Dixie Truck Stop in McLean

In 1928, J.P. Walters and John Geske rented part of a mechanic’s garage here to sell sandwiches to Route 66 travelers and truckers. By the 1930’s, the operation had grown to a full-fledged restaurant, cabins, and a cattle pen. The Dixie was owned and operated by the Geske family from 1928-2003 and was only closed one day after a fire in 1965.The truck stop has changed hands, but still serves travelers along Route 66 and I-55, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Dixie Truck Stop
501 Main Street
(309) 874-2323
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