Fast food restaurants

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill

A 22-seat kitchen run by Eleni & Yassine, serving the dishes their grandmothers argued about on Tuesday nights in Kreuzberg.

714 S Goshen-Divide Hwy, Cottage Grove, OR 97424, United States $1–10
3.5
584 notes from regulars
01 The story, in three paragraphs

Why everyone keeps coming back.

Located in the heart of Cottage Grove, Oregon, Dairy Queen Grill & Chill offers a delightful fusion of fast food favorites and irresistible ice cream treats that make every visit a satisfying experience for the whole family. As a standout fast food restaurant and ice cream shop, this local Dairy Queen location brings a refreshing twist to classic comfort food with its thoughtfully crafted menu and warm, welcoming atmosphere.

The cuisine here centers around hearty, flavorful American classics, with star menu items that deserve special mention. Their 1/3 lb. Double with Cheese Burger Meal Deal is a crowd-pleaser – juicy, 100% all-beef patties topped with melted American cheese, zesty pickles, ketchup, and mustard, all embraced by a soft, toasted bun. This meal comes perfectly paired with golden, crisp fries, a generous 21 oz. drink, and a small sundae, creating a wonderfully balanced meal that satisfies both savory and sweet cravings. For those preferring chicken, the 3Pc. Chicken Strip Meal Deal offers tender, 100% white meat chicken strips cooked to perfection and served with your choice of dipping sauce.

Families will especially appreciate the thoughtful kids meal options, such as the 2pc. Chicken Strips Kids Meal and the Hamburger Kids Meal, each thoughtfully paired with milk and a choice of wholesome sides like applesauce or kid’s fries. This makes family dining simple and stress-free. If you’re in the mood for snacks, the Cheese Curds offer irresistibly melty, fried cheese nuggets, while the Soft Pretzel Sticks with Zesty Queso provide a salty, comforting indulgence perfect for sharing.

The dining atmosphere at this Dairy Queen is notably more than just a typical chain experience. Reviews reveal a genuine hometown charm, with staff consistently praised for their kindness, attentiveness, and a true desire to please each customer. Rebecca Christiansen shares how the team’s excellent service made her family feel truly valued during a recent visit, a rare and refreshing experience in today’s dining scene. Ashley Delgadillo highlights the warm, fast service and praises the always fresh and made-to-order food, particularly recommending their golden onion rings. This spirit of community and care resonates throughout the restaurant, making it a local haven for comfort food enthusiasts.

The interior is kept clean and inviting, with a friendly crew that often goes the extra mile to remake any unsatisfactory orders — a nod to their commitment to excellent customer satisfaction, as Jill Richards affectionately points out. While there are occasional minor quirks, like the Blizzard serving technique noted by Matt Hewlett, these are easily outweighed by the consistently delicious food and welcoming vibe.

Whether you’re stopping in for a quick, fulfilling meal or indulging your sweet tooth with one of their signature Blizzard treats, Dairy Queen Grill & Chill at 714 S Goshen-Divide Hwy offers a bright spot in Cottage Grove’s dining landscape. Its unique blend of fast, flavorful fare paired with genuine, heartfelt service makes it a dining destination that feels less like a chain and more like a beloved local grill. For anyone passing through or calling Cottage Grove home, this Dairy Queen is an ice cream oasis and comfort food haven worth visiting regularly.

03 Notes from regulars

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All Blizzards Drive Thru Chicken Strips Ice Cream Cake Cheese Curds Onion Rings Milkshake Hot Fudge Sundae Banana Split Chicken Sandwich
Rebecca Christiansen.
2 month ago
My family had a late lunch here on Sunday and I still cannot get over how excellent the service was and not just for us but everyone who came in. We have been encountering such terrible service at some many places recently - bad attitudes and the like. It was so nice to feel like we mattered and were welcomed. Thank you! Food was good too!
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Ashley Delgadillo.
3 month ago
I just moved to this state and town and this Dairy Queen is one of the only things making happy. The food is always cooked to order and I recommend the onion rings- so good! You can tell these kids are short staffed but I always see them doing their best and being quick and kind. Bought a cake here for my husband and it was delicious.
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Matt Hewlett.
3 month ago
The ice cream and food is always delicious. My only complaint is on occasion they will avoid flipping the blizzards because they've melted so much that if they did it would fall out and owe me a free blizzard. They are very sneaky about it but I'm not a stickler for melted ice cream, so I enjoy it anyway. Staff is friendly, but it would work better if they remodelled and put the card machine near the window.
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Jill Richards (The Girl Geek).
3 month ago
Hard workers, they love to please their customers. This is our go to place for comfort food. Would love to go once a week. It's not like a food chain, it's like a local grill. If you got something that didnt taste right, they'll remake it! That's what I call good home town customer service!
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Janice Dement.
4 month ago
Good food, ice cream, and fast servers. Everyone is welcoming and the place is always clean when we have a sit down with the kids.
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Connie Campbell.
5 month ago
A bit off of the exit we took while traveling but DQ serves a variety of foods rather than just burgers and nuggies. My son is autistic and loves hot doggers.
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Schaefer Family.
5 month ago
First time eating here. Simply didn't know Cottage Grove had a Dairy Queen. It's not on/near the fast-food row by the main highway where we usually frequent but instead is located on the south end of the old highway, close to old town. It has a spacious & clean dining room. ONION RINGS were the best! Received food fast, hot & yummy. Had great service start to finish from "Charles" who was exceptionally courteous & respectful at all times to all customers. Plenty of free parking spots on both sides of the building. *Will definitely eat here again* but will ask for a food tray next time, which makes for an easier time carrying the food, napkins, condiments & drinks to the table as well as for clean-up when finished.
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Ken W.
6 month ago
Still have the best shakes on the planet but the price in cottage grove is a dollar more than DQ Creswell
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04 When to visit & how to find us

Hours & the door on Bergmannstraße.

Opening hours
Monday (today) 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Finding the door

714 S Goshen-Divide Hwy, Cottage Grove, OR 97424, United States

05 What makes this place friendly

The details you usually have to call and ask.

Service options
  • Drive-through
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • No Delivery
Popular for
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
  • Coffee
  • Quick bite
Dining options
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • No Table service
Amenities
  • Restroom
Atmosphere
  • Casual
Crowd
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
Payments
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
Children
  • Good for kids
  • Good for kids birthday
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
Parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Parking
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