Restaurants on Route 66

Cozy café offering breakfast and espresso.

Mexican restaurant with homestyle dishes.

Bar and grill located directly on Route 66.

Locally-owned, family-operated Mexican restaurant.

Freshly baked bread, deli sandwiches, and a friendly small-town atmosphere.

Woodfire grill and pub serving burgers, sandwiches, and craft beer along Baxter Springs’ main Route 66 corridor.

Family steakhouse with semi-service dining and a private room for up to 40.

Local bar and grill with classic American fare and Route 66 vibes.

Beloved 1920s-era dive bar near Rainbow Bridge, famous for burgers and good vibes.

BBQ spot with limited hours and themed nights.

Authentic Mexican food, snacks and artesian ice cream.

Drive-in serving classic drinks and treats.

Local eatery known for small-town charm and hearty meals.

Legendary mid-century burger joint with a giant yellow KuKu bird.

Dessert and treat shop offering shakes and sweets in downtown area.

Iconic burger spot in downtown Joplin serving classic American favorites along Route 66.

Downtown Joplin Route 66 pub serving pizza, drinks, and live music

Popular downtown Cuba burger stop known for hearty burgers along historic Route 66.

Casual diner-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner just off Route 66 in Cuba.

Local Route 66 bar and grill in downtown Cuba known for casual food and a relaxed local crowd.

Homestyle meals and friendly service in a Route 66-themed diner.

Casual local restaurant in Cuba offering quick meals and everyday comfort food.

Roadside burger spot near the I-44 exit serving smashburgers and quick bites.

Colorful Mexican restaurant serving authentic dishes in a festive setting.

Local cafe and coffee spot serving breakfast, lunch and espresso drinks near Route 66 in Galena.

Classic American drive‑in chain known for burgers, shakes and carhop service in Galena.

Popular Mexican restaurant serving traditional dishes and combo plates in Galena.

Fast‑food and ice cream chain serving burgers, soft serve and frozen treats in Galena.

Classic diner and bakery serving homestyle breakfast and comfort food in Galena.

Rustic BBQ joint known for smoked meats, sweet tea, and Route 66 ambiance.

Funky pizzeria known for its quirky name and casual fare.

Local eatery serving burgers and comfort food.

Route 66 themed bar and grill serving casual food and drinks in historic downtown Galena.

Convenience store and deli offering hot meals, snacks, pizza, and grab-and-go food

Classic Route 66 diner serving comfort food.

Mexican restaurant overlooking passing trains.

Classic American drive-in.

Local family Mexican restaurant.

Route 66 eatery known for hearty meals and retro decor.

Casual eatery serving pizza to travelers in Barstow.

Longtime local pizza spot along the Route.

Birthplace of the Cozy Dog corn dog, a Route 66 icon.

Retro-style diner chain serving burgers, shakes, and breakfast.

European-inspired café and bakery in downtown Springfield.

Retro diner serving burgers, shakes, and fries.

Classic roadside donut shop serving fresh donuts and coffee since 1952.

Rustic steakhouse and tavern-style dining in a historic 1920s Route 66 stop.

Historic diner known for breakfast and burgers, now closed.

Famed frozen custard stand and Route 66 institution since the 1930s.

Classic 1950s-style drive-in with kitschy Route 66 statues.

Fried chicken institution and Route 66 staple since 1946.

24-hour classic diner with hearty meals and Route 66 vibes.

Local hot dog joint serving Chicago-style dogs and casual bites.

Cozy restaurant known for homestyle meals and a local feel.

Classic drive-in burger and hot dog joint operating since the 1950s.

Casual roadside diner on Main Street in Barstow.

A classic Route 66 diner serving breakfast since 1923.

Historic Chicago German-American restaurant operating since 1898.

Outdoor food court with local eats on Route 66.

Marketplace-style venue with food stalls and shops.