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    Stewart's Root Beer Drive-In

    4.3 (49 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 7:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    STEWART'S ROOT BEER DRIVE-IN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Chicken Fingers

    I finally went to Stewart's for the first time. I had to try the famous root beer float it was really good. I'm not really a root beer fan but with the ice cream it was good. For food we got the chicken tenders, waffle fries and a cheeseburger with lettuce and tomato and a chili cheese dog. Everything was great, service really good. It felt like an old school place, can bring your car up and eat inside too

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    Claudia B.

    Hanging there die lunch while at ten beach. Bacon cheese Burgers Cheese fries Busy atmosphere bustling with lots of energy, chatter and laughter. Prizes are very reasonable and service is quick. While strolling in the Seven Presidents Court, we enjoyed the energy and beautiful views.

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    Courtney G.

    Love this spot! It's one of the last drive up locations I can find in NJ and that makes me sad. I used to come here all the time when I was little with my dad and it brings back great memories. I was super happy to see so many kids there with their parents and grandparents. I took my boyfriend after raving about it for so long. I got a cheeseburger, he got a veggie burger (which I love that they offered!) and we shared a hotdog and of course we both got root beer! Anytime I come to NJ in the summer I'll be sure to stop by. I hope this spot never closes :)

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    Mark S.

    I will go 4 stars. 2 for bringing back memories of my youth going to a Stewart's with my Dad and older brother. I came here earlier right before closing on a Sunday night. The wife and I split a California burger, cheese fries and if you go to Stewart's you have to have the root beer float. This is cheap comfort food and our order came out pretty quickly. They have tables outside which would be nice on a sunny afternoon and a small counter with approximately 10 to 12 stools inside. Our waitress was very outgoing and friendly even though it was 30 minutes to closing. Would definitely try to come back when going down the shore next Summer.

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    Bring back old memories of root beer floats yummy cheesesteak. I could go on!!!! the cheeseburgers are wonderful as well

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    Great food! Very good hot dogs. I come here all the time while it's open. Especially good during Covid.

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