9 Weird Facts About In-N-Out Burger
Even if you're familiar with their menu, chances are you’ve never heard about these weird facts.
In-N-Out Burger has become one of the most beloved hamburger establishments on the West Coast, and for good reason. The California-born chain makes some of the best fast-food cheeseburgers around, and the affordable price point doesn’t hurt either. Whether you’re in search of a quick lunch or a late-night snack, In-N-Out Burger is a tried and true favorite that’s always got you covered. Fans of the chain may be surprised to learn some of these weird and interesting facts about In-N-Out Burger, many of which date back to its original location, founded in 1948.
The recipe for In-N-Out’s special sauce hasn’t changed since 1948.
One key ingredient in any In-N-Out burger is the chain’s special sauce. Many have tried to copy the secret recipe, which hasn’t changed since the restaurant opened in 1948.
In-N-Out was California’s first drive-thru hamburger restaurant.
Founded by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, California, in 1948, In-N-Out Burger became the state’s first drive-thru hamburger stand. The original location measured only ten feet wide, and while Harry ran the restaurant, Esther performed accounting duties from the couple’s home.
The original In-N-Out hamburger cost $0.25.
The only major changes to the menu since the restaurant opened have been to the prices. A hamburger cost $0.25, a cheeseburger cost $0.30, and french fries cost only $0.15.
In-N-Out Burger didn’t begin selling fountain beverages until 1958.
Ten years after opening its first location, In-N-Out Burger traded bottled drinks for fountain drinks, like Pepsi Cola and Hires Root Beer. At that time, a fountain soda cost a mere $0.10.
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is a big fan.
Even the most refined palate can appreciate In-N-Out Burger’s deliciousness. World-renowned chef Gordon Ramsay has been known to delight in a Double Double from time to time, and he even goes back for seconds.
Kylie Jenner ate In-N-Out at least once a week during her first pregnancy.
While pregnant with her daughter and eldest child, Stormi, Kylie Jenner satisfied cravings with In-N-Out at least once per week.
In-N-Out was the first chain to implement a two-way speaker system for drive-thru orders.
In 1948, Harry Snyder invented the two-way speaker system in his home garage, an innovation that would later be used by every drive-thru in the country.
The yellow arrow wasn’t included in the In-N-Out logo until 1954.
Today, In-N-Out’s yellow arrow is an iconic element of the chain’s logo, but it wasn’t until six years after the first location opened that it was included in the design of the sign.
In 2010, In-N-Out sponsored drag racer Melanie Troxel.
The chain has long been associated with drag racing. Harry Snyder invested 50 percent of the cost to open a track in Irwindale, CA, in 1965, so it only makes sense that his legacy lives on through a 2010 sponsorship of Melanie Troxel.
The Internet Is Freaking Out Over Popsicle Pregnancy Reveal
Ritz Sandwich Crackers Have Been Recalled
The Most Popular Chicken Sandwich Chains in the US
My Favorite Air Fryer Is On Sale For Prime Day
