Great looking facility and friendly people. The food was really disappointing. We ordered the fried walleye dinner. The side salad was dripping wet with water. The fish was unseasoned and very wet and greasy. Both the fried fish and the French fries were bitter as if the oil had turned a bit. Service earned all three stars. Food is subpar even for Central IL standards. read more

This place was fun, but the food was mediocre at best. I had the daily special potato soup and the open-faced meatloaf plate. My husband had the mushroom burger - usually one of his favorites. He said it was pedestrian at best and both the soup and the meatloaf were covered with a ton of flour... EXPLANATION: both had so much flour in the soup and/or gravy that you couldn't taste anything but flour. My mashed potatoes underneath the thick gravy were cold. They do give you a ton of food, but I just didn't eat very much of it because it wasn't that good. It's a very cute place that seems to serve a lot of families - that's what it has going for them the most! read more

Old Route 66 Family Restaurant - Open-Faced meatloaf plate - covered in half an inch of thick bland flour gravy. - American Near Me - Dwight, Illinois

Old Route 66 Family Restaurant is one of those places I never would find without yelp. We made a point of stopping here for lunch on the way from home to vacation. Decor is fun, service friendly, and food very good. My six-year-old grandson especially liked the Mickey-Mouse pancake. Thanks, OR66FR, for a fine meal. read more

Old Route 66 Family Restaurant - Mickey-Mouse Pancake - American Near Me - Dwight, Illinois

A clean well lighted place at just the time and location we needed one. There was nothing extraordinary about the food, but it came hot, came fast, and was just what we needed it to be. And kudos to our server who saw kids (and kinda their parents) on the verge of a meltdown and really stepped in. read more

We stopped here on the way to Michigan. It was Sunday afternoon at 1pm and the place was dead. 3 total tables. The food was quick, service was good and portions were large! We grabbed to go boxes to take home leftovers. We ordered two sandwiches and two kids meals. Both sandwiches were awesome, my husband got the Rueben and I got the chicken, bacon, ranch- Pricey for a quick roadtrip lunch though, we spent $66 without tip read more

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Food was up to par with other diners I've been to. Ambiance- love the decor!!! The hanging full size motorcycle on the ceiling was amazing but I have to admit, I was scared to stand underneath it Service- I would given it a higher rating but unfortunately, our service was very slow. We sat for a while and waited, she never showed up until I asked another server if we can place our order. She never came back to ask if everything was ok after we got our food and definitely didn't come back to ask if we need any refills. People at the restaurant were amazing tho! We had a toddler with us who had a little bit of a tantrum for a few minutes and I didn't see one person give us the look...thank you!!!! read more

Upon driving up, we see the area is clean from garbage and any hazards as unlevel walking area. The outside is decorated beautifully for fall with pumpkins and decor. In the entrance, there is a nice display with a motorcycle hanging above. There is more fall decor for a nice touch. The daily specials are posted for viewing as well. Upon entering the restaurant, there are gas pumps on both sides, and the location is open fully. It's clean and designed well, again with fall decor, making it a very welcoming atmosphere. The tables were clean, as was the floor, not sticky or dirty. The menu has decent size print and is clear for reading. The specials were also displayed inside the door to the left. The food presentation is nice. The portion size is a lot, maybe too much. With the sandwiches you choose two sides. I'll add that the fries tasted different. I'm not sure how to explain. Wasn't very fond. Condiments were displayed nicely and were clean to the touch. Our server Lexi was kind and attentive. She checked on us multiple times and cleared the table of finished plates. It's a great place to take the kids to see the view. Last, I'll add the washroom was nice and very clean. Would certainly recommend. read more

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We were in the area and the locals were correct, this place was great and huge portions

A great place for eats on Route 66. Great food and Route 66 vibe. Super service and atmosphere.

We stopped here by chance after having a less than pleasant non-dining experience near by. We were hungry and treated to an expansive menu full of choices. Quick service and good food. Salvaged our day read more

