Exploring An Abandoned McDonald's

Exploring An Abandoned McDonald's. In this video we check out this older McDonald's location that didnt update but instead closed so a new one could be built and opened a couple of miles up the road. That said, this one has sat abandoned, vandalized, and accessible.
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[@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

[@One-Crazy-Cat]

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

[@bee-yq3wb]

@@IamJay02 Hmm

[@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.

[@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.

[@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 😎👍

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@Sleeve_Did_It]

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

[@skyebird3933]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@memyselfandi1300]

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]

@@memyselfandi1300 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".

[@memyselfandi1300]

@@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@Chaotic-Demise77]

Wow! That basement looks creepy!

[@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.

[@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”

[@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]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@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

[@amandaclick3590]

This McDonald's has seen better days! ❤😘👍 I enjoyed your awesome abandoned video! Thank you so much!

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!!

[@Saymeow_Kay]

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

[@lindamikel7913]

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

[@Terbug]

The ending was classic!!!!

[@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.

[@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

[@ronaldmiller2740]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@jakeinlow1561]

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

[@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

[@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

[@jaimienichols5649]

Awesome Wallie

[@MrIceman22]

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

[@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.

[@redrayman1977]

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

[@21xenomorph]

I feel the ghost of ronald mcdonald lurking in that place.creepy clown.

[@AmongTheUnknown]

This is the McDonald’s I wanted you to check out!

[@AmongTheUnknown]

2022 off to a great start, first abandoned McDonald’s you finally got inside of. You’d ought to think you’ve would’ve done this already, finally crossed it out of the bucket list

[@DanielsRetail]

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

[@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.

[@jennifergarrett6809]

When you showed the basement I thought that definitely needs to be torn down. Glad you are safe. And definitely cool to see the inside. 👍👍

[@marcboulware6242]

I used to live in a Flood-Prone Area here in Charlotte, N.C. when I lived in an Apartment and the Hurricane from 2006 did similar damage to part of one of the complexes - i.e. 5'2" Flood Damage to the lower 1st Level. Mold damage to all of the Sheetrock on the 1st Floor Apartments --- Insurance totalled the place out and once the State also even agreed to contribute to a "Demo" Fee, the Rest was very quickly History and the Complex on the left side of the Property ultimately came down. This Building needs to be levelled. It cannot be saved.

[@Truckguy1970]

@@marcboulware6242 Yep once black mold infiltrates the cinder blocks and the wood, it's all over. Aside from jacking up the whole building and replacing the entire foundation, Tearing it down and starting all over is pretty much the only option.

[@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.

[@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.

[@dorothysewing9997]

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

[@amianni6247]

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!

[@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.

[@carlavision6143]

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

[@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

[@williamsiyanko4631]

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

[@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!👍😃💜

[@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.

[@shelbychurchisbeautiful614]

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

[@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!

[@thatfordguygaming]

another great video man I binge watch your content

[@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.

[@computablu]

That door opening and closing looked creepy af. Could be paranormal.

[@chocolatecoveredgummybears]

no it couldn't be

[@anthonycoach4551]

Never knew McDonald's had basement's.thats a first for me and yup that thing was under water pretty bad downstairs..dam place must be haunted doors open from inside out oh boy.might be the wind but it don't seem very windy to open a steel door..? hum

[@meem433]

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

[@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.🖖

[@marshabrown8337]

Sweet. Take care.

[@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

[@ericbechler9903]

Nice wallie 😃 I have done a few abandoned places 😃

[@go1fuc1ur1slf]

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

[@avgjoeavglife]

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

[@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

[@adamvyondandplotagonmaster7454]

Goodvideo miss these McDonald’s :( I hate the shoe box’s.

[@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!

[@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.

[@christopherhodson4049]

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

[@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....

[@TCooning_24]

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

[@jet34thehawk]

Wow awesome 👌

[@piercewicker2403]

Imagine if the McDonald’s had fresh chicken nuggets

[@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!

[@sadfiremccraven4579]

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

[@joetaylorchristmastree2866]

Your welcome thank for your comment 💓 your new video

[@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.

[@consueloamador8492]

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

[@Don5345]

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

[@callcall6805]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@295g295]

3:22 - There was a leaking water pipe after the store had closed. The doors had such good weather-seals, the flooding water filled the floor and basement, not leaking outside.

[@JameelAlayyan]

Did they have someone remove the water from the basement? Where did the water go?

[@CarlyCatharsis]

@@JameelAlayyan That Square Black Box Looked Like Either A Digital Generator OR Water Pump, ONLY...No Hose Connected?

[@jasons8479]

They probably figured leaving the door unlocked was better than people busting the windows to get in.

[@jaredtatchio2064]

Cool video

[@BuffaloChicken]

I'm Lovin' this video!!!

[@moved683]

Very nice wallie