Memphis is best known for its music and Civil Rights history, but there’s a bit more to the city than Elvis Presley and Beale Street. A. Schwab is a popular spot located in the heart of Tennessee’s largest western city, and it’s managed to steal the hearts of locals and tourists alike with its old-fashioned eats and delicious ice cream concoctions. If you ever find yourself wandering Memphis, Tennessee. A. Schwab should most definitely have a spot on your list.

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A. Schwab is a family-owned dry goods store that's located in the heart of Memphis, right on the acclaimed Beale Street strip. It was established in 1876 by Abraham Joseph Schwab, hence the aptly figured business name.
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A. Schwab is actually the oldest store in the Mid-South, and operates out of the oldest building on Beale Street.
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Nowadays you can hit up A. Schwab for everything from a handful of cool paper products to...

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...the most delicious ice cream desserts this side of the Mississippi.
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The old fashioned Soda Fountain offers up everything from gelato to milkshakes, phosphate sodas to malts. Doesn't this sundae look dreamy?!
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If you have a sweet tooth, this historic soda fountain offers up one of the most authentic experiences in the city. The soda jerks are high class, and know exactly what they're doing to serve up a yummy treat every time.
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You can visit for yourself at 163 Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee, from 12pm to 5pm Monday through Wednesday, 12pm to 6pm on Thursday, 10am to 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and from 11am to 5pm on Sundays. Happy eating!

Check out A. Schwab’s website or Facebook page to learn more.

PS: Did you know that this Tennessee diner has fried honey buns to die for? They’re incredible!

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