The World’s First KFC - Eating At Harman Cafe & Museum / Other Interesting Salt Lake City Places

Worlds First KFC Franchise

[@manchesterunitedno7]

Adam's dad throwing a constant barrage of dad's jokes is the highlight of this video.

[@TrippyCommentaries]

Always love the vibes of Adam's videos when his pops is co-pilot

[@effdonahue6595]

Poppy Woo!

[@dsantos10]

I love his Dad. Any time I see him in a video, I feel warm and safe

[@tanyamcdonnell3715]

Your Utah videos have been awesome. They have been funny and beautiful those parks have inspired me to take a trip to see them. I loved yesterday's video. I like the time that you are spending with your family. Life's to short. I lost my dad 3 months ago and my mom 4 years ago. Cherish that time. Love you all.

[@pinkelefant4ever]

Wise words, Tanya. I'm glad you have much affection for them

[@mikejohnsonCHG]

A “Woo Family” Cable TV series would be a huge hit. You’re fun, intelligent and very likable people. Thanks for taking us along for the ride! 🕶✌️

[@TerriePSmith]

Agree! I would watch the Woo Family too.

[@goldenpacificmedia]

would watch that also... Travel channel needs to figure it out. I'd rather watch Daily Woo than Travel Channel.

[@joysjourney3212]

I would so on board with the Family Woo Show!

[@helgabullabong]

That was the most chilled out Squirrel I have ever seen!!

[@copsrobertsokl5127]

Been enjoying the Utah videos and seeing your folks in them your dad is so chill and funny. When your mom told you not to get any closer to the edge gave me a warm feeling and smile my mom passed in 91.

[@wookieemum]

My dad worked for Pete Harman years ago. He met Colonel Sanders on a few occasions. Pete Harmon was the one that came up with the idea of the bucket or Pail. Love the video! As always, thanks for sharing your travels!

[@reedberry]

I've never been to the original KFC location, but I am thankful that I did have an opportunity, when I was a teenager, to meet Colonel Sanders himself. He was a guest on a TV game show at NBC in Burbank. I waited outside the studio next to his limo after the show. When he came out he gave me a warm handshake, a big smile and an autographed photo. RIP, Colonel Sanders, and thank you for that memorable moment.

[@zerxilk8169]

whats my line. it is weird cause no one knew him than.

[@atinwoodsman]

The museum in Corbin, KY, is now open. Stop by the next time you're driving through. JRN even purchased Sanders old house by the restaurant and restored it. Sadly the Sanders Court motel across from the restaurant was torn down long ago.

[@boogiedaddy3434]

To clarify things a bit, the original place in Kentucky where Colonel Sanders sold his chicken was called the Sanders Court & Cafe. It was not until this Utah location began selling the Colonel's recipe that the term "Kentucky Fried Chicken" was used (the guy that was helping design the signage for the place came up with the name). So, this is the first place to ever use the Kentucky Fried Chicken name, even if it was not the first place to sell the chicken.

[@richardcloward5051]

Aka known as (world's first KFC) lolol

[@stevenbailey5154]

Great to see ppl having balls to call them out!! Not the same flavor as I knew as a kid in the 70's. So I make my own.

[@stevenbailey5154]

Love the squirrel better than the miss information.

[@jaredwhite489]

Nope. This Utah place is the first

[@boogiedaddy3434]

@@jaredwhite489 they were the first to use the name "Kentucky Fried Chicken", but Colonel Sanders had been selling the chicken at his place in Corbin, KY for over 10 years at that point.

[@susangilland599]

I came to a realization today, as to why I look forward everyday to your Salt Lake, series. You're feeding my heart with memories of what family used to be. Thank you so much Adam.

[@mare8371]

Eating in the parking lot reminds of the time Adam went to re-opening of Knotsberry Farm chicken joint after Covid pandemic and Adam and his buddies ate in a parking lot and a mouse ran across someone’s lap. Think Dillon was there and screamed. It was too funny.

[@LockeDemosthenes2]

The Red Iguana has a waiting area because it's by far the most popular restaurant in Salt Lake. It's not unusual to have to wait over an hour just to get a table.

