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Old Route 66 Family Restaurant

"Located right off 55, Exit 217 in Dwight, IL"

About Us

We're Old Route 66 Family Restaurant, and we've been a premier family American restaurant here in Dwight, Illinois, since 2001. We specialize in comfort food and classic American cuisine, as well as catering services for any event you have planned. Our delicious menu has something everyone will love. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, we serve up some of the finest home-cooked meals this side of Chicago. We're looking forward to growing our business to continue to serve Dwight and the surrounding areas. With dine-in, take-out, and delivery options, we cater to your schedule. We'd like to personally invite you to stop in today for some homemade meatloaf, chicken by the bucket, burgers, rib eye, fish, breaded tenderloin, and more!

Areas Served

Dwight, IL | Braidwood, IL | Streator, IL | Pontiac, IL | Joliet, IL | Wilmington, IL | Kankakee, IL | Peru, IL | Ottawa, IL | Morris, IL | Bloomington, IL | Manteno, IL | Lincoln, IL

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Testimonials

On 8/25/2025 Chris Fanntastic had this to say:
Need to remember to take pictures but this was down home cooking and sticks to your ribs get there when you can!

On 8/20/2025 Jessica Boshears had this to say:
One of my fav places to go for breakfast for dinner. Soup is always good & hot. Good prices for a decent amount of food.

On 8/19/2025 Catherine Pierce had this to say:
The staff was friendly and patience with our group. Food was great

On 8/16/2025 John M. had this to say:
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.

On 8/15/2025 Edward Sihler had this to say:
Good burgers and delightful fried walleye sandwich. Worth the stop. A good value.

Contact Us

Old Route 66 Family Restaurant
105 S Old Rte. 66 Dwight, IL 60420
Phone: (815) 584-2920
Email: route66restaurant@hotmail.com

Conveniently located right off I-55 Exit 217- Next door to NAPA.

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Payment Types Accepted

American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa, Apple Pay, Android Pay, Cash

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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Happy Labor Day from Old Route 66 Family Restaurant!
Let us do the cooking this Labor Day while you relax and enjoy time with family and friends! 🥳
🔥 Our Family Chicken Meal Deals are the perfect way to feed the whole crew—hot, homemade, and packed with flavor!
🍗 Available for Carryout or Delivery ONLY
📞 Call to order today!
📍 Old Route 66 Family Restaurant – where good food brings families together ❤️
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Whether you're craving a hearty breakfast, a classic burger, or a slice of homemade pie, Route 66 Family Restaurant has something for everyone. With friendly service and a cozy, retro vibe, we’re your go-to spot for comfort food done right. Come hungry, leave happy!
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😊 We're thrilled you enjoyed your lunch with us and appreciated our staff, food, and clean restrooms—we take pride in making every stop a great one. Whether you're just passing through or planning a visit, we’d love to welcome you to Route 66 Restaurant. Come hungry, leave happy! 🍔🚗

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