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The Rootbeer Stand

"Serving Smiles Since the Sixties"

About Us

The Rootbeer Stand is an iconic American restaurant and ice cream shop located in Oglesby, IL. Since its founding in 1955, it has been a beloved fixture in the greater surrounding area. Specializing in delicious comfort foods, including burgers, hot dogs, chicken strips, seafood, and, of course, a variety of mouthwatering ice cream treats such as shakes, malts, sundaes, and root beer floats. The Rootbeer Stand offers a range of dining options from dine-in to carryout and drive-in to delivery, making it a convenient choice for all. Catering to both individual cravings and corporate orders, as well as being a top choice for business events, this restaurant is a must-visit destination for classic American fare with a nostalgic twist.

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Areas Served

Oglesby, IL | Utica, IL | La Salle, IL | Peru, IL | Mendota, IL | Ottawa, IL | Naplate, IL | Spring Valley, IL

Our Professional Associations

• Illinois Valley Youth Soccer
• Oglesby Valley Girls Softball and Baseball

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What We Offer

Our Services include:

• Dine-In: Relax and enjoy your meal on our outdoor patio with classic drive-in vibes and friendly service.
• Carryout: Grab your favorites to go—perfect for picnics, road trips, or a quick bite on the move.
• Drive-In: Pull up, stay in your car, and let our carhops bring the deliciousness right to your window.
• Curbside: Convenient and contactless—place your order and we’ll bring it out to your vehicle.
• DoorDash: Craving comfort food at home? Order through DoorDash for fast, easy delivery to your doorstep.
• Delivery: Enjoy our signature root beer and hot dogs without leaving home—available via local delivery partners.
• Corporate Orders: Fuel your team with bulk orders for meetings, office lunches, or company celebrations.
• Business Events: Planning a local event? We cater to business gatherings with customizable menus and nostalgic charm.

Our Products include:

• Pork Tenderloin
• Homemade Root Beer
• Ice Cream
• Soda
• Burgers
• Hot Dogs
• Milk Shakes
• Chocolate Shakes
• Soft Serve Ice Cream
• Malts
• Sundaes
• Root Beer Floats
• Hot & Cold Sandwiches
• Seafood
• Chicken Strips
• Chicken Tenders
• Flurrys
• Banana Splits
• Brownies
• Salads
• Chili
• Soups
• Ravs & Broths

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Testimonials

On 9/14/2025 Marlene Lembcke had this to say:
Great little drive in, fair prices. Waitress was very friendly. Car hops are outside, don't even have to get out of the car.

On 9/13/2025 Josh Phillips had this to say:
Very cool nostalgic place for good food and old fashioned rootbeer and ice cream!

On 9/10/2025 Jackie Durham had this to say:
Love the driving experience. Food was good. Service was quick.

On 9/10/2025 Lisa Kerestes had this to say:
Always great! Never disappointed

On 9/5/2025 Eugenia Chasteen had this to say:
Everything was great

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Contact Us

The Rootbeer Stand
225 N Columbia Ave Oglesby, IL 61348
Phone: (815) 883-9254
Email: ridleysrbs@gmail.com

Near the Starved Rock area

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Payment Types Accepted

Cash-Only

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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