[@Tloc103]

Damn salt lake doenst have much if this is the popular spot to eat. The food is mediocre at best

[@niki_99]

I’ve been here 10 years and have only managed to go to blue iguana but my grandma who is FROM Mexico and a great cook always says her favorite Mexican is la hacienda in Draper.

[@MM-fc4gc]

Place isn’t worth the wait! Over rated.

[@Bonzi_Buddy]

SLC has no culture that isn't bland and lame. I love the outdoors, but the people... dreadfully unfunny, boring and not particularly interesting. It is like being in a city filled with 99% NPCs. It is kind of pathetic. I was taken to a place that had "great Italian food" and it was awful. Then I was taken to a place with great Mexican food...again, AWFUL. I realized the pattern right away. Such a dud city.

[@Tloc103]

@@Bonzi_Buddy that’s why I have never heard anyone say they are excited to visit SLC or say they are moving to SLC 😆

[@charlesrocks]

“I am entering the Waiting Area….to see a 33 foot Iguana. Dramatic…very dramatic.” Dude, I love content like this. I couldn’t help but smile the entire video. Thanks Adam.

[@Ridgerunner49]

I met the colonel when I was a young boy at Charlotte airport he looked exactly like he looks on the Chicken box hahaha... I said Howdy Colonel he said Howdy Son...And waved his Cane at me ❤️

[@chrispedersen5578]

What if he had said, get off my lawn whippersnapper! That would be a much funnier story.

[@chccooperider1377]

No, a cane wave is much cooler.

[@chrispedersen5578]

@@chccooperider1377 What if Colonel Sanders chased him through the airport for hours, dressed in a purple chicken outfit, shaking his cane at him and screaming Get off my lawn whippersnapper! Then he started throwing chicken all over the place from an electric cart he stole from security. Wouldn't that make a funnier story? Besides I said funnier. The original story was plenty cool already.

[@chccooperider1377]

Great idea and careful Hollywood doesn’t steal it for a screenplay hahahaha

[@chrispedersen5578]

@@chccooperider1377 I'm glad I could make you laugh. What if Colonel Sanders had all the planes decorated like purple chickens and rerouted all the flights to Kentucky? The passengers would be informed of their new destination after takeoff.

[@kevinconaway1727]

Love your dad, always makes things fun, but he also has a lovely way of explaining things, when he said "mini soooda " lol loved the vlog, also loved yesterday's vlog can't wait to see you go there for the full experience Adam

[@insidebillyshead]

Adam always says, "This is what we're dealing with" when he gets his food. I wish I could still eat KFC, but after a massive heart attack, triple-bypass, and an ICD added to my chest two years ago, my doctor would kill me lol. Enjoy it for me Adam!

[@markreardon3472]

Always fun to get a bit of comedy from your dad 😂. Thanks for taking us along on this lunch journey to the KFC. Two Thumbz 👍👍

[@Karen.cook424]

I love it when you and your dad are vlogging together…you guys are so much a like!

[@Naotakun]

Seriously Adam, a lunch with your dad is just so enjoyable to watch. Especially when it's at my stomping grounds. You two are great!

[@tammydaniels170]

My brother’s first job was with KFC he was an excellent cook. He could almost duplicate the Fried chicken at home. My Mama hated when he cooked it though for one reason he destroyed her immaculate kitchen. I miss them both so much. 💜

[@sonic505050]

What happen to them?

[@tammydaniels170]

@@sonic505050 My brother was tragically killed in a single motorcycle accident. My Mama lived a long life and died of natural causes in 2014.

[@lynnewhyte6273]

Aww sorry Tammy 🙏🙏❤️

[@tammydaniels170]

@@lynnewhyte6273 thank you.

[@matthewbliven2795]

The original restaurant looked completely different. They had a really cool one in Ogden. It had a millstream running through it and cabins that you could stay in behind it.

[@shawnoandrew]

Cool. This IS the first franchise. Of course, it began in Corbin, KY as Sander's Cafe and you've done a great job woth vlig there.

