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Alberta Has It's Own 'Pop's Chock'Lit Shoppe' Near Calgary

Like walking onto the 'Riverdale' set. 🍔
Staff Writer

Are you obsessed with Betty, Veronica, Archie, and Jughead? For those counting down the days until CW airs the new season of Riverdale, we found a secret spot you'll want to visit. Alberta has its own version of Pop's Chock'Lit Shoppe near Calgary.

One hour from the city, you can visit Starlite Diner Car, a hidden gem in Bowden. The interior is all old-school '50s decor and will get you in the mood to rewatch old episodes of Riverdale when you get home.

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Stepping inside, you can take a seat at one of the red vinyl booths and pretend you and your BFFs are all enrolled at Riverdale High.

Plus, you'll want to check out the quirky art decorating the walls. There is everything from plush aliens to a movie poster for the Creature From The Black Lagoon.

On the menu, you'll find all the classic comfort food you crave. Many of the dishes also have funny names like the crop circle salad, alien fingers, or the did you see that green guy.

The prices are all affordable too, so there is no excuse not to go. Lunch or dinner ranges between $10.99 to $15.49, with most items coming with your choice of side. 

The portions here are generous, so make sure to go hungry.

Just like Pop's, you'll want to order a burger and a creamy milkshake. There are five different burger options to pick from, and they come loaded with toppings.

For those of you with a sweet tooth, they also carry slices of pie, sundaes, ice cream, and floats ranging from $3.99 to $6.25.

If you are craving a more authentic experience, it is time to plan a road trip around Vancouver.

There you can visit many of the filming locations, including Rocko's Family Diner, where the pilot happened.

Who knows, you might even bump into KJ Apa while checking out old filming locations.

Starlite Diner Car

Price: 💸💸

Cuisine: Diner

Address: 1 Heritage Dr., Bowden, AB

Why You Need To Go: You can visit a secret spot that looks like it belongs in Riverdale and sells the best milkshakes.

  • Stephanie White was an Ottawa-based Associate Editor for Narcity Canada. She has been writing mouthwatering food and wanderlust-inspiring articles for Canadians since 2012. She has a B.A. and B.Ed. from Ottawa University. When she isn't writing, you can find her travelling the globe and trying new restaurants. Stephanie has previously been published on Insider, Flight Network, Apartment Therapy, Faces Magazine, Daily Hive, Dished and The Spruce.

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