Downey, California (1953)
The oldest operational McDonald’s, it features the original Golden Arches design and still serves food today.
North Hollywood, California (1955)
One of the earliest franchises in the Los Angeles area, this location is known for retaining its original
Glendale, Arizona (1954)
A small but influential location, it helped expand McDonald's reach in the southwestern United States.
Alhambra, California (1953)
This spot is still recognizable for its vintage styling and has become a local historical landmark.
Phoenix, Arizona (1953)
Known for having one of the first drive-thrus, this location played a key role in McDonald's early expansion.
Lakewood Boulevard, California (1953)
A classic mid-century design, this is one of the earliest franchise locations built after the
San Bernardino, California (1940)
The original McDonald's location, run by the McDonald brothers, has since been replaced by a museum
Des Plaines, Illinois (1955)
This location is often mistaken as the first McDonald's since it was Ray Kroc’s first franchise, now preserved as a museum.