Exploring An Abandoned McDonald's

[@coreykirschner6739]

I worked at that McDonald's during high school for a few years. This brings back lots of memories. I can picture everything as it was, as you walked through

[@kilpzy4843]

Did you know What happened with the caution tape And The Dried Blood

[@kilpzy4843]

Or what looks like Dried Blood

[@coreykirschner6739]

@@kilpzy4843 do you have a specific part of the video you're referring to? There used to be caution tape across the parking lot because they didn't want people entering the parking lot. But that's about it. I saw a splatter on the wall at one point, but that is just someone throwing something against the wall. Probably employees right after they emptied it out just having fun.

[@jessicadavila4349]

I didn't know that!

[@walkbyfaith2332]

Do you know when it shut down?

[@slackingpacking]

Wow that’s vintage! Back when McDonald’s had character! I’m loving it.

[@sandral2178]

I’m glad you got out of that basement, I’m sitting here saying “get out of there, mold will kill ya”! You do a lot for us, thank you!

[@gradymcclintock3766]

He should keep a resparator in the car for some of these old buildings you never know what could be in them

[@295g295]

> 8:30

[@DodongoManoof]

@@295g295 never knew macdonald would have a basement

[@DodongoManoof]

@@295g295 that scary... haunted ghosts in there of dead cows

[@Phantom-darkness]

All that mold needed was some McDonald’s food! It’s totally resistant to mold, rot and decay for at least 50 years. Put a case of burgers in there and all that mold will die.

[@bob59pa]

Most McDonald's built prior to the 1980's had basements used for storing stock and the employee break room ( which was the first room with the green wallpaper). This is definitely a very old store possibly from the late1960's since the freezer was out in the parking lot.

[@chefkim9]

We have an old McDonald's near us it's been open for so long and it has a basement never been redone

[@Truckguy1970]

I think that's the reason why they been tearing down the older Mcdonald's and upgrading them. Most new restaurants and diners are being built on slabs because basements cause too many health issues for the food industry.

[@meem433]

Ours has one and back in Kindergarten our school did a field trip down there where we watched a film then went back up for Happy Meals😋

[@nathancoleman7235]

@@chefkim9 can you supply a picture of it?

[@nathancoleman7235]

@@meem433 how long ago was this?

[@christiangonzales7429]

The shoebox designs are characterless and make every other place look the same. Thanks for sharing this one, Wallie!!

[@skyesyd221]

Hmm

[@IamJay02]

@@skyesyd221 Hmm

[@nunu_beee]

@@IamJay02 Hmm

[@jerry4889]

i'm really facinated by old abandoned businesses, houses, and differant abandoned buildings, i always wonder why they were abandoned, its a shame people have to vandalize things for their enjoyment, thanks for sharing

[@MR_E_3K]

I grew up in this town and frequented this McDonalds more times than I can count. This whole area is prone to flooding which I believe ultimately led to the relocation. The flooding you’re seeing here has to be from Ida last year. The Play Place transformed a couple different times over the years. It was a big ball pit when I was a kid, then it was a big plastic tunnel jungle gym, then just a picnic area. It’s sad to see it in this condition but I can understand that it had to be abandoned. The major floods have been too numerous over the years. Great video! Thanks for shedding light on this vintage McDonalds.

[@caytonhopson3200]

A big ball pit sounds so fun it’s sad seeing all these newer restraints boring with nothing for the kid or barley dining outside but if there is something for the kids nowadays Mcdonald’s near us give them electronics and touchscreen built in to the tables and yadadada not a big fan of it

[@matthewfarmer6830]

Wallie I'm 45 and I remember Micky Ds back in the 1980s lol but this one looks like the late 1990s they started to remolded them in 2006. Thanks for sharing.👍🙂

[@kimiastewart6293]

Very cool, I like seeing the inside of abandoned businesses, particularly fast food restaurants Sad about the bad shape the McDonald's is in thanks for sharing Wallie 😎👍

[@diegogalaviz5596]

There's an abandoned McDonald's in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, that's been closed down for about 4 years now. Weeds growing everywhere, and it has an old playground inside it. You should check it out!

