Crown Candy Kitchen, Historic soda fountain and candy shop in Old North St. Louis, Missouri.
Crown Candy Kitchen is a historic soda fountain and candy shop in North St. Louis with vintage furnishings, antique Coca-Cola memorabilia, and an old cash register. The space features four-person booth seating that creates the feeling of a family gathering spot.
The shop was founded in 1913 by Macedonian immigrants and is the oldest continuously operating soda fountain in St. Louis. It has served customers without interruption for over 100 years.
The place is known for making sweets using traditional methods with special molds from Holland and Germany. Visitors can see how this handmade craft has remained part of daily work here.
The place is located on St. Louis Avenue and is open Monday through Saturday for visitors. The staff is helpful and can guide you through the menu of sandwiches, malts, and homemade chocolates.
The shop is known for a milkshake challenge where visitors try to drink five large portions within 30 minutes. The most successful participants have their names displayed on a board in the shop.
Location: Missouri
GPS coordinates: 38.65130,-90.19780
Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:48
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