Muncie, Indiana is a terrific place to spot vintage signs and this is the crown jewel of them all. This gorgeous vintage McDonald’s sign was installed in 1958.
The restaurant has been remodeled but the sign has been well kept and still lights up. It’s even more impressive in person than it appears in pictures.
Like most kids, I was a fan of McDonald’s as a child. A cheeseburger Happy Meal with the toy and cookies was the bomb. My folks say I called it Donald’s and announced to everyone in the car that there was a Donald’s nearby once I recognized the Golden Arches. I don’t go there much anymore as they’re not hospitable to vegetarians but I do have a weakness for the Egg McMuffin without the meat and a Diet Coke. That’s a breakfast of champions for any road tripper especially when there’s a gorgeous old sign to enjoy.
If you go, it’s located at 500 East Charles Street, Muncie.
The McMuffin and coffee on a road trip (or a shake and fries) is about the only time you’ll find me at a McDonald’s. We didn’t live near one when I was growing up. There were local fast food options, though.
I understand. They cook their fries in beef grease so they’re off limits for me. Plus, it seems their ice cream machines are constantly out of order so I stick to breakfast. I have read they add extra carbonation to their pop, making their Diet Come the best that money can buy!
I thought they switched to vegetable oil decades ago. Hmm. Might be worth checking.
In the US, their cooking involves vegetable oils like corn, soybean, and canola. They also have chemical preservatives and natural beef additives from milk and wheat. Their fries taste like beef to me.
Great writeup! Muncie also has a cool old neon Arby’s “hat” sign. I’ve enjoyed reading what you’ve written about the city I live in!
Thank you! It’s a great place ! And you can bet I braked for that Arby’s sign too! 🙂