25 Essential Lake St. Louis Institutions

Fast-food chain serving fried chicken, big burgers & made-from-scratch breakfast biscuits.

Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.

Unfussy spot dishing up familiar Chinese eats, including dumplings, crab rangoon & lo mein.

Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

Fast-food chain for Chinese standards, including some health-conscious options.

Grilled sub sandwiches, fries & fresh-squeezed lemonade star at this counter-serve chain.

Fast-food burger chain serving sides such as chili & baked potatoes.

Compact mom-&-pop eatery serving General Tso's chicken & other familiar American Chinese dishes.

Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips.

Burgers, chicken, tacos & breakfast items fill out the menu at this fast-food chain.

Service options: No-contact delivery, Takeout. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.