A&W – American
This nostalgic roadside classic invites guests to sink into a booth where the signature aroma of sassafras and vanilla wafts from frosty glass mugs of creamy, house-made root beer. Savory beef burgers layered with melted Swiss and zesty garlic aioli find their perfect match in the golden crunch of hand-breaded chicken and warm, dill-dusted cheese curds. Every meal feels like a celebration of timeless comfort, finished with a decadent, bubbling float that captures the essence of a quintessential American summer.
A&W, Marina Boulevard, Mulford, San Leandro, Alameda County, California, 95477, United States https://awrestaurants.com/locations/california/san-leandro/2187-merced-street/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, south-beach, renal, slow-carb
Diet fit at A&W
Dairy-Free at A&W
A&W has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at A&W
A&W has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Cheese Curds and Dill Pickle Ranch Cheese Curds. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at A&W
A&W has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries and A&W Root Beer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at A&W
A&W has 4 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Cheese Curds and Dill Pickle Ranch Cheese Curds. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at A&W
A&W has 5 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, 100% Beef Burgers and Dill Pickle Ranch Cheese Curds. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at A&W
A&W has 4 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Cheese Curds and Dill Pickle Ranch Cheese Curds. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Plant-Based at A&W
A&W has 1 plant-based-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Anti-Inflammatory at A&W
A&W has 2 anti-inflammatory-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheese Curds and Dill Pickle Ranch Cheese Curds. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at A&W
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Bacon & Swiss Single Burger with Garlic Aioli | 86.2 g | 51.8 g |
| Bacon & Swiss Double Burger with Garlic Aioli | 86.2 g | 46.2 g |
| 100% Beef Burgers | 0 g | 17.3 g |
| Cheese Curds | 86.7 g | 14.7 g |
| Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | 11.7 g | 10.8 g |
| Coney Dogs | 2.4 g | 9.4 g |
| Dill Pickle Ranch Cheese Curds | 40.8 g | 9 g |
| Root Beer Float | 19 g | 4.8 g |
| Fries | 16.5 g | 1.8 g |
| A&W Root Beer | 0 g | 1.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Bacon & Swiss Double Burger with Garlic Aioli: Two juicy beef patties, creamy Swiss cheese, savory grilled onions, crispy hickory-smoked bacon, toasted bun, rich garlic aioli Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon & Swiss Single Burger with Garlic Aioli: Juicy beef patty, creamy Swiss cheese, savory grilled onions, crispy hickory-smoked bacon, toasted bun, rich garlic aioli Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- 100% Beef Burgers: 100% beef patties Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken & Hot Dogs
- Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders: 100% all white meat chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coney Dogs: Hot dog topped with meat sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Dill Pickle Ranch Cheese Curds: Wisconsin White Cheddar Cheese Curds, zesty dill pickle ranch seasoning Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Curds: Wisconsin White Cheddar Cheese Curds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries: Potato fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Root Beer Float: A&W Root Beer made with real cane sugar, vanilla soft serve
- A&W Root Beer: Made fresh in restaurant with real cane sugar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about A&W
- Is A&W dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. A&W has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fries.
- What can I eat at A&W on a dairy-free diet?
- Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does A&W have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fries and A&W Root Beer.
- What is the highest-protein dish at A&W?
- Bacon & Swiss Single Burger with Garlic Aioli, at roughly 51.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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