[@BudFuddlacker]

Your dad is lookin healthy, glad to see him doing well. I still watch your Father/Son tour videos

[@friedchicken2474]

Red Iguana is legendary (Diners, Drive Ins and Dives), best mole around. That KFC used to have a buffet before covid and trust me that was an epic feast. Oh and by the way, outside Hill Air Force base in Layton Utah, there is a dive bar called "Do Drop Inn" ...I enjoy your videos

[@sunset4ever29]

I lasted one day working at KFC when I was a teenager and it was my shortest tenure anywhere. The line was long and the customers were so serious about their chicken and it was a lot of pressure. I looked it up and the Salt Lake restaurant was franchised in 1952 and the one in my town was Harden's Kentucky Fried Chicken and it was franchised in 1958. The Colonel visited existing established restaurants and sold his franchises. The Colonel was a success because he wasn't a quitter, unlike myself, because I don't have any qualms about quitting. We always called it a bucket of chicken and I miss the way it used to taste.

[@jeffsmith846]

I understand your plight. I worked for a short time at a Tastee Freeze for 75 cents an hour. The owner didn't even want to hire me because I was a 16 year old male. (instead of a female which he said were more reliable). Anyway I only lasted about two weeks and was fired for unknown reasons. It was my first job with the exception of two years of paper routes. You'd think I'd forget about it but I never did, Lol..

[@sunset4ever29]

@@jeffsmith846 At least you were hanging in there and paper routes are hard work, especially on Sundays with the ad inserts.

[@daronmarkley826]

Hi Adam glad your having a good time hanging out with your family in Utah and it was so fun hanging out with you and your dad and I will say it was pretty amazing to see that KFC knowing it had so much history behind it but one thing is I wish it would have been left in its original nostalgic look instead of remodeling it but at least it was nice to see inside that they had so many pictures that showed the history of the place it really made going there more special for you and your dad as well as me through you video now I’m wondering where Pioneer Chicken plays into this as far as history is concerned and how big were they in their heyday well anyways it’s always great to have your dad around he’s quite the character and you seem to always enjoy his company now with that being said peace ☮️ love ❤️ and happiness to you Adam and your Dad and I’ll see you on the next vlog adventure wherever it takes you also please be safe out there peace ☮️ out ✌️

[@bobbyhand1]

HEY ATW...MAN, I SURE LOVE YOUR DAD! YOU CAN JUST SEE THE GOODNESS emanating from him! What a humble, awesome father. He always puts things into perspective from a spiritual point of view. Salt Lake City sure is an interesting place. So odd, it's almost boring, if that makes sense! What's with all the peacocks there?

[@LaunchRampProductions]

@16:58 once you see the Colonel’s bow tie as a tiny body.. You can’t unsee it lol I always enjoy the videos with your dad in them.. @23:46 looks like the FBI shot of D B Cooper on the Cup ha

[@LinFo23]

I LOVE your family!! I have thoroughly enjoyed watching these videos. Your parents are adorable ❤

[@sandrap6321]

Lived on an island in Micronesia 30 years ago. Couldn't believe a Kentucky Fried Chicken was there, being the only franchise fast food restaurant on island. Served fried rice, no mashed potatoes or coke slaw on menu. But seeing Col. Sanders' image so far from home was comforting. Like seeing a favorite relative. Very grateful Col. Sanders opened franchises in so many distant corners of the world for homesick Americans to enjoy.

[@kincaide67]

Love all these entries on the Utah leg of your tour. Can totally see and hear the DNA of the Adam sense of humour in the jocular witticisms from Papa Woo. The clip starting around 13:40 is one of the funniest things ever. Your dad held his laugh a lot longer than I did when the camera turned onto him. Like everyone else before me whose commented: can always dig the vids with your parents involved. Some of the best! Y'all be safe. Looking forward to the next one. Take care.

[@IsaacWilsonSantiago]

I can't help but recommend Vernal Utah which has dinosaur National park. I believe your dad and mom may enjoy the views over there. It is an easy day trip. I also really enjoyed the natural history museum in salt lake. Vernal does have a few road side dinosaurs also.

[@karenleemallonee684]

Kentucky Fried Chicken, my favorite food since I was a wee little girl! Original Recipe for me please & only the dark meat!!! Great vlog, Adam, glad to see you and your Dad spending time together again!!! 🌼

[@Victor-mc1sz]

I think the Colonel and Mr. Harman must have hit the bottle and took a spill and busted their glasses. LOL

[@theincredibleimpression]

There is nothing more important than family and love! Glad to see you and your family spending time together in these recent vlogs Adam! Safe travels my friend!

