Posted in Illinois August 28, 2019 by

The Dixie Restaurant In Illinois Is An Unsuspecting Truck Stop Where You Can Pull Over And Have A Meal

There’s a truck stop diner in McLean, Illinois that has some of the best food you’d never expect to find. You can’t beat breakfast served all day and an all-day buffet.

This small-town gas station is seeing way more business than any other in the state. Scroll on for more details.

The Dixie Family Restaurant in central Illinois is situated in a small town near Bloomington-Normal just off I-55 on the way to or from Springfield.
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This incredible truck stop diner is one of the famous eateries on old Route 66. It was established as Dixie Truck Stop in 1928 when it was merely a sandwich stand and mechanic's shop.
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It has since grown into a full restaurant with seating and buffet-style dining that locals love more than any other place in this tiny town of just about 800 residents.
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The buffet features a myriad of comfort foods from meats like fried fish and chicken to beef and pork dishes as well.
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When it comes to sides, the options are truly endless. Baked potatoes, mashed potatoes, salads, pasta salad, pasta, rice, desserts, and more.
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In addition to the all-day buffet, you can also order off the menu. Enjoy all-day breakfast as well as classic American meals made fresh.
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Everyone knows this is the best place to stop for a hot and fresh, family-friendly meal that's easy on the wallet.
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Dixie Family Restaurant is open Monday through Friday between 5 a.m. and 11:30 p.m. as well as Saturday and Sunday between 5 a.m. and 10 p.m., and you can get more details on its Facebook page.

Address: 315 East Dixie Road, Suite C, McLean, IL, 61754

For more like this, check out these 15 restaurants in Illinois for a unique dining experience.

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