[@claudespeed277]

Wassup fellow Oklahoman

[@aviationlaa]

where in the town is this one

[@diegogalaviz5596]

@@aviationlaa Tahlequah is a small city, it is easy to find, it’s about 3 miles from the historic downtown.

[@amandaeubanks7093]

That was the best McDonald’s ever!

[@Data90]

I’m Oklahoma too! Grew up in OKC. Live north of Tulsa now.

[@elijahtorres2688]

Back in September, there was, indeed, flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Ida, which explains what happened in the bathroom and the basement. Middlesex, along with other towns in this area, were flooded badly.

[@ingridv1210]

Ohhh nice guessing

[@crazyentertainment4842]

@@ingridv1210 if he lives near it he's not guessing 😆

[@jamesjustin9181]

@@crazyentertainment4842 how do you know.

[@calixco69]

@@jamesjustin9181 this dude’s actually right! In the Middlesex area there’s a body of water just a bit down the street from this building. This area was hit especially badly due to Ida and many within not even a block from this McDonald’s had to be relocated to hotels for months afterwards unfortunately

[@emmareedman7588]

Can confirm, I’m in Greenbrook the town next to Middlesex an my house got close to 3 ft of water through our first floor

[@mikegraham6260]

Love seeing inside this old McDonalds! Great video Wallie!! Stay safe when you go inside abandoned places, I would be nervous going in there by myself, never know who may be there.

[@Namath1000]

I've eaten at that particular location MANY, MANY times over the years. That was indeed a play place out in front.

[@jonb2793]

Where was it if you don't mind me asking? I would love to find some information on it myself

[@Namath1000]

@@jonb2793 Central NJ -- I don't think they want to reveal the exact location so as to encourage sightseers.

[@z609gaming]

@@jonb2793 the one in Middlesex NJ on NJ-28. Google removed the old location but it’s across the street from the school.

[@Sleeve_Did_It]

Wow! When I was there in January, the door that you went through was still locked! I stand corrected, and amazed!

[@Minerva_the_Maverick]

The way that back door just opened, and then closed, after you said out loud you don't need to go back there, like some spirit was trying to summon you back in, was sooo creepy. Like something you would see in a horror movie. Honestly, it wouldn't surprise me if some of these places had some kind of residual energy or paranormal activity there. I wouldn't have the courage to do this especially to go into that basement. Thank you for making it interesting!

[@mattblake897]

Well, when comparing the bathrooms to those of other, open for business McDonald's locations, its good to see that they are in about the same condition.

[@landonhagen3535]

I managed a McDonald’s location for 2 years, so I can give a bit of insight: 6:37 those plugs used to power the bun toasters as well as the warming table if I remember correctly. You can see those old Ethernet and VGA cables which were used for the grill monitors to show what orders were coming in. 8:31 that board being held up by that chain on your right hand side would have been used for offloading stock from truck order into the walk in downstairs. One of the locations I worked at used their basement for the pop syrups as well as dry storage.

[@weatheronthe8s895]

Sometimes I miss the old McDonald's, so I am always excited when I get to go to one. There are a handful still left in WV, but not many. One of my McDonald's at home got completely rebuilt all the way back in like 2006, making it one of the first post red roof design McDonald's. They ended up remodeling the inside of it again in 2020 or so, so that's now gone. It seems to be getting more and more rare to see older style locations these days. I am always blasted back when I walk in one though.

[@kwikmatt59]

I use to live near that McDonald’s. The outside portion was 100% a play place because I used to play in there as a kid! Also had a couple of tables for the parents to eat while they watched their kids.

[@luannemaskell2902]

I did too! I remember the original building, white tile with the Golden Arches. This McDonalds was flooded several times over the years. Any heavy rain and it was underwater.

[@kwikmatt59]

@@luannemaskell2902 So sad, this was my favorite childhood McDonald's in the area!

