A&W Restaurants

Pioneers in the Industry

Established in 1919, A&W has been a pioneer in the fast-food industry. It all started when Roy W. Allen opened a roadside root beer stand in Lodi, CA. From there, Allen partnered with Frank Wright, and together they coined the name A&W, which has become synonymous with root beer ever since. Then, in 1926 A&W began franchising with a system that has expanded internationally. After a whole century, A&W® Root Beer remains the most popular in its category among consumers.

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Made Fresh Root Beer Magic

Rooty studies the secret caffeine-free recipe from 1919.

Rooty rounds up the best ingredients like real cane sugar.

illustration showing how Rooty stirs & stirs & stirs & <em>STIRS</em>.

Rooty stirs & stirs & stirs & STIRS.

Rooty adds juuuust the right amount of fizz.

Rooty fills a big frosty glass mug to the tippy-tip-top.

Time for a taste test. PERFECT!

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National Root Beer Float Day

Every August 6th, A&W celebrates National Root Beer Float Day with FREE Root Beer Floats at our U.S. restaurants. All we ask for in return is a suggested donation to our pals at DAV (Disabled American Veterans). A&W has supported our nation’s military service people since our founding in 1919, raising over $1 million for veterans charities.