Opening hours
Closed · opens Monday 11:00 AM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Alton: 9:26 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (618) 208-7956 to confirm.
Location & directions
1692 Oakwood AveAlton, IL 62002
About We're Outside
We're Outside is a barbecue restaurant located at 1692 Oakwood Ave in Alton, Illinois. It's part of our guide to 56 restaurants, cafes and bars in Alton.
We're Outside is open 4 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday).
The menu we have on file lists 40 items across 4 sections, including Entrée, Beverages, Sides, and Entrée with Sides. Listed prices range from $1.50 to $30.45, with a typical item around $6.00. Menu highlights include Whole Rack Rib Bones And Bread, Bottled Water, and Mac & Cheese.
Service options include outdoor seating, delivery, takeout, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual and cozy, and it is a good fit for tourists. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include comfort food, quick bite, and small plates.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating. Payment methods accepted: credit cards. Parking: free parking lot, free street parking, and parking. Phone: (618) 208-7956.
Quick facts
- Category
- Barbecue Restaurant
- Address
- 1692 Oakwood Ave, Alton, IL 62002
- Phone
- (618) 208-7956
- Price range
- $10 to $20 per person
- Hours
- Open 4 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday)
- Menu
- 40 items · $1.50–$30.45
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for barbecue restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared We're Outside’s weekday schedule with 70 other barbecue restaurants in Illinois. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 6:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 8:00 PM).
In total it is open about 27 hours a week, 33 hours fewer than the local median of 60. 70% of barbecue restaurants in Illinois open on Sundays; We're Outside does not.
Compared with 70 other barbecue restaurants in Illinois that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for barbecue restaurants in Illinois
Based on 28 menus with 1,865 priced items from barbecue restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $9.99, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $16.00.
At We're Outside the median listed price is $6.00, lower than the typical $9.99 for barbecue restaurants in Illinois.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Baked Beans | 50% | $4.38 |
| Pulled Pork | 36% | $10.00 |
| French Fries | 36% | $4.25 |
| Pulled Pork Sandwich | 36% | $12.45 |
| Onion Rings | 32% | $4.54 |
| Potato Salad | 32% | $3.75 |
| Coleslaw | 29% | $3.75 |
| Green Beans | 25% | $2.75 |
Calculated from 28 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- 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
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of We're Outside there are 10 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 20 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (7), Sandwiches & Delis (3), Mexican & Tex-Mex (2), and American (2).
We're Outside is the only barbecue restaurant within a mile (1 within three miles). The next closest is Chic N Pig, 2.0 mi away.
5 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodWendy's0.2 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisJimmy John's0.2 mi
- AmericanGolden Corral0.3 mi
- SeafoodCaptain D's0.5 mi
- Breakfast & BrunchIHOP0.5 mi
What to expect at a barbecue restaurant
American barbecue means meat cooked low and slow over wood smoke, and every region has its own rules. Central Texas is about beef brisket with a simple salt-and-pepper rub; Kansas City does a bit of everything with a thick sweet sauce; Memphis is known for ribs, wet or dry; and the Carolinas are pork country, with vinegar or mustard sauces.
What to order
- Brisket – ask for “moist” (fatty) or “lean” cuts
- Pork ribs – spare ribs or baby backs
- Pulled pork – often served as a sandwich
- Burnt ends – a Kansas City specialty
Good to know
- Arrive early – popular items often sell out before closing time.
- Ordering by the pound and sharing is usually the best value for groups.
- Many places only open a few days a week; check the hours before driving out.
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Frequently asked questions
What are We're Outside's opening hours?
Open 4 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday). Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is We're Outside open on Sunday?
No, We're Outside is closed on Sundays.
Where is We're Outside located?
We're Outside is located at 1692 Oakwood Ave, Alton, IL 62002.
What is the phone number of We're Outside?
You can call We're Outside at (618) 208-7956.
Does We're Outside offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, We're Outside offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, delivery, takeout, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at We're Outside?
The typical price range at We're Outside is $10 to $20 per person. Menu prices range from $1.50 to $30.45.
Is We're Outside wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking lot, wheelchair accessible restroom, and wheelchair accessible seating.
Is We're Outside good for kids?
Family-friendly details: good for kids.
Is We're Outside open late?
No, We're Outside usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near We're Outside?
There are 20 other places to eat and drink within a mile of We're Outside. Nearby options include Wendy's (0.2 mi), Jimmy John's (0.2 mi), and Golden Corral (0.3 mi).
Are there other barbecue restaurants near We're Outside?
None within a mile. The closest is Chic N Pig, 2.0 mi away.
How much do barbecue restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 28 menus with 1,865 priced items from barbecue restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $9.99, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $16.00.
