Whataburger’s distinctive A-frame buildings were its most recognizable features for many years, but the first ever location was set up long before they came along. Located in Corpus Christi, Texas, it was opened in 1950 by Harmon Dobson and Paul Burton, who wanted to sell a burger so big and tasty that customers would exclaim “What a burger!” on their first bite. While it’s no longer there, you can see a replica on the same site.

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