When did McDonald's start?

Just like we do today. McDonald's as we know it began in 1955 when Ray Kroc opened his first restaurant in Illinois, inspired by the McDonald brothers' restaurant and thus, gave the restaurant their now famous name. McDonald's opened its first restaurant in the U.K. in Woolwich, south London, in October 1974. We've never looked back.

Why did McDonald's get its name?

Contrary to what many believe, the name McDonald’s doesn’t have a deep hidden meaning. It was purely chosen because it sounded catchy and appealing to customers. The simplicity and familiarity of the name have indeed contributed to its success. How did McDonald’s expand globally?

Who is the founder of McDonald's?

So, let’s dive right in! Who is the founder of McDonald’s? The founders of McDonald’s are Richard and Maurice McDonald. They were brothers who opened a small drive-in restaurant in San Bernardino, California, in 1940.