Opening hours
Opening hours not available
We don’t have confirmed opening hours for Charlie's Drive-In yet. Call (618) 254-6416 to check before you go.
Typical hours for fast food restaurants in Wood River
Most fast food restaurants in Wood River open around 8:00 AM and close around 10:30 PM on weekdays; 80% are open on Sundays and 60% stay open until 10 PM or later.
Based on 5 similar places in our guide.
Location & directions
762 North Wood River AvenueWood River, IL 62095
About Charlie's Drive-In
Charlie's Drive-In is a fast food restaurant you'll find at 762 North Wood River Avenue in Wood River, Illinois. Our Wood River guide covers 27 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Available service options are drive-through.
For questions or orders, call (618) 254-6416.
Quick facts
- Category
- Fast Food Restaurant
- Address
- 762 North Wood River Avenue, Wood River, IL 62095
- Phone
- (618) 254-6416
- Listing updated
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Popular times (typical for fast food restaurants)
Fast food restaurants are usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 9 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns and the usual opening hours of fast food restaurants in Wood River.
Typical prices for fast food restaurants in Illinois
Based on 27 menus with 1,412 priced items from fast food restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.68, and half of all items are priced between $4.19 and $13.12.
We don’t have Charlie's Drive-In’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what fast food restaurants in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hamburger | 63% | $6.99 |
| Cheeseburger | 56% | $7.50 |
| Hot Dog | 52% | $4.62 |
| Cheese Fries | 52% | $5.95 |
| Onion Rings | 52% | $5.76 |
| Chicken Tenders | 48% | $10.99 |
| Italian Sausage | 48% | $5.39 |
| Fries | 44% | $3.35 |
Calculated from 27 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Drive-through
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Charlie's Drive-In there are 8 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 11 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (5), Pizza (2), Bakeries & Desserts (1), and Burgers & Fast Food (1).
Competition is light: 1 other fast food restaurant is within a mile and 9 within three miles. The closest is Jack in the Box, 0.2 mi away.
1 place within a mile stays open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bakeries & DessertsWood River Donuts N More0.3 mi
- Bars & PubsRefinery Bar and Grill0.3 mi
- PizzaLittle Caesars0.4 mi
- AmericanFiona's Family Restaurant0.7 mi
- SteakhousesMagnums Bar And Grill1.0 mi
What to expect at a fast food restaurant
Burger joints and fast-food restaurants are built for speed: order at a counter, kiosk, app or drive-through and expect your food in minutes. The category ranges from national chains with identical menus everywhere to independent burger stands, regional favorites with cult followings and modern “better burger” shops that grind their own beef.
What to order
- Classic cheeseburger – the signature item almost everywhere
- Fries or onion rings – ask for them fresh if the line is short
- Chicken sandwich – a fierce battleground between chains in recent years
- Milkshake – hand-spun shakes are a hallmark of independent burger stands
Good to know
- Ordering ahead in the brand’s app usually skips the line and unlocks app-only deals.
- The lunch rush peaks around noon to 1 PM; mid-afternoon is the quickest time to visit.
- Drive-through hours can differ from lobby hours – the lobby often closes earlier at night.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Charlie's Drive-In located?
Charlie's Drive-In is located at 762 North Wood River Avenue, Wood River, IL 62095.
What is the phone number of Charlie's Drive-In?
You can call Charlie's Drive-In at (618) 254-6416.
Does Charlie's Drive-In offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Charlie's Drive-In. Listed service options: drive-through.
What else is near Charlie's Drive-In?
There are 11 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Charlie's Drive-In. Nearby options include Wood River Donuts N More (0.3 mi), Refinery Bar and Grill (0.3 mi), and Little Caesars (0.4 mi).
Are there other fast food restaurants near Charlie's Drive-In?
1 other fast food restaurant within a mile. The closest is Jack in the Box, 0.2 mi away.
How much do fast food restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 27 menus with 1,412 priced items from fast food restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.68, and half of all items are priced between $4.19 and $13.12.
Nearby places
All in Wood River
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