Restaurants & Food on Route 66

Cozy café offering breakfast and espresso.

Locally-owned, family-operated Mexican restaurant.

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.

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

BBQ spot with limited hours and themed nights.

Mexican restaurant with homestyle dishes.

Bar and grill located directly on Route 66.

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

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.

Classic American diner serving breakfast and comfort food.

Drive-in serving classic drinks and treats.

Retro diner serving burgers, shakes, and fries.

Historic café made of native rock on Route 66.

Route 66 eatery known for hearty meals and retro decor.

Casual roadside diner on Main Street in Barstow.

Casual eatery serving pizza to travelers in Barstow.

Funky pizzeria known for its quirky name and casual fare.

Iconic Mels Diner sing for photo op

Fried chicken institution and Route 66 staple since 1946.

Local café known for breakfast, lunch and community atmosphere.

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

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.

Retro drive-in featuring Route 66 nostalgia and oversized character statues.

Longtime local pizza spot along the Route.

Outdoor food court with local eats on Route 66.

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

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

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

Historic diner known for breakfast and burgers, now closed.

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

Historic Route 66 burger stand serving classics since 1953

A 1962 National Register landmark in Springfield serving classic steakburgers on the original Route 66 alignment since the Mother Road's golden age.

European-inspired café and bakery in downtown Springfield.

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.

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.

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.

Classic American drive-in.

Mexican restaurant overlooking passing trains.

Classic Route 66 diner serving comfort food.

Marketplace-style venue with food stalls and shops.

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

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

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