Part of Our Route 66 Everytown Collection – Red Top Edition
Crafted from ultra-soft 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, this unisex jersey tee delivers comfort with a side of roadside nostalgia. Featuring the flavorful “Otto’s Steak House” slogan, it celebrates Red Top, Missouri: a tiny Route 66 community remembered for one of the Mother Road’s most beloved eateries.
Perfect for food lovers, Route 66 road trippers, and collectors of our exclusive Route 66 Everytown Collection, this tee honors the tradition of hearty meals and warm welcomes that defined the golden age of roadside dining. Otto’s may be gone, but its memory continues to make mouths water and hearts nostalgic.
Celebrate Red Top: a Webster County enclave where Otto’s Steak House provided travelers with steaks, comfort cuisine, and small-town hospitality for generations. Red Top’s culinary heritage keeps it a delicious page in the context of the Mother Road.
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About Red Top, Missouri: A Roadside Feast on the Mother Road
Red Top lies on the 1926–1953 alignment of Route 66 in Webster County, near today’s I-44. Named either for the reddish soil in the area or a store’s red-topped roof, the community never grew large. It carved out a spot in Route 66 history though, thanks to one standout business: Otto’s Steak House.
Founded mid-century, Otto's quickly became an institution for travelers cruising through the Ozarks in search of a hot, reliable meal. Famous for robust portions of steak, home-style vegetables and potatoes served in a cozy setting, it captured the essence of the Mother Road: comforting and just a tad decadent. For many families, stopping at Otto's made the trip complete. Coupled with the neon lights and vintage motels dotting the highway, this entire area was a necessary and unforgettable stop.
Even though Otto’s eventually closed and Red Top has lapsed into humble obscurity, the community is still connected to the highway’s heritage. Proximity to Springfield’s Route 66 Car Museum and events such as the Lebanon Route 66 Festival keep its history alive, and the remembrance of Otto’s brings back memories of fine cuisine and companionship along the open road. To travelers who venture into the more serene aspects of Route 66, Red Top is an appetizing piece of Americana worth a visit.
Product Features:
- 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton for premium softness
- Side seams for added structure and durability
- Tear-away label for comfort
- Classic crew neckline with a flattering unisex fit - true-to-size for all day comfort (see size chart for details)
- Fulfilled in the USA
Care Instructions:
- Machine wash: cold (max 90°F / 30°C)
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Non-chlorine bleach as needed
- Iron or steam: medium heat
- Do not dry clean