[@jonb2793]

Where is this if you don't mind me asking? I would love to find some info on it

[@luannemaskell2902]

@@jonb2793 Bound Brook Road, Middlesex, NJ. Directly across from Middlessex High School.

[@z609gaming]

This was also one of the only play areas that was actually really entertaining. It was HUGE.

[@t3nosanfran803]

The tiny floating particles in the basement very likely carried mold. Even when visually undetectable, it's still possible to ingest mold via mouth, eyes, ears, hair and uncovered skin. Plus, those mold particles will stick to clothing---until they're washed thoroughly.

[@CarlyCatharsis]

Read What I Wrote Above! But YOU ARE RIGHT, When It Comes To Clothes; As Fungus CAN Interweave Between Threads Of Fabric!

[@KrunchyTheClown78]

It would be so great if they restored it back into a classic McDonalds. I love McDonalds just because it was such a huge part of my childhood lol

[@stephanievignola7335]

I spent almost every day after school in this McDonalds. All the kids from my school would spend their time here. After every night at the Middlesex Carnival, this was the place to go. There’s just too many memories! It’s kind of insane to see the way it looks now compared to when I was in Highschool which was 2006-2010. Ugh the memories 😭 & to clarify, that was a play place. I … did the thang in it. I’ll never forget 💀💀💀 thank you for making this video. It’s sad, yet nostalgic. I miss the “good ol days”

[@barryward8617]

Thanks Wallie that style of McDonald’s is what I remember from childhood brought back good memories none left like that up here in Canada

[@skyebird3933]

Thanks for the abandoned McD's. So sad people have to trash places even if it's empty.

[@MrIceman22]

Awesome Video Wallie miss the old school Mcdonald`s Budiling :D thanks for sharing again

[@KeithPlaysPS4927]

I miss going to McDonald's, Burger King, and Chuck E. Cheese's when I was a kid and really had fun with the play places. Man, the good old memories. I'll be 21 in September. Time flies

[@Oldsvito2999]

23 too

[@daveowens9849]

Wait until you're 65 years old, then you'll really miss the old days. lol

[@IamJay02]

I feel you lol I'm 19 and I used to go to McDonald's all the time when they had the red roof with the lights that looked like fries

[@sdjslkdjlsskldjslkdjsl8262]

"21" toddlers be like "ahh, those were the good old days"

[@georgeschillinger6299]

Try 45

[@DanielsRetail]

Nice video cool that you got inside of the McDonald's & creepy when that emergency exit door opened lol

[@lindamikel7913]

Thanks Wallie and Kayla I Like Your An Abandoned McDonald's Video. And I Hope You Guys are Doing Well!!!

[@brandonb.6099]

You don't come across an abandoned McDonald's very often; i always enjoy all of your explorations of abandoned places. This place is hurtin from all that flooding, Wow!!

[@melodybeitzel5378]

Interesting McDonald’s can’t get over how bad the basement looked guess that was one of the reasons they closed up and due to the flooding. Keep up the good work 👍👍

[@marcboulware6242]

Building is for sure toast and should be levelled as a result. No reason to put this off. It's not coming back.

[@redrayman1977]

Hi my friend and what a classic McDonald's and great video and take care

[@juliamulla3180]

Cool video and I'm always amazed you don't encounter homeless and animals in these abandoned places the door is open it's out in the middle of nowhere and not one junky or homeless person that's amazing.

[@carlavision6143]

WallieB26, what a TOTALLY AWESOME & COOL abandoned McDonald's! Really enjoyed your video!

[@danestegman155]

Great video! I bet you were surprised that that door was open to get into McDonald's! That basement was a mess, I am glad you got out of there!

[@davida.p.9911]

I never knew McDonald's had basements. Learn something new everyday 😀

[@chop3625]

That’s where they microwave, everything.

[@gartronics]

Only some of them had basements, The one I worked at did not. I heard that that's where the stock room was.

[@MyNameIsntReallyNate]

That small room was the break room lol. But no we didn't microwave the food, you are thinking normal restaurants. That one had a press to cook the meat patties and then they would sit in a little meat humidifier.

