The Ariston Cafe'
Route 66
Hall of Fame Member
Old Route 66 South
217-324-2023
The Ariston Cafe' was founded by Pete Adam, a Greek immigrant, in Carlinville, Illinois in 1924. In 1929 the cafe was relocated to Litchfield, and moved to its present location on Route 66 in 1935. We believe The Ariston Cafe' to be the oldest restaurant on Route 66. Besides its rich history, the Ariston serves delicious entrees and desserts and offers a Sunday brunch.
Lake Lou Yaeger
This 1200+ acre lake offers many recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike. For more information, click here.
Litchfield Public Library
The Litchfield Public Library is located in the center of downtown. Housed in a historic 1904 Carnegie building, the Library is home to over 33,000 books, videos, periodicals, and one special animal, Stacks the Library Cat. The library features an extensive genealogy and local history collection, as well as research and recreational reading materials. Public access computers are available, along with many programs and other services. Check out the Litchfield Library during your visit to our city!
Shoal Creek Conservation Area
Walk the trails at this nature lover's paradise of state-wide significance consisting of 266 acres of park like woodlands, prairie barrens, deep ravines, ridges and cliffs. Dedicated in 1990, the local Rotary Club and the Shoal Creek Volunteers help in maintaining and preserving this area by monitoring plants, animals, birds and butterflies. Located across the dam at Lake Lou Yaeger, the area offers two self-guided tours.
Skate Zone Entertainment
311 West St. John Street
217-324-0688
Skate Zone is the place for great family fun and a child-safe environment for the kids to spend an evening. They offer skating, a snack bar, and a gaming area where tickets can be redeemed for cool prizes. Christian Skate Night is scheduled the 2nd Monday of every month (except July and August). Skate Zone is also an ideal location for your child’s next birthday party. Generally open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, please call ahead for hours of operation. Come have some fun at Skate Zone.
Sky View Drive In -- Route 66 Hall of Fame Member
Old Route 66 North - 217-324-4451
The Sky View Drive-In, an original Route 66 theater and the only continuously operating drive-in on Illinois Route 66, recently celebrated its 60th Anniversary. For only $2 per person, you can see newly released movies under the stars. The drive-in has an affordable snack bar filled with treats for all ages. Open on the weekends from April through October, it's also a great place for special events and is home to many vintage motor car tours.
Westside Cinema
1305 W Hudson Drive
Movieline - 217-324-3113
Office - 217-324-2050
The lobby of the Westside Cinema is home to a large collection of Coca Cola and other soda memorabilia, featuring over 60 vintage bottle machines, signs, posters, lights and more. Enjoy a tub of fresh buttered popcorn while watching a first-run movie in one of the four comfortable theatres.
Wooden Nickel Winery & Saloon
3225 Honey Bend Avenue
217-324-4446
www.woodennickelwinery.com
Wooden Nickel Winery & Saloon, a charming throwback to the wild west. Swagger in and enjoy old country charm and rustic elegance while sampling our delicious selection of regional wine and beer. Live music of all your favorite bands play throughout the season, and the bistro features hearty snacks to please any choosey palette. In our game room challenge your friends to an old-fashioned game of darts or classic pinball. We have many banquet options for private groups, including a birds eye view from the "Hay Loft Party Room" or relax in an old west saloon by reserving the "Vintage Game Room."
Catering is available.
Wooden Nickel offers a wide range of Crown Valley wine and beer. We have a delightful gift shop to meet the needs of your favorite cowboy or cowgirl. Stop on by and check what's brewing at the Wooden Nickel Winery & Saloon.
We look forward to seeing you in Litchfield soon! first-firstfffff
