White Tower Hamburgers
White Tower Hamburgers[edit | edit source]
White Tower Hamburgers is a fast-food restaurant chain that was founded in the United States in 1926. The chain was known for its small, square hamburgers, similar to those offered by White Castle.
History[edit | edit source]
White Tower Hamburgers was established in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, by Thomas E. Saxe, who was inspired by the success of White Castle. The first restaurant was opened in 1926, and by 1927, the chain had expanded to 15 locations. At its peak, White Tower had more than 230 locations across the Midwest and the East Coast.
Menu[edit | edit source]
The menu at White Tower Hamburgers was simple and focused on hamburgers. The chain's signature item was the White Tower hamburger, a small, square patty served on a bun with onions and pickles. Other menu items included cheeseburgers, fish sandwiches, and breakfast items like eggs and toast.
Architecture[edit | edit source]
The architecture of White Tower Hamburgers restaurants was distinctive. The buildings were designed to resemble white castles, with a tower on one corner. This design was similar to that of White Castle restaurants, leading to a lawsuit in the 1930s. White Tower was forced to change its design and pay damages to White Castle.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
White Tower Hamburgers has left a lasting legacy in the fast-food industry. The chain was one of the first to use a standardized design for its restaurants, a practice that is now common in the industry. Despite its decline in the late 20th century, White Tower is still remembered for its distinctive architecture and its small, square hamburgers.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- "White Tower Hamburgers." The New York Times. Retrieved from https://www.nytimes.com/topic/company/white-tower-hamburgers
- "White Tower Hamburgers." The Milwaukee Journal. Retrieved from https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/milwaukee/2017/08/25/white-tower-hamburgers-milwaukee/601853001/
- "White Tower Hamburgers." The Chicago Tribune. Retrieved from https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-2001-05-06-0105060369-story.html
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