Penny Grocery

Poor old Penny Grocery at 2934 Kingsway is another old corner store that didn't make it. From what I can figure it probably closed its doors back in 2010. No doubt the Town Pantry at the Chevron station right next door sealed its fate. A one stop shop for drivers getting gas was probably just more convenient than having to walk and extra 20 feet to buy something at Penny.

What is remarkable about the store is its old 7up sign which is still there today. Although there are a few old Coke signs still left around Vancouver there aren't many 7up signs. This is one of only three left around town. The others are the former Olympic Grocery at 16th and Heather Street and Cardero Grocery in the West End. The sign is most likely from the early 1960's but the 7up logo with bubbles dates from the 1950's. The owners of the property might not realize it but signs of that vintage are selling in the $650 range per side!