In many ways, White Castle is regarded as royalty in the ultra-competitive fast-food burger segment. With 362 restaurants in 14 states, it may not be the biggest chain compared to its Goliath-like competitors, but White Castle is leading the pack in longevity, industry firsts and creating a cult-like following. Celebrating 100 years in business in 2021, the chain holds the distinction of not only being the first-ever fast-food hamburger chain, but also is credited with inventing restaurant carryout; becoming the first fast-food chain to sell 1 billion burgers; and creating what it calls "the crave" among its legions of customers (cravers) whose appetites for the 2-inch, square sliders is seemingly unrelenting. The still-family-owned company employs about 10,000 workers, most of who work at the restaurants. About 210 of those work in the company's new headquarters, much of which is devoted to paying homage to the company's rich history and its loyal cravers.
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