Old Doc’s Soda Shop, at the Dublin Dr Pepper bottling plant in Dublin Texas, is the home of a great old fashioned soda fountain. Although this soda shop is not particularly old, the fact that it’s contained within the oldest Dr Pepper bottling plant in the world makes it a good stand in for an authentic old soda shop.
The soda fountain at Dublin Dr Pepper was added in 1995. The counter, cabinets and fixtures appear to be a combination of both old and new equipment. The dark wood back counter, cabinets and mirrors have an authentic old time look to them. The white Formica front counter with it’s gleaming chrome and stainless fixtures look too good to be very old. There are no stools at the counter. Seating is at quaint little tables throughout the room.
Dr Pepper is the underlying theme here. Dr Pepper art and memorabilia grace the walls and shelves. One corner of the room contains a little gift shop. Dublin Dr Pepper is available for sale in both bottles and cans.
Old Doc’s soda Shop is just one of several attractions at the Dublin Dr Pepper Bottling Plant. They also conduct tours of the plant and have a Dr Pepper Museum. The business has a unique history that’s presented by knowledgeable guides during plant tours. If your interested, they have a Web site that tells the history of Dublin Dr Pepper.
Bottom line: fun and upbeat place with an eclectic mix of Dr Pepper history and other old stuff. Be sure to try the Dr Pepper Float.
Location
Dublin Dr Pepper and Old Doc’s Soda Shop
105 E. Elm
Dublin, TX 76446
888-398-1024
County: Erath
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I need to get back over there…It’s such a long, albeit pretty drive. Especially going through Glen Rose. Been there a few times over the years, in 1997, 1998, 2002 and 2003. I highly recommend. It’s a great treat to go through the tour then stop by the shop for ice cream and another Dublin Dr Pepper (they offer you one on the tour.) The best time to go in my opinion is in the late spring, early summer. Oh, and the Dr Peppers really do taste better out of the bottle.
I LOVE READING ABOUT THIS SHOP…….I BELIEVE ONE WOULD DO WELL IN “HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS” MY HOME TOWN…..AND A GREAT TOURIST TOWN…..CS