Check out the updated A&W Restaurants menu with prices, last verified in September 2026, for root beer floats, burgers, and coney dogs. A&W is the first franchised restaurant chain in America, starting in 1919 as a roadside root beer stand and growing into a nationwide comfort food brand known for its frosted mugs and Papa Burger.
This guide covers the full A&W menu, from burgers and hot dogs to sides, shakes, and root beer floats, along with current prices, so you know what to order before you go.
A&W Restaurants Menu With Prices
Featured Items
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Polar Swirl | $2.86+ |
| Float | $2.98+ |
| Cheese Curds | $4.82 |
| Bacon Cheeseburger Combo | $10.34 |
| Papa Burger® Combo | $10.91 |
Most Ordered
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Cheeseburger | $3.44 |
| Onion Rings | $3.44 |
| Freeze | $3.55+ |
| Shake | $4.82 |
| Cheeseburger Combo | $8.27 |
| Bacon Cheeseburger Combo | $10.34 |
Combos
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Coney Cheese Dog Combo | $8.38 |
| Cheeseburger Combo | $8.27 |
| Bacon Cheeseburger Combo | $10.34 |
| Papa Burger® Combo | $10.91 |
Burgers
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Hamburger | $2.86 |
| Cheeseburger | $3.44 |
| Papa Single | $4.70 |
| Bacon Cheeseburger | $5.51 |
| Papa Burger | $6.08 |
Hot Dogs
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Coney Dog | $1.43 |
| Coney Cheese Dog | $1.75 |
| Hot Dog | $2.40 |
Kids Meals
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Kid’s Corn Dog Nugget Meal | $5.97 |
| Kid’s Hot Dog Meal | $5.97 |
| Kid’s Cheeseburger Meal | $5.97 |
| Kid’s Hamburger Meal | $5.97 |
Sides
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Fries | $2.52 |
| Onion Rings | $3.44 |
| Chili Cheese Fries | $3.67 |
| Cheese Curds | $4.82 |
Sweets and Treats
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Vanilla Cup | $1.14 |
| Polar Swirl | $2.86+ |
| Sundae | $2.86 |
| Real Fruit Sundaes | $2.74 |
| Real Fruit Shakes (20 oz.) | $4.61 |
| Shake | $4.82 |
Beverages
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| 20 oz. Regular Beverage | $2.52 |
| 32 oz. Large Beverage | $3.09 |
| Gallon | $6.89 |
Disclaimer: Menu items and prices on this website are for reference only and may not reflect current offerings. Please check with the restaurant for the latest updates.
Best Value Picks on the Menu
If you’re watching your budget, here’s where A&W gives you the most for your money:
Hamburger ($2.86). The cheapest burger on the menu, still built on the same recipe as the larger Papa Burger.
Vanilla Cup ($1.14). The cheapest dessert if you want a small scoop of soft serve.
Coney Dog ($1.43). A filling snack that costs less than any other item on the Hot Dogs list.
Cheeseburger Combo ($8.27). A full combo priced below both the Bacon Cheeseburger and Papa Burger combos.
How A&W Compares
A&W’s burgers are priced close to other value-focused fast-food chains like Wendy’s or Burger King, but the root beer float is what sets it apart: made with fresh in-house root beer and vanilla soft serve, it’s not something you’ll find at most competing burger chains.
About A&W Restaurants
A&W traces back to June 20, 1919, when Roy W. Allen opened a roadside root beer stand in Lodi, California, timed around a homecoming parade for World War I veterans. In 1920, Allen partnered with his employee Frank Wright, and the two combined their initials to name the brand A&W. Allen bought out Wright in 1924 and built A&W into what’s considered the first franchised restaurant chain in the US.
By the 1950s, A&W had grown to more than 450 locations, helped along by the rise of car culture and the 1963 launch of its “Burger Family” lineup. Ownership changed hands several times over the following decades, including stints under United Brands and Yum! Brands, where it was often paired with Long John Silver’s. In 2011, a group of franchisees called A Great American Brand LLC bought the company, aiming to bring it back to its roots. A&W now operates hundreds of locations worldwide as it heads into 2026.
Why A&W Is Famous
Fresh in-house root beer. Made daily using cane sugar and a proprietary blend of ingredients, served in the brand’s signature frosted glass mugs.
The Burger Family. Papa Burger, Mama Burger, and Teen Burger make up A&W’s core burger lineup, each sized differently for different appetites.
Wisconsin white cheddar cheese curds. A fan-favorite side that’s become one of the menu’s most requested items.
Rooty the Great Root Bear. The brand’s mascot has been part of A&W’s nostalgic, drive-in-era branding for decades.
FAQs
The Root Beer Float, made with vanilla soft serve and A&W’s signature root beer, served in the brand’s classic frosted glass mug.
Many locations offer a Beyond Meat® burger as a plant-based option, along with classic sides like fries and onion rings.
The frosted mugs are typically for dine-in use only, though many locations sell branded merchandise or bottled root beer to take home.
Yes, the A&W app often features Family Meal bundles and digital coupons, including combo deals sized for group dining.
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Official Links
- A&W Restaurants Official Website
- Find a Location
- Franchise Information
- Order Online
- Corporate Office: 1648 McGrathiana Parkway, Suite 380, Lexington, KY 40511
- Phone: +1 (859) 219-0019
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Have you visited A&W Restaurants recently? Prices and menu items can vary by location, so let us know in the comments if you spotted something different, and we’ll update this page.
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