Fondly remember going to the Wetsons in Franklin Square with my mom (on Hempstead Tpke, right ?) My father also took us to the Wetsons on sunrise highway in valley stream.he would buy me and my older brother a hamburger,fries,and soda and I would sit in the back seat of our 1964 black Cadillac.then he would buy some food for my mom and younger brother who were home waiting for us to finish our eats.great food and even better memories .now my dad is in his 90s g-d bless and hes a Burger King fan ! The total years of both and they are still selling burgers and fries at that location. ESTATE AUCTION The Late Errol Wetanson. Flipped burgers, mopped floors after they closed. Actually, the one in Valley Stream was on Sunrise Highway east of Green Acres. Piping hot mozzarella cheese that would stretch the length of the forearm when bitten into.. The other Wetsons was located on the corner of east Sunrise Highway & Penataquit Avenuealso in Bay Shore, located directly across from South Shore Mall. Remember it very well. Grew up in Valley Stream. Grew up in Garden City and remember 1967 grad year driving to the Wetson off of Hempstead Tpk in West Hempstead near Kleins, LOVED THEIR FRENCH FRIES! The one in Glen Cove was that on Glen st? Great memories. Rax Roast Beef is a regional U.S. fast food restaurant chain specializing in roast beef sandwiches. Defunct 1970 Wetson's Hamburger Restaurant New York Metropolitan Classic T-Shirt. All" more Damn Burger King and McDonalds ruined Wetsons and put it out of business Howard Johnsons Thanks for the memories. I also worked in the Lawrence Wetsons after high school for about a year. I was just telling my husband about Wetsons and the best childhood memoreis ever. The original building remained there on the site until just a few years ago. I remember one in Bellport, NY on Station Road off of Montauk Highway. Great memories. I remember a Wetsons on Jericho Tpke. I remember because I named my dog Wetson. Always went to the one in Roslyn on Northern Blvd..Loved the burger because the pickles were much more tasty than McDonalds or BKThe crinkle cut fries were better than McDonalds or BKPort Washington went years before we had a Burger King. I loved Westons. We use to get great little burgers from a place on the corner across from the school. They closed when they opened the Rockaway and Sunrise store. Great memories at Bethpage location best fries and burgers then go next door to jolly Rogers always a treat. and 247 Street. Then youd put each potato into a slicer, water them down, and fry them. It is now a Top Banana, which is a combination bodega and pizza parlor (dont ask!). I loved the busiest days because the day would fly by. They seemed tremendous to me at the time. To my disappointment, this location had only orange bricks instead of the usual striped orange & white design. Present this card at address below and Receive Free our delicious Filet of Fish Sandwich. Herbs son Errol parked his XKE there every day before he married Margaux Hemingway. I worked at that older Wetsons in Valley Stream in the early1970s after the new one opened west of that one also on Sunrise Hwy, but on the corner of Rockaway Pkwy. Races!!!!!! attending St. Pats, we used to run around and play in the parking lot The lines were out the door. Except I do remember the manager Gus was constantly scolding any of the customers who had there feet up on the benches of the eating booths. There was a rifle range in the middle school cellar and kids would have their rifles on the school buses bringing them to practice there. Owner Wetenson, had 2 sons. Tony Packo's chili dogs Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr We used to live behind the VS Wetsons which was built after we moved there. Best guy in the world , wed all visit him years later. I worked at the Freeport Station Wetsons in the early 60s. from street hemis to all sorts of things on trailers waiting. YUP. I can still taste the ketchup, pickles, and onions. strawberry 680 Cal. Youre right on that. I miss the good times in the early 60s. excellent.great burgers and fries at a decent price..and a dunkin donut was right down the street where you could watch them actually make the donuts.what a country!!! I thought it was the best burger in the world a child. I know I ate there but people I talk to dont remember it.. Food was good. Shown here is Wetson's of Rego Park at. I use to attend Louis pasteur jhs 67 in Little neck ny at lunch some of us ran down the hill to get those super burgers and get back to school on time. buying LPs in the late 80s to mid 90s. When they went out of business I did not shed tears. Yes I Remember Wetsons On Northern Blvd In LIttle Neck Queens, I Used To Go To Wetons Hamburger Place For Lunch. I used to hang out at Wetson on Hempstead Tpk with the hot rods back in the mid 60s. Roslyn, NY Northern Boulevard (now East Hills Chevrolet within the old structure) Freeport, NY Sunrise Highway at Henry Street As a kid Started making 95 cents an hour with 10 cents going to the union. The Wetsons on Glen St. Flushing, NY Northern Boulevard (Route 25A) and 147th Street (now a liquor store/7-11) MONTVILLE -- An undated photo of Wetson's Hamburgers, located at Route 46 and Hook Mountain Road in Montville. I used to eat at the one in Hicksville when I worked a mile away. 29;000 pounds of meat, which is. Wetson's, like many hamburger joints founded in the 1960s, was inspired by the rapid success of McDonald's. At it's peak, it had over 70 locations in the New York Metropolitan area, as well as a few in California. We went undefeated in 71-72. 