Smith's Cafe dates back to the 1930s and what is left of the place is
located next to a former motel. Both are on Main Avenue right in the middle
of a row of former garages and gas stations. Main Avenue was the 1926
to 1952 alignment of Route 66 in San Jon.
The lettering on the four piece sign on the post is almost impossible
to read, but it's still there.
Photo(s): 2012
About Us We started traveling Historic U.S. Route 66 as a destination in 2009. It's like a 2,400 mile long drive back in time from Chicago to Santa Monica! more
Did
You Know: Many parts of the old 4 lane Route 66 were reverted to a 2 lane
road after 66 was realigned to the interstate. In many places the abandoned
lanes are still there.