Place

Bob’s Big Boy Broiler

When it opened in 1958, Harvey's Broiler was the largest drive-in restaurant in Southern California and soon became the hub of the 1950s cruising culture.

Address

7447 Firestone Boulevard,
Downey, California 90241
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Architect

Paul B. Clayton

Style

Decade

1950s

Designation

Preservation Award Recipient

Property Type

Restaurant

Community

Downey

Photo by John Eng

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Timeline

Johnnie's Broiler Illegal Demolition | Adriene Biondo

Johnnie's Demolition | John Eng

Bob's Big Boy Reopening | Jon Eng

Hot Rod's to Save Bob's Big Boy | Adriene Biondo

Bob's Big Boy Reopening | John Eng

Bob's Big Boy Reopening | John Eng

Classic Car Meet Up to Save Johnnie's | Adriene Biondo

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