In 1965, Lewis (Dude) McCaslin at age 43 and Viola (Vi) McCaslin moved to Redding and purchased land located at 1644 Hartnell Avenue on June 4, 1965. They signed a contract with a franchise company named ‘Dari-Delite’. The store’s grand opening was on August 24, 1965. The McCaslin’s later went to court and was able to break the contract with ‘Dari-Delite’ and changed their name to ‘Dude’s Drive Inn’. Why Dude’s? Lewis McCaslin was a cool dude that everybody liked so his family and friends nick named him Dude. If you are not in the mood for a burger, it’s okay. Everything here at Dude’s Drive Inn taste great and is made ready to order. Here at Dude’s Drive Inn, we don’t take any shortcuts in making your food like other fast food restaurants. When you come into Dude’s Drive Inn, everything is made to order so you get it fresh and warm. No matter what you order, here at Dude’s Drive Inn, you are bound to fall in love with the food over here. That is why so many people consider us to be the best restaurant around the area. So if you are looking for a burger restaurant or want some ice cream around Redding, make sure that you stop by Dude’s Drive Inn. You will be glad that you did.