502 Alhambra

Historical marker location:

502 Alhambra Avenue, Martinez, California

( Marker is at the intersection of Alhambra Avenue and Marina Vista Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Alhambra Avenue.)

Old Town Martinez. Home of Historic Interest.

The first McDonald's restaurant was opened in San Bernardino, California in 1940 by Richard and Maurice McDonald. The fast-food chain went on to become one of the most successful in the world.