End of the trail

From sand to surf, Route 66 in California is a grand adventure

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Yes, Route 66 in California is traffic, and stoplights. But it is also …

The hottest temperatures in the United States. An historic theater district that rivals Times Square in New York City. Unequaled cultural diversity. Time capsule restaurants and motels. Diverse museums. Scenic wonders.

This is Route 66 in California.

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Jim Hinckley Recommends

Jim Hinckley has been telling people where to go since 1990. Here are a few of his favorite places along Route 66 in California.

Fenders River Road Resort in Needles. This is the only motel on Route 66 that is also located on the National Old Trails Road AND the Colorado River
Valenzuela’s Cafe, Needles, , one family owned since 1952
Desert Market, Daggett, in business since 1908
Jenny’s Mexican Grill Steak & Mariscos, Barstow
Route 66 Mother Road Museum, Barstow
Emma Jean’s Holland Burger Cafe in Victorville, meeting the needs of locals and travelers since 1947
California Route 66 Museum, Victorville
Mitla Cafe, serving the best tacos in San Bernardino since 1937
Wicked Cow Burgers and Brews, Upland
Saga Motor Hotel, a Route 66 classic in Pasadena
Cameron’s Seafood, a Pasadena tradion for more than 50 years
Heidar Baba, an authentic Persian restaurant in Pasadena
Grand Central Market, a Los Angeles landmark since 1917
Mel’s Drive-in, at the end of the road in Santa Monica

California Historic Route 66 Association

End of The Road, 1926

The original western terminus for Route 66 was in the very heart of the Los Angeles theater district

Grand Central Market

A Los Angeles gathering place since 1917

Located on Broadway in the heart of Los Angeles the Grand Central Market is the ultimate food court. As a bonus there a vast collection of neon signage, new and old.

Traditional foods from throughout the world, fresh produce, coffee shops, bakeries, candy stores and so much more.

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