Review Visit: June 11th, 2016 Old Roads, New Traditions. After running a 5k obstacle course, you tend to develop an appetite. So, what do you do after a muddy run? You fuel up and recharge. That is what my dad and I did at the Old Route 66 Restaurant after each and every Warrior Dash. With a 2.5 hour drive looming ahead of us and our bodies energy levels needing replenished, I kept my eyes peeled for restaurants just outside of Channahon, IL. Old Route piqued both of our interests and we set course for there. Upon pulling up and seeing the whole side of the building painted, I knew we needed to get a picture in front of it. After snapping a quick photo, we headed in for grub. We strolled in with mud caked on random parts of our body. There was an attempt to wash it all off but that is just impossible. The few other customers in the restaurant threw some goofy looks our way but we knew we looked a bit silly. Anyways, the waitress seated us promptly and brought us much needed water. As we sucked down the water, we looked over the menu. With any new place, you have to take a few minutes to adjust to the menu and the tastes of the area. Luckily, the menu had all familiar foods and tons of things that sounded good. My dad ended up settling for a tenderloin with coleslaw. I spied a turkey & bacon club on the menu and instantly knew that is what I needed. With the orders placed, we sat and talked about the mud and obstacle course that is the Warrior Dash. It wasn't long before our food was brought out to us and we dug in. Each bite was a delicacy. I would say that the food here is normally top notch, but after sun/run/mud we just experienced, it made everything taste a level above fantastic. Both my dad and I loved every bite and were sad when our plates were empty. As we finished up and left, we headed over to Ambler's Texaco Gas Station to check out an antique gas station before hitting the road. We don't live anywhere near this restaurant, so we can't really pop in and try it after a normal day. That is okay though, as we have started a tradition of coming here after each Warrior Dash we partake in. It gives us something to look forward to not just the day of but also the time after our run. read more

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The food is good, the service was commendable, and the ambiance was nostalgic. I ate boasted chicken, which took awhile to prepare but was worth the wait. read more

It was similar to Cracker Barrel. My western omelet was big and tasted good. The service was good and fast. The place is laud so if you don't like loud noise be aware. For that I gave it 4 stars. read more

There was good service, but it took a while to get food and it was really really good. The food was delicious and clean. read more

Old Route 66 Family Restaurant - Grilled Cheese - American Near Me - Dwight, Illinois

We have meant Friends here 3 times now. The Food and Service have always been GREAT. We have tried Walleye, a large portion and very fresh. Also the Hot Beef was good. Chicken Breast Sandwich on a Roll, sorry I forgot the name of it, was good. Bacon Cheeseburger and Fries Very Good. I asked for Crisp Bacon and that's exactly what I received. Also the Cream of Spinach and Beef Barley Soups were Great. Very Good Value for your money and time. We will be back. read more

Outstanding! Well-appointed restaurant close to the highway exit. Ample parking. We were seated quickly, and our server, Tay, was very attentive. Expansive, varied menu with appetizers, pastas, entrees and sandwiches. And they have Walleye! Clean and with a "Mother Road" them that is well done, informative and fairly extensive. This was a last minute decision to get dinner before getting into the Chicago area before it got too late. Will visit again (and again). I travel from Missouri to the Chicago area at least monthly, usually getting a quick stop in at the Buc-ee's knock off just down the interstate. I found a new favorite stop. read more

First time diners and the food was very good and gave you so much food for a reasonable price. So much to choose from too! From comfort food to pasta, steaks or even wraps. Delicious and quality food. We had a waitress named Grace who was nice, pleasantly happy and well informed of all meals on menu. She was quick, polite and accurate bringing our meals and those to the tables around us! Loved the Route 66 theme and especially the blues brothers and hanging motorcycle in the entrance! Bathroom was not only beautiful but also clean. We are form Decatur and will not only be back when we come to the area but will recommend it to our friends and others ! read more

What a Great Breakfast Stop. Sophia was an Awesome server. Met the Owner. Great atmosphere, Great Breakfast, Great selection of souvenirs, Great Menu , With Great Positive Energy and Vibe. Thanks Perry & Jaxson read more

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Great small town restaurant. I had delicious grilled chicken, coleslaw, and French fries. My wife had a chicken and bacon sandwich. The Route 66 decor is great.". We highly recommend the Old Route 66 Family Restaurant. read more

Food was delicious and the price is great! The servers were so polite! Great experience!

