A legacy of flavor, connecting generations in our hometown.

Hot dog with mustard and ketchup, a side of French fries, and a soft drink with ice and a striped straw, all on a plate and tray with red, white, and blue colors.

Who we are

Ben Franks is a California icon, born on Hollywood’s Sunset Boulevard and now thriving in Redwood City. This 60s fast food gem has served classic hot dogs and burgers for over four decades. Rock legends once formed bands in its parking lot, and locals rallied to save it—making it a cult favorite that blends nostalgia with fresh innovation

Empty fast food or convenience store kiosk with a red and orange roof, large front windows, and a yellow base, situated on a paved parking lot with grassy field and trees in the background.
A vintage Burger Chef restaurant with a distinctive angular roof design, large glass windows, a stone foundation, and a prominent vertical sign with the Burger Chef logo, parked cars, a woman standing outside, and a hillside in the background.