[@gartronics]

@@MyNameIsntReallyNate Prior to the cook to order system they have used since the early 2000's there were actually microwaves called "Q-ing ovens". After building a batch of sandwiches they would go in for like 10 to 30 seconds depending on how many you had. Then they were placed in the sandwich bin until sold or expired. Nobody ever threw out the sandwiches when they expired which is why they got rid of the bin. I remember we would get in trouble if we said the word "microwave".

[@MyNameIsntReallyNate]

@@gartronics interesting. I worked at that specific McDonald's in the video back in 97 and just used to throw those frozen hockey pucks straight onto the press from the packaging. We had that one little hot box that kept the moisture in the patties that was built into where we threw all the condiments on the burgers. (Maybe it's the same thing but we just use something a bit different?) Now that I think about it I do remember vaguely hearing about the microwave you're talking about but I don't think we ever used them.

[@jakeinlow1561]

Great video of this vintage McDonald's basement was destroyed I never knew it had a basement badass find though

[@Chaotic-Demise77]

Wow! That basement looks creepy!

[@brentamania89]

Awesome stuff as always your videos never disappoint keep up the good work buddy whoever buys it probably best to tear it down and start new with all the water damage

[@danefilander6306]

Absolutely brilliant video but I'm very glad you decide to get out of that basement that was just in a poor state most definitely not a safe at all.

[@davidgleason3379]

When I was a cub scout in the mid 70"s. Our den mother was able to schedule a tour of the McDonald's that had opened in our city. I was surprised by them having a basement. Because being in San Diego CA. Basements are not that common. Thought how neat this restaurant had a basement.

[@DAN87NATIONAL]

Wow I recognized it as soon as the video started! I ate there regularly with my son, and a friends daughter many years ago… it had an ice cream machine that always worked! And a “play-place”/ ball pit.

[@markrhine5809]

This is one of the best videos I have ever watched, so very interesting to see this history, thank you kindly for sharing this...

[@glenbo2464]

Reminds me of an old train station on the outside. Cool to see the old condiment guns hanging from the ceiling still. Da Da da da da , Im lovin' it ! LOL

[@DavesArchives]

I would totally put an offer one of those vintage seating areas with a table. Would be totally rad to have as a KZbin prop...love this 80s styling.

[@alanlough638]

An awesome exploration video, Wallie! Your KZbin Channel is great! Both of you and Kayla are awesome people. Both of you are an inspiration to me. Have a McDonald'slicious Day!

[@thedudenamedchristian]

another great video man I binge watch your content

[@thoughtfinder]

I thought at first the place could be restored but when I saw that mold in the basement that's when I said hell no. That's to much mold and it's dangerous. The building needs to be condemned and torn down

[@rustyramblings5807]

My brother worked at a McDs of this style from 1976 to 1978 in Spokane Wa.It had a basement.They we’re still using fresh potatoes for the fries.The 100 lb burlap bags of potatoes were stored in the basement,then brought upstairs,and they had a machine for washing the potatoes,and then one for peeling them,and then one for slicing.

[@WillCMay]

Given the flood line and the fact that this was New Jersey, I must ask if this was brought down by Hurricane Sandy. Certainly seems to be the most plausible thing to me.

[@WallieB26]

From what I read after I got home, apparently Ida caused severe flooding in this area of New Jersey and then another storm did shortly after.

[@erinfountain523]

No it was still open after Sandy, it closed like 3 or 5yr ago! And then they built a new like a mile away!

[@christopherhodson4049]

That's the First McDonalds explore I've seen. Good job. Thanks.

[@tmann8725]

The old McDonalds in my town was one of first and was originally a drive in. It was later enclosed with glass. They used to have birthday parties in the basement. It has since been rebuilt to the modern version on same lot.

[@ne2448]

Really miss that old school mcds design. So glad you showed us the basement, knew some had them like in the movie.

[@Mikeb1001]

A few of the older ones in the UK had them, one I worked in which was store 339 (we’re up to 1500 now!) all the stock areas were downstairs together with the main management office and crew room

[@meem433]

Now you know standing there ordering was hilarious! Great video!