Enjoyed a good family resturant. The service was excellent. The food was good. We are planning to go back. read more

Happened to find this place while driving home to Chicago. The food was amazing. Modern amenities but very quaint Route 66 decor. Great service. Will definitely return on my next trip! read more

Food was really good and it came out really fast The waitress was polite and nice And the cost for the food was really affordable read more

Old Route 66 Family Restaurant - Hot Meatloaf - American Near Me - Dwight, Illinois

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So the inside has been remodeled since I was last here several years ago and it has a really interesting new Route 66 decor. I started off with the cream of cauliflower soup which was so thick I could stand my spoon up straight in the middle LOL Very tasty! For lunch I had the grilled chicken livers which were good but did have a slightly burnt taste to them and I did see burnt spots on the bottoms. ( the last time I was here I had the same grilled chicken livers and they were cooked perfect ) My companion had the breaded and fried catfish filet which he said was very good. read more

Old Route 66 Family Restaurant - Cream of cauliflower soup. - American Near Me - Dwight, Illinois

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After a long drive to the airport in Texas and a flight to midway, we were getting really hungry and needed a break and a good meal. As we were driving on I55, we saw the diner listed on one of the roadside signs, so my wife looked it up... We couldn't have been happier with how it turned out! Easy access, plenty of seating, excellent food with hearty portions and great staff with serious attention to detail. My wife had the taco salad and I had the walleye dinner. Seriously yummy! On the way out we met the owner and spoke with her for a few minutes. She cares about her customers and making sure that they are satisfied! I grew up in Northern Illinois and have worked/traveled the U.S., so I am very familiar with Route 66. I ended my law enforcement career in Santa Monica, California so my wife was very surprised to see the image of the Santa Monica Piet over my shoulder as we sat down. Very cool! Highly recommended, take the time to stop, eat and relax. The ambiance, food, and staff are great!! read more

Old Route 66 Family Restaurant - Taco Salad, Walleye Dinner and Broasted Potato Wedges - American Near Me - Dwight, Illinois

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Ambiance 10 Service 10 Food 10 Souvenir shop 10 It's a must visit, even if you don't want to eat. read more

Heading back home after traveling Route 66 to Chicago. I was looking for a place to feed the family, and both needs were met, Route 66 restaurant with a Route 66 site outside of the restaurant. The restaurant is located off the major highway, so you can miss it. There is enough parking, and the parking lines won't affect large SUVs. The moment you enter, you step into a time machine that screams Americana. It is wall to wall artifacts that take you back decade. Our server brought the menus and drinks in a timely manner. We all ordered traditional breakfast or burgers for the boys. We used the bathrooms, which were found as you enter to the left, and they were very clean. Our server did an effective job and would have liked her to check in on us more, especially for water refills after all those miles on the road. The food was average no true home cooking taste, but what the flavor lacked in, the mesmerizing environment made up for it. Yes, I would stop again just for the culture aspect, not so much for the food. read more

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Ambiance was unique. Food was great! Service was fine. Have a lot of rte 66 memorabilia...must stop place! read more

The decor is exceptional and lots of memorabilia to look at and trinkets to purchase. The meals are good and servings plentiful. Our waitress wasn't very attentive and only offered coffee and water when the bill was delivered to the table after we had long finished the meal. Perhaps she was having a rough morning as this is not typical of the wait staff. We will be back another day to enjoy the ambiance and another meal. It definitely is worth a stop just to see the decor, and visit the downtown too. 4 stars for food, 5 stars for ambiance, 2.5 stars for service but only for that visit. read more

I always stop here when going out of town, the inside decor is pretty cool and the employees are always nice. We ordered jalapeños poppers for an appetizer and they were good, daughter had the cheeseburger which was pretty good as she says, wife had the ribeye cooked perfectly and I had the catfish which was very good , if your out this way stop in you won't be disappointed read more

Took a drive to this gem last weekend for breakfast. We've been there multiple times in the past for lunch and dinner, but first time for breakfast. I have to say every meal we've had here over the years was wonderful! Service was great,and food great as well! Loved the homage to Route 66! read more

Old Route 66 Family Restaurant - Chicken fried steak and gravy, American fries and eggs... hubs loved it! - American Near Me - Dwight, Illinois

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Absolutely phenomenal! I am on a cross-country road trip and route 66 has been on my bucket list to travel. I stopped here for lunch and everything was absolutely delicious! I was getting some souvenirs and Linda and Maria were most helpful. This is a definite stop that you have to make when you're out this way! read more

Old Route 66 Family Restaurant - Monte Cristo - American Near Me - Dwight, Illinois

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Great restaurant! I searched Yelp while we were headed to Lincoln, Illinois to but a car. What a find! Cool place- all the Route 66 original decor, hand painted murals outside, excellent service by friendly staff, and amazing good home style cooking. We had delicious lunches. Came with soup- very good, potato salad- so good,we ordered more to take home, and other choices. Good coffee, clean bathrooms. We want to go back already! Prices are good and they even serve beer. A must for travelers. Families too! read more

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