The landmark Bagdad Cafe in Newberry Springs, California, will host a celebration of life on Feb. 28 for the restaurant's longtime owner, Andrea Pruett. The California Historic Route 66 Association reported the event will be from noon to 4 p.m. that day. The public is invited, and the family invites attendees to share their memories … Continue reading Bagdad Cafe to host celebration of life on Feb. 28 for its longtime owner
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Andrea Pruett, longtime owner of Bagdad Cafe, dies at 85
Andrea Pruett, the longtime owner of the landmark Bagdad Cafe along Route 66 in Newberry Springs, California, died on Jan. 13. She was 85. Mead Mortuary in nearby Barstow, California, is handling arrangements, which are incomplete at this time. Many veteran Route 66 travelers have written tributes to her on social media. Her grandson, Greg … Continue reading Andrea Pruett, longtime owner of Bagdad Cafe, dies at 85
Food not being served at Bagdad Cafe as the owner approaches her 83rd birthday
The California Historic Route 66 Association reports the Bagdad Cafe in Newberry Springs, California, currently is not serving food but is open for visits by tourists and is selling T-shirts, Route 66 souvenirs, soda, beer and coffee. The association and her son also plan something special for owner Andrea Pruett on her 83rd birthday on … Continue reading Food not being served at Bagdad Cafe as the owner approaches her 83rd birthday
Vandalism, misfortunes wreak havoc on Bagdad Cafe and its owner
The California Historic Route 66 Association put out a call Monday requesting donations to Andrea Pruett, longtime owner of the Bagdad Cafe in Newberry Springs, California, after a series of personal and business setbacks in the past 18 months. Tere Frank Stamoulis, posting a call-to-action on behalf of the association in a Facebook post, and … Continue reading Vandalism, misfortunes wreak havoc on Bagdad Cafe and its owner