Photos of Henry’s Drive-In in Cicero, Illinois
Know Before You Go
To make the most of your visit to Henry’s Drive-In in Cicero, Illinois, here are some things to know before you go.
Where is Henry’s Drive-In located on Route 66?
The diner is located at at 6031 W. Ogden Ave. in Cicero, Illinois. That’s along old U.S. Route 66, right in the path of your road trip from Chicago heading west.
Where can you park?
Parking is available in a side lot.
When is the best time to visit?
Henry’s Drive-In is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Since it’s close to Chicago and along a busy corridor, midday or early evening are the best times to visit. If you want fewer crowds and better lighting for photos of the exterior neon sign, visit in the late afternoon when the neon sign begins to glow and sunlight softens.
If your road trip starts in Chicago early in the morning, stopping here for lunch is perfect: you’ll hit the road on Ogden Avenue and this gives you a classic lunch break.
What is on the Henry’s Drive-In menu?
The Henry’s Drive-In menu features everything you’d expect from a classic Chicago hot dog joint on Route 66. The star is the Chicago-style hot dog topped with fries described on the neon sign out front as “a meal in itself.” The hot dog with fries is one of our picks of 66 Must-Eat Dishes on Route 66 and 15 Best Route 66 Foods to Eat in Illinois.
They also offer Italian beef sandwiches, Italian sausage, tamales on a bun, and pizza puffs.
Sandwiches
- Hot Dog with Fries (sausage served on a bun)
- Italian Beef Sandwich (Italian beef on French bread)
- Chicken Sandwich (breaded chicken sandwich)
- Double Dog with Fries (two hot dogs on one bun)
- Polish Sandwich with Fries (classic Polish sausage served with fries)
- Chili Dog with Fries (sausage on a bun topped with chili)
- Tamale on a Bun with Fries (traditional tamale served sandwich-style with fries)
- BBQ Beef Sandwich with Fries (slow-cooked beef tossed in BBQ sauce)
- Combo Sandwich (Italian sausage and beef on French bread)
- Italian Sausage Sandwich (savory Italian sausage on French bread)
- Meatball Sandwich (three meatballs on French bread topped with red sauce)
- Chicken Parmesan Sandwich (breaded chicken sandwich with red sauce)
- Fish Sandwich (breaded fish sandwich)
- Pepper and Egg Sandwich (scrambled eggs with sweet peppers on French bread)
- BLT Dog with Fries (deep-fried hot dog wrapped in bacon)
Chili
- Small Chili (hearty homemade chili)
- Large Chili (hearty homemade chili, larger portion)
- Small Chili Tamale (tamale topped with homemade chili)
- Large Chili Tamale (tamale topped with homemade chili, larger portion)
Appetizers
- Onion Rings (fried battered onion)
- Pizza Puff (fried and stuffed pizza pocket)
- Mozzarella Sticks (five mozzarella sticks served with red sauce)
- Cheddar Cubes (twelve crispy cheddar cheese cubes)
- Mushrooms (breaded and fried mushrooms)
- Gravy Bread (toasted bread topped with savory gravy)
- Nachos (crispy chips topped with cheddar cheese)
- Chicken Nuggets (breaded crispy chicken bites)
- Corn Dog (classic battered and fried hot dog on a stick)
- Tamale (masa dough filled and steamed in a corn husk or banana leaf)
- Taco (soft or crispy shell filled with seasoned ingredients)
- Mac and Cheese Wedges (crispy breaded mac and cheese triangles)
- Bosco Sticks (cheesy breadsticks served with red sauce)
Sides
- French Fries
- Cheese Fries
- Chili Fries
- Chili Cheese Fries
Salads
- Side Salad (romaine and iceberg lettuce with cheddar jack cheese, green peppers, onion, tomatoes, and croutons)
- Salad (romaine and iceberg lettuce with cheddar jack cheese, green peppers, onion, tomatoes, and croutons)
- Chicken Salad (grilled chicken breast with romaine and iceberg lettuce, carrots, green peppers, onion, tomatoes, and croutons)
- Taco Salad (iceberg lettuce, tortilla chips, chili, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, tomatoes, and Catalina dressing)
- Caesar Salad (romaine lettuce, Romano and Parmesan cheese, croutons, and Caesar dressing)
- Chicken Caesar Salad (grilled chicken breast with romaine lettuce, Romano and Parmesan cheese, croutons, and Caesar dressing)
Desserts
- Freezes
Beverages
- Soda
- Coffee
- Hot Chocolate
- Hot Tea
- Bottled Water
Specialty Drinks
- Shakes
- Malts
- Lattes
Is this a popular Route 66 restaurant?
Yes! With its Route 66 location close to Chicago, menu full of hot dog joint classics, and iconic hot-dog topped neon sign, Henry’s Drive-In is a popular Route 66 restaurant and roadside attraction. It is one of our picks for the Top 10 Illinois Route 66 Roadside Attractions.
Where to Stay Near Henry’s Drive-In
Complete your travel itinerary and get a good night’s rest after a good meal with a stay at one of these Illinois Route 66 hotels.
Cindy Lyn Motel
If you’re driving Route 66 in Illinois you’ll probably be spending your first (or last) night in Chicago. But if you’re looking for something outside of the city and a little closer to Henry’s Drive-In, Cindy Lyn Motel is a solid choice. The Cindy Lyn Motel opened on Route 66 in 1960 and has been known as the “last motel before the city” for more than 50 years.
Congress Plaza Hotel
Located near the start of Route 66, the Congress Plaza Hotel has been in operation since 1893 and is a welcoming stay for the beginning of your journey on the Mother Road.
Palmer House Hilton
Located just steps from Route 66, Palmer House Hilton is a luxurious historic hotel with all the modern conveniences you could desire alongside award-winning services. Palmer House was built in 1925 and was the city’s first hotel with elevators, electric light bulbs, and telephones in the guest rooms. The French neo-classical influences of the design give this landmark its distinctive charm.
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Love this stop – both for the giant hot dog and the food! I had an Italian beef sandwich (one of my favorite Chicago foods) but next time I will definitely go for one of those hot dogs! Great stop on Route 66 if you are driving through Cicero around lunchtime!