Remember the stir Cracker Barrel’s rebranding caused? Fans highlighted the nostalgia of the wood-covered dining room and signature imagery of a man and a barrel. Which got us thinking... what signs have not changed in Charlotte? Here are six that have stood true:
Ratcliffe’s Flowers
This historic neon sign hung above the entrance to Ratcliffe’s Florist Shop when it was constructed in 1929. While the florest no longer operates and the building is part of Bernardine’s restaurant, the sign reminds us of a blooming young Uptown.
Angry Ale’s
This Charlotte original has been serving the Montford Drive corridor for 24 years. While the signage has faded over time, the restaurant still stands as a local hangout for Charlotteans and a designated spot for App State alumni.
Dairy Queen
Preston and Irene Aaron opened Dairy Queen along Wilkinson Boulevard in 1947. Despite the building’s sale earlier this year, there are no plans to relocate or remodel Charlotte’s oldest DQ.
Park Road Shopping Center
Known as the Queen City’s first open-air shopping center, this destination still displays its iconic (and restored) signage + features a historical collage showcasing the original tenants on site.
Alexander Michael’s
The Crowell-Berryhill Store opened in 1897, and served as a paint store, laundromat, and gym, before opening in 1983 as Alexander Michael’s.
21 South Drive-In
This not-so-hidden gem has been serving customers since 1955. While you can dine outside, it’s nostalgic (and recommended) to order and dine from your car.
What’s your favorite old-school sign? Let us know.
