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10 Regional Only Restaurants We Wish Were Everywhere (Part 2)

Feb 27, 2020
We all know that America is the land of the free, the brave, and the hallmark of democracy. The United States is also the home of fast food. The fast food market has seen many changes over the decades, but it remains as popular as ever. While big brands and franchises have taken over the world, there are some fast food

restaurants

that have stayed local. These little gems can

only

be found in certain regions of the country; and although they are firm favorites of the locals, they have never ventured outside their respective areas, which for many of us is a real tragedy.
10 regional only restaurants we wish were everywhere part 2
Original Tommy's We start our list with one of the best fast food

restaurants

in California. The original Tommy's first opened its doors in the 1940s and soon became a must-visit for all burger lovers. Starting with just one small stand, Original Tommy's sold burgers and hot dogs, but with a twist. The difference between Original Tommy's and its competitors is the now famous chili that tops it all. Original Tommy's expanded rapidly and soon had 30 restaurants to its name. Unfortunately for most of us, they are restricted to the Los Angeles area, with the exception of the three locations in Nevada.
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As the decades have passed, Original Tommy's may have added more than burgers and hot dogs to their menus, but the chili is the same and can be topped with any menu item. It may not be gourmet food, but when it tastes this good, no one complains. Big John Steak & Onion There are certain foods that will always be linked to places; New York pizza, Texas ribs, Kentucky chicken and the list goes on! However, at the top of this list reigns the Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich. The idea of ​​putting cheese on steak will forever be linked to the city of brotherly love.
10 regional only restaurants we wish were everywhere part 2
So if you're far from the East Coast, driving through Michigan, and looking for an alternative version of the Philly Cheesesteak, look no further than Big John Steak & Onion. Big John Steak & Onion, which started out as a fried chicken restaurant, quickly shifted focus and turned its attention to the Cheesesteak sandwich. Big John Steak & Onion uses the best, freshest ingredients, along with its flavorful signature steak, to put its own spin on a true American classic. Jack In The Box In today's society, the world is becoming much more health conscious and fast food restaurants are doing their best to follow suit.
10 regional only restaurants we wish were everywhere part 2
Most restaurants are adding healthier options to their menus, in addition to listing ingredients and even calories, as they strive to stay ahead of the competition and stay on top of trends. With this in mind, it may be comforting for some to find a restaurant that still delves into the unhealthy side of fast food. Founded in the early 1950s, with its trademark Burgers and Tacos (which it still serves today), Jack In The Box quickly became an American institution. While offering healthier options, Jack In The Box is primarily interested in comfort food. Waffles can be used as bread and you can even eat your burger with a side of tacos, which are of course fried.
Sometimes all we need is a night out at Jack In The Box. Ted's Hot Dogs When most of us think about fast food, our minds automatically jump to burgers, pizza or fried chicken. While these are a staple of delicious treats, we can't forget the simple but classic Hotdog, and they don't come much better or more classic than Ted's Hot Dogs. Founded back in the 1920s by Greek immigrant Theodore Spiro Liaros, Ted's began life as a horse-drawn hot dog cart. Taking advantage of the construction of the 'Peace' Bridge between Buffalo and Canada, Ted's Hot Dogs quickly became the workers' favorite fast food.
Once the bridge was completed, Ted's Hot Dogs purchased a more permanent location there. Soon, Ted's Hot Dogs became a must-have snack for Buffalonians. While Ted's may have expanded its menu over the years; Adding hamburgers and sandwiches, hot dogs continue to be a crowd-pleaser. With a variety of ingredients and sizes, they are a must-have for anyone passing through upstate New York. Burgerville Next, we turn our attention to the states of Oregon and Washington as we introduce you to Burgerville. Burgerville, a success story founded in the early 1960s, had the simple dream of supplying America with good, clean, healthy burgers.
Sticking with an “old school” style burger, Burgerville has come a long way since opening its doors. It now has several new items on its menu, including breakfast sandwiches and even Fish & Chips. Founded in 1961, Burgerville prided itself on using locally sourced ingredients, something rare at the time. Not

