Did Our Route 66 Thing-- Part 8-- Shaw's Bar

We had driven by Shaw's Bar, on the original Route 66 alignment, many times over the years, but had never stopped in because it looks quite plain on the outside (nothing that would indicate an old place whatsoever). Plus, it was out of walking distance from the America's Best Value Inn.

This past June, we heard that many 66ers were using the place as an impromptu headquarters during the Festival. We dropped in twice that Saturday and found outside appearances could be deceiving. Inside, it looks old and definitely not homogenized like a TGIF, B-Dub, Chili's, etc.. Then, on top of it, we found the place had been in business since the 1920s and serving up food and drinks to thirsty and hungry 66ers ever since.

The place was packed that night after the dinner and awards. Everyone signed a banner which they proudly display. Not only did Route 66 'discover" Shaw's, but Shaw's "discovered" Route 66.

They now have a sign outside that prominently shows the shield and the date from the 20s (can't remember exactly what it was, though).

Glad to Have Another Business Aboard. --RoadDog