When
you first enter the Los Banos area, you might notice the same corporate
stores that are found in nearly every city today. But in Los Banos
there is a store on J street which continues to offer quick and friendly
service, along with home cooked meals and an Old-fashioned soda
fountain. Los Banos Drug Co, or “Rexall’s” is located at 601 Street in
the downtown area across from Sixth Street Diner. Although the parking
in that area is a little tricky, it is well worth the trip. Having
opened in the 1930’s LB Co. still maintains the vintage appears inside
and out. With it’s classic neon signs and homey appearance, it welcomes
locals and visitors alike.
Stepping
inside, I was surprised to see the the Lunch counter was full with a
small line waiting patiently to enjoy the home cooked meals and
old-fashioned drinks. Inside the store there is a “gift shop” section
filled with memorabilia and interesting items you’d find at most
pharmacies. The staff is friendly and helpful, the environment was down
to earth and relaxing. Seeing as I’m used to corporate pharmacy’s like
wal-mart or target I was happy to find out that LB Co. is a fully
functioning pharmacy that also delivers and actually cares about it’s
customers, whether it’s prescription or a medicinal concern. Having been
open since the 1930’s it was amazing to find there is still some
historic feel left in town.
