Henry’s Hamburgers
Henry’s Hamburgers was founded by an ice cream company in an effort to expand on their malts and shakes. They copied McDonald’s model and offered ten hamburgers for a dollar! Its heyday was back in the 60’s, but the company saw a decline the following decade. They failed to keep up with their competitors as they did not offer a drive-in and a diverse menu. The last remaining location is in Benton Harbor, Michigan.
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Sandy’s
Burger restaurant Sandy’s opened its first shop in central Illinois. The four founders initially wanted to open McDonald’s franchises, but the cost was exorbitant. Instead, they opened a new burger joint chain, but it only lasted 20 years before they ran into the ground.