only

that, Burgerville has seasonal menus; garnishes, fish, fruit and even cheese vary with the seasons. Burgerville has found a very strong way to integrate fast food with local products, an act that larger chains are slowly starting to adopt. The chain is also committed to using 100% wind energy in all its restaurants and headquarters.
Fans of the chain call Burgerville the fast food of the future. Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers If there's one thing every fast food list needs, it's a great Southern Fried Chicken spot. What could be better, or more Southern, than Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers? Founded in the not-too-distant past of 1996 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Raising Cain's Chicken Fingers began with a simple business plan: serve finger-licking good chicken. A plan that they executed to perfection. While working as fishermen, the founders originally wanted to name the restaurant "Sockeye's" Chicken Fingers after the salmon they caught. However, they didn't want to confuse people about whether it was a seafood restaurant or a chicken restaurant, so they decided to change the name.
The chain takes its name from the founder's dog, a yellow Labrador named "Raising Cane." Years later, the restaurant still prides itself on having a limited menu, this way it can focus and specialize in, you guessed it, Chicken Fingers. Following a simple premise may have helped make Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers a true fried chicken powerhouse. Waffle House When it comes to food, especially junk food, nothing beats what we ate growing up. Smells, flavors, and textures seemed more intense and satisfying when we were younger. Of all the foods on the market, few connect as well with children as waffles.
Although there are many Waffle restaurants in the US, Waffle House has become the face of this childhood favorite fast food. Waffle House opened its doors in the mid-1950s and prides itself on its warm, friendly, and of course, delicious Waffles. Although the menu is known to confuse people (fries have their own language after all!), this hasn't stopped Waffle House from becoming the unsung hero of fast food. Waffle House raised the bar for all diners. Even rap stars like 2 Chains have sung his praises. Kid Rock once got into a fight at Waffle House in Atlanta in 2007. The chain is open all night and while every other chain is busy focusing on speed, with the number of drive-thrus skyrocketing, Waffle House has built its reputation on table. service.
Although they are still considered junk food, they are one of the last chains that still serves fast food right to your table. Burger Time Most of the restaurants on this list start with one goal: to serve cheap, fast food. It's a simple mantra and while most expand on it, some choose to follow it. Companies like McDonald's and Burger King may have expanded and expanded, constantly changing and adding to their menus. While they may have cornered almost every market in the known world, some feel it cost those giants that extra something that made them special in the first place.
Luckily, for those people who feel this way, there is Burger Time. Although founded in the late 1980s, Burger Time has stuck to the simple practices of yesteryear. They are known for their great burgers. The fan favorite is the "Bigger Burger," a whopping 1/3 pound of fire-grilled beef that puts its rivals to shame. Eighty percent of its sales come from Bigger Burger alone. Its small menus can make Burger Time look vintage; its outdoor restaurants only offer drive-thru or walk-in service. But when you make burgers your number one priority, then you know they'll be good and most North Dakota locals will agree that Burger Time has perfected the perfect burger.
Del Taco If there is one benefit of fast food, it is to satisfy that midnight craving we sometimes feel. We just want something tasty and quick. When this happens, people usually rush to the nearest Del Taco restaurant as soon as possible. Opened in the 1960s, 'Casa' Del Taco made a huge impact in its first decade. Fusing Mexican and American cuisine, 'Casa' Del Taco turned a profit, which quickly led to the opening of other restaurants, as well as dropping the 'Casa' from the name. Soon, Del Taco became a must-have for any California resident, although the company has had its fair share of ups and downs as of late.
It was on the verge of bankruptcy in the early '90s before expanding and thriving again in the 2000s. In 2019, Del Taco introduced vegetarian Beyond Tacos in

part

nership with Beyond Meat. The company caters to vegans with several meat-free options on its menu. Del Taco has also benefited greatly from using mascots to promote its food and restaurants. Although Del Taco has always prided itself on its fusion variety, everyone seeks out Mexican cuisine and the star attraction is the infamous Burrito. So whether it's a quick snack or a filling meal, Del Taco does it all. Unfortunately for most of us, DelTaco remains primarily on the West Coast with a few more in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Utah.
White Castle Harold and Kumar were right. The number one entry on our list of fast food restaurants we

wish

were

everywhere

is the glorious White Castle. It is difficult for us to understand how this pioneer of the world of fast food has not taken over the world like his rivals have done. White Castle is credited with starting the fast food movement long ago, in 1921, and brought you and me the world square burgers, or "Sliders." Hamburgers and the iconic logo have been a staple in American culture for decades. In 2014, Time magazine named it the most influential hamburger in history.
Many other chains have tried to recreate the square burger concept. In 2018, White Castle began selling meatless Impossible Burgers that closely mimic the taste of its original slider. While White Castle may have expanded from its roots in the Midwest by selling their Sliders in local grocery stores, they have yet to expand further. Some are happy with this because it makes their

part

of the world unique, but most of us would love to see a White Castle in our city. There are more than 420 retail locations, most located in the Midwest, Kentucky and Tennessee. Compare that to McDonald's with its 36,000 restaurants worldwide and you'll get an idea of ​​how rare this little gem of a burger is.
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