16 Nostalgic Drive-In Restaurants That No Longer Exist

As you can see from the photo, Shoney’s was originally a franchisee of Big Boy and was that for three decades before becoming independent. I couldn’t find an exact reason it was named that, but it is Irish for “God is gracious,” so take that as you will. During its early days, Shoney’s was a drive-in, but we all know it now as a sit-down diner restaurant. They’re still around, mainly in the South, with over 50 locations.