Bagdad Cafe

Really fun. Had no food. Hostess was great. Go have a beer and listen to the stories.

Unfortunately this place was closed when we were here but for us it was still worth a stop to capture a picture of this quirky roadside attraction and to experience all of what we could of Route 66.

This place isn't really a cafe anymore. It was back in the 80s, but now it's a souvenir shop. We just stopped by on our way to Pisgah Crater.
It's a great spot with awesome Southern California vibes. The people working there were super nice and friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stopped during the Google hours. Totally locked up. Was cool to see though! Will have to come back again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The magic show was AWESOME!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

📍Bagdad Café Route 66 Classic Stop | Newberry Springs, CA
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A living piece of American road history!

Driving from Williams, AZ back to Los Angeles, we couldn’t resist stopping at the legendary Bagdad Café one of the most iconic Route 66 landmarks, made famous by the 1987 cult movie of the same name.

To our luck, the place was open and we were greeted by Barbara, a super friendly host who shared some stories about the café’s history. The atmosphere is pure classic Americana it feels like time stood still here. The wooden A-frame structure, vintage signs, and hundreds of flags and stickers from travelers all over the world make it an absolute treasure for photographers and Route 66 lovers. There’s also a souvenir corner with shirts, magnets, hoodies, and patches I grabbed a cool hoodie for $30, which felt like a great deal for such an iconic place.

Inside, the café is packed with nostalgic décor old memorabilia, a cozy bar, clean restrooms and even a souvenir corner with shirts, magnets, hoodies, and patches. There’s also a stage area with a drum kit and guitars, suggesting they sometimes host live music.

We were told the grill was temporarily out of order, so only drinks and fries were available, but honestly, we didn’t come for the food we came for the vibe, and it delivered.

🛣️ A must-stop for anyone chasing the spirit of Route 66!
📸 Perfect for photos, film nostalgia, and that timeless desert Americana feeling.
🚗 Free parking right out front.

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Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A must visit for the Cafe Bagdad movie fans!
The area around carries the same vibe of the movies.
The owners are super nice, welcoming and respectful.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bagdad Café is a legendary Route 66 stop with a cinematic soul. It was made famous by the 1987 cult German-American film of the same name. This roadside diner offers a slice of cinematic history filled with memorabilia, signatures from global travelers, and a warm and welcoming vibe. The decor is delightfully eccentric with business cards on the walls, vintage photos, and a jukebox that still hums with desert charm. Whether you're a movie buff, a road tripper, or just chasing the spirit of the open highway, this place delivers nostalgia. When I visited the Café, only coffee and non-alcoholic cold drinks were available. Andrea Pruett, the owner, is determined to keep the cafe open and running as a tourist attraction for photo opportunities, drinks, and souvenirs, allowing visitors to see the movie's iconic interior.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

No food until the get a grill but essential stop regardless! Got a beer and bottled water.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

For those who loved the movie "Out of Rosenheim," this is a truly special place, and the people who run it are even more special. A must-see on Route 66.

It's such a pretty and unique place to have lunch in. The staff is so friendly and the food was delicious. Can't wait till our next road trip to stop by again. ,,,,

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This spot is a joke only here to scam the world tourist crowd trying to see the restaurant in the selfie they shoot they don't even serve food out of the kitchen years back I was served the worst food I've ever seen come out of a restaurant

It's a movie also.

The place thrilled me, obviously after watching the movie I loved, but unfortunately it gave me the impression of being run by people who have no love for this place. The place is rather neglected and messy, bathrooms "out of order", no proposal for something to eat, only drinks, I would say a little 'for those who take a detour into the desert.

It is a check-in point on Route 66, which is very interesting.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5