Posted in Illinois December 31, 2020 by

Revisit The Glory Days At Woody’s Diner, A 50s-Themed Restaurant In Illinois

Just off I-74 at exit 149 in Le Roy, there’s a retro-style roadside restaurant and truck stop called Woody’s 50’s Diner and it is one you don’t want to miss. With its 1950s nostalgic memorabilia, including life-sized figures of Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, and Betty Boop, you will be transported to the past when life was simpler. And the extensive menu has plenty of options to choose from. Let’s have a look inside Woody’s!

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Woody's 50's Diner sign welcomes road-trippers with its nostalgic feel.
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Although this diner was actually founded in 1995, it has captured the essence of the 1950s in just about every way imaginable.
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The life-sized figure of vintage icon Betty Boop wears roller skates on the black-and-white checkered floor. This scene just screams the 1950s and may remind some guests of their childhood.
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But whether or not you grew up in the 1950s, everyone can appreciate the fun retro atmosphere of Woody's Diner.
Eat your breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner in a corner with Elvis and vintage posters hanging out on the wall.
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You can see Jake and Elwood Blue, aka "The Blues Brothers," who aren't from the 1950s but fit right in and add another fun element to the place.
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The food at Woody's is classic home-cooking and it's delicious! Hot dogs, burgers, grilled cheese, roast beef sandwiches, shakes, and pie are just a few items on the extensive menu.
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But you just can't beat a good ol' fashioned burger with a side of crinkle-cut fries!
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Take a big step back in time and relive the past with a visit to Woody’s 50’s Diner!

For more information, you can go ahead and visit the restaurant’s official Facebook page here.

Address: I-74, Le Roy, IL, USA