The Texas portion of Route 66 is just 179 miles long, but there’s plenty to see and do in such a short distance. Few people know, for example, that the geographical midpoint of the Mother Road is right here in the Lone Star State. The tiny town of Adrian is little more than a blip on the map, but it embodies the essence of Americana in a way that will make you never want to leave. Easily one of the most charming Route 66 towns in Texas, Adrian is so worth the trip.

Constructed in 1926, the original Route 66 spanned exactly 2,448 miles. It stretched all the way from Los Angeles to Chicago.
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Smack dab in the middle is the teeny tiny town of Adrian, Texas. A blip on the map, Adrian has a population that barely exceeds 100.
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If you weren't specifically looking for Adrian, you'd almost certainly drive right through it. After all, the town is hardly more than a few buildings along one of the loneliest roads in the nation.
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Adrian is most famous for being the home of Midpoint Cafe, an iconic, '50s-themed restaurant that screams Americana.
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Between the vintage memorabilia all over the walls and old-fashioned bar stools, you'll feel like you've entered a portal back to the days of sock hops and poodle skirts.
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The menu is overflowing with classic diner fare, from silver dollar pancakes to juicy burgers with all the fixings.
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You absolutely can't leave without sampling the pie. A laundry list of flavors is baked fresh every morning, and you definitely won't regret tucking into a big slice.
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While most people just pass through town, there's a motel right next to the cafe if you need a place to spend the night.
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Like something you'd see in a movie, it's the epitome of a roadside motel: simple, unassuming, and absolutely no-frills. If you ask us, that's where the charm lies!
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Have you ever been to Adrian? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience? Tell us in the comments. For more charming Route 66 towns in Texas, check out our previous article.

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