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This is a nice enough little place in a small town. They certainly lean into the Route 66 thing, cool road themed decorations are all over the place. The food is simple, good, home styled fare. There is no fancy plating, or flourish. Our server was pleasant, effective and welcoming. She got me a pin to put in the visit map. We recently moved to the area from Ft. Meade, MD, so I used that as the placement. They have so many I would suggest they only use the tiny head pins and ditch the larger pushpins. Will certainly be back and try other things, got sandwiches on this visit (3 NOV, National Sandwich Day). I got a club, and wife went with the Rueben, both well executed and came with a side. My meat was a little chilly for my preference but well stacked and good bacon. She was happy with her sandwich.
This popular little destination serves up some tasty grub. We started with Bavarian pretzels and buffalo wings. Both were excellent. Then I got the ham and cheese sandwich on the pretzel bun. It was very good. I got the sweet potato fries with it. Also very good. It's a fun interior and gets both locals and tourists traveling Route 66. My one complaint - the quarter pound burger was quite tiny. It seemed way smaller than a quarter pound. It was like a toddler sized burger. But service was fantastic and it was a fun meal.
On our way to Peoria my son asked if we could get something to eat. I pulled out my help app to see what was up the road. Ironically when I first seen it I thought it was Wendy's. We took the exit and parked behind the building. An old building with some character. We walked in and set at the bar. These are the old school mounted round seats with a red top that spin. Anytime I see those I expect some a great breakfast, just like grandma used to make. I order some standard bacon and eggs with a pancake that didn't disappoint. Great service while we were there. I rate it a five star because anytime I'm heading down 55 in the morning, you can bet I will seek this out to eat at again if time permits. Great little find off the interstate.
We are so glad we found weezys on route 66. It's a classic restaurant that serves burgers, blts, fried chicken well at least we tried those :) The fries are thin and crispy. Try a pretzel bun on any sandwich you order. My niece ordered one for her blt and it looked awesome! :) waitress was awesome but the wait was long.
Stopped here for lunch on our Route 66 journey. We were not disappointed!! Awesome service. Really good burger and good beer. Cool vibe, old school neighborhood bar/restaurant vibe.
I'd really love to give this place a higher rating, but they just lack in a couple things. I will say Weezy's does highly recognize itself and its place on Old Route 66. Metal signs everywhere and they even have tourist information available (brochures, travel guides). It's an old place with not much parking, but luckily there's lots of it across the road. There is also a Route 66 marker (sponsored by an Illinois Route 66 group) located by that lot for enthusiasts. The service was great both times I've been here, and the bartenders/servers were very welcoming at the bar. The men's bathroom was very crappy, like it was old and not updated. Weezy's is more like a small-town gathering place, with locals as their regulars (who, by the way, I'll admit it were very loud). TVs everywhere, and they even have a big room for crowds and groups. Food was okay. On my most recent visit I had the fish sandwich and fries, and last summer I had the horseshoe. I wasn't blown away either time. The cheese on the horseshoe sandwich wasn't great. Fries are thin. Weezy's does have a decent menu, so maybe I just chose the wrong items? But if I do make it back here, I'll try something else. They have a selection of both domestic and craft beers. No, this place isn't run by Lil' Wayne (hope you get the joke here...).
Update: when I reviewed Weezy's a couple of years ago I gave them five stars. Nothing has changed. It's a great, fun, place to eat. The food is very good, the prices are good, the atmosphere is good, the staff and service was great. Although she did ask my companion if he was a serial killer. I'll admit he looks a little shady and I'm sure he made some smart remark that prompted it. If I lived close it would be a regular place for me. It's less than a mile off I-55. Check it out.
I dined on Route 66! This diner has been "Weezy's" for 8 years and was called something else prior to that, and it looks like it. Don't don't be distracted by the appearance. The staff are nice, polite and vey helpful and the food is very good, stick to your ribs Midwest favorites. I had the chicken tender with Ranch dressing along with sweet potato fries that were to die for. I am told by other Yelpers that the biscuits and gravy are amazing. I may need to return to "check their rating".