3101 Lincoln Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90405. Spent many a summer there with family. The reason Wetsons and All American burgers tasted and taste so good is they used hand separated premium ground beef. We also serve premium Wagyu beef, cage-free chicken, award-winning VegeFi Burger, Beyond Meat Burger and more. [2] The "Big W" was similar to today's McDonald's Big Mac. Thanks for this. Best guy in the world ,, Does anyone know a Gene(Eugene) who worked at the Korvette in Trumbull Ct. back in late 1960s or early 1970s., I just picked up one of these in the box. dose anyone remember ? My cousin worked there in 71. was a medical center a few feet behind where it was now also demolishd and its now Think White Castle in Hempstead was the only other fast food burger place around at the time. I used to live in Valley Stream NY. Food. A runza (also called a bierock, krautburger, or kraut pirok) is a yeast dough bread pocket with a filling consisting of beef, cabbage or sauerkraut, onions, and seasonings. Ive havent been back home in years. Bellerose, Queens. No cleverly designed utensils, everything was done by hand; the small bags for French fries were filled using metal tongs (try it very difficult to accomplish quickly). Growing up as a kid on Long Island it was the best. GUARANTEED ORIGINAL. I worked at the Wetsons on Sunrise Hwy. LOL!!! New Hyde Park Long Island, Wetson's Hamburgers 1966 by Long Island $15.99 USD SKU 121319 Pay in 4 interest-free installments for orders over $50.00 with Learn more Options Quantity Add to cart Share this: All purchased images are printed without the watermark. I loved the food, the work was difficult, but it all made for great memories. The fries were greasy, the hamburgers were too small for the bun and the fried chicken wasnt as good the Chinese restaurant. I remember the Wetsons location on Boston Ave. and Pembroke (I think). Nice to look back.when a dollar in your pocket went a long way. Jamaica, NY Hillside Ave (now a car dealership) that is wrong. The Food Was Excellent. i was sad to see the rings go. I have to drive 30 miles to get to it but its always worth it. I worked part time while a high school student at the Rego Park Woodhaven Blvd. He wound up spraying ketchup on Lombardos white blazer. Wasnt there one in Island Park? Thanks for the memories. Same building with different signage and except for the addition of hot dogs, fried clams and breakfast sandwiches, the menu was the same. bands gold crest emblazoned on the jacket. I remember the one in Teaneck, N.J. Years later I had the pleasure of meeting Errol Wetson one night at Au Bar in New York City, N.Y. A perfect gentleman with so much charisma! Wish they would return. My father owned the wetsons in hempstead.also the wetsons in Franklin square.the only picture Ive seen of a wetsons has a sunbeam alpine parked in the parking lot.that picture is the hempstead store and that car belonged to my father. I passed the test and joined the Nassau County Police Dept. The old take out place stayed open a little while after the sit down restaurant opened where the McDonalds currently is on Rockaway and Sunrise. .. We went to the Bayshore, Long Island NY one and sometimes the Freeport NY one. there used to be a wetsons in Glen Cove , between two movie theaters. After every parade, Hicksville Police Boys Club nautical cadet band bus stopped there and theyd bring out a hamburger soda and fries for every boy. They also had a pretty good Fried Fish sandwich. I used to walk to South Shore Mall from Brentwood. What are the crossroads Ray, of the one you are talking about? I used to work for Carl Wetanson. All Rights Reserved. July 18, 2013. LinkedIn 0. Thats where I had many fond memories. My Dad would pick up a sack of burgers and fries. Check out our wetsons hamburgers selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. Married to the love of his life Viviane Ventura, Actress and Socialite. The first Original Pancake House opened in 1953 in Portland, Oregon, by Les Highet and Erma Hueneke, who collected recipes for their restaurant from around the world. I remember the Franklin Square location