Cafe Antigua
Cafe Antigua brings Guatemalan flavors to Route 66 with traditional recipes and Central American coffee. The restaurant highlights family heritage through bold spices, fresh ingredients, and authentic dishes.
See MoreRoute 66 Robot by Sawyer Fab at OKC Tower Theatre
Started off my official tour of Route 66 by meeting this guy! This towering steel robot sculpture was created by Sawyer Fab and stands outside the Tower Theatre on Route 66.
See MoreTower Theatre
The historic Town Theatre once served as a neighborhood movie house along Route 66. Today, it stands as a reminder of the road’s golden age of roadside entertainment.
See MoreKitchen No. 324
Kitchen No. 324 is a farm-to-table restaurant and bakery located near downtown Oklahoma City. It focuses on locally sourced ingredients and handcrafted comfort food with a contemporary touch. They have some of the best pancakes I've ever had.
See MoreMilk Bottle Grocery
Built in the shape of a giant milk bottle, this former grocery store is one of Route 66’s most recognizable novelty structures. It represents the era when eye-catching architecture was key to attracting motorists.
See MoreRoute 66 El Reno sign
The El Reno Route 66 sign marks a key stretch of the highway known for classic diners and historic alignment changes. It serves as a symbol of the town’s deep connection to the Mother Road.
See MoreSid's Diner
Sid’s Diner in El Reno is famous for its onion-fried burgers, a local specialty. The diner continues to use traditional methods that made Route 66 roadside food iconic.
See MoreGreen Chile Kitchen
Green Chile Kitchen blends New Mexican flavors with Oklahoma comfort food. Its menu reflects the regional influences that shaped Route 66 cuisine across the Southwest, so I had to stop for dessert and get a slice of apple pie.
See MorePops
Pops 66 is a Route 66 landmark featuring a towering soda bottle sculpture and hundreds of soda varieties. The stop celebrates America’s fascination with road trips, novelty architecture, and classic refreshments. I had a taste test between the Route 66 black cherry and buffalo wing sodas.
See MoreArcadia Round Barn
Ever seen a round barn before? Only Route 66 could supply these attractions. It has some pretty impressive architecture inside. Built in 1898, the Arcadia Round Barn is one of Route 66’s most unique historic structures. It later became a popular stop for travelers drawn to its unusual design.
See MoreThe Mayo Hotel
My stay for night two was at The Mayo Hotel. The Mayo Hotel is a historic luxury hotel that once hosted oilmen, celebrities, and politicians. It remains a Tulsa landmark and a key part of Route 66’s urban legacy.
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Book1925 at the Mayo
Named for the hotel’s opening year, 1925, the Mayo offers upscale dining inspired by regional ingredients. The restaurant blends modern cuisine with the elegance of Route 66’s past.
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