Photos of the U Drop Inn Café in Shamrock, Texas
Know Before You Go
To make the most of your visit to the U Drop Inn Café in Shamrock, Texas, here are some things to know before you go.
What is the U-Drop Inn Café?
The U-Drop Inn Café is one of the most famous and recognizable landmarks on Route 66. Opened in 1936 as part of the Art Deco-style Tower Station complex, the café served generations of travelers at the intersection of Route 66 and U.S. Highway 83. Today, the restored building remains a centerpiece of Shamrock and a must-eat cafe.
While the cafe won’t be open, stop by after dark to see the neon lights lit up!
Where is the U-Drop Inn Café located?
The U Drop Inn Cafe is located at 105 E. 12th Street in Shamrock, Texas, at the historic crossroads of Route 66 and U.S. Highway 83. The building also houses the local visitor center and chamber of commerce. While in the area, check out more of the best attractions on Route 66 in Shamrock, Texas.
What is on the U-Drop Inn Café menu?
The café serves classic American diner fare, including breakfast favorites, sandwiches, burgers, comfort food, desserts, coffee, fountain drinks, and ice cream treats. The Brisket Dinner is one of our picks of 66 Must-Eat Dishes on Route 66 and 12 Best Route 66 Foods to Eat in Texas.
Visit the restaurant’s Facebook page for daily specials.
U-Drop Inn Café Menu
Sample menu, subject to change.
Breakfast
- Paco’s Parfait (Homemade granola, low-fat vanilla yogurt, fresh fruit, and an English muffin)
- Breakfast Burrito (Scrambled eggs, hash browns, refried beans, jack cheese; choice of bacon, sausage, chorizo, or smoked brisket)
- French Toast (Two slices of Texas toast)
Burritos
- Smoked Brisket Burrito (Smoked brisket, pinto beans, Mexican rice, pico de gallo, and jack cheese)
- Zesty Chicken Burrito (Slow-cooked chicken, pinto beans, Mexican rice, pico de gallo, and jack cheese)
- Pulled Pork Burrito (Pulled pork, pinto beans, Mexican rice, pico de gallo, and jack cheese)
Signature Dishes
- Brisket Dinner (Served with two sides and a dinner roll; available Friday and Saturday)
- Pulled Pork Dinner (Served with two sides and a dinner roll)
- Mom’s Meatloaf (Served with two sides and a dinner roll)
- Teresa’s Taco Salad (Romaine, black beans, pico de gallo, charred corn, and jack cheese)
- Waldorf Salad (Romaine, grapes, apples, celery, candied walnuts, gorgonzola cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette)
Sandwiches
- Meatloaf Sandwich (Mom’s meatloaf on a burger bun with special sauce)
- BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich (Pulled pork with smoky BBQ sauce on a bun)
- BBQ Brisket Sandwich (Smoked brisket simmered in BBQ sauce on a bun)
Sides
- Ada Lou’s Pasta Salad
- Aunt Helen’s Mashed Potatoes
- Steamed Broccoli
- Curly Fries
- Potato Salad
Beverages
- Fresh Brewed Iced Tea
- Flavored Iced Tea / Cold Brew
- Lemonade / Sports Drink
- Coffee / Hot Tea
- Canned Coca-Cola
Desserts
- Banana Bread Sundae (Homemade banana bread, vanilla ice cream, chocolate and caramel, whipped cream, candied walnuts, and a cherry)
- Mama T’s Homemade Baked Goods (Daily selection)
- Ice Cream Sundae (Two scoops of ice cream with chocolate, caramel, or strawberry syrup, candied walnuts, whipped cream, and a cherry)
- Kid’s Ice Cream Sundae (One scoop of ice cream with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry)
- One Scoop Cone (Chocolate, vanilla, or chocolate chip ice cream)
- Two Scoop Cone (Chocolate, vanilla, or chocolate chip ice cream)
- Soda Float (Soda with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, and candy sprinkles; available with Root Beer, Dr Pepper, Coca-Cola, Sprite, or Orange Crush)
Where to Stay Near the U Drop Inn Café
Complete your travel itinerary and get a good night’s rest with a stay at one of these Route 66 hotels in Shamrock, Texas.
Western Motel
The Western Motel is located on Route 66, directly across from the Conoco Tower Station and U-Drop Inn Café, one of the most popular roadside attractions in Shamrock, Texas. With a convenient location, spacious rooms, and a 24-hour front desk, you can’t go wrong with this classic motel. They even have pet-friendly rooms for your furry travel companions.
Shamrock Country Inn
The Shamrock Country Inn is a classic roadside motel in a classic Route 66 town. The hotel opened in September 1959 as the Shamrock Ranger Motel. Rooms surround a U-shaped courtyard with plenty of free parking and offer few frills but comfy beds, Wi-Fi, TVs, private bathrooms, coffee machines, and a 24-hour front desk. Before hitting the road stop by the breakfast room for a complimentary breakfast and be sure to get a Texas-shaped waffle.
Blarney Inn
Formerly the 1950s Rambler Motel, the Blarney Inn promises a “a wee bit of Ireland here in Shamrock.” The Shamrock motel provides air-conditioned rooms, a 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, and family rooms.
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