Hit the Mother Road and cruise the three miles of the original highway that passes through the west side of Litchfield.
Stretching 2,400 miles and crossing through 8 states from Chicago to Santa Monica, Route 66 attracts visitors from around the world. Beginning in 1926, this was the most famous and beloved road for over 50 years. The stretch of Route 66 from Litchfield to Mt. Olive has been added to the National Register of Historic Places. Let your cruise down memory lane begin with a Route 66 adventure through Litchfield and its Route 66 Hall of Fame sites.
The Ariston Cafe'
Route 66
Hall of Fame Member
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. In 1992 The Ariston Cafe' and the Adam family were inducted into the Route 66 Hall of Fame. Since 1966, Pete's son Nick and Nick's wife Demi have continued to offer the traditional service expected of a family owned and operated restaurant. Paul, eldest son of Nick and Demi, joined the family business in 2004.
Sky View Drive In -- Route 66 Hall of Fame Member
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. This Route 66 Hall of Fame inductee attracts hundreds of folks each weekend. Some are wishing to relive the memories of meeting at the drive-in as a teenager while others come to enjoy a double feature with the family. 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. For show times and a listing of what is playing call 217-324-4451.
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