Letty Lou's Café & Diner

17209 New College Ave, Wildwood, MO 63040, United States
+1 636-273-9317
$$$ American restaurant , Restaurant
(539 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Letty Lou's Café & Diner sits quietly along New College Avenue in Wildwood, serving up classic American diner fare with a nostalgic nod to Route 66 Americana. It’s the kind of spot where locals come for reliable, hearty meals at any time of day—breakfast all day, lunch, or dinner—making it a versatile choice for families, couples, and groups looking for familiar comfort food without fuss.

Inside, the atmosphere leans into retro diner charm with vintage-style tables and a casual, unfussy vibe. The interior splits between a spacious dining room and a cozier bar area, providing options for both lively meals and more laid-back visits. The place can get busy during weekend brunch hours, but the service tends to stay attentive, with waitstaff keeping coffees topped off and plates coming at a consistent pace. The décor and general feel invite lingering over a leisurely breakfast or a relaxed weekend lunch.

The menu covers a broad spectrum of diner classics, well-suited for those who crave traditional American comfort dishes. Breakfast choices like Eggs Benedict variants (including a veggie option), the Florentine Breakfast bursting with sautéed mushrooms and spinach under hollandaise, or the indulgent Country Fried Chicken Sliders give a good sense of the hearty options. For those more into lunch or dinner, items such as the Letty Lou Burger, Fish & Chips, Pork Chop Dinner, or Loaded Baked Potato Skins offer familiar flavors with straightforward presentations. There’s also a playful side to the menu with quirky offerings like bacon shaped like a shark or the Waffle Sundae, blending fun into the meal.

Service here is typically noted for friendliness and attentiveness without being intrusive, which complements the approachable feel of the diner. Even when it gets a bit busy, the pace remains manageable, and the staff’s effort to keep tables comfortable and drinks replenished is a consistent plus. This place leans more toward steady, well-made food than any kind of culinary risk-taking, attracting people who appreciate classic diner staples done well.

In terms of timing, mornings and weekend brunches are when Letty Lou’s buzz picks up, drawing small groups and families. Midweek visits feel more relaxed, often with a quieter dining room. Parking is plentiful and straightforward, making it convenient for locals from nearby neighborhoods or travelers passing through the area.

Overall, Letty Lou’s works well for those seeking a familiar diner experience with a friendly staff and a menu full of American classics. It’s a spot that fits naturally into the Wildwood dining scene—unpretentious, consistent, and rooted in delivering the kind of meals people return to again and again.

Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Quick bite
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Sunday

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

539 Reviews
Dianna Dutton

03 Jan 2026

Wanted to try some place new. My husband found this place online. We loved the diner vibe. The decor and retro tables. My husband ordered a little bit of everything. He really enjoyed his breakfast. Even though the diner was busy, our waitress kept our cups filled with coffee. I wanted a burger, and I ordered a patty melt. It was delicious. I had a choice of a side, and I got tots. They were perfect! Crunchy on the outside light and flaky on the inside. The burger patty came out cooked medium, which is my preference. Just mentioned it in case someone wishes for well. I did request Mayo, which didn't come on my melt. The marble rye bread was toasted perfectly and very flavorful. Not too thick or thin, perfect. There was a bit of a wait for our food, but to be fair, there were 2 large parties who ordered before us. Wasn't horrible long but did leave us in anticipation. Our waitress was friendly and always on the move. We will return when we are in the area.

Bryon Silinsky

25 Dec 2025

Our family loves coming here. Food is always delicious whether it's breakfast or dinner. Everything tastes fresh and it's consistent. We were skeptical at first because they never seem busy but that's to our advantage. Servers have always been great. The owners are super friendly. It's a must-try. Oh yea, if you like spicy try the volcano burger. The flavor is perfect and it's hot! UPDATE: Country fried steak is extremely tender and delicious. Perfectly cooked.

Matt Sullivan

26 Nov 2025

My wife and I went to Letty Lou's for lunch on a Saturday. We made this our destination after looking at their menu online. It's a twenty minute drive from our house, just a mile or two south of Route 100. It was easy to find and there was plenty of parking. Inside, the cafe is divided into two areas: a large, open dining area and a smaller bar area. They also have a fair number of tables outside, under unbrellas. We sat inside at the bar, which has two walls of windows providing a lot of natural light. Very nice. There are some interesting bits of nostalgia decorating the bar, including a two-foot tall statue of Popeye. They play classic oldies (music from the 50's and 60'), which compliments the overall fun-feeling. We were waited on by two people, both of whom were attentive and pleasant. The menu is copious... there are many options, and not the run of the mill stuff that is so common in restaurants (this was our reason for visiting!). They serve breakfast foods all day, which I love. Egg dishes have the option to be scrambled, in a burrito, or in an omelet. I had the Dos Amigos (eggs, salsa, jalapenos, sausage, topped with pepperjack cheese) scrambled, with shredded hash browns. The eggs were fantastic. The hash browns were a little crispier than I care for, although my wife prefers them that way. Next time, I'll just ask them for not crispy. My wife had a customized omelet with a fruit cup and a side of grits. She loved the omelet and appreciated that the fruit was cut into fairly small pieces. But the star of her meal was the grits. "These are the best grits I've ever had" to quote her. This is quite a compliment, as my wife grew up in the South and has had grits many, many times. I tried a bite, and agree... the grits here are amazing. For beverages, my wife had a mimosa and I had a Bud Select in the bottle. This was an excellent experience for us. The service is good, the atmosphere is happy, and the food is fantastic. Despite the relatively long drive, we'll definitely return...there are many more things on the menu I'd like to try!

Benjamin Kay

18 Nov 2025

Letty Lou's is your typical diner with Route 66/Americana ambiance tucked into a strip mall in Wildwood. The service is friendly and fast -- even on a Saturday morning burnch. The tables and floors were a little sticky, but otherwise cleanliness was good. The pancakes are big and fluffy, while the hashbrowns are an acquired taste. Overall very serviceable diner food and a good place to take family, but nothing to write home about.

Carlos Rapa

13 Oct 2025

Good food, better service, I tried the Letty Lou Burger which came with specific instructions on how to eat it. It was good but next time I’m going to keep things a little more simple. The staff was great though I can’t say enough about them. I also had a Pickled Bloody Mary which was excellent.

Angela Skurtu

15 Sep 2025

They didn't have sweet tea, but when we asked for it, the bartender made my hubby a special sweet tea that was good. Food was amazing. I had the burrito-very yummy and my husband has the dream bowl. We're definitely adding this place into our rotation. Also there was a phone booth. I trust any place with an old timey English phone booth.

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