well. Loved it and every bit as good as McDonalds. One evening we underwent inspection by a very young fellow could only have been Herbert Wetanson. Danbury, CT, White Street Man great memories. We had a Wetson s on Woodhaven /Cross Bay Bvd at Liberty Av. Staten Island, NY Forest Avenue (converted into an Italian deli) Fried" more Outdoor seating Delivery Takeout Start Order 8. We had a Wetson s on Woodhaven /Cross Bay Bvd at Liberty Av. Not the greatest memory but certainly vivid. It was a special treat to go there and I remember how I just loved their burgers! I recall the restaurant managers name was Gus, with a very long Greek surname that I cant recall exactly. Oh yeah, My Dad and Mom would take us, with his 53 Pontiac Chieftain, there from Brooklyn (Kings Plaza area) in the early 60s. I would always drive past that place and wondered if any of the DD employees knew the history of that building. Having grown up working in his father Carl Wetansons restaurants, Herb was drawn to this new and unique style of what would later become known as a "fast food" restaurant. WETANSON--Errol. Here are photos of burger places past, from my personal collection. Great memory of going there with my Dad to check it out when Wetsons opened in Bethpage. Thank you 70sKid for this article. I really miss that place. Much of my working shift was spent rehydrating the sacks of dried onions, helping to carry frozen meat patties to the grillman and generally cleaning up. every day on the way home from CCNY, I would have a fish fillet, fries and a drink while waiting for my bus. There was also one on Route 440 in Jersey City NJ which was demolished. Billy & Pete's Burger Bar 12 "with chicken, the Scoops sandwich, spicy chicken sandwich, and Classic burgers with various toppings. Wetsons at the bayshore Mall was great! Vets, Camaros Hmmmmm. Does anyone else remember it? Delicious!!! We were at my house and we went out to bring home Wetsons. The best and first time I had pizza! It even took them awhile to switch to Nathans fries. Also check out the other pages. Remember it well. Im pretty sure the Wetsons in Glen Cove was demolished to make room for The name Wetson's went into fast-food history forever. Then I got a job at Hicksville location until they closed. Lots of copycat burger recipes from fast food to upscale restaurants. The company operates Checkers and Rally's restaurants in 28 states, and the District of Columbia. I worked at that one in the early 70s. Bute, a.k.a. So glad this article was written. My dad used to take all all to these restaurants. The original Valley Stream Wetsons was on Sunrise Highway between Stewart Pl and Astor Pl (now Valley Stream Honda Pre- Owned). They even sold frozen yogurt! Loved Wetsons BIG W yum!!! At its peak, Wetson's had approximately 70 locations in the greater New York metropolitan area. Knowing we would probably get jumped, we tried to ride away but were jumped and overcome and our bikes were taken, all while a crowded street of adults stood by and did nothing. I used to work at Wetsons (early 60s) in Freeport. gtjoey1314. You may know thisalmost all the Wetsons locations were sold to the new fast food chain.McDonalds. In 1959, the fast food giant of the West Coast, McDonalds, had yet to open any restaurants in the New York area. Also one in West Hempstead I believe on front street, across the street from White Castle. Something so fun about eating in the back seat of the car, all smushed together before the days of seat belts. Westons , Lake Success, New Hyde Park, near Sperry Gyroscope (my aunt was an engineer) and LI Jewish Hospital! That would be in Maspeth on Flushing Av. The entire university shut down for a week. the stores now WHOLE SALE MEAT market. If I remember correctly there were a couple of Items I could get at Wetsons but not at McDonalds. Good evening I worked at the Valley Stream Wetsons Location all through High School. We grew in up in Keansburg just down the street, I can still taste the burgers. Does anyone remember someone selling term papers out of the wetsons on queens blvd (or maybe northern blvd) heard about if from a guy I hitched a ride with forty years ago and always wondered if it was true he made it sound like an organized going concern there. The one in the corner of Oceanside road and sunrise hwy, in Rockville center,that turned into whether teachers to taco bell..awsome.i still live on the same block and talked about it all the time.all the orange seats I remeber.walking up with the family and sitting on the booths. In Glen Cove, NY wasnt on the list! I liked Wetsons better. In the meantime, I want to hear from all of the fans of this former fast food chain. yup!!!!!!!! Here you will find the best burger recipes including classic hamburgers, sliders, cheeseburgers, and more! Allow to rest for several minutes, then transfer to buns. This was in the early 1960s. Agreed