Wilmington in Los Angeles in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Der Wienerschnitzel
Photographed by Craig Baker, August 15, 2021
1. Der Wienerschnitzel Marker
Original location. Excellent example of a walk-up food stand and drive-thru. Built 1961. Declared 2013, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 1046, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.
Der Wienerschnitzel Birthplace
At this location, July 3, 1961, the first of Der Wienerschnitzels nationwide chain opened its doors.
Wienerschnitzel Historic Landmark
At this site on July 3, 1961, John Galardi opened the very first Der Wienerschnitzel. It all began here, where he first served up hot dogs and his secret-recipe chili. Now the worlds largest hot dog chain, we are proud to continue the legacy of great food and great fun.
Erected 2013 by City of Los Angeles. (Marker Number 1046.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1961.
Location. 33° 47.431′ N, 118° 16.411′ W. Marker is in Los Angeles, California, in Los Angeles County. It is in Wilmington. It is on Pacific Coast Highway half a mile east of the Harbor Freeway (Interstate 110), on the right when traveling east.
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Regionally, this marker is in California’s Transverse Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: St. Johns Episcopal Church (approx. 0.3 miles away); Memory Chapel (approx. 0.6 miles away); Banning Residence Museum (approx. 0.8 miles away); a different marker also named Banning Residence Museum (approx. 0.9 miles away); Drum Barracks (approx. one mile away); a different marker also named Drum Barracks (approx. one mile away); Wilmington Cemetery (approx. 1.1 miles away); Powder Magazine at the Drum Barracks (approx. 1.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Los Angeles.
Regarding Der Wienerschnitzel. Founder John Galardi was a former Taco Bell employee (as were the founders of Del Taco, Naugles, and Bakers). The chain changed its name to Wienerschnitzel in 1977, but still uses Der in some of their advertising. Wienerschnitzel locations are mostly in California and Texas, with more locations in 8 other states.
Photographed by Craig Baker, August 15, 2021
2. Der Wienerschnitzel Markers
Photographed by Craig Baker, August 15, 2021
3. Der Wienerschnitzel #1
Photographed by Craig Baker, August 15, 2021
4. Der Wienerschnitzel #1
Photographed by Craig Baker, August 15, 2021
5. Der Wienerschnitzel #1
The W logo was designed in 1978 by award-winning graphic designer Saul Bass.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on August 19, 2021, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 911 times since then and 74 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on August 19, 2021, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
