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Food & Drink on Route 66
1. Wild Hare Cafe & Horsefeathers
Elkhart, IL
Eclectic café and boutique on Route 66.
3. Maldaner's Restaurant
Springfield, IL
Historic eatery serving upscale American fare since the 1880s.
4. Route 66 Motorheads Bar, Grill & Museum
Springfield, IL
Restaurant and museum filled with Route 66 and motor memorabilia.
5. Ariston Cafe
Litchfield, IL
One of the oldest Route 66 restaurants, serving American and Mediterranean fare.
6. Belvidere Cafe
Litchfield, IL
Former roadside diner now closed, retaining vintage appeal.
7. Ron's Red Bird Cafe
Girard, IL
Casual small-town diner serving breakfast and lunch.
8. Taylor's Mexican Chili Parlor
Carlinville, IL
Small chili parlor famous for its unique recipe and local roots.
10. Mr Twist Ice Cream
Granite City, IL
Retro ice cream stand popular with locals and travelers alike.
11. Hwy 61 Roadhouse and Kitchen
Webster Groves, MO
Southern-style roadhouse offering BBQ, blues, and regional comfort food.
12. Carl's Drive In
Brentwood, MO
Tiny vintage drive-in known for flat-top burgers, root beer, and a retro vibe.
13. Uncle Vait's Pizza
Lexington, IL
Family-owned pizzeria serving locals and Route 66 travelers.
14. Old Log Cabin Inn
Pontiac, IL
Log cabin–style diner known for rustic charm and hearty meals.
15. Dixie Family Restaurant
McLean, IL
Route 66 diner serving comfort food.
16. The Velveteen Coffee Co. & Events
McLean, IL
Historic Route 66 location in McLean.
17. Sweetwater Bar-B-Que
St Robert, MO
BBQ joint known for smoky meats and friendly roadside service.
18. Tater Patch
Rolla, MO
Comfort food served in a laid-back setting with Route 66 charm.
19. The Elm Street Eatery
Lebanon, MO
Classic diner offering homestyle meals.
20. Dowds Catfish House
Lebanon, MO
Southern-style catfish and seafood restaurant.