Jim, It wasnt on Rockaway at Sunsrise Highway, it was on Brooklyn Ave at the intersection Sunrise Highway across the street from Dunkin Donuts. The crazy looking bank I heard was from the 64 worlds fair. Great times and memories. Any memories? In a further nod to McDonald's, Wetson's presented two mascots, Wetty and Sonny, who were, you guessed it, clowns. (4 star review) This time had a truck burger as did 3 others who were with me. The pics brought it all back. So many have come and gone. I lived one block from that location, on E 59th St. During that summer was promoted to manager by relocating as district manager requested. Mine was: Valley Stream, NY Sunrise Highway at Rockaway Ave. (demolished). At least I can conclude this article with this little glimmer of hope a few years ago, National Food Brands bought the rights to the Wetsons name. This was the only fast food in the ealry 70s for Co-Op city residents. [5][6], Since 2016 and as of 2022, the Wetson's trademark is owned by National Food Brands Marketing, Inc., of East Norwich, New York.[7]. Do any still exist or have they all been demolished? Your email address will not be published. Total loser with no redeeming value.. Who replaced Wetsons on Empire Blvd and Flatbush Avenue? $.20/burger at that time. Once can certainly dream though. Forgot the one on Braddock Avenue and Hillside Ave in Queens Village. Thanks so much for sharing : )! The one on Sunrise and Oceanside Rd was first a Carvel then it was Josephs Hamburgers then Wetsons. LOVED this so much! Pretty cool old school place. I welcome all of your memories of Wetsons in our comments section below as we pay tribute to this little slice of Long Island in the 1970s. Over the next decade, Wetsons expanded over much of the Northeast, opening over 70 locations across New Jersey, Connecticut, Staten Island, Brooklyn, and yes, Long Island. Also went to the location when my parents took us to Jolly Roger. More information Wetson's by gregchris66, via Flickr More like this Old Advertisements Retro Advertising Retro Ads Mid Century Architecture It wasnt a slice like it was everywhere elseit was a thick melted paste. Ginger came charging out to the car and put her nose to the bag all the one in. Either way, fond memories of this historic fast food chain. Ah memories. Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S., Alaska and Canada. We usually went to the one on Sunrise Highway in West Islip, NY. mocha 770 Cal. I worked at the Freeport Wetsons in the summer of 1966. Don't forget . Flushing, NY Northern Boulevard (Route 25A) and 195th Street (demolished, now a strip mall) I used to spend a fortune at T.O. We moved out west in 83 and felt like we moved to another planet. My parents brought him to the Lake Grove Wetsons instead. I was just a kid, & he would make me go on a separate line than he, to use the the coupons. Grew up eating their burgers and fries. ate at far rockaway many times in the 60s and 70s. All American made. Was the All-American Burger on Merrick Road in Massapequa originally a Wetsons? Hamburgers were 15 cents at that time. At its peak the Wetson's chain comprised over 70 restaurants. It was always a treat and a welcome relief from the turkey tetrazini, what ever the hell that was mom was making. Friday evening, after the last day of the school year!, time to get the band new Ked sneakers for Summer fun, Jones Beach,, Coney Island, Rockaway Playland, Rye Playland (steeplechase Merry go round, fun house the big spinning slinging wooden disc!). My mom said be sure to get one for Ginger, but hold the pickle. They were much better than Jack In The Box! Wow- I just found this page- Bring back Great Memories The Arena was built in 1959. Hope someone can help me with the dates, etc. 442s. I can remember Sister Angelica telling us not Brings back some old memories. I lived on Catherine St, 2 streets off Sunrise Hwy. It was called Titus Oaks. Dad would sit with him at White castle counter 1948-50 , both worked nights. Wetsons was close enough to walk to, and we did. . I thought it looked like a submarine too..I can still picture it in my head..If Im not mistaken Howard Johnsons was right across from it.. That bank branch was originally a Marine Midland Bank (hence the look). How I miss those days.. Brooklyn, NY Flatbush Avenue And Avenue U (demolished, now a bank) I loved the 70s! I worked at that store as my first paying job. Our location in Ozone Park was on the corner of Woodhaven blvd and Rockaway blvd, across from the Crossbay movie theater. Some of Wetsons old buildings look like the original McDonalds without the golden arches. This has been an ongoing disagreement for years. With help from his family, Wetanson opened the first Wetson's in 1959. Married to the location when my parents brought him to the Bayshore, Long Island NY.... 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