Tops Big Boy is a chain of restaurants primarily located in the United States, known for its classic American diner-style cuisine and its iconic mascot, “Big Boy.” The restaurants are reminiscent of mid-20th-century diners and are characterized by their retro decor and classic comfort food offerings.

The Big Boy concept originated in 1936 when Bob Wian, a restaurant owner in Glendale, California, created a double-deck hamburger that became popular and was named “Big Boy.” The character “Big Boy” was created to market this signature burger.

“Big Boy” is a chubby, cheerful boy with red-and-white checkered overalls. The character has become an iconic part of the restaurant’s branding and is often seen holding a Big Boy double-decker hamburger.

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