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Great food, service and atmosphere at this family owned restaurant in downtown Elk City. We were…read moretraveling through from Colorado to Arkansas and stopped for dinner to celebrate my birthday. A great experience in all regards - highly recommend!

Ok, this is convoluted. The atmosphere and vibe were great. Staff friendly and attentive. It fell…read moreapart at check out. The drink menu clearly stated an Old Fashioned was $10.50. It gave the choice of Makers Mark or Wild Turkey. My first drink was Makers, a second I chose Wild Turkey (first one was in my opinion quite weak). I can't recall ever having a problem so I had the server run the check without looking at it. When it came back, (at the suggestion of my wife) I did look it over. Both drinks were billed at $13.50. I informed the server, and she claimed that when the drink order is punched in, it puts in a higher charge for what is considered a "call" or "top shelf". The problem as you can see here is the advertised price is stated for the ones I ordered per the published price. I find it strange that it took quite a bit of back and forth with server and shift manager to explain something that is black-and-white. To their credit (after the back and forth) they refunded the difference, but how long has this been going on? How many people have been mistakenly over charged? A week? A month? A year? A quick check on Oklahoma's consumer protection and weights and measures law said this is a serious problem. No drama here, just fact: The menu said an Old Fashioned using Wild Turkey is $10.50, the bill was $13.50. That is deceptive plain and simple.

Ribeye -w- fries and fried green tomatoes

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Route 66 Cafe At The Market

4.5(104 reviews)

21.9 mi

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.

Chicken breast& wing, mashed potato's & gravy, okra.

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Prep area

Lucille's Roadhouse

3.6(239 reviews)

4.7 mi

We went for lunch and had salads. I had the Grilled Chicken salad and Joy had the Southwestern…read moreSalad. Warning ... The Mango Habañero dressing was hotter than expected! But it had a really good flavor. We had the "lite" versions, but there was still a lot to eat. If I had to complain about anything, the cucumbers should be peeled and sliced much thinner. Service was great. Kept our drinks filled without having to ask. Typical Route 66 Diner atmosphere. Great music. One or two TVs on the walls with no audio or captions. I would go back.

This diner/restaurant/bar/gift shop along historic Rt. 66 is an ode to Lucille Hamon, the "Mother…read moreof the Mother Road". (You can view Lucille's historic gas station down the road a piece in Hydro, OK) The gift shop is directly at the entrance. Walk through the gift shop to the right to enter the diner area. Walk left for the restaurant. Walk left then take a sharp right for the bar. The diner area is bright and sunny with 1950's style metal, red and white, tables and chairs. The restaurant side is dark wood booths. Both are full service. Both have the same menu. Menu is basic fare: salad, burgers, sandwiches with a couple of entree options. Staff were all pleasant. Gift shop includes post cards, hats and other Rt. 66 memorabilia. Parking around building with handicap spots by the door.

Very large dining room - to the left of the entrance

Taco Salad with Steak

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Southwestern Chicken Salad with Mango Habañero dressing on the side.

Lucille's Roadhouse

3.8(55 reviews)

23.2 mi

I had a wonderful experience here. Good food and just a great atmosphere…read more All kinds of a different mementos about Route 66 or around the restaurant. We even had pie for dessert which was delicious. The spam sandwich was great!

My wife and I had dinner here yesterday for the first time and we were pleasantly surprised, I…read moreordered the 6oz sirloin with hush puppies and Cole slaw. Steak was very flavorful and cooked to perfection (medium rare) Cole slaw was delicious as well. Hush puppies were good- just wanted to try them out. My wife has celiac so she had Reuben with no bread. She loved it! Our server was very considerate and friendly and even checked all ingredients for my wife. We haven't found many places that we want to return to around here but we definitely will be coming back to this place! Wish we had taken pictures to post here but wasn't expecting to be making any review, but after dinner I felt they were definitely worthy of a good review!

Inside view

Teriyaki chicken on uncooked rice pilaf, sautéed mushroom & baked potato

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Blue Lemonade

Whataburger

2.8(16 reviews)

6.7 mi

I want to commend Ares who was working the register - polite, helpful, and friendly. He was making…read moresure customers had condiments, napkins, and that orders were correct when not manning the counter. I had their peach milkshake and it was delicious and just what I needed on my trek from New Mexico to Georgia. The store was clean and comfortable and was a bright spot in my day. And it warmed my heart to see such an earnest and industrious attitude in Ares.

Every single time i have gotten breakfast here, it is always hot and fresh. Every. Dang. Time. And…read morethe workers, AMAZING. Thank you whataburger.

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White Dog Hill Restaurant

4.3(95 reviews)

18.6 mi

Unbelievable food, super cool setting and views, great people providing outstanding service. What…read morea great find. Go getchasum!

While traveling we checked Yelp! for suggestions. White Dog Hill came up as right on our route. It…read morewas a Thursday night so who knew it would be so popular. We checked in and there was a 2-1/2 hour wait but they would try to work us in. We were seated in about an hour. Our order was taken quickly and some of the best steaks we've had were delivered hot and fresh from the grill. They were amazing. The restaurant is in a century old country club that was built with local hand quarried sandstone and brick. It's a great experience with great food and the locals agree. Tip: Check ahead and make a reservation.

Inside the bar

10 oz ribeye with potato side. The side was potato wedges baked in foil and smothered in cheese.

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Outside.

