A. Schwab Dry Goods Store
With its battered wood floors and racks of kitschy local goods, A. Schwab is a step back in time to the heyday of the general store. Check out their odd offerings—think 44 kinds of suspenders, feather boas, a wall of voodoo love potions, and a kiosk packed with Elvis souvenirs—as well as local goods. The oldest store on Beale, A. Schwab’s has changed ownership several times since 1876 but its motto remains the same: "If you can't find it at Schwab’s, you're probably better off without it." Check out the retro-inspired soda fountain where you can get sandwiches, salads, and sides, but, most importantly, dessert. The sodas are crafted with house-made syrups, and the Sweet Magnolia ice cream makes authentic old-school milkshakes.
With its battered wood floors and racks of kitschy local goods, A. Schwab is a step back in time to the heyday of the general store. Check out their odd offerings—think 44 kinds of suspenders, feather boas, a wall of voodoo love potions, and a kiosk packed with Elvis souvenirs—as well as local goods. The oldest store on Beale, A. Schwab’s has changed ownership several times since 1876 but its motto remains the same: "If you can't find it at Schwab’s, you're probably better off without it." Check out the retro-inspired soda fountain where you can get sandwiches, salads, and sides, but, most importantly, dessert. The sodas are crafted with house-made syrups, and the Sweet Magnolia ice cream makes authentic old-school milkshakes.
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