There is something old-fashioned and wonderful about root beer poured straight from a tap into a frosted mug. Missouri still has a handful of drive-ins and diners keeping that tradition alive, some even brewing their own recipe in-house.
These are the kinds of stops where the menu stays simple, the burgers come hot, and the root beer shows up cold enough to make the glass fog up. Whether you are cruising down I-70 or wandering through a St. Louis neighborhood, these six spots give you a reason to slow down and sip.
Grab a napkin and get ready to make a list you will actually want to use.
1. Carl’s Drive-In, Brentwood, MO
Route 66 nostalgia is baked right into this little Brentwood diner, where the counter service and 1950s look have kept people coming back for generations. Carl’s is the kind of institution burger fans talk about when they mention St. Louis classics…