Mason's Root Beer Drive In, located at 1201 E National Hwy in Washington, IN, offers a delightful throwback experience to classic carhop dining. This nostalgic drive-in restaurant is well-loved for its made-to-order burgers, fries, and, of course, its signature homemade root beer. Customers rave about the swift and friendly service, which creates a welcoming atmosphere perfect for families and first-time visitors alike. The menu features a variety of affordable options, with favorites including the cheeseburger for just $1.99 and the enticing root beer float that standout reviewers have claimed as the best they've ever tasted. Beyond great food, patrons appreciate the charm of the pull-up style service, which transports diners back to simpler times in American culinary history. Families can dine in without breaking the bank; a meal for four, complete with root beer floats, is consistently priced under $50. With cheerful staff and efficient service, Mason's invites you not just to eat, but to create lasting memories. It’s a must-visit for anyone looking for good food and a unique dining experience wrapped in the warmth of community conversation and nostalgia. Don’t miss out on this hidden gem that beautifully encapsulates the spirit of an American drive-in.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great dessert
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
No toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Historic
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
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Reviews For Mason's Root Beer Drive In
jim payte
May 26,2025
Great little drive-in carhop style... Great food great prices... Made to order fresh and fast
Savage Nation
May 18,2025
Mason's is an old fashioned, pull up style restaurant specializing in grab and go food, ice cream and home made root beer. Upon pulling into the facility you will be greeted by a server at your car who is there to answer any questions you may have or take your order. First timers will want to take a moment to explore the many options this place has to offer. This restaurant is a very neat experience, especially for children, who did not get to witness this style of business. It's a great way to share stories of the history of American culture when it was at its basic beginnings in the restaurant culture. The food itself is priced very reasonably considering the inflation of products. It's also actually cheaper than most fast food places around which is spectacular when you consider this food is most likely not filled with a lot of additives and fillers. Feeding a family of 4 and grabbing a few extra things for supper (remember the pricing) was just under 50 dollars and that included the splurging of some root beer floats and a half gallon of root beer to take home for later consumption. All in all, this place is not only wonderful for food but it is a great family trip into the past that will fill the car with conversation of stories of yesterday. It is certainly a unique experience that you should not shy away from.
The Wandering Unicorn
May 5,2025
Best Root Beer float I've ever tasted!!! Staff is so cheerful and helpful. A MUST stop!
javan mckinney
May 4,2025
It's the 1st time my husband and I have tried them. The waitresses are very friendly. Service was quite quick, but they weren't as packed as we usually see them. Overall, I highly recommend stopping in for a bite. I definitely will again.
sean hart
Apr 24,2025
One of the last remaining car hops. Excellent service, Great Food and selections Recommend Town Topper, footling coney
Kevin Williams
Apr 19,2025
Really good food at a very inexpensive price! I had the sky scraper, fries, and a root beer! Also had a cookie dough spin. Food came out quick and the server girl was super friendly. Everything was great! I’m very happy to be able to support a nice little local spot like this instead of one of the chain places.
Napoleon Bear'naparte
Mar 12,2025
I was born down the road from Mason's and went there on a weekly basis for the first 10 years of my life. I had to be in Washington last week for the first time in 26 years and I had to choose between The White Steamer or Mason's. Mason's won the toss this go around and it was an absolute delight. Mason's is proof that if you find something that works and just leave it be, it can keep working forever. No tinkering needed.
Reviews For Mason's Root Beer Drive In