Photos of the Pig Hip Restaurant Memorial in Broadwell, Illinois
Know Before You Go
To make the most of your visit to the Pig Hip Restaurant Memorial in Broadwell, Illinois, here are some things to know before you go.
What is the Pig Hip Restaurant Memorial?
The Pig Hip Restaurant Memorial marks the site of the famous Pig Hip Restaurant, a beloved Route 66 eatery that operated in Broadwell, Illinois, for more than five decades. Today, visitors can see a memorial stone, plaque, and restored Pig Hip sign honoring both the restaurant and its legendary owner, Ernie Edwards.
Where is the Pig Hip Restaurant Memorial located?
The memorial is located at 100 N. Frontage Road in Broadwell, Illinois, just off Interstate 55 Exit 119 along the former Route 66.
What was the Pig Hip Restaurant?
The Pig Hip Restaurant was a popular roadside restaurant operated by Ernest “Ernie” Edwards and his family from 1937 to 1991. The restaurant became famous among Route 66 travelers for its signature Pig Hip Sandwich and Ernie’s colorful personality.
After closing the restaurant in 1991, Ernie Edwards transformed the building into a Route 66 museum. Unfortunately, the museum and restaurant were destroyed by a fire in March 2007. The memorial was later created to preserve the site’s history.
For those craving more Pig Hip nostalgia, you can still check out surviving artifacts at The Mill Museum on Route 66 in nearby Lincoln, Illinois.
Where to Stay Near the Pig Hip Restaurant Memorial
Complete your travel itinerary and get a good night’s rest with a stay at one of these nearby hotels on Illinois Route 66.
State House Inn
State House Inn, a landmark hotel in Springfield, Illinois, features a business center, gym, ironing service, and complimentary breakfast with a convenient location directly across the street from the Illinois State Capitol. Book a stay in one of the two themed Presidential Suites: the Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd.
Inn at 835
Located near the Illinois State Capital and numerous Lincoln Historical sites, Inn at 835 offers 11 guest rooms, plus two additional suites in the Bell House. Accommodations include private baths with plush towels, hand-milled French soaps, soft linens, antique furnishings, flat screen TVs, and WiFi.
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Sadly I never got to eat at this famed Route 66 restaurant but happy that this memorial to it lives on.