[@Rossturnerphoto]

I’m a fan at the original recipe myself. I used to like the extra crispy version, but it wasn’t as good the last few times I had it. The original has always been good though. Interesting trip through fast food history, and I always enjoy the videos that feature your dad.

[@thomaswinkler7809]

Grew up in Louisville Kentucky. Was about 11 years old and just walked out of dentist office in Hike Point. Just had surgery and was pumped up with laughing gas. Walked out the door and ran into the Colonel straight up. Thought I was hallucinating! Lol. Told my Mom and she said “oh my, your on drugs”. Lol. It was the 60’s.

[@roccaclassico9028]

Small world! I lived on Richland Ave. in Hikes Point in the '60s when I was a young child. My family moved from there when I was 7. Do you remember the Baskin Robbins ice cream shop? It's still there. 🌝

[@thomaswinkler7809]

@@roccaclassico9028 I also lived on Richland Ave. 4th house on the left. Worked in the bakery for several years as a kid running dangerous gas fed high pressure steamer to clean baking trays. Today would be child abuse

[@thomaswinkler7809]

@@roccaclassico9028 I do remember the baskin robins, had many a fine treat there. Right next to Heltons Jewlers. They didn’t like kids….lol. Wonder why

[@robocop8289]

Great Episode Adam! Here's the rest of the Summum Story Summum is a small religious sect founded in 1975 by the late Summum Bonum Amon Ra (who also went by Corky). The group operates out of a pyramid in Salt Lake City and is most famous for carrying on the Egyptian tradition of mummification, a practice that is also the sect's primary source of income.

[@traceytrotter9934]

I had a dog named Corky. :)

[@lynnestamey7272]

I had a roommate named Cordelia, but went by Corky. She was exceedingly strange. I asked her to move when I came home one day to find her in MY bed with her boyfriend. He lived next door, so she just went next door.

[@michellejorgensen6333]

I’ve lived in the SL Valley all my life and I’ve never seen that pyramid! I used to work a few blocks away! Things I’m learning about the city I live in!

[@KLEARSKITHEKREEPER]

🍗🕶✌Morning Woo, Gotta love the big O' bucket of chicken..out here in Portland it was The Speck first. That was really cool seeing his suit. That's the coolest KFC thanks for showing this..loved seeing him shake hands with mickey..yup I can see the Woo on the cup 🤔🤣

[@NadaSurferTube]

"Kentucky Fried Chicken! We do chicken RIGHT! " hehe...The scales on that iguana statue are satisfying for some reason. I don't know how I'd feel sipping coffee with a giant friggin PYRAMID of my mummified neighbor right outside my kitchen window. Also, a mini KFC museum, that's actually pretty awesome, did they have a gift shop or any small souvenirs for sale? I'd want like a fried chicken... bobblehead or something, lol

[@mr.d5050]

Is it just me or is that iguana one of the weirdest most awesome pieces of art ever? I mean I am seriously considering a trip there just to see that iguana and I dont have the money.

[@sarakeith5480]

My favorite is the spicey, crispy chicken!! As always love seeing you with your Dad!! Thank you!! Loving this adventure!!

[@susanboatman7913]

Adam, I love your dad's sense of humor. I know where you get your sense of humor, Adam. Love the videos with your family.

[@jacobaddison4638]

Love when Adam is with his dad.

[@BP-hf4rj]

I have been loving your Utah visit! Your Dad seems awesome!

[@bordercollielover9360]

Awww adorable squirrel relaxing in a tree!

[@vonda3229]

Carrying on the KFC tradition with dad..❤️🍗🍗🍗. love seeing him, he’s so sweet and funny. Your Mom and sister too! Thanks for sharing the enjoyment of your family time Adam. xxx

[@billseanor4341]

You have GOT to get your Dad in more videos! He’s a crack up!

[@retrostar14]

Duude....can't believe you passed on the Red Iguana restaurant. It's THE local favorite and hugely popular.

[@drewood]

To quote Mr. Scarred..."Would you look at the SHIZE of that Iguana! It's gargantuan!"

