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Dell Rhea's Chicken Basket

645 Joliet Road, Willowbrook, IL 60527

Bars & Taverns

The Chicken Basket in Willowbrook opened in the summer of 1946 on Historic Illinois Route 66. Dell Rhea’s chicken has been bringing visitors from around the world on a regular basis for years.

Nostalgic 1940s Route 66 roadhouse featured on The Food Network's "Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives." Full service sit-down restaurant and cocktail lounge. Full menu includes favorites such as fried chicken, buffalo wings, baked macaroni & cheese and salad bar.

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