Sumburger, a Chillicothe classic within reach of Columbus, Ohio

The move here is simple. Order a Double sumburger with crinkle-cut fries and house coleslaw, then grab a seat while your pager buzzes and pick up your tray at the window. If strawberries are in season, add a slice of the fresh strawberry pie and you’ll understand why regulars plan their stops around it.

Sumburger keeps it cook-to-order and straightforward. The namesake burger comes stacked with two all‑beef patties, melted cheese, lettuce and the signature sumburger sauce, with platters built around those fries and slaw. Beyond burgers, the menu stretches into diner comfort like Philly steak or chicken, crispy chicken sandwiches, perch and cod baskets, plus sides from onion rings to mac and cheese bites. Service is counter-style with a pager, and there’s a handy pick‑up window for call‑ahead orders.

This west‑end Chillicothe spot has roots going back to 1953, when the drive‑in first made “some burger” a local catchphrase. The Western Ave restaurant opened in 2016 and added more room to spread out, including an outdoor patio and a small party area that makes casual gatherings easy. For Columbus eaters looking south for a road‑trip burger that stays true to its Ohio origin story, this is a straightforward, no‑frills experience built on a single signature sandwich.

• Location: 20 Executive Ctr Dr., Chillicothe, OH 45601
• Typical hours: Mon–Sat 11:00–7:30, closed Sunday (check ahead for updates)
• Service: counter ordering with pager pick‑up; call‑ahead available at the pick‑up window
• Seating: outdoor patio seats up to 64; party area for groups up to 40
• Known for: the classic sumburger with house sauce, crinkle‑cut fries and coleslaw; seasonal strawberry pie

If you want a classic, counter‑service burger with a signature sauce and a patio, and you don’t mind the short trip from Columbus, Sumburger fits the brief.

Published: September 9, 2026 · Reviewed by the Whats Up Columbus editorial team