If you were around during the days of Elvis, Monroe, and Betty Boop, this Route 66 drive-in will take you straight back. You can literally drive down memory lane on this historic stretch of road.

You don’t want to miss this blast from the past. Scroll on for more on Illinois’ best themed restaurant.

Located in small-town Illinois, The Polk-A-Dot Drive In is situated in Braidwood, which is just outside the Chicagoland limits on the southwest side of the city and its suburbs.
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Family owned, this Route 66 drive-in instantly transports you to the 1950s from the moment you pull in. Memorabilia and statues can be found inside and out.
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Guests can stop by daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. to enjoy the atmosphere and amazing American fare. Take-out and delivery are also options, but why waste a chance to dine in at this 1950's diner?
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Vintage photos line the walls of this Route 66 drive-in and table-side juke boxes are sprinkled throughout. There are also several seating options, including kid-sized tables and bar stools.
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Photo opportunities abound at The Polk-A-Dot Drive-In. Get your picture with this over-sized Elvis Presley or any number of life-sized replicas of other 1950s icons.
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Annually, the restaurant holds an old car show, and this year it takes place May 5, 2018. Stop by for hot dogs, burgers, and the best chili cheese fries in Illinois.
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You can find The Polk-A-Dot Drive In at 222 N Front Street in Braidwood. Click here to view its Facebook page for more information.

For more on our state’s stretch of this road, check out nine more attractions on Route 66 in Illinois you can’t miss.

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