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Hamlin Fountain & Gifts closed its doors for good this month but another local favorite is stepping in to take over its iconic location at 3801 S. Staples.
Sandi’s Diner, a mom-and-pop diner known for its retro atmosphere, is moving into the Hamlin Pharmacy building, property owner and former city councilman David Loeb said.
The business owner, Sandi Clark, signed the lease on Friday and will receive the key on Tuesday, Loeb added.
Hamlin Fountain & Gifts closed its doors on May 7 after 62 years in Corpus Christi. Originally called Hamlin Pharmacy, the family-owned business remained the last soda fountain in Corpus Christi.
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Clark opened Sandi’s Diner in 2013. The restaurant is currently located at 704 Ayers Street.
Clark, an acquaintance of former Hamlin Fountain owner Karen Nicolson, used to paint the windows for holidays and knew the history behind the business.
“I’ve been at 704 Ayers and Booty Street for nine years now and when I saw that Hamlin Pharmacy was closing I went over there to see what was left and the moment I walked in I just realized that it could be an opportunity to take the diner to another level and to honor her legacy in that building,” Clark said.
Clark said she plans to turn the building into an old school soda fountain called “Sandi’s Diner: A Step Back in Time.”
Clark, a 42-year waitress, plans to honor other restaurants, including Crystal Crystal Confectionery, Angelo’s Pizza and Chelsea Street Pub. The diner will feature menu items and memorabilia from the restaurants.
The new location will also allow the business to host antique car shows. The diner is projected to open in six weeks.
“I run my entire business on the grace of the Lord and I do think that this is a godsend and that God’s got my back,” Clark said. “This is going to be an amazing thing and make a huge impact on Corpus Christi and we’re hoping Corpus Christi is definitely going to back us.”
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