If you enjoy nostalgia, a root beer float and a 1950s setting, then there’s a humble eatery hiding in Cincinnati, Ohio you need to know about. The Root Beer Stand is an Ohio classic that specializes in an American classic. With a variety of root beer flavors and other American favorites, this family-owned joint belongs on your foodie bucket list.

Every spring and summer season, there’s a Cincinnati, Ohio classic that thrives with long lines, delicious footlongs and famous root beer.

The Root Beer Stand/Facebook Just look for the happy sign. You’ll find it at 11566 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45241.

Closed from the end of September and all through winter, this seasonal eatery is a must-try this summer.

Sunjammerz2/Trip Advisor It specializes in hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, ice cream and (of course) root beer.

With limited indoor seating, this place has all the charm and nostalgia you’d imagine a classic root beer stand would have.

The Root Beer Stand/Facebook This family-owned and operated joint has roots that date back to 1957, so the 50s vibe is alive and well.

On the menu, you’ll find a variety of root beer flavors to choose from.

The Root Beer Stand/Facebook You can order the standard small, medium and large. Or you can order a mug, quart and even a pitcher.

The footlong cheese hotdog is a crowd-pleaser. We definitely recommend ordering one to go with your mug (or pitcher) of root beer.

Porthos7/Trip Advisor Please note: The Root Beer Stand is a cash only establishment.

Outside, you’ll find plenty of seating with a nice area to hang out for awhile.

The Root Beer Stand/Facebook The next time you’re in the Cincinnati area in the spring/summer, you simply have to make a stop at The Root Beer Stand.

The Root Beer Stand is located at 11566 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45241. Have you ever been here before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

The Root Beer Stand/Facebook

Just look for the happy sign. You’ll find it at 11566 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45241.

Sunjammerz2/Trip Advisor

It specializes in hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, ice cream and (of course) root beer.

This family-owned and operated joint has roots that date back to 1957, so the 50s vibe is alive and well.

You can order the standard small, medium and large. Or you can order a mug, quart and even a pitcher.

Porthos7/Trip Advisor

Please note: The Root Beer Stand is a cash only establishment.

The next time you’re in the Cincinnati area in the spring/summer, you simply have to make a stop at The Root Beer Stand.

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