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    Nelson's Old Riverton Store

    4.3 (34 reviews)
    InexpensiveDelis, Sandwiches
    Open 8:30 am - 7:00 pm

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    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Diana T.

    First off, this is not a fancy diner. It is just a tiny old grocery store that makes generous and inexpensive sandwiches for a great price and you can add chips and drinks (water or soda). Two of us ate there for less than $12 last week. You order your sandwich(es) at the deli counter at the back of the store. The sandwich is made fresh on your choice of bread with lots of meat, cheese, condiment and add ons (lettuce, pickles, tomato). Please know the bread is sliced sandwich bread (not fancy bakery items). You pay at the register when you pick up your sandwich along with whatever else you picked up in the little store. The real significance of this place is that it is an old grocery located in Riverton, Ks on historic Route 66. One room in the store is Route 66 merchandise. This is not a McDonalds, Wendys, etc. standard eating out experience. This is a funky, one of a kind and interesting small place to eat (there is a few tables and chairs in a covered area just outside the small store). It also serves as a snack stop or perhaps a convenience store for folks in Riverton who don't want to go to Joplin or other towns nearby. This is a place for those who aren't afraid to try something a bit different where they don't know what they will experience. Be brave and check these nice people out. Go Riverton Rams!!!

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    Andy N.

    Happy Independence Day! In honor of America's birthday, I'd like to take us back to a classic store here in America's Main Road... and what better store to visit for your Route 66 souvenirs than the oldest operating shop that still exists on the road today? Driving through Kansas, we hustled and made it a priority to stop by this little shop in Riverton. Right as you drive in you will see old relics from the historic route as well as signs advertising essentials to driving travelers. A young shop keeper was present to ring us up, and we assume it was someone that was part of the family. The store contains two sections: one half immediately selling basic goods such as snacks, refreshments, cigs, etc., while a second half houses primarily Route 66 souvenirs from magnets to signage. Walking in felt like stepping into the American past. We spent a majority of our time in the Route 66 room and were pleasantly surprised at the number of items that drew our attention. My friend and I managed to purchase some great magnets, maps, and road signs from this little store. We were very pleased with everything purchased and really enjoyed the experience shopping at this store. This shop is a must for anybody on Route 66. You're going to really enjoy the blast to the past and souvenirs you'll get just from this one spot.

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    We walked in and the man working did not greet us at all. We where respectful and quiet walked around the shop and looked at all the old Route 66 stuff and the guy was extremely rude to me and my friends. when he hung up the phone, we said good mornin and tried to be polite but I don't think he wanted anyone there for anything. We said have a nice day and left we will not be back.

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    Stumbled upon what looked like a cool little historic store. Me and my friends wanted to try the sandwiches, because of all the good reviews. When we walked in the man working was busy taking a personal call, did not greet us. We were walking around checking everything out quietly, when he finished his phone call he made a very rude remark about "none of us conversing with him". Was excited to read some of the cool information about Galena here and try the food but his service made us leave. Sadly we won't be returning.

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    8 months ago

    Adorable little store, makes great sandwiches.. lots of things for sale there, older food choices, clothes, trinkets. Very nice place!

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    Great people, great food with lots of history! Highly recommended. There are not a lot of these kind of places left.

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    3 years ago

    Best sandwiches around. Love this place. Good selection of plants in spring and summer months. Route 66 memorabilia

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    They are all super friendly and I love their pies and sodas from the fountain! Plus their sandwiches are delicious!

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    Quaint little store with groceries and a Deli Counter for custom sandwiches. Owner very nice

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    6 years ago

    Best sandwiches anywhere! Scott also provides great service and gives you that home town feel.

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    9 years ago

    Like stepping back in time. Everyone that works here is pleasant and very helpful. The sandwiches may seem basic, but are out of this world.

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    10 years ago

    Good sandwiches and inexpensive.cute little place. Nit fancy by any means. prices were good for what you get

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    It's sucks highly don't recommend at all, the sandwiches are not good and taste expired

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    This is one of the cutest places I have ever been in my life and a MUST visit if you are traveling on Route 66.

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    Bricks and Brews - Voodoo Child (left) and don't remember the one on the right but the homemade meatballs were great!

    Voodoo Child (left) and don't remember the one on the right but the homemade meatballs were great!

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    Mall Deli - Chili cheese Nathan's hot dog. Delicious

    Chili cheese Nathan's hot dog. Delicious

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