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Where to Eat Near Starved Rock State Park (and Hear a Band After)

October 17, 2026

If you are anywhere near Starved Rock country, 9th Street Pub in downtown La Salle is worth the short drive: live acts, honest bar food, and drink prices that still make sense.

Near Starved Rock State Park

9th Street Pub is a favorite stop for Starved Rock State Park visitors: close enough to reach in under 20 minutes, open early enough for a trailhead breakfast, and open late enough that the night does not end when the park does. Read our restaurants near Starved Rock State Park guide for the full pitch.

Live at the Pub This Week

  • Saturday, October 17: Cut Throat (22:00-01:00) – Pull up a stool early, these nights fill the room.
  • Sunday, October 18: Smilin Todd (17:00-20:00) – Pull up a stool early, these nights fill the room.
  • Wednesday, October 21: Sip n Paint with Lainey – At the pub, everyone welcome.
  • Friday, October 23: Open Jukebox – The jukebox is all yours.

Every Week at the Pub

  • Monday: Free Pool + $1.50 Sliders + $1.50 Busch or Busch Light
  • Tuesday: $1.50 P.B.R. + Taco Tuesday: 3 Tacos $3.50
  • Wednesday: $3 White Claw + $1.50 Sliders
  • Thursday: $3 Rail Mixers + 3 Tacos $3.50
  • Friday: Friday Walleye Fish Fry
  • Saturday: Karaoke Night

Specials are dine-in at the pub, 253 9th St, La Salle, IL 61301. See the daily specials menu for everything else in the kitchen.

Plan Your Visit

9th Street Pub, 253 9th St, La Salle, IL 61301 · (815) 223-8960 · Open 8am to 2am, seven days a week · Breakfast from 8am · Kitchen until 8pm Mon-Thu, 9pm Fri-Sun · Bar until 2am · About 10 miles (17 minutes) from Starved Rock State Park · Pool table, video gaming, jukebox · Full food menu · Gaming · Events calendar

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there live music in La Salle, IL this week?

Yes. 9th Street Pub hosts live bands, acoustic acts and DJ nights most weekends. This window alone has 4 live acts on the calendar. Check the events calendar for the current lineup.

Where is 9th Street Pub located?

9th Street Pub is at 253 9th St, La Salle, IL 61301, in downtown La Salle, Illinois, a few minutes off I-80 and I-39 and about 10 miles from Starved Rock State Park. Phone: (815) 223-8960.

What time does 9th Street Pub open?

9th Street Pub opens at 8am seven days a week and the bar runs until 2am. The kitchen serves breakfast from 8am and dinner until 8pm Monday to Thursday and 9pm Friday to Sunday. Address: 253 9th St, La Salle, IL 61301, phone (815) 223-8960.

Where can I hear live bands near Starved Rock State Park?

9th Street Pub in La Salle, about 10 miles from the park, books live music most weekends and is open until 2am, later than anything at the park gate. The events calendar shows every upcoming act.

Is 9th Street Pub open on Sundays?

Yes, 9th Street Pub is open 8am to 2am seven days a week, and Sunday afternoons often feature live acoustic sets from 5 to 8pm.

Does 9th Street Pub have pool tables and gaming?

Yes. There is a pool table (free pool on Mondays) and licensed video gaming machines, alongside the jukebox and TVs.

Everything above is happening at 253 9th St, La Salle, IL 61301, right in downtown La Salle. Call (815) 223-8960 or just walk in, the door is open 8am to 2am.