If you are traveling down Route 66 getting your kicks, you gotta stop by Weezy's. It is located on a section of the Original Route 66 that runs through the heart of Hamel, IL. It is worth the stop just to see all the Route 66 memorabilia. The entire restaurant is decorated with a Route 66 theme. Having lunch or dinner of comfort food at this roadside diner, is a bonus. Looking at the menu, I was thinking about Chicken Wings or a Buffalo Chicken Wrap. Then I started chatting with three blue collar workers at the counter, they recommended the Fried Chicken and a Ham & Cheese Sandwich. They actually said, everything is really good. The restaurant was packed at 12:30 PM, so it must be true. When the waitress came to take my order, I ordered a Pork Fritter Sandwich. It basically was a Fried Pork Tenderloin Sandwich. The waitress said I make a good decision. It was on the thick side and the crispy coating had good seasoning. I only had them add, pickles and onion. It was served on a hamburger bun Instead of the chips that came as a side, I paid for an upgrade to fries. The fries were super crispy and skinny, reminisce of old-time Steak & Shake fries. The service was hospitable. It was obvious who were regulars and which one of us were first timers. That really didn't matter, we all got the same attentive service. There's a huge Route 66 Sign across the street, that is perfect for pictures. Smile! read more
4 months ago
First time! Really good. Right on Rt 66. About 1/2 mile off I-55 Try it. Neat place. I will need to try lunch or dinner soon! read more
This is a nice enough little place in a small town. They certainly lean into the Route 66 thing, cool road themed decorations are all over the place. The food is simple, good, home styled fare. There is no fancy plating, or flourish. Our server was pleasant, effective and welcoming. She got me a pin to put in the visit map. We recently moved to the area from Ft. Meade, MD, so I used that as the placement. They have so many I would suggest they only use the tiny head pins and ditch the larger pushpins. Will certainly be back and try other things, got sandwiches on this visit (3 NOV, National Sandwich Day). I got a club, and wife went with the Rueben, both well executed and came with a side. My meat was a little chilly for my preference but well stacked and good bacon. She was happy with her sandwich. read more
This popular little destination serves up some tasty grub. We started with Bavarian pretzels and buffalo wings. Both were excellent. Then I got the ham and cheese sandwich on the pretzel bun. It was very good. I got the sweet potato fries with it. Also very good. It's a fun interior and gets both locals and tourists traveling Route 66. My one complaint - the quarter pound burger was quite tiny. It seemed way smaller than a quarter pound. It was like a toddler sized burger. But service was fantastic and it was a fun meal. read more
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On our way to Peoria my son asked if we could get something to eat. I pulled out my help app to see what was up the road. Ironically when I first seen it I thought it was Wendy's. We took the exit and parked behind the building. An old building with some character. We walked in and set at the bar. These are the old school mounted round seats with a red top that spin. Anytime I see those I expect some a great breakfast, just like grandma used to make. I order some standard bacon and eggs with a pancake that didn't disappoint. Great service while we were there. I rate it a five star because anytime I'm heading down 55 in the morning, you can bet I will seek this out to eat at again if time permits. Great little find off the interstate. read more
4 years ago
We are so glad we found weezys on route 66. It's a classic restaurant that serves burgers, blts, fried chicken well at least we tried those :) The fries are thin and crispy. Try a pretzel bun on any sandwich you order. My niece ordered one for her blt and it looked awesome! :) waitress was awesome but the wait was long. read more
3 years ago
Stopped here for lunch on our Route 66 journey. We were not disappointed!! Awesome service. Really good burger and good beer. Cool vibe, old school neighborhood bar/restaurant vibe. read more
I'd really love to give this place a higher rating, but they just lack in a couple things. I will say Weezy's does highly recognize itself and its place on Old Route 66. Metal signs everywhere and they even have tourist information available (brochures, travel guides). It's an old place with not much parking, but luckily there's lots of it across the road. There is also a Route 66 marker (sponsored by an Illinois Route 66 group) located by that lot for enthusiasts. The service was great both times I've been here, and the bartenders/servers were very welcoming at the bar. The men's bathroom was very crappy, like it was old and not updated. Weezy's is more like a small-town gathering place, with locals as their regulars (who, by the way, I'll admit it were very loud). TVs everywhere, and they even have a big room for crowds and groups. Food was okay. On my most recent visit I had the fish sandwich and fries, and last summer I had the horseshoe. I wasn't blown away either time. The cheese on the horseshoe sandwich wasn't great. Fries are thin. Weezy's does have a decent menu, so maybe I just chose the wrong items? But if I do make it back here, I'll try something else. They have a selection of both domestic and craft beers. No, this place isn't run by Lil' Wayne (hope you get the joke here...). read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
Update: when I reviewed Weezy's a couple of years ago I gave them five stars. Nothing has changed. It's a great, fun, place to eat. The food is very good, the prices are good, the atmosphere is good, the staff and service was great. Although she did ask my companion if he was a serial killer. I'll admit he looks a little shady and I'm sure he made some smart remark that prompted it. If I lived close it would be a regular place for me. It's less than a mile off I-55. Check it out. read more
2 years ago
Excellent service, Cozy ambiance, and fantastic diner food! Great stop for a meal. Price is right too! Our server was super attentive and sweet. Highly recommend. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
I dined on Route 66! This diner has been "Weezy's" for 8 years and was called something else prior to that, and it looks like it. Don't don't be distracted by the appearance. The staff are nice, polite and vey helpful and the food is very good, stick to your ribs Midwest favorites. I had the chicken tender with Ranch dressing along with sweet potato fries that were to die for. I am told by other Yelpers that the biscuits and gravy are amazing. I may need to return to "check their rating". read more
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"Lunch special" An experience, complete with overdone, crispy hamburger patty slid between two smashed halves of a bun and brat on bread. Don't dare use the restroom. I don't even really know what else to add. Is there a 0/5 rating? read more
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Great little roadside stop on the (seemingly) never ending stretch of I-55 between Springfield and St. Louis. Delicious food, great prices, friendly service, and a healthy dose of RT. 66 history. You can't go wrong with a stop at Weezy's!! read more
8 years ago
Stopped here for breakfast on the way home from St. Louis. Bar / restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lots of Rt. 66 decor. Very friendly and the food is great. Highly recommend - better than the chains. read more
9 years ago
Driving home to Wisconsin from St. Louis and saw this sign off the freeway. We stopped and were very happy with our lunch. Big portions so you could definitely share a meal! read more
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Fun friendly atmosphere. Cold beer good food friendly staff can't ask for anything else. Pretzel with cheese app is awesome!! read more
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108 S Old Us Rt 66
Hamel, IL 62046
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