Cruiser's Drive Thru in Effingham, Illinois lit up at night
Closed · Opens tomorrow at 10am

Effingham's Classic Drive-Thru

Burgers, famous crinkle-cut fries, wings and shakes — served fast at Cruiser's.

Locally loved in Effingham, Illinois.

What's happening at Cruiser's

Half Price Milk Shakes

After 2 PM

Every day after 2 PM, all of our shakes are half price.

After 2pm
Order Online
Half Price Milk Shakes
The Cruiser's Drive Thru building in Effingham, Illinois

Family and locally owned

A Local Favorite in Effingham

Cruiser's Drive Thru is family owned and has been operating under the current ownership since 1995. We are known for our generous portions and friendly, fast service — and for our famous crinkle-cut fries. Not a chain. Just Effingham.

Outdoor patio seating

Grab a Table & Stay Awhile

We may be known for the drive thru, but during the warmer months you can pull in, park and enjoy your meal outside on our patio.

See the Gallery
  • Cruiser's patio with tables, umbrellas and flower planters
  • Cruiser's outdoor patio seating with umbrellas
  • Picnic tables and umbrellas on the Cruiser's patio
  • Cruiser's patio table with umbrella and green lawn

From our customers

What People Say

  • “This was my first time eating here. Absolutely LOVED my food. Will 100% be going back!”
    Jamisen M.
  • “Cheese curds are awesome, shakes are great, pork burger was good. Worth getting off the highway for!”
    Cody F.
  • “Great burgers, good fries, mushrooms, and Bosco sticks. If we ever pass through the area again Cruiser's will be a stop for us!”
    Casey S.
  • “Been going here since I was a kid, and I hope I'll still be going here when I'm old! Tasty food, friendly people, clean!”
    Darrel M.

Find Cruiser's

Swing By or Call Ahead

Hours

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 10am

Sunday
Closed
Monday
10am – 8pm
Tuesday
10am – 8pm
Wednesday
10am – 8pm
Thursday
10am – 8pm
Friday
10am – 8pm
Saturday
10am – 8pm

All times America/Chicago.