Drive-In Restaurants in the U.S. Directory
Experience car-side dining with more than 250 drive-in restaurants still in operation across the US. Have you ever eaten at one?
FOOD HISTORY
You love reading about food on Burger Beast and now you can get a little history to go with that!
Taking a Howdy Beef n’ Burger History Deep Dive
I had no idea that a Howdy Beef n’ Burger existed. I thought it might have been a one-shop tester until I read there were twenty-seven locations.
Krystal vs White Castle Challenge: Which is Better?
Can Burger Beast answer the age-old question of who makes the better slider? It’s a Krystal vs White Castle Challenge!
Remembering LUMS Restaurant + History
LUMS was a popular restaurant chain known for its signature hot dogs cooked in beer founded in 1956 by Stuart and Clifford Perlman in Miami Beach, Florida.
Velvet Creme Doughnuts + History
Velvet Creme Doughnuts is a historic Miami doughnut shop founded in 1947. They are currently looking for investors to reopen.
Carl’s Jr.’s in Miami + History
Carl’s Jr. opened in Miami, Florida, and plans to open 35 restaurants in South Florida. They’re bringing some of that California burger culture to Miami.
Eat’n Park in Erie, Pennsylvania
Explore the story of Eat’n Park and the Big Boy burger Sandwich, the unique double deck burger that served as an inspiration for the Big Mac. Find out why I declined to be featured on The Food That Built America.
Walgreen’s Original Malted Milk Shake Recipe
In the 1920s, Walgreens skyrocketed to success. Get to know Pop Coulson’s innovative Chocolate Malted Milk Shake with the recipe included!
The Original Ranch House in Hialeah
Yes, there is one Ranch House restaurant left in Hialeah, and over the years, it has evolved to fit in better with the Cuban community that grew around it.
Burger King #17 in Miami embraces its History
Burger King #17 in North Miami embraces its history, has excellent customer service, and executes on the food.
Laurel Tavern Donuts in Laurel, Maryland
On our way to Philadelphia, we stopped in Maryland to visit Laurel Tavern Donuts (Little Tavern Shops), one of the hundreds of restaurants inspired by the White Castle System.
Is there an In N Out in Gainesville, Florida?
Is there really an In-N-Out in Gainesville, Florida? Well, kinda; at one point, there were several locations.
I can confirm there was an In N’ Out, but it was not the celebrated and iconic brand from California.
A Lil’ History about Diners, Drive-Ins & Luncheonettes
My deep appreciation for the hamburger sandwich grew from stops on road food trips at diners, drive-ins, and luncheonettes.
My Memories of McDonaldland & the Burger King Kingdom
I was McDonald’s and Burger King’s target market. So I ate up everything McDonald’s McDonaldland, and the Burger King Kingdom had to offer.
To this very day, I still love these characters and the memories associated with them.
Miami Burger Chain History in the Miami New Times
Burger Beast’s first official story for the Miami New Times is a historical piece on Miami Burger Chains.
Burger Chef’s History Brings a Smile to My Face, What About You?
When remembering Burger Chef, you need to take into consideration that in just ten years they became the second-largest burger chain in the 1960s.
Take the Miami Burger History Quiz
Take the Miami Burger History Quiz but I highly doubt you will get 100% of the questions correct.
It’s not really a dare cause I know you won’t.
Great American Burger Emporium aka GABE’s Burgers
Gabe’s Burgers was my favorite burger joint growing up.
I loved Rudy’s, but it was Gabe’s that had my meat-loving heart.
Old Miami Restaurant Buildings
Discover the hidden gems of old Miami restaurants in this intriguing blog series. Uncover the history and explore unique buildings still standing.
The Story of Bob’s Big Boy and its Double-Deck Hamburger
Bob Wian learned the systems of a coffee shop and went on to create Bob’s Big Boy. Discover the story of the founder and how it all began.
Claudia Sanders Dinner House in Shelbyville
Claudia Sanders Dinner House is located inside an old country-style two-story home in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Her husband, Colonel Sanders, founded KFC.
Char-Hut Burgers in Davie, Florida
Broward County’s Char-Hut cooks your burgers right in front of you on a two foot grill. I’m sure I don’t have to tell you how intoxicating that smell is.
Closed Burger Chains in South Florida
Some of these burger chains haven’t been in South Florida for decades, but it might be nice if they returned.
It’s not as if they don’t exist anymore.
A History of Ollie’s Trolley Restaurants
Discover Ollie’s Trolley – LUMS’ famous offshoot brand in Miami Beach. Stuart and Clifford Perlman sold 300+ locations to KFC’s John Y. Brown.