Coffee & Breakfast
Lou Mitchell's
Chicago, Illinois · Route 66
Quick answer: Lou Mitchell's is a $$ coffee & breakfast pick in Chicago for Route 66 travelers. Order Pancakes and donut holes.
CuisineCoffee & Breakfast
Price$$
TownChicago
NearRoute 66
The classic Chicago Route 66 breakfast sendoff — old-school diner energy before the first highway miles.
What to order
Pancakes and donut holes
Updated 2026-07-01. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.
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