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The Ariston Cafe

"A Better Place To Eat"

About Us

Welcome to the oldest restaurant on Route 66! The Ariston Cafe in Litchfield, IL, is proud to celebrate over 100 years in business as the area's premier dining destination. Serving Montgomery County and travelers on Old Route 66 between Chicago and St. Louis since 1924, we offer a taste of history with every meal. Our family-owned restaurant crafts brunch, dinner, homemade food, hand-cut steaks, seafood, and more. Whether you're a local or a world traveler, you'll enjoy great food and a slice of Americana. Host your next event in our private room, perfect for family reunions, birthday parties, or work gatherings. Satisfy your craving for both flavor and tradition at The Ariston Cafe today!

Areas Served

Montgomery County, IL | Travelers between Chicago & St. Louis on Old Rte. 66

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Homemade American Food
Birthday Parties
Family Reunions
Weddings
Rehearsal Dinners

Our Services include:

Homemade
Banquets
Birthday Parties
Family Reunions
Weddings
Rehearsal Dinners
Sunday Brunch
Family Restaurant
Open Since 1924
On Route 66 Historic Registry
Salad Bar

Our Products include:

Desserts
Hand Cut Steaks
Seafood
Mexican Food
Italian Food
Burgers

Testimonials

On 12/5/2025 Trevor D. had this to say:
I'm not sure who's giving this place anything less than 5 stars. There's a reason it's been open for over 100 years. The food is top notch and so is the service and ambiance.

On 12/4/2025 Dave L. had this to say:
Here on business, so glad i overcame my reluctance to try this place. It was truly the BEST steak I have had. Simple, wasn't even trying - just delicious. And the homemade pie!!! Wow. Hope to be back one day. Great experience

On 12/3/2025 Stephen Partyka had this to say:
Old school dinner awesome service very friendly

On 11/23/2025 Stephen Rigg had this to say:
I stopped into The Ariston Cafe for dessert and was not disappointed in the least. They have a lot of delicious options. My biggest complaint was trying to decide which one to pick. The blueberry fluffy cheesecake dessert was a great choice. The staff were so friendly and accommodating. It was my first time there, the food I saw other patrons eating looked delicious and the salad bar looked amazing as well. I will definitely be back to eat a full meal.

On 11/23/2025 Larisa DiMarco had this to say:
A gem, go for the ambiance alone. Very reasonably priced and an attentive staff.

Contact Us

The Ariston Cafe
413 Old Rte 66 N. Litchfield, IL 62056
Phone: (217) 324-2023
Email: wlaw.ariston@gmail.com

On Old Route 66

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Checks, American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa, Debit Cards

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM