Alabama’s Very First Soda Shop Has Literally Been Around Forever
Here in Alabama, businesses come and go. That’s just how it is. Luckily, there are several types of businesses located throughout the state that have stood the test of time. One in particular is Payne’s Sandwich Shop & Soda Fountain, which you can learn about below.
Payne's Sandwich Shop & Soda Fountain is located in downtown Scottsboro, Alabama right across from the courthouse square.
In 1869, Payne's Sandwich Shop and Soda Fountain was originally a drug store that was founded by W.F. Payne, a pharmacist. Since 1891, it's been at its current location. It's also Alabama's oldest soda shop.
There's also a variety of ice cream treats that are guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth, including banana splits, sundaes, cones, floats, and the soda shop's famous...
...milkshakes, which can be made with any ice cream flavor. So, the next time you're in the Scottboro area and craving nostalgia and a tasty meal, be sure to visit Payne's Sandwich Shop & Soda Fountain. You'll love everything about it.
For more information about Payne's Sandwich Shop & Soda Fountain, including hours, you can view its Facebook page here.
Have you ever been to Payne’s Sandwich Shop & Soda Fountain in Scottsboro, Alabama? If so, what did you think about it? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments below.
Jennifer is the Alabama staff writer for Only In Your State and has nearly 15 years of professional writing experience. She enjoys discovering new places and currently calls North Alabama home.