[@michelehood8837]

Adam: “Is that your shopping cart?” Dad Woo: “… no.” This video is wonderful 👍

[@tomklock568]

Thanks for the video with your dad! I love it. I miss my folks so much and glad you are able to have this time together. Don't leave any chicken on the bone! Ha ha. Enjoying these videos from Utah, a place I've only been in the airport in, and one foot at four corners!

[@katey3862]

Said it before, and I’ll say it again…LOVE your family vlogs! 😁

[@MyBackyardScience]

I am sure we will be making our way to KFC 🍗 after watching your video 😀

[@heatherlp4818]

I was wondering about it being the first KFC. I always believed that it was founded in Utah so when you went to the one in Kentucky, I was confused. Everything makes sense now because you explained it. The one here is the first franchise. I’m glad you went! I was thinking of that location when you and your dad went to the one in Kentucky.

[@lynncook1281]

Saw Colonel Sanders at a Jim Nabors show In Honolulu in 80and while we all had the dinner at the show the colonel had a box of KFC.

[@johnanderson7824]

I ate in Harman's in 1963-64 on my way from San Jose to Big Spring Texas and was offered a new and marvelous chicken dinner called "Kentucky Fried Chicken". I was in love with the chicken ever since!

[@donnettevanwagoner7097]

There used to be a couple of really nice KFC's in the valley. one on North Temple and another in Sugarhouse. They had real plates. Silverware, wait staff. It was a sit down restaurant. Fun Fact. The one in sugarhouse was visible from 1-80 and for the last couple of years it was open, half the sign was burnt out and it just said "ucky Fried Chicken"! Haha!

[@Corgis175]

Your dad is great. I'm in his age range and would have loved to have a brother like him. Glad you had a informative and good eats time at KFC.

[@islandprincess8537]

KFC original recipe is the awesomest chicken ever! ... wow I have NEVER seen a squirrel so adorable cruising like that, they're normally skittish. ... Your Dad's humorous behavior and trivia knowledge makes this vid even more enjoyable 👍 thank you both for inviting us along.

[@meimeiparker]

Adam, you have amazing parents and I know you already know that, because you are an amazing son. Tell your Dad thank you for making me smile!💕Now I want some KFC 🍗!

[@RoanokeCrow]

SLC local here! Can confirm, the Red Iguana is the sister location to the Blue Iguana downtown, and both are considered to be some of the best Mexican food spots in the valley! :) Wait times can be up to two hours easy on Friday/Saturday; the waiting area by the huge iguana is used as an overflow waiting area! You should go to either location while you’re here!

[@jmorgan5252]

Your father is a very funny man what a sense of humor!

[@huntinghistory]

Hi Adam, good to see you and your dad doing some stuff, always get confused on these two kfc,so this was first franchise,but one in kentucky first kfc.

[@joycevansickle3305]

Our KFC closed years ago...we have to go to the next city over for that yummy stuff. Then this past year the built a new franchise just down the road from it. How dare they!!! Love the mashed taters bowls! 🐔🧀🍻

[@gumshoe5365]

I can’t stop laughing with your dad standing with Hartman and the Colonel.

[@thedorseyway]

Great video! Your dad is hilarious. I hope you travel to all the states and explore them thoroughly like Utah.

[@emilybeers4693]

Your dad is simply amazing! You two are hilarious together. I always love seeing videos with your family or Tim in them.

[@geraldpierini9010]

The History Channel did at least two programs about Harlon Sanders and Kentucky Fried Chicken. He originally had a gas station that sold fried chicken. He had a regular restaurant that specialized in his chicken, but, when the freeways came in he went out of business. Then he went to restaurant after restaurant, city to city selling his recipe to others. He never opened a franchise. Someone bought him out and started franchising. They hired him as a spokesman for the company. Only one franchise was making a profit and the guy who owned it designed the building style and the bucket. They brought him on at corporate and the franchise took off. His name was Dave Thomas who eventually founded "Wendy's".

[@BigMikeFW]

Dave Thomas did not invent the bucket. That was Pete Harman. The Harman's KFC franchise is one of the biggest in the country covering multiple states.

[@esthermontoya6681]

Your Dad cracks me up! He is awesome!

