Restaurants & Food on Route 66

Cozy restaurant known for homestyle meals and a local feel.

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.

A family-friendly Route 66 smokehouse serving hearty American favorites

Longtime local pizza spot along the Route.

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.

A classic Route 66 diner serving breakfast since 1923.

Fried chicken institution and Route 66 staple since 1946.

Local café known for breakfast, lunch and community atmosphere.

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

Historic Chicago German-American restaurant operating since 1898.

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

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

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

Popular local Mexican spot known for quick service and authentic tacos.

Downtown pizza spot with consistent ratings and dine-in option.

Highly rated pizza spot with fast service and strong local following.

Local bar and grill offering American comfort food and casual dining.

Quirky eatery with themed décor and merchandise.

Local coffee shop with drive-up service.

Pizza by the slice and quick meals.

Sandwiches and subs.

Local branch of the regional pizza chain serving pies, sandwiches and takeout near downtown Baxter Springs.

Mexican restaurant serving traditional favorites along the main Route 66 stretch in Baxter Springs.

Vintage-style soda fountain and Route 66 heritage stop featuring memorabilia, exhibits, and classic Americana celebrating the Mother Road.

Friendly local cafe serving breakfast and classic diner fare along historic Route 66.

Classic American drive‑in chain known for burgers, shakes and carhop service along Route 66.

Casual Mexican restaurant offering traditional favorites and combo plates along Military Avenue near Route 66.

Classic burger and shake stop with ties to Mickey Mantle history.

Casino-adjacent restaurant with steady traffic and full-service dining.

Local Mexican restaurant with strong reviews and loyal customer base.

Classic American diner serving breakfast and comfort food.

Retro burger and shake stop.

Drive-thru chain coffee shop.

Ice cream, burgers, and grocery items.

Pizza, calzones, and sandwiches.

Local pizzeria with classic options.

Local bakery and sweets shop.

Burgers and breakfast on Route 66.

Coffee shop inside the old Lyric Theatre.

Old-fashioned 1935 Dr Pepper soda fountain.

Brunch café located inside historic Hotel Vinita.

Chain pizza restaurant.

Fast casual Mexican tacos and bowls.

Classic mom-and-pop diner loved by locals.

Casual eatery serving burgers and comfort food.

Local diner serving comfort food in a classic Route 66 setting.

Former BBQ stop on Route 66, now permanently closed.

Famous cafe at the midpoint of Route 66, known for pies and nostalgia.

Derelict diner with nostalgic signage along an abandoned town strip.

Longstanding Route 66 diner with a gift shop.

Old Route 66 cafe, now closed and decaying.

Local coffee shop and eatery in downtown Tucumcari.

Colorful Route 66 Mexican restaurant known for its sombrero roof.

Classic diner and lounge offering southwestern cuisine.

Abandoned retro-style Route 66 diner.

BBQ joint serving smoked meats and sides.