Restaurants & Food on Route 66

Cozy café offering breakfast and espresso.

On iconic Route 66, The Frozen Elephant provides soft and fluffy shaved ice to those looking for a quick and cheap dessert.

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

Locally-owned, family-operated Mexican restaurant.

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.

BBQ spot with limited hours and themed nights.

Mexican restaurant with homestyle dishes.

Bar and grill located directly on Route 66.

Authentic Mexican food, snacks, desserts, and artisan ice cream.

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

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

Drive-in serving classic drinks and treats.

Classic American diner serving breakfast and comfort food.

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

A locally owned Route 66 cafe serving homestyle favorites, daily specials and desserts in a nostalgic roadside setting.

Classic American drive-in.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Local eatery serving burgers and comfort food.

A spacious Mexican restaurant along historic Route 66 in Miami serving a broad selection of Mexican and Tex-Mex favorites.

A locally rooted cafe along historic Route 66 in Miami offering a casual, classic neighborhood dining stop for travelers and locals.

A relaxed Italian restaurant along Route 66 serving pasta, pizza and other Italian favorites, with indoor and covered outdoor dining.

A casual Mexican restaurant along Miami’s Route 66 corridor serving traditional Mexican and Tex-Mex favorites in a family-friendly setting.

An all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet along historic Route 66 in Miami offering a wide variety of Chinese favorites and other selections.

Large steakhouse offering casual dining and family-friendly menu.

Mexican restaurant overlooking passing trains.

Classic Route 66 diner serving comfort food.

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

Local family Mexican restaurant.

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

Marketplace-style venue with food stalls and shops.

Classic Route 66 steakhouse with Western vibes.

Historic café made of native rock on Route 66.

Retro diner serving burgers, shakes, and fries.

Route 66 eatery known for hearty meals and retro decor.

Casual eatery serving pizza to travelers in Barstow.

Casual roadside diner on Main Street in Barstow.

Funky pizzeria known for its quirky name and casual fare.

Iconic Mels Diner sing for photo op

Casual restaurant serving a wide-ranging menu that includes Mexican dishes, plus live entertainment.

Retro deli and ice cream shop packed with vintage Americana inside Carthage's historic 1884 bank building.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Colorful Mexican restaurant serving authentic dishes in a festive setting.

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

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

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

Historic Route 66 burger stand serving classics since 1953

Outdoor food court with local eats on Route 66.

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

A one-of-a-kind Route 66 stop for great food, classic cars, and live entertainment.