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Starved Rock Day Trip: Start with Breakfast, End with Live Music

September 12, 2026

The Illinois Valley does not slow down, and neither do we. Here is what is on tap at 9th Street Pub, La Salle's neighborhood bar and grill at 253 9th St, La Salle, IL 61301.

Near Starved Rock State Park

The park gate towns fill up fast on summer weekends. La Salle is the local's alternative: 10 miles from Starved Rock, no wait for a table, and a bar that pours until 2am. More in our guide to restaurants near Starved Rock State Park.

Live at the Pub This Week

  • Saturday, September 12: Karaoke with Josiah (20:00-23:00) – Bring a song, we supply the crowd.
  • Sunday, September 13: Tiffany Ann Band (17:00-20:00) – No ticket, just walk in.
  • Thursday, September 17: Open Mic Returns (20:00) – At the pub, everyone welcome.
  • Friday, September 18: Todd Witek (20:00-23:00) – Come early, eat first, stay for the set.

Weekly Food and Drink Specials

  • 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

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.

Does 9th Street Pub have karaoke or DJ nights?

Yes, karaoke nights and open jukebox or DJ nights appear on the calendar most months alongside live bands. The events calendar has the current dates.

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.

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.

What is there to do in La Salle, IL at night?

9th Street Pub is the standing answer: live music on weekends, drink specials every weeknight, pool, gaming and a bar open until 2am at 253 9th St, La Salle, IL 61301.

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.