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Route 66 stops in Kansas
1. Gravy's Place
Laid‑back neighborhood bar offering drinks and casual atmosphere in downtown Galena.
2. Gearhead Curios
Vintage shop and Route 66 tourist stop with art cars and nostalgic finds.
3. Red Ball Bar and Grill
Beloved 1920s-era dive bar near Rainbow Bridge, famous for burgers and good vibes.
4. Don Juan’s Mexican Restaurant
Locally-owned, family-operated Mexican restaurant.
5. Bricks & Brews Woodfire Grill & Pub
Woodfire grill and pub serving burgers, sandwiches, and craft beer along Baxter Springs’ main Route 66 corridor.
6. Vans Steakhouse
Family steakhouse with semi-service dining and a private room for up to 40.
7. Burnt Locomotive
Display of scorched locomotive from the 2011 fire, popular Route 66 photo stop.
8. Boots of Frecs the Miner
The surviving boots of Galena’s famous “Frecs the Miner,” a quirky Route 66 roadside tribute left after the original statue was lost in a 2022 fire.
9. Cars on the Route
Route 66 themed eatery inspired by the Pixar Cars character Tow Tater located in historic Galena.
10. Tow Tater @ Cars on the Route
Rusty tow truck that inspired the Pixar Cars character Mater, located outside Gearhead Curios.
11. Front Street Garage
Historic garage featured in local lore and Route 66 tales.
12. Route 66 Signpost - Main & Front Street
Iconic signpost marking distances to cities and attractions.
13. Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Fast‑food and ice cream chain serving burgers, soft serve and frozen treats in Galena.
14. Lucky Miner Antiques
A Route 66 antique shop in Galena, offering unique finds and hidden gems.
15. Mi Torito Mexican Restaurant
Popular Mexican restaurant serving traditional dishes and combo plates in Galena.
16. The Mollie Retreat on Route 66
Charming Route 66 vacation rental offering travelers a comfortable stay along the historic Mother Road in the heart of Galena.
17. Howard "Pappy" Litch Park
Small community park with benches, shade, and Route 66 charm.
18. Big A: Texaco Giant
A towering 21-foot fiberglass Texaco attendant known as “Big A,” standing watch over Main Street as one of Galena’s most recognizable roadside figures
19. Casey's General Store – Galena
Convenience store and gas station serving travelers along Route 66 in Galena.
20. Greetings from Galena & Mural Park
Collection of murals celebrating Galena's mining history and Route 66.
21. Route 66 Mural – Downtown Galena
Route 66 themed mural located in downtown Galena popular for traveler photos.
22. Bonnie and Clyde's Shotgun
A historic shotgun tied to the Bonnie and Clyde era, displayed inside Liberty Pawn as a relic from one of America’s most infamous outlaw stories.
23. Kicks Bar and Grill
Route 66 themed bar and grill serving casual food and drinks in historic downtown Galena.
24. Galena Mining & Historical Museum
Museum highlighting Galena’s mining past with exhibits on local and Route 66 history.
25. Sweet Creek Diner & Bakery
Classic diner and bakery serving homestyle breakfast and comfort food in Galena.
26. Sonic Drive-In
Classic American drive‑in chain known for burgers, shakes and carhop service in Galena.
27. Red Onion Cafe/Espressoria - Galena
Local cafe and coffee spot serving breakfast, lunch and espresso drinks near Route 66 in Galena.
28. Schermerhorn Park & Cave
Natural area with hiking trails, a historic cave, and a local nature center.
29. Brush Creek Bridge
Historic 1923 rainbow arch bridge.
30. Punkins Place
Local eatery serving burgers and comfort food.
31. Baxter Springs Heritage Museum
Historical museum covering the Civil War, Route 66, and Baxter’s boomtown era.
32. Baxter Springs Visitors Center
Welcome center with exhibits and brochures on Route 66 attractions.
33. Galena City Jail
Former Wild West-era jail with preserved facade.
34. Nelson's Old Riverton Store
Family-owned general store operating since 1925 along Route 66.
35. Riverton Route 66 Historic District Marker
Historic marker identifying the Riverton stretch of Route 66 and its historical significance.
36. Williams Store / Hardware
Historic local store near the Riverton Route 66 corridor serving travelers and residents.
37. Eisler Brothers Old Riverton Store Signage
Historic Eisler Brothers signage marking the iconic Route 66 store.
38. Eisler Brothers Route 66 Shield Sign
Route 66 shield sign outside the historic Eisler Brothers Old Riverton Store that travelers frequently photograph.
39. Riverton Convenience Store
Local convenience store and fuel stop along the Kansas stretch of Route 66.
40. Old Route 66 Alignment – Rainbow Bridge Loop
Original curved alignment of Route 66 that leads travelers to the Rainbow Bridge and preserves part of the early highway route.
41. Old Route 66 Alignment – Riverton Segment
Historic alignment of Route 66 passing through Riverton.
42. Riverton Route 66 Welcome Sign
Roadside welcome sign marking Riverton on historic Route 66.
43. Route 66 Sign - KS
Classic Route 66 sign marking the Kansas stretch.
44. Riverton City Park (Route 66 Stop Area)
Small park area accessible from Route 66 offering rest and photo opportunities.
45. Eisler Brothers Ghost Sign
Faded painted advertisement on the exterior of the historic Eisler Brothers Store building, a recognizable Route 66 visual landmark in Riverton.
46. Steel Route 66 Shield Sculpture
Large steel Route 66 shield sculpture located at the roundabout where Kansas Route 66 meets US‑400, serving as a modern landmark for travelers.
47. The Shack
Local neighborhood bar located along Alternate 69 near the Baxter Springs area.
48. Williams Store Building (Historic Structure)
Historic commercial structure along the original Route 66 corridor.
49. Ft. Blair Historic Site
Historic site marking the location of Fort Blair, a Union outpost during the Civil War and the site of the 1863 Battle of Baxter Springs.
50. Route 66 Sunflower Sign
Bright roadside Route 66 photo stop featuring giant sunflower artwork and a swinging Route 66 shield
51. Old Frisco Depot Site
Historic railroad depot site tied to early travel and Route 66 era transportation.
52. Simple Simon's Pizza
Local branch of the regional pizza chain serving pies, sandwiches and takeout near downtown Baxter Springs.
53. Phillips 66 Station
Fuel station located along the historic Route 66 corridor in Baxter Springs.
54. Crowell Bank Building
Historic downtown bank building within the Route 66 corridor.
55. Lion Rojo
Mexican restaurant serving traditional favorites along the main Route 66 stretch in Baxter Springs.
56. Route 66 Soda Fountain
Vintage-style soda fountain and Route 66 heritage stop featuring memorabilia, exhibits, and classic Americana celebrating the Mother Road.
57. Baxter Springs History Mural
Large sculpted bas-relief mural on the side of the American Bank building illustrating the history of Baxter Springs, from frontier days and mining to the arrival of Route 66.
58. Weston's Cafe
Friendly local cafe serving breakfast and classic diner fare along historic Route 66.
59. Baxter Springs Motel
Small roadside motel offering simple overnight stays for Route 66 travelers.
60. Sonic Drive‑In
Classic American drive‑in chain known for burgers, shakes and carhop service along Route 66.