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What to order
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Maid-Rite Sandwich
Mentioned repeatedly as the restaurant’s signature item and praised for being tasty, unique, and consistently good. Reviews highlight the seasoned loose meat, soft warm bun, and nostalgic hometown flavor.
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Cheese-Rite
Recommended as a favorite variation of the Maid-Rite sandwich. Reviewers say it was loved for its flavorful meat and overall satisfying taste, with one person specifically preferring it over the original.
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Fries
Frequently praised as hot, great, and even among the best some reviewers have had. They’re also noted as a good gluten-free option.
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Concretes
Recommended as the perfect end to a meal and described as very good ice cream. Multiple reviews mention them positively, especially as a must-have dessert.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake
Called out as a favorite by one reviewer, who specifically singled it out as the best part of the meal.
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Banana Cream Ice Cream
Specifically praised as delicious in one review and highlighted as a must-try dessert item.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 10:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM to 4 PM |
About Maid-Rite
Stalwart dinerlike chain serving signature ground-beef sandwiches, plus salads, sides & shakes.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Drive-through
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- On-site parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Maid-Rite known for in Rolla?
Maid-Rite is best known for its loose meat sandwich, also called the Maid-Rite, along with the Cheese Rite. Reviewers say the crumbled beef is seasoned well, the bun is soft and warm, and the flavor is unique enough to rival a smash burger.
What dishes are most recommended at Maid-Rite?
The most recommended items are the Maid-Rite sandwich, Cheese Rite, burgers, onion rings, fried mushrooms, and the concretes or shakes. Reviewers also call out the fries as especially good, and the chocolate peanut butter shake and banana cream ice cream get specific praise.
What is the atmosphere at Maid-Rite like?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and historic, with several reviewers describing the interior as nostalgic or straight from the 70s. It suits solo diners, groups, and families, and people often mention it feels like a hometown staple or a place tied to family memories.
Is Maid-Rite good value, and what is the price range?
Maid-Rite is in the $10 to $20 range, and some reviewers call it pricey but good. Others mention a $5 special with a burger, fries, drink, and ice cream, which they describe as hard to beat for the amount of food.
What should I know about visiting Maid-Rite at busy times?
Reviewers say Maid-Rite is especially worth stopping for lunch, and it is popular with college students, tourists, and locals passing through Rolla. Several comments mention efficient drive-through service and that the restaurant is a regular stop for people coming back to town.
Is parking available at Maid-Rite?
Yes. Free parking lot, On-site parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Maid-Rite kid-friendly?
Yes, Maid-Rite is good for kids.
