Hamlin Fountain and Gifts, Corpus Christi

Hamlin Fountain and Gifts is one of the last holdouts of bygone era. Open since 1960, the soda fountain, and gift shop treats its guests as treasured friends, just like a small-town shop should. The diner—complete with aqua-blue seats and formica countertops—serves up burgers, hot dogs, milkshakes, and sundaes that plaster smiles on faces at mealtime. Furthermore, the Hamlin Bakery team creates sugar cookies, pies, and they specialize in French Macarons. Complete your trip by taking home candles or bath products, which can soothe minds agitated by cravings for extra chili cheese fries.