[@MikeTerry1969]

As a Utah resident I'd like to say thanks for visiting. Your video was very Huel Hoswer inspired, nice work.

[@alex.calibur]

I moved from Cali to Utah,And didnt even know about the first KFC! Pretty Cool!

[@brettwade9755]

The Red Iguana has great food! We used to go eat there on Saturday nights after a full day of skydiving.

[@LadyDragonsblood]

I miss the buckets that KFC used to come in. Dad always saved them and ate his popcorn out of them!

[@sweetlogo]

Tells his pops, okay let's go eat. proceeds to like 3 other locations. feed your dad man 😆

[@tmn5647382910]

The Iceberg drive inn is amazing, mostly known for there sky high milk shakes. another one worth mentioning is the crown burger, also known for there pastrami burgers and the fry sauce they put on the burger.

[@karenlougy6681]

This is the place is by Hogle Zoo. And if you go to the University of Utah on your way, you can see the Olympic torch, and visit the Museum of Natural History where you will see dinosaurs, or the Utah Museum of Fine Arts. There is so much to see and do here! Welcome to Utah! I love all of your videos!

[@SmokyMountainBlessed]

this was interesting, I never knew the franchise started in Utah

[@kellydavis3108]

The third man in the sculpture was known for _eating_ the most KFC 😀

[@spookerredmenace3950]

PAPA WOOOOO!! did you know that Dave Thomas who created Wendy's , worked for KFC, he helped bring the drive throu to prominace , its been around since 1910s but the 3 window thing was Dave's idea

[@Luv2tickt]

Your dad cracks me up. He reminds me so much of Jonathan Winters...even has the look!

[@johnnymoran1177]

Today I have my last day of camp on Lake Ontario to doo, but first I SHALL join Adam the Woo!!😎

[@FlyingSnoopy]

Adam your dad is so down to earth and lovable!👍🏻

[@crazyadventures9720]

very cool Adam I just visited sanders cafe in Corbin KY too funny .

[@LizzieWestBathandBody]

Hilarious your Dad's sense of humor is priceless now I understand a little bit more about where you get your sense of humor! Here's my joke of the day! J) How do Mexicans cut their pizzas? A) Little Caesars! Happy Caturday Woo Tribe!

[@davie941]

hello again Adam and family , another super cool video , really well done and thank you :)

[@walteradamski5169]

Your dad is funny. We were in IL and drove by LeRoy and it brought to mind the story your dad told about how to pronounce it, and asking the waitress. It was so hilarious! Made me laugh!

[@valerieroberts2586]

Col. Sander's came here almost every summer to participate in the Day's of '47 Parade in July. He was most likely in a Converible. It was fun to see him! He was popular!!!

[@carstars]

Herbs and spices are used in KFC and mummification. Nice tie-in.

[@ronaldrutledge8583]

Adam I just watched the show you did with Daphne you guys are great and also the one year that you did with your dad love your entertaining thank you for sharing

[@terrygunn6723]

Pete Harmon bought franchise what a great tribute. I remember both in 24 July parade

[@maorimana]

KFC is the number one take away in NZ and Australia in every town must be worth a fortune as a company anyway thanks I'm hungry for KFC now 😋 🤣

[@planetmooola]

The squirrel must have ate at kfc earlier

[@sportstimemachine2102]

The Woo takes over Salt Lake City .I'm blessed brother

[@donaldmeehan1631]

The colonel with his beady eyes says oh your gonna eat my chicken he puts an addictive chemical in it wich makes you crave it day and night

[@GutterPuddle]

Harman KFC chicken and Harmons Grocery in Salt Lake were a split of business ventures of this family, and I happen to work in IT for the grocery business...Also, toward the last piece of the video you can see "Apollo Burger" across the street which is essentially the same chain as Crown burger where you ate after the tour of SLC with your parents.

[@carolrossman5849]

love your Dad!! He has a story for everything a very interesting man!!

[@sirmalmsten1982]

WHY did COLONEL SANDERS wear a white suit? He switched out his black suit for a white one -- to better hide the flour he was constantly splattered with. The white suit eventually became his signature uniform.

[@exohauler]

I hope you get to see the sandlot filming location and the dumb and dumber locations. It's legendary when you see them. Thanks for the great content. Good times!