[@news89]

Can't even get a dr pepper and food. The quest for food continues for Wallie and Kayla lol. That basement looked horrible I can smell the mold from my place.

[@ErikVince]

The sad part is none of the newer McDonald's have the play places anymore

[@Chaotic-Demise77]

They went dull.....boring.....

[@Melissa0774]

It's because they're a nightmare to keep clean, especially the ball pits and especially now that COVID is a thing.

[@Chaotic-Demise77]

@@Melissa0774 it's not just the whole "covid" thing though either. One of the main reasons was the cost of the upkeep. I remember playing in them back in the late 80's. I don't see much of the play areas' but, there is one close to where I live but it is closed til "further notice". The sign itself didn't say whether or not it was "covid related".

[@Melissa0774]

@@Chaotic-Demise77 But they're so hard to clean, though, especially ball pits. I work at a childcare center and the owner is always saying how she can't believe any of those place are still open, for that reason.

[@Chaotic-Demise77]

@@Melissa0774 I know. I played in it as well. Never worried about other germs. The way I see it, if you're close it down, may as well just get rid of it. No more need to stress it. Hell, they literally just demolished one just to rebuild next to it close to me. Made no sense, at all. It looks more dull than the previous one.

[@Saymeow_Kay]

Come to Berrien Springs, Mi. The Mcdonalds here is still old! Hurry, because they may remodle it.

[@sadfiremccraven4579]

That's an amazing find and u don't.a McDonald's like any more . Thanks for the video . ❤️❤️❤️

[@jaimienichols5649]

Awesome Wallie

[@ChiralSpirals]

I live in San Antonio and all but one has updated...There is still one very cool McDonald's that is still open and doing fairly well, however since 2020 they refuse to open the doors to the public, druve through service only..I really hope it changes back soon.

[@wrestlingwithjay3770]

80's Vibe

[@angelalinderman9985]

Very cool. That place looks terrible. Trashed. I bet the building is pretty old, maybe it just looks older cuz of flooding? Very creepy. Be careful when you go in these places, it makes me nervous! LOL Thanks Wallie!👍😃💜

[@kimberlyx4060]

The end was funny. It reminds me of my old neighborhood MCD. They had a canopy over the play land. I remember the olde4 ladies would clean it in the morning and always smelled like Bleach. They wouldn’t let us in until it dried. Yeah, this will probably be torn down. Thanks for showing the basement but you should carry a N95 regardless.

[@Terbug]

The ending was classic!!!!

[@williamsiyanko4631]

Wallie B26 your video is very very nice and beautiful keep up your great job 👏

[@z609gaming]

I used to go to this one as a kid. I remember the PlayPlace being really large. Didn’t even know it closed until a couple years ago. I lived in South Bound Brook so it wasn’t too far of a drive

[@z609gaming]

It is across the street from a school

[@ronaldmiller2740]

YOU ARE A GREAT GUY!!! THX> VIDEO>>>

[@MargateFL33063]

You need to bring safety glasses, hard hat, and/or breathing respirator when doing urban exploring. You never know when you will encounter toxic mold or asbestos.

[@jefferyyoung2580]

You funny 😊

[@JL-gf3yc]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@NSandBNSFrailfanProductions]

Nice video I loved to come to this McDonald’s but they had to move which sucks and I live near here too! And that was a play place that little red spot

[@f3lance]

You risk your life and the damn ice cream machine still don't work! Great video. Stay out of those basements. I could smell that by watching it!

[@Don5345]

Bro, really enjoy your style and respect for places, blessings

[@dorothysewing9997]

The water line was probably from Superstorm Sandy in 2012. There was a lot of flooding after the storm.

[@tubiobethards1328]

I work at one..my dad 10 years..yes first room in basement was break room..rest was dry stock..the fry vats would been to your right and grill to the left..and yes the arms held moniters and all those cables went to the line..for the toaster, sandwich tables meat cooler.....way cool video ..what I couldn't see was the freezers..and yes the outside menu boards use to be a plastic sheet ..now thier digital..great work..sorry ya had to suffer the basement..looking forward to your next one.

