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.

Delicious hometown burger joint. Had the bacon cheeseburger with the onion straws. Joshua had the…read morebear burger and fries. And both were great. Nice place to stop for dinner after seeing the Washita battlefield park

Really great hamburgers! Huge servings of French fries and tater tots too. Greasy and great!read more

Good food and nice people. Cant ask for much more. We had a steak and a hamburger steak. Both were…read moregreat. Glad we stopped.

Best steak in the area, served with a side of sexual harassment!…read more I was at Charlie's Bar on May 7, 2022 around 7 pm with 3 male friends. We had come in to play some pool, get a few beers and of course get some good food. My friends ordered their food and I was playing pool with one of the guys I had come with. This was the 4th game I was playing because I was winning. As I bent over the table, to make a shot, I felt someone's hand slide up my bottom and between my legs. I quickly turned around to see a heavy man, who I had never seen before. I hollered out "Don't fu**ing touch me!!", quite loudly. This man then sat back down with his table of friends. They all started laughing. I put my pool stick down on the pool table and stormed outside. I calmed down after a bit and came back inside. I noticed the creep was still sitting with his friends. I asked the owner, Dave, why he was still at the bar after touching me. Dave told me he talked to that man and he said he "only touched me on the back". The guy playing pool with me saw the whole thing and had told Dave exactly what happened. I told Dave that he did not touch me on the back. At this point Dave had the audacity to tell my other friend that if I didn't calm down I would have to leave since there were kids eating in there. Really....???? We all decided to leav and not cause a scene. We would not lower ourselves to his level!!! After some investigation I found out the POS's name, as a warning to all ladies that want a good steak, but don't want to be sexually assaulted. NIP PAGE!! Dave, shame on you for not kicking him out and letting a lady feel safe in your bar. A bar that I had come in several times.

A great place to eat! We thought we would try it since we wanted local. It was pretty empty when we…read morearrived at opening time (evening hours- they close from 2-5) the waitress was very friendly. Took our orders and although she wasn't in our face, she'd occasionally see if we were ok. Within a short time, people started coming in. Our food was delicious. I got the coconut chicken which was very good and my husband got the milanesa chicken and ham. They were served on good sized platters and generous portioned. The salad was fresh. The homemade cakes were out of this world! We liked it so much we decided to come back for breakfast. There was a constant flow of diners coming in and out. Even though we waited a bit for the food, no one fussed because it was worth waiting for. Carlitos, the owner is Colombian and he's also very friendly as he attends each customer. Every waitress and waiter had smile on their faces. One told us she loves working there. This was old fashioned service at its best. What is rarely seen these days. Everything was clean, the tables washed twice, the bathrooms clean as well as the kitchen!

This is a cute little spot. Food looks great and service was…read moreexcellent. They serve breakfast all day.

The food is plain old home cooking. Nothing fancy. The buffet is amazing. For a hole-in-the-wall…read morerestaurant you can't beat it. You serve yourself. None of the dishes match-but who cares. Lots of local characters show up daily. It's a really good meal for a decent price.

Enjoyed a catered meal by Yur Place last evening at academic banquet. Excellent meal! Couldn't…read morebelieve all the salad choices and main meal. Outstanding job!

Great food atmosphere, and people! Brandy and older gentleman that greeted us were very nice!read more

We had a delicious meal while staying in Sayre a couple days. As many said, don't judge it just by…read morethe exterior, because inside is where it's at! We sat at a table that had another couple and it was so fun to talk to locals. While we were there it was really busy but the owner (Brandi if I recall right) had a great attitude and did her best to get to us quickly. Hubby had the chicken fried steak and it was amazing. Also love the onion rings. All our food was delicious, so I can see why it's busy.

Stopped by for Sunday dinner (that's lunch) with a special guest from PA back visiting family. We…read moreall had appetizers, meals,and beers that were enjoyed along with the great service provided. Packsaddle Bar and Grill is truly special place and definitely one of my favorites.

The service and food was great! I had fried mushrooms and they were divine! The best I have ever…read moreeaten.

It's now called Swifts Bar and Grill.. Best burger I've…read morehad in a long time. Gillis had Catfish, Okra and Hushpuppies. I had a bacon cheeseburger and texas toothpicks! Everything was delicious!! You're missing out if you don't try it out!

This is a small local type bar. It's cash only so be prepared. Basic beers and pop place. Food was…read moredecent and prices were fair. Nothing fancy here. I would definitely go again.

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.