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Route 66 Motorheads Bar, Grill, & Museum

600 Toronto Road, Springfield, IL 62711

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Home to the worlds largest Route 66 shield, Motorheads is truly a "one of a kind" dining experience. Motorheads holds plenty of brews, Route 66 signage, and Springfield history.

Experience the nostalgic atmosphere, cars, motorcycles, and more. It's the perfect place to grab a horeshoe, jumbo pretzels, pork tenderloin or pizza. Overall a must see for all who travel! The building, Motorheads, was originally built as Stuckey's gas station in 1971. The reason why it's called Motorheads is because the restaurant is closely tied to the worlds fastest dirt mile track located in Springfield, IL.

Get your kicks on Route 66 and stop by Route 66 Motorheads Bar, Grill, & Museum. When you visit, be sure to experience live entertainment in Motorheads indoor entertainment space, "The Motordome". With so many performers, live acts, and brews you're bound to have a great time! Illinois 250

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