[@shelbychurchisbeautiful614]

McDonald's Are The Rudest People For Nor Taking Wallie's Order. I Love That Skit.

[@robbierichmondtyrecop3916]

That basement wallie was their hamburger academy where they trained the new employees. These existed between 1968 and 1979 I believe

[@tammybrown4901]

Yes I worked I one myself

[@map3384]

Yeap. The first one in my town was built in 1974. As a kid I remember them building the place. Its been replaced three times since then.

[@williamyeager7496]

That looks like ours in Dundalk on wise ave. I hope they don't go fo the sterilized look of the newer McDonald's. Keep up the great work. The Ravens fan. Live Long And Prosper.🖖

[@studioa9728]

I work at the Chuck E Cheese nearby this McDonald’s and I always pass by this building each time I take an alternate route. This building is super cool and I’d love to check it out at some point

[@johnstancliff7328]

wow! I remember working at one like that in 1981.... had the basement and was so old.... that building definetly is ready for the wrecking ball.... looks like its in a flood plane and thats not good....

[@frankdenardo8684]

A lot of the restaurants have self service drink dispensers. The outside had additional seating area for better days. A lot of those stores like that are being replaced by bigger, facilities.

[@TCooning_24]

This is interesting and,I worked at a McDonald's in Indianapolis this is definitely a Vintage design.

[@BuffaloChicken]

I'm Lovin' this video!!!

[@consueloamador8492]

What a vibe, after school everyone would go there man :/ my last year of HS too before it shut down

[@tydrinkdwg]

Wow it would be so interesting to see footage of this place while it was still open!!

[@lilshag347productionsii6]

i can see those vintage aluminum ceiling speaker grills in the ceiling. those are most likely some Lowell RS8-A grills from the late 60s. i am getting one along with another one from my school.

[@BruceyPop]

At the end, thought you were going to say, " Have a Mickey DEEEE- licious Day!! You are my favorite dude on youtube!

[@kennethsmith8968]

do as i say not as i do.awesome video.glad u had the guts 2 go in the basement.

[@kim6938]

My home town! I went to the high school across the street and played in that play area that you thought was one.

[@walterhewitt5579]

This is right in my back yard just about !!! Highschool right across the street

[@treatzfortruckerz3913]

It is time to tear this place down and build something new. There needs to be some photos of this place when it was in business to preserve the memories.

[@marshabrown8337]

Sweet. Take care.

[@go1fuc1ur1slf]

Your videos are great! But be careful that basement looked like a ton of black mold.

[@jeremyolson3837]

Video creator just because the door is unlocked does not mean you can go inside it’s still trespassing and breaking in entering

[@avgjoeavglife]

I had McDonald's today, it was good but i can see how some might struggle to stay open.

[@ericbechler9903]

Nice wallie 😃 I have done a few abandoned places 😃

[@moved683]

Very nice wallie

[@HEHE-dx9og]

I must be really old, I remember micky`s when they had the red and white striped siding and the 2 yellow arches from front to back on each side of the building. The one I remember was on RT-35 in Asbury Park back in the 70`s.

[@idahofur]

Out of the three Mcdonalds. The last one was torn down and rebuilt due to the floor started to cave into the basement. From my understanding it was built in 1978. Then the other two was remodeled into a box.

[@davidrish3605]

Hey waillie great video I’m a big fan

[@nikoadams3245]

I worked there when I was in high school, that’s so sad to see it got vandalized so bad and yes that area floods a lot so I’m not surprised you saw the flood damage

[@jonb2793]

Where is it if you don't mind me asking? I would love to find some info on it

[@vinceschannel8927]

Out door play place! Omg I remember they had on in New Castle, PA but they re did it in 2012. that was really cool

[@callcall6805]

Wallie, that was really awesome!! But please, don’t go into anymore basements by yourself!!! Very dangerous, I was worried!!!