In 1940, brothers Maurice and Richard McDonald established a barbecue restaurant in San Bernardino, California they called simply "McDonald's." Originally offering things like barbecued pork ...

Even company-owned stores take only 16% of proceeds. Since 1948, when McDonald's was first opened by brothers Maurice and Richard McDonald, the iconic fries, burgers, and milkshakes spot has found ...

Though the restaurant’s concept began with brothers Maurice and Richard McDonald in southern California, many of the company’s innovations have happened right here in Chicago. Here’s a look ...

In 1940, Richard and Maurice McDonald opened their first burger stand in San Bernardino, CA. With the help of Ray Kroc, the brothers took their restaurant across the country over the course of the ...