East Taunton's Star Drive-In Saved from Permanent Closing

"I am thrilled that I can keep The Star Drive-In alive!" owner Erika Madden shared. The beloved East Taunton restaurant has had a rough couple of years. It faced temporary shutdowns for extreme heat, endless rumors of its closing, and an eventual confirmation of its end.

Changing the Narrative on a Premature Goodbye

Now, Madden is excited to share that her goodbye is no longer needed. "I think I have more in me," she said in a recent Facebook post, giving hope to her loyal customers who have made The Star Drive-In a staple for decades.

Major Property Upgrades and Renovations on the Horizon

"I will be in a position to improve the property, restroom upgrades, AC for my team, building improvements and who knows, maybe even an extended dining area," Madden said.

The Long, Four-Year Struggle to Secure Financing

This certainly wasn't a rash decision on Madden's part. She put in the work to make sure she could open the doors yet again.

"I have done my due diligence, inspections, environmental surveys, and appraisal. I have secured financing. The septic has been replaced," she said. "A very long four-year struggle should come to a 'beginning' on June 30 when I am scheduled to close on the sale of the property."

Madden assured her customers that she will keep them posted once the closing is finalized. If so, "Movies Under the Stars" will return for the summer.