🥤 Birthplace of A&W Root Beer – Lodi, California

Ash and Simba the Adventure Pup 🐾 visited the birthplace of A&W Root Beer in Lodi, California — where Roy W. Allen first sold his legendary frosty mugs of root beer in June 1919. Though the original roadside stand is long gone, the site at 13 Pine Street remains a landmark of American soda history, proudly commemorated by a mural and a sidewalk plaque marking where it all began.

Just a short walk away, the A&W Restaurant at 216 E. Lodi Avenue continues the legacy — complete with vintage memorabilia, classic décor, and the timeless flavor that started it all.

📍 In This Video You’ll See

- The mural on the side of the building commemorating the historic A&W site 🎨
- Exterior and interior footage of the nearby A&W restaurant 🍔🥤
- Displays of vintage memorabilia celebrating over a century of root beer history 🕰️
- Simba exploring downtown Lodi’s nostalgic small-town charm 🐾

🎥 Watch the Video

Join us as we travel back to 1919 — when one man, a barrel of root beer, and a summer evening in Lodi kicked off one of America’s most iconic beverage brands. This video captures the sweetness of nostalgia, local pride, and a slice of vintage Americana still bubbling today.

🍺 Why It’s Worth Visiting

If you love food history, retro culture, or roadside Americana, this stop is a must. The A&W legacy started right here, and you can still taste that same frosty tradition a century later. It’s the perfect mix of nostalgia and California road-trip fun.

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