A family tradition since 1967
Our Story
Where It Began
Jerry & Evie Miller
Jerry and Evelyn "Evie" Miller moved from Berwyn to Antioch and owned a building at Rollins and Washington. When a fire destroyed it, they saw an opportunity instead of an ending — and chose to join the growing Dog n Suds franchise, founded in the mid-1950s by two teachers in Champaign. In March 1967, the Ingleside Dog n Suds opened its doors.
Second Generation
Roy Miller
A former band and choir director, Roy joined the family business and even opened a second location in Waukegan. In the mid-'80s, Roy and his late wife Sherrill started the Saturday Nite Cruise Nites — classic cars, car hops in poodle skirts, hula hoop contests and live entertainment.
Third Generation
Brad & Ann Miller
Brad made Cruise Nites a signature tradition and mentored countless local teens in their very first jobs. It was here he met Ann, who became the familiar face up front. Brad served as general manager until his sudden passing in 2022 — his legacy lives on in every mug we pour.
Fourth Generation
Bradley & Jeffrey
Bradley grew up serving root beer as soon as he could reach the counter. Today he runs day-to-day operations, while his brother Jeffrey works the backline — and entertains kids as Rover on Saturday nights.
Our 60th Season
Join us all season long as we celebrate 60 years with Visit Lake County, the Chain O'Lakes Chamber of Commerce and the neighbors who made it all possible.
The Miller family tradition continues.