Route 66 Café at the Market may have been another stop for our Oklahoma Route 66 Passport, but this…read moreis the kind of place I would seek out even without a stamp involved! After several stops along the Mother Road, my wife and I were hungry--but we still had a long drive home. We decided to split lunch and debated between the chicken-fried steak dinner and the chicken-fried steak sandwich. Either way, chicken-fried steak was going to happen! The sandwich won, and it was an excellent choice. As a self-appointed chicken-fried steak connoisseur who has sampled them across Oklahoma, I can confidently say this one ranks near the top. The steak was tender, the breading was perfectly crisp, and they added just the right amount of mayo. Nothing fancy--just a really well-made and delicious sandwich. We also ordered fried okra, which arrived before the sandwich. It was piping hot, crispy, and cooked exactly the way fried okra should be. We happily munched on it while waiting for the main event. Natasha provided friendly, attentive service and brought us an extra plate so we could easily divide the sandwich and fries. Those small touches make a difference. The Route 66 décor and classic diner atmosphere added plenty of character. It felt like the perfect place for our final road-trip meal before heading home. Clinton is a little over an hour and a half from our house, and I would gladly make the drive again--especially since breakfast is my thing and that menu still needs to be explored! Passport or not, Route 66 Café at the Market is worth seeking out. Order the chicken-fried steak sandwich, don't skip the fried okra, and make sure you bring your appetite!

I made a quick detour off I-40 at Exit 66 to visit the iconic Cafe 66, just five minutes from the…read morehighway and impossible to miss. From the outside, the branding leans heavily into the Route 66 identity--logos are everywhere, setting the expectation for a nostalgic roadside dining experience. Stepping inside, however, the atmosphere takes a different direction. Rather than embracing classic Americana, the décor feels modern, highlighted by whimsical cow artwork adorned with flower crowns. It's charming in its own way, but not the vintage Route 66 ambiance I was expecting. One thing that deserves high praise is the cleanliness. The café is immaculate, from the dining room to the overall presentation, reflecting a team that clearly takes pride in maintaining the restaurant. The food, unfortunately, was less memorable. The oatmeal was overly thick and dry, lacking the creamy comfort you'd expect. Buttered toast carried an off flavor, suggesting the griddle or butter station could use a refresh. The signature pancake, dusted with a powdered sugar "66" logo, was visually appealing and easily the meal's most Instagram-worthy item, but it too was disappointingly dense. Where Cafe 66 truly shines is its service. Every staff member I encountered was warm, welcoming, and eager to help first-time visitors feel at home. Their hospitality left the strongest impression of the visit. In my opinion, Cafe 66 seems to be transitioning away from being a destination built on Route 66 nostalgia and toward becoming a dependable neighborhood café for the Clinton community. There's nothing wrong with that--in fact, it's probably the more sustainable business model. But travelers seeking an authentic trip back in time may leave feeling that the iconic branding promises more nostalgia than the dining experience ultimately delivers.

With a beer from the attached Long-Bell Brewing, I had dinner this evening at Strayhouse and it was…read morelovely. Sitting in the corner with my laptop next to a power outlet, a beer turned into a second beer and then dinner. Wifi worked well and two hours later, I was ready to head out to get parked for the night. Dinner was chili and jalapeno cornbread. It went especially well with the "Tres Banditos" Mexican lager. There is a definite "local" vibe here. Friendly service, comfortable space, a pleasant and quiet evening. [Review 21035 overall - 145 in Oklahoma - 2020 of 2023.]

This cute coffee/ sandwich shop/ dessert place / hang out spot / event spot was a neat experience…read more As I walked in I was greeted with smiles & I asked for suggestions & the barista was very helpful. . The way this place is decorated is very cool. The iced coffee I had was so good if you like cinnamon it was the iced Spanish latte so yummy!! I also had the avo croissant breakfast sandwich & it was perfection. Definitely will be trying more of this place when passing through Clinton Oklahoma!

Great little small town restaurant. Food taste amazing…read more And the staff is super friendly Gloria's if you see this please add the onion straws from the Boss burger as a side. Killer amazing!!

This was a very cute locally owned cafe in Hydro, OK. The waitresses found it very amusing that I…read morehad no clue what calf fries were but gave me a sample anyway. Interesting regional delicacy to say the least. I ordered chicken tenders and onion rings which were home made and fresh. I'd recommend this to anyone in the area, it's leagues above everything else in the immediate area.

Such a step back in time! The chicken fried steak sandwich is so delicious. Of course the onion…read moreburgers are an Oklahoma staple.

It was hot, fresh and tasted good. Loved the fries as well. Service was fast and the price was…read morereasonable for what I ordered.

Love the food but i'm really leaving this review because our service was spectacular. We will…read moreALWAYS ask for Jennifer now because she was so full of life, she never acted annoyed, and she was very personable. Overall, very pleased and will be returning.

Love the food and the atmosphere, good service! They are friendly and it's close to home. I would…read morerecommend this place! :)

Seriously people, look at the reviews of other one dollar sign ($) hotels and don't waste another…read moresecond, pick up your phone and call Econo Lodge in Clinton. My son and I were traveling cross country (Akron, OH to Long Beach, CA) and didn't want to bust our budget at a place to simply sleep. We wanted clean, comfortable and safe. I was stunned by all the crappy one dollar sign ($) places that didn't warrant a one star review. The photos of those places were as scary as the stories. Econo Lodge in Clinton was everything that we could have expected, clean, comfortable and safe. An added surprise was the congenial attitude of the staff and their breakfast. If you want some scrumptious Sunday morning brunch then look beyond Econo Lodge, but if you are okay with the basics and are looking for simple, affordable and decent then stop here. To put this all into perspective, I am a seasoned traveler and know the difference between an upscale hotel or resort and an Econo Lodge. I wasn't expecting or looking for a Marriott Marquis, I could have stayed anywhere but for 8 hours of sleep, a nice shower and a quick breakfast before hitting the road this was perfect.

Econolodge Clinton OK Room 115 3/13/24 Young female at front…read moredesk was very organized and had my reservation information printed and ready along with key cards before I arrived. Post-it note with room number and important info. Room had only 1 towel, no coffee cups or creamers, etc. TV remote wouldn't turn off TV or control sound. Light next to bed didn't work. Outlets next to sink would only hold in coffee pot three prong. It would not hold in hair dryer plug. Shower curtain had a hole in it so the toliet and floor got wet. Toilet very small and low to floor and very loud. House keeping tried to walk in at 945am without knocking, then again at 1030am with barely a knock. Check out was at 11am. No door Hanger to notify housekeeping to do not disturb. Evening lady was helpful and found more towels and tried to switch the room but this room was cleaner than second option. Breakfast, I arrived at 745am. Breakfast is from 630-9am. Morning guy was on his phone, breakfast foods were empty, such a milk, yogurt, no fruit. Coffee ern (1 only) half full. Waffles, bagels, bread available. Also cereal. An older gentleman was getting cereal and there wasn't much milk left. I asked morning guy. He ran over filled the milk and yogurt and then went back to his cell phone. He left the large back room frig open. I brought my food to my room and came back for a little coffee and closed the frig that was still open.  Check out was fine, handed in the keys and said thank you. I usually notify them of the issues at check out but there were too many.  Did I mention that the bed was comfortable?