The story
Route 66 legend famous for fried chicken made from a secret recipe from two local farm women. Originally a gas station lunch counter that outgrew its space. Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Neon sign restored with National Parks Service grant.
Everything that was here
- 1946–present · still open
Dell Rhea's Chicken BasketRestaurant
Route 66 legend famous for fried chicken made from a secret recipe from two local farm women. Originally a gas station lunch counter that outgrew its space. Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Neon sign restored…
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