Opening hours
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
| Monday | 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Springfield: 6:39 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (217) 787-1562 to confirm.
Location & directions
1030 Clocktower DriveSpringfield, IL 62704
About A&W
Located at 1030 Clocktower Drive in Springfield, Illinois, A&W is a fast food restaurant. Our Springfield guide covers 396 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
A&W is open 7 days a week, usually 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
You can visit for takeout and drive-through. On the menu: burgers.
For questions or orders, call (217) 787-1562.
Quick facts
- Category
- Fast Food Restaurant · Burger
- Address
- 1030 Clocktower Drive, Springfield, IL 62704
- Phone
- (217) 787-1562
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for fast food restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared A&W’s weekday schedule with 30 other fast food restaurants in Springfield. On a typical weekday it opens at 10:30 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 6:00 AM) and closes at 9:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 11:00 PM).
In total it is open about 75.5 hours a week, 44 hours fewer than the local median of 119. 97% of fast food restaurants in Springfield open on Sundays, and A&W is one of them.
Compared with 30 other fast food restaurants in Springfield that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for fast food restaurants in Illinois
Based on 27 menus with 1,412 priced items from fast food restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.68, and half of all items are priced between $4.19 and $13.12.
We don’t have A&W’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what fast food restaurants in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hamburger | 63% | $6.99 |
| Cheeseburger | 56% | $7.50 |
| Hot Dog | 52% | $4.62 |
| Cheese Fries | 52% | $5.95 |
| Onion Rings | 52% | $5.76 |
| Chicken Tenders | 48% | $10.99 |
| Italian Sausage | 48% | $5.39 |
| Fries | 44% | $3.35 |
Calculated from 27 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Drive-through
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of A&W there are 5 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 13 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Pizza (3), Bars & Pubs (2), American (1), and Mexican & Tex-Mex (1).
Competition is light: 1 other fast food restaurant is within a mile and 16 within three miles. The closest is McDonald's, 0.7 mi away.
7 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- AmericanLime Street Cafe< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexTaco Gringo< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeClock Tower Cafe0.3 mi
- Bars & PubsTrading Post Saloon0.3 mi
- PizzaAntonio's Pizza0.4 mi
What to expect at a fast food restaurant
Burger joints and fast-food restaurants are built for speed: order at a counter, kiosk, app or drive-through and expect your food in minutes. The category ranges from national chains with identical menus everywhere to independent burger stands, regional favorites with cult followings and modern “better burger” shops that grind their own beef.
What to order
- Classic cheeseburger – the signature item almost everywhere
- Fries or onion rings – ask for them fresh if the line is short
- Chicken sandwich – a fierce battleground between chains in recent years
- Milkshake – hand-spun shakes are a hallmark of independent burger stands
Good to know
- Ordering ahead in the brand’s app usually skips the line and unlocks app-only deals.
- The lunch rush peaks around noon to 1 PM; mid-afternoon is the quickest time to visit.
- Drive-through hours can differ from lobby hours – the lobby often closes earlier at night.
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Frequently asked questions
What are A&W's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM. Monday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
Is A&W open on Sunday?
Yes, A&W is open on Sundays: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where is A&W located?
A&W is located at 1030 Clocktower Drive, Springfield, IL 62704.
What is the phone number of A&W?
You can call A&W at (217) 787-1562.
Does A&W offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for A&W, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout and drive-through.
Is A&W open late?
Yes – A&W is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near A&W?
There are 13 other places to eat and drink within a mile of A&W. Nearby options include Lime Street Cafe (< 0.1 mi), Taco Gringo (< 0.1 mi), and Clock Tower Cafe (0.3 mi).
Are there other fast food restaurants near A&W?
1 other fast food restaurant within a mile. The closest is McDonald's, 0.7 mi away.
How much do fast food restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 27 menus with 1,412 priced items from fast food restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.68, and half of all items are priced between $4.19 and $13.12.
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