Route 66 Mobile Diner
American, Burgers and Sandwiches food truck catering in Chicago, IL
- Events catered
- 14
- since Feb 2026
- Minimum order
- $625
- about 43 servings
- Per serving
- About $15
- typical menu price
- Responds in
- 3 hours
- typical reply time
About Route 66 Mobile Diner
Route 66 Mobile Mobile Diner brings classic American diner favorites with a roadside twist to the streets of Chicago. From juicy burgers and loaded sandwiches to timeless comfort sides and shakes, this truck serves up nostalgia in every bite. Perfect for festivals, neighborhood hangouts, corporate events, and special occasions, Route 66 delivers hearty, crowd-pleasing meals with fast friendly service. Wherever it rolls, it brings bold flavors and good vibes that keep customers coming back for more.
Route 66 Mobile Diner Menu & Prices
Mains
"Chicago Fire" Chili Dog
The original name for the now classic “Chili dog”. Our version of the chili dog uses Chicago’s own Vienna Beef Hotdogs, topped with our own homemade chili sauce. (onions and shredded cheese extra).
"Maxwell Street" Polish Sausage
This sandwich traces its origins to Chicago's Maxwell Street market, and has been called one of "the classic foods synonymous with Chicago". We use Chicago's own Vienna all beef Polish sausage, yellow mustard, grilled onions, and sport peppers on a poppyseed bun!
"Route 66" Cheeseburger
Our own hand-pressed and seasoned quarter pound Angus beef patty cooked medium, topped with a slice of American Cheese, red onion, lettuce, and tomato. Served on a Sesame bun.
"The Blackstone" Reuben
Classic Reuben sandwich featuring Chicago’s famous “Henry J’s” corned beef, melted Gruyere Swiss Cheese, a mountain of “Franks Kraut”, our homemade Russian dressing all stacked between two slices of grilled rye bread!
"The Capo" Italian Sausage
Grilled zesty Italian sausage with grilled sweet peppers and onions on a S. Rosen French roll.
"The Capone" Italian Beef
An Italian Beef is a sandwich, originating in Chicago, made of thin slices of “Henry J’s” seasoned roast beef, simmered in au- jus (known by Chicago locals as 'gravy') on an Italian-style roll. Served with a side of Chicago-style "jardiniere" (a spicy mix of diced peppers and veggies.).
"The Claremont Hotel" Mushroom Swiss Burger
The Mushroom Swiss Burger is a symphony of flavors that combines a succulent ground beef patty with sautéed mushrooms and Gruyere Swiss cheese, all generously stacked between a sesame seed bun. It’s a flavor explosion that has earned its place as one of the most popular items on menus across the United States.
"The Outfit" Italian Sausage/Beef Combo
Zesty grilled Italian sausage piled high with Chicago's very own "Henry J" Italian beef in a seasoned home-made gravy on a S. Rosen French roll.
"The Pullman" BLT
A true diner classic. Apple-wood smoked bacon, crispy lettuce, sliced ripe tomato, and mayo on two slices of white bread (toasted or un-toasted).
"The Rookery" Oven Roasted Turkey
A stacked roasted turkey sandwich with bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheddar cheese, mayo and zesty pickle chips on sourdough!
Adams and Wabash (Chicago)
Not only is this the beginning of Historic Route 66 in Downtown Chicago but the original “Chicago Dog” was also founded here. There is only one true way to make a Chicago style hotdog and we do it right! We start with Chicago’s very own Vienna beef hotdogs placed upon a steamed poppyseed bun topped with onion, mustard, bright green relish, two tomato wedges, sport peppers, cucumber spear, sprinkled with celery salt!
Kopy Kat "Katz Deli" Pastrami
Kopy-kat version on the famous Katz Deli in NYC. Pastrami piled high on bakery rye bread, Koops spicy brown mustard and a pickle spear. A Classic!
Sides
Chips
Building a better chip takes dedication. At the Great Lakes Potato Chip Co., we begin with the highest quality Michigan potatoes, grown especially for potato chip making.
Mac n Cheese
Creamy elbow pasta coated in rich melted cheese for classic comfort in every bite
Specialty Drinks
12oz. Coffee
Route 66 Diner blend coffee. Full, rich flavor just like you used to get at 24-hour diners across America!
Route 66 Soda
Bottle with twist off cap. Try all the flavors!
Route 66 Mobile Diner Reviews
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Customer reviews
Diana P.
Sep 2026
Richard & Jonathan are so kind & did such a wonderful job!
Diane D.
Sep 2026
Great food, great service, please come back for our next event!
Kristina W.
Aug 2026
The Route 66 Mobile Diner was excellent! The food was fresh and delicious, and everyone loved the sodas. The caterers were so friendly and accommodating. And the music was such a nice touch for our office luncheon! I would highly recommend!
Kathryn C.
Jun 2026
Worth every penny!! So nice to have more time visiting with guests at my son’s graduation party not having to worry about the meal and timing. Guests could eat when they were ready and they got a kick out of it! Jonathan was early which eased my mind. He and his crew were so friendly and accommodating. Finally the guests raved about the food…high quality meats and great fixings! Do this and save yourself so much stree!
Bonnie S.
Jun 2026
We booked this food truck for our graduation party, and we truly appreciated having them there for such a special day. They were easy to work with, arrived as planned, and helped make the food portion of the party simple and stress-free. It was so nice to be able to enjoy our guests and the celebration without having to worry about cooking or serving. Thank you for helping make our son’s graduation party a memorable day!
Recent bookings through Food Truck Club
Route 66 Mobile Diner has catered 14 events through Food Truck Club since March 2026, serving 5,018 guests across Chicago, Plano and Aurora. Most bookings are public events. Every booking below was confirmed and served through the platform.
- catered eventGriffith, IN · 100 servings · 2 hours
- catered eventElmhurst, IL · 85 servings · 4 hours
- catered eventLibertyville, IL · 150 servings · 2 hours
- catered eventChicago, IL · 128 servings · 2 hours
- catered eventPark Ridge, IL · 34 servings · 1 hour
- catered eventBuffalo Grove, IL · 120 servings · 2 hours
Meet the owner
Jonathan Burgett
Owner, Route 66 Mobile Diner
Jonathan is the driving force behind Route 66 Mobile Diner, bringing his passion for classic American comfort food and hospitality to the streets of Chicago. Inspired by the timeless roadside diners that shaped America’s food culture, Jonathan built Route 66 to deliver hearty, nostalgic meals with modern quality and service.
Key Features & Services
On-Site Service
Boxed LunchesWhat's Included
- Fresh food preparation and professional service staff
- All supplies included (plates, utensils, napkins)
- Setup, service, and cleanup
- Satisfaction Guarantee from Food Truck Club
When to Book
The further ahead you book, the more trucks you'll have to choose from. Planning ahead is the best way to secure your top pick.
That said, shorter timelines work too—we book events just days out all the time. You'll just have fewer options to choose from.
Busy seasons: Spring and Fall are our most popular times in Chicago, so booking early gives you the best selection.
Venue & Setup Requirements
A flat, accessible parking spot—typically 12' × 25' for most trucks
Offices, homes, private venues, and most parks within our service area
Check Availability
* Truck availability is subject to change
Cancellation Policy
Full flexibility window
Partial refund available
Limited refund window
Reschedule or apply as credit toward a future event
Weather happens: If bad weather affects your event, we'll work with you to reschedule or credit your booking.
We promise exceptional service, each and every time.
