Whataburger is an American regional fast food restaurant chain specializing in hamburgers, headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. It was founded in 1950 by Harmon Dobson and Paul Burton, with the first location opening in Corpus Christi, Texas. The chain is known for its distinctive orange-and-white- striped A-frame buildings, though newer locations have more conventional designs. Whataburger's menu focuses on ground beef burgers such as the Whataburger, Whataburger Jr., Triple Meat Whataburger, Bacon & Cheese Whataburger, and Justaburger, along with non-beef options like the Whatachick'n and breakfast items including biscuits, sausage, bacon, and eggs
. Originally family-owned by the Dobsons until 2019, the company was sold to private equity firm BDT & MSD Partners but retained much of its leadership and headquarters in San Antonio. As of recent years, Whataburger operates hundreds of locations primarily in Texas and several other Southern and Southwestern states, with a total exceeding 670 locations in Texas alone and over 150 in other states
. The brand is a cultural icon in Texas and has been recognized as a "Texas Treasure" by the state legislature. It has also been featured in popular media such as the animated TV series King of the Hill
. Recent news includes lawsuits filed against Whataburger by customers alleging serious allergic reactions caused by onions on burgers, with claims seeking nearly $1 million in damages
. For more details or to order, Whataburger has an official website and active social media presence
