitey’s team working quickly and efficiently to finish everyone’s orders. Customers can choose from an expansive menu of burgers, hot dogs, Mexican, sandwiches and ice cream and shake options.
Whitey’s prides itself on being an “extraordinary blast from the past” that focuses on providing great food, excellent customer service and a serving of nostalgia.
Shaded seating for Whitey’s is limited, but there are plenty of large picnic tables available.
If you prefer to wait in your car, there is a customer parking as well as on-street parking.
What I got for $25 at West Sacramento’s iconic burger shack
I spent a total of $28.65 before tip and tax at Whitey’s Jolly Kone.
Although I went over budget, I could not resist trying one of the Mexican food items since it was my first time seeing an American drive-in including Mexican food on its menu.
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I hope readers will forgive me, but it was well worth it.
For $3.75, I ordered one bean and cheese burrito.
Whitey’s also has chicken and beef burrito options.
I also ordered one garden burger for $8 and added cheddar cheese for $1.15.
I had to try their onion rings for $5.25 after reading rave reviews on Yelp.
And finally, I ordered a medium peach milkshake for $8.25.
Employees behind the counter told me all orders would take 40 to 50 minutes to complete which made sense considering the line of people stretching to the sidewalk, so I grabbed a seat at a picnic table until my order was ready.
I started my meal with Whitey’s peach milkshake, which deserved the attention it has received from customers every summer. The fresh peaches with the soft serve made it extra refreshing.
As a peach lover, I am often suspicious of peach-flavored treats because they can taste artificial, but Whitey’s took the time to make a phenomenal peach shake.
I also especially enjoyed the made-in-house garden burger patty of brown rice, cheese and vegetables. It was savory and delicious.
The bean and cheese burrito was delightfully cheesy and the beer-battered onion rings had just the right crispiness.
Whitey’s Jolly Kone has spent decades perfecting every menu item and the proof is in the flavor. Everything I ate was absolutely delicious.
Is Whitey’s Jolly Kone affordable?
Yes, Whitey’s Jolly Kone is an affordable option for people looking for a filling and delicious meal.
Prices for milkshakes, scoops of ice cream and banana splits range from $3.75 to $9.
Those looking for a meal can choose from burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and Mexican options ranging from $3.75 to $12.75
Drinks cost range from $2.75 to $3.25, depending on size.
This was my first time visiting Whitey’s Jolly Kone, and I must say, this West Sacramento spot is worth the hype.
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I look forward to visiting again.