CORPUS CHRISTI
HAMLIN FOUNTAIN & GIFTS
WHERE HERITAGE & CORPUS CHRISTI CULTURE COLLIDE
5 6 Years Strong Family-owned and -operated in Corpus Christi, Texas since 1960, Hamlin Pharmacy is entering its sixth decade of service, and not much has changed. They are one of the original Soda Fountains in Corpus Christi, and the last standing. They’ve had the same Chef, Jesse Lerma, working the grill after all these years. They opened at a time that most pharmacies had soda fountains and pharmacists were called “druggists,” mixing remedies for patients who feel more like families than customers. They’ve seen lots of first dates, first children, served four generations of families, and boast regular customers – all dining on the original booths and stools. Hamlin Pharmacy prides itself in old fashioned values, personalized and friendly service.
Originality Tastes Best Casual, everyday style food made from fresh ingredients makes the menu reminiscent of mom’s home cooking. The menu is mostly original where only a few things have changed over the past 56 years. Chef Jesse is known for making some of the best burgers and chili in town. In 2007, they expanded the shop and opened the bakery, and they are still going strong making delicious confections like French macarons. Recently, they’ve started weekly specials and are adding healthier options to the menu. Over the many years, they’ve been open and rapidly growing, their outlook has not changed. Customers are family and there is great pride in the meals and goodies that are prepared for them.
Sample Menu JESSE’S HOMEMADE CHILI
Jesse’s top secret recipe chili is made from scratch every day.
HAMBURGER
An all beef patty with mustard, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles. Choose from small or large!
CLUB SANDWICH Choose from chicken, ham and cheese, or ham, cheese and bacon!
CHILI CHEESE FRIES
An order of fries smothered in Jesse’s famous chili and grated American cheese.
HOMEMADE MACARONS (dessert menu) PRICE RANGE: $ SERVING: LUNCH SPECIALS: BE SURE & CHECK OUT THE GIFT SHOP, OPEN MONDAY - FRIDAY FROM 8AM - 6:30PM & SATURDAY 8AM - 5:30PM.
3801 S. STAPLES ST., CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
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BANANA SPLITS
Three hand-dipped scoops of Blue Bell Ice Cream (vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry) between two banana halves and covered in strawberry and pineapple preserves then topped with whipped cream and a cherry.
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HAND DIPPED BLUEBELL MILKSHAKES
Thick, creamy hand dipped milkshakes are the best for keeping cool during the scorching south Texas summer. (dessert menu)
CHEESECAKES
Made from scratch, these tasty flavors change based on the season – but the most popular are turtle and strawberry. (dessert menu)
HOURS: MONDAY: 8AM - 4:30PM TUESDAY: 8AM - 4:30PM WEDNESDAY: 8AM - 4:30PM THURSDAY: 8AM - 4:30PM
361.853.7303
The Bend | DINING GUIDE 2017
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FRIDAY: 8AM - 4:30PM SATURDAY: 8AM - 4:30PM SUNDAY: Closed
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