The Franklin Fountain

Ice cream shop · Old City

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20 Ice Cream Shops in the U.S. with The Most Unique Flavors - AFAR

"At the nostalgic Franklin Fountain, workers wear old-timey outfits and serve takeaway sundaes in Chinese-food containers. And sure, the gimmicks add to the charm of this popular tin-ceilinged shoppe in Philadelphia’s Old City (started by two brothers in 2004), but they’re not necessary. The ice cream here stands on its own, made with cream from local Pennsylvania farms (all of the shop’s suppliers are listed on its website). The menu sticks mostly to classic flavors done right (Butter Pecan, Rum Raisin, Chocolate Chip) with a few modern varieties added (Almond Butter Cherry, Cotton Candy, Sea Salt Caramel, and several vegan options)." - Alina Polishuk

https://www.afar.com/magazine/unique-ice-cream-shops-across-the-us-to-try-now

116 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Get directions

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