Royal Castle
Royal Castle was a burger joint chain that came with a mom and pop vibe. They earned popularity for mini hamburgers like those offered at White Castle. The company’s motto was “Fit for a king!” At its most famous, they boasted of 175 locations. Sadly, they have since closed most locations, but you can still get your fix at the last remaining store in Miami.
Pup ‘N’ Taco
Pup ‘N’ Taco was a fast food joint focused on tacos, pastrami sandwiches, and hot dogs. They opened the first location in Pasadena in 1965, and there were 62 joints only 8 years later. They were best known for the prime locations that drew in customers and drained the company’s finances. They eventually sold Pup ‘N’ Taco to Taco Bell in 1984. The last few franchises were called “Pop ‘n’ Taco” instead.