Pops 66 is a unique mixture of a roadside attraction, diner, soda store, and gas station. Located on the iconic Route 66, Pops 66 has a 66-foot (20-meter) tall soda-shaped statue lit up by neon lights. After taking a picture of this wondrous and unusual design, head into the building behind the statue and discover a store that sells numerous flavors of soda. Whether you want a retro drink or a unique flavor that's not normally sold, you'll find it here! After all that shopping you may get hungry so check out the diner as well. They serve delicious American dishes and are known for their shakes and, or course, sodas.
Sooner Mall is well located on West Main Street in Norman. This regional mall is anchored by Sears, Old Navy, JC Penney and Dillard's.
Mitchell's Jewelry offers an exquisite collection of timeless pieces and contemporary jewelry at great prices. Choose from a collection of brands like Parle, Kirk Kara, Dove's and Scott Kay.
If you are looking for an unusual toy that cannot be found at the national chains, you will probably find just what you need in this Norman shop, not too far south of Oklahoma City. With great toys from makers like Learning Curve and Lee Middleton Dolls, as well as many other out-of-the-ordinary brands, this store will likely have the perfect item for you. If you bring a child, from infant through about age 11, you can be sure he will find something he wants, and it will not be an electronic game, they do not carry them.
Nestled in a residential neighborhood with the feel of a cozy neighborhood market, the Earth Natural Foods is Norman's oldest health food and organic grocery store. Opened in 1969, the inside still exudes the ideals of peace and love. And you need not panic, for all of their fresh produce is organic. The Earth carries a wide selection of bulk herbs, teas, spices, nuts, grains and dried fruit. They also offer an assortment of natural foods grocery items, with many vitamins and vegetarian and vegan options as well as a health and body section. Often, you will find pre-packaged deli goods such as specialty hummus, tabouli and tuna salad brought over from the Earth Cafe & Deli, which used to be located in the grocery store, but is now in a separate location at Campus Corner, right next to the University of Oklahoma a short bicycle ride away. With regard to bicycles, the Earth offers a ten percent discount to customers who arrive by bike or by foot. Those who arrive in cars can park in the gravel lot behind the store, where you will also find a lovely community garden, maintained by volunteers, and picnic tables in the shade, at which you can relax while enjoying your kombucha, tamari almonds and dried mango. Norman is about a half-hour drive south of Oklahoma City along I-35.