I loved that place! Are there still any in SA?
Burger Boy in San Antonio traces its direct lineage back to Frank Bates’ regional chain called Whopper Burger, which opened in 1955—two years before Burger King introduced its famous sandwich.The Whopper Burger HistoryThe Trademark: Frank Bates owned the trademark rights to the name “Whopper” in San Antonio.Blocking Burger King: Because of this local trademark, Burger King could not use or advertise the “Whopper” name in the Alamo City and had to call it the “Deluxe” instead.The Sale: At its peak, Whopper Burger operated 20 locations in San Antonio. After Frank Bates passed away in 1983, his widow sold the company, and the original locations were eventually acquired by Burger King’s parent company or rebranded.The Birth of Burger BoyThe Connection: Frank Bates’ son, Carl Bates, kept the family recipe and tradition alive by opening the first Burger Boy in 1985 at the original St. Mary’s Street location.The Mascot: The name and iconic chubby chef mascot were carried over directly from the original Whopper Burger branding.Today: Local investors purchased Burger Boy in 2017 and have expanded the beloved local chain across San Antonio while keeping classics like the Bates Special and Orange Freeze alive. Most users on Reddit note that this unique local trademark battle is why San Antonio holds such a distinct place in fast-food history.If you’d like, I can share:Menu favorites and classic items at Burger BoyLocations currently open around San Antonio
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