Nelly's Restaurant on Route 66

Nelly's Restaurant on Route 66 Serving up great food for over 15 years! Family-owned and a local favorite, we’re proudly located along Route 66 near the iconic Gemini Giant.
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Stop by for friendly service and a memorable dining experience! Has awesome Specialty Burgers (all made from 100% Angus Beef), Vienna Dogs, and other Specialty Sandwiches, all served on buns made from a local bakery. We serve hand cut fresh french fries, and awesome fresh cut onion rings. Come hang out with the locals, watch TV on our 2 TV's, enjoy free WI FI internet connection, sign our ceiling, or leave a message for someone on our chalk marker boards.

🎉 NEED A SPACE FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT? 🎉Did you know RT66 Old School Brewing has a private party room available to rent — w...
08/25/2026

🎉 NEED A SPACE FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT? 🎉

Did you know RT66 Old School Brewing has a private party room available to rent — with a very affordable rental fee that goes toward your beer tab! 🍻

Perfect for:
🎓 Graduations
🍼 Baby & bridal showers
🎂 Birthday parties
❤️ Funeral luncheons
🎉 Family gatherings & celebrations

Food is totally up to you! Choose from Nelly’s catering menu or bring in your own food and desserts. We just ask that no outside alcohol be brought in.

📸 Pictured is a recent baby shower held in our party room. The gaming machines shown have since been relocated to another area of the brewery, giving you even more room for your event!

Interested in pricing, availability or catering options?

📧 Email Annie at [email protected] for more details!

🏈 WILDCAT FRIDAY NIGHTS ARE HERE! 🐾It’s a HOME GAME this Friday, so let’s get ready for Wildcat football! 🙌Every Friday ...
08/20/2026

🏈 WILDCAT FRIDAY NIGHTS ARE HERE! 🐾

It’s a HOME GAME this Friday, so let’s get ready for Wildcat football! 🙌

Every Friday from 3–7 PM:
🍺 $5 Wildcat Pints
🍔 $8 Wildcat Burgers

📣 GO WILDCATS!

08/14/2026

🍂 Anyone else already thinking about SOUP SEASON?! 🥣

Maybe it’s all this rain… maybe it’s because summer has been BUSY… but we’re ready for those cozy fall days!

Taylee requested soup tonight and now she’s got me thinking… it won’t be long before soup is back at Nelly’s! 🍁

So let’s hear it — what soup are you hoping to see at Nelly’s this fall? 👇

⚡️ WEDNESDAY MORNING UPDATE! ⚡️Good news — our plaza has POWER! We are still without internet, so for now:💵 CASH ONLY at...
08/12/2026

⚡️ WEDNESDAY MORNING UPDATE! ⚡️

Good news — our plaza has POWER! We are still without internet, so for now:

💵 CASH ONLY at Nelly’s & Old School Brewing
📵 No phones or online ordering yet

We know many in our area are still without power. If that’s you, come hang out with us!

❄️ Cool off in the AC
🔌 Charge your phones & devices — we have plenty of outlets!
🍔 Grab a bite to eat
👧 Let the kids play
⛈️ And with another round of storms expected, remember we also have a storm shelter available if needed.

🌭 $5 MEAL SPECIALS TODAY!

Each includes a small fry + small drink:

• Hot Dog
• ¼ lb. Burger
• Pulled Pork Sandwich

Come cool off, charge up and grab some food. We’re here! 11:00-9:00❤️

08/03/2026

Happy Monday! ☀️

We're curious... if you could only pick ONE menu item from Nelly's for the rest of the summer, what would it be?

🍔 Burger
🌭 Chicago Dog
🥪 Pulled Pork
🥩 Italian Beef
🍟 Fries
🥤 Shake

Tell us your favorite in the comments!

07/27/2026

🎉 Another Catfish Days is officially in the books!

Did you know this year’s Catfish Days marked our 16th anniversary of serving the community during one of Wilmington’s biggest weekends? ❤️

What a weekend it was! Saturday’s beautiful weather brought the crowds out, and the entire town was buzzing with excitement. From the parade to the food, the music, and seeing so many familiar faces, Catfish Days always reminds us why we love being part of this community.

To our loyal customers, friends, family, employees, and everyone who stopped by over the weekend—thank you. Your support over the past 16 years has meant the world to our family and our small business.

We’re incredibly grateful to be part of a town that continues to show up, shop local, and support businesses like ours year after year.

Here’s to 16 amazing Catfish Days… and many more to come! ❤️🐟

07/27/2026

🚨 CLOSED FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE EVENING 🚨

Due to a power outage, we will be closed for the remainder of the evening.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding.

We won’t be participating in the Catfish Days Parade this year… BUT don’t worry—we’ve still got one of the most sought-a...
07/26/2026

We won’t be participating in the Catfish Days Parade this year… BUT don’t worry—we’ve still got one of the most sought-after parade goodies! 😎🍻

Stop by RT66 Old School Brewingnd grab your FREE RT66 Koozie while supplies last with your purchase! They’re a Catfish Days favorite every year, and you won’t want to miss out.

🎉 SUNDAY FUNDAY during Catfish Days! 🎉Come see Ryanne & Taylee at RT66 Old School Brewing today!🍋 Taylee will be selling...
07/26/2026

🎉 SUNDAY FUNDAY during Catfish Days! 🎉

Come see Ryanne & Taylee at RT66 Old School Brewing today!

🍋 Taylee will be selling lemonade for just $1.
🎨 Ryanne will be practicing her face painting skills — FREE! (donations are always appreciated but never expected)

🕛 12:00–1:00 PM (before the parade)
🎉 After the parade until they’re ready for a break!

Stop by, say hi, support these two hardworking girls, and help make their Catfish Days extra special. We can’t wait to see you! 💛

Address

110 Bridge Street
Wilmington, IL
60481

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 11am - 9pm
Sunday 11am - 8pm

Telephone

+18154769590

Website

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