Route 66 was a mostly two lane highway that extended from Chicago to Los Angeles, through Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California, before gradually giving up to the modern interstate. Most of the old pavement is still there, and can be followed with the right maps and directions. I drove the entire length of old 66 in 2012, and invite you to follow along!
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Texas Route 66 - Adrian
Rusty pumps outside the Bent Door Cafe
Bent Door Cafe
ADRIAN, TEXAS. Built around a surplus Air
Force control tower after World War II, this old eatery was originally
called the Bent Door Cafe for the funny looking front door made
necessary by the buildings angled walls. At some point it became Tommy's
Cafe, and the restaurant operated on Route 66 through the 1950's and
60's, closing in 1970. New owners Roy and Ramona Kiewert acquired the
property in 2006, and restorations are in progress. The plan is for a
1950's style diner and malt shop, and this 66er in particular can't wait
to stop in for a burger and chocolate shake.
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