OUR STORY

Graham and Lorietta Landes moved to Guymon, Oklahoma in 1969, bringing with them an entrepreneurial spirit that would leave a lasting impact on the local business community. Upon their arrival, they opened a Pizza Hut franchise, introducing a popular national brand to the area and providing a new dining option for residents. Shortly after and building on the success of their brother-in-law Norman Blankenship, Graham and Lorietta opened a Mr. Burger walk-up restaurant along Highway 54, that quickly became a local favorite. In 1975, they built their first two dine-in locations. One was on 21st Street next to their Pizza Hut in Guymon and one was in Hooker, Oklahoma at its current location. They later expanded to three locations in Guymon for a while. In the summer of 1988, Graham and Lorietta saw the need for a larger building to serve the community and built the current Mr. Burger location in Guymon.
 
Theron Landes always played a role in the family’s ventures, from cleaning tables as a young child to working in the kitchen as a teen at Mr. Burger and Pizza Hut. At an early age, he was interested in contributing to the growth and management of their family business. Graham and Lorietta sold their Pizza Hut franchise in the early 90s and on June 11, 1996, at the age of 22, Theron purchased Mr. Burger from his parents continuing the family’s legacy in the local dining industry.

 Due to personal reasons, the Blankenship’s were unable to continue the Mr. Burger franchise and over the years many locations closed. However, the novelty and memories made continued to survive. In 2004, Theron was able to acquire ownership of the Mr. Burger franchise and in 2006 sold his first franchise location in Abilene, Texas to Guymon native Garrett Garrison and wife Stephanie