The Franklin Fountain - old-fashioned soda fountain in Old City

The Franklin Fountain is a Victorian-style ice cream parlor and soda fountain located in Philadelphia's Old City that recreates early 20th-century soda fountain service. Known for handmade ice cream, sundaes, and traditional soda fountain beverages, it is a locally popular spot for desserts and family outings. The shop's period decor and sundaes are frequently cited by residents as a quintessential Old City treat.