Jerry's Restaurant

3.7(102 reviews)

6.9 mi

Passing by w best friend, "Route 66 Man", we noticed a packed parking lot. And a lot of people…read morewaiting in the vestibule to get seated. Mgr said, "We do things quick around here. Won't take long." Ten minutes later, we were drinking delicious coffee. Menu was eclectic. Prices very reasonable. Service (Jennifer) outstanding. R66M ordered off the senior menu. Sausage and cheddar omelet w a biscuit and hash browns. Very excellent. My omelet was perfect as well. And an English muffin is an equal choice to toast. And it was the first time I ever had an EM grilled. A new experience for me! Overall, a great stop. 5 star worthy!

Very friendly and helpful staff from the time you walk ibro the restaurant. the food was awesome…read moreand jut the right amount. would stop by again if coming through this way. A+

Inside Jerry's

Eggs Benedict

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Jerry's sign

Sid's Diner

4.4(364 reviews)

35.0 mi

Have wanted to go to Sid's for years but always opted for something close to home, and living near…read moreMid-Town OKC there are so many options. We called a friend in Yukon and invited him to join us at Sid's. We arrived at Sid's around 5 p.m. and there were no open tables. The venue is small with maybe six four tops and a bar. We were at the bar for mabe 10 minutes when a table opened up. Sid's is a throwback to an earlier era and is the embodiment of the slogan, "Get Your Kicks On Route 66" it's a fun venue! I ordered the orginial onion burger. Jan ordered chicken fried sandwich, and Ken ordered the coney. We chose onion rings as our side. My onion burger was outstanding, a 5/5. Jans's chicken fried sandwich was OK. She gave it a 3.5/5. Ken was very happy with his coney and gave it a 5/5. The onion rings were good. I'd give them a 4/5. The atmosphere is great, the food good, the service good. The prices moderate. We had a great time at Sid's!

This diner has a great Route 66 atmosphere. Really feels like a 60's roadside diner. We stopped for…read morebreakfast. We had 3 adults and 3 kids. We were seated quickly. The service was fast. The food was diner food but the quality was high. I would eat there again. Can't wait to try the burger.

Restroom photos

Steak & Shake w/Freedom Fries

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Chocolate malt and 1/2 order of fries

Boomtown Grill

3.9(98 reviews)

48.0 mi

The food was great. The service was way over the top. My friend and I were looking for yard sales…read morein elk city, and the waitresses looked up all the yard sales on Facebook and listed them for us on a guest check! Such an act of kindness! We were traveling from out of state and that was a huge help

The service was really good. Our server was attentive and checked on us often…read more The boomtown burger was super scrumptious! The queso and jalapeños on it were so good. It needed more boom sauce so asked for extra on the side. The burger patties themselves were mediocre but will all the fixins, it was very good. The boneless wings were surprisingly big pieces. The bbq sauce was Smokey and slightly spicy. Solid choice for a wing sauce. This was the first time I've been to Elk City, but this has to be the best restaurant in town. We love it and they had a ton of good looking entrees on the menu. Everything sounded like something I would like. Next time we're elk city, we'll go again.

Bar

Side garden salad with French dressing

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Sriracha Salmon

Sleeps Bakery

3.7(3 reviews)

23.3 mi

Yummy yummy donuts here! I hadn't been in here since the…read morelast owners retired. I loved that Bakery so very much, so I went into Sleep's not expecting much. I was very pleased with the shop and selection of donuts! I was greeted immediately by a very friendly lady who answered my questions politely. She had a fantastic personality and was so very nice! I couldn't decide on just 1, so I grabbed a half-dozen. They were all so good! I think next time I go in, I may grab a dozen. I promise I'll share...or, at least, I'll think about sharing! If you like different types of donuts, such as cookies and cream or fruity pebbles, you won't want to miss this shop!

They have the best donuts we've ever had. My husband grew up eating these donuts and we've lived in…read moremultiple large cities over the years and have found nothing that compares to these anywhere else! Stop by and get you a donut or a dozen!

Open Tuesday - Friday

Formerly the Sugar Shack

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Iced sugar cookies, chocolate peanut butter thumbprints and "everything" cookies.

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Kellie C.

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11 years ago

we just had the most amazing biscuits and gravy, we're talking real biscuits made from scratch oh my gosh so so so good!!! The portions are huge. The tables and chairs are very clean (no greasy or sticky film like some dinners). Two big screen tvs, the volume not set to loud. And for those with babies, there is a changing table in the rest room, also very clean. The waitress was polite, courteous and friendly. And everything was very reasonably priced. We can't wait to go back to try the catfish!!! read more

J J.

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9 years ago

I have traveled Oklahoma highways as a surveyor for 17 years, and finding a good breakfast can be a hit and miss adventure. I stopped in at GKs this past Saturday, and was completely surprised at what I found...I'm not a foodie, but I have I'd like to think are pretty high standards when it comes to my breakfast...I recommend their breakfast...it was quick and prepared with care....and quite good! read more

Calvin N.

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9 years ago

To begin, sick atmosphere, n' they made ta phat tacos yo. Hit tha spot fo' a light lunch. I gotta pinch tha penny when I can, so I couldn't do it here but I'd say dat tha taste n' presentation was worth dat shit. Will come back ta try again n' again n' again . I heard from a thug dat knows, lunches is busy. Luckily I came up in afta n' shit. Straight-up professionizzle setup. read more

Ryker L.

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1 year ago

Love this restaurant W Rizz I am Burber Paine 222 Sahore literally Leela the Juannita tune, tune, tune, tune, tune, tune, tune, tune, tune to whore read more

Carlos D.

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11 years ago

Outstanding food and outstanding service. Possibly the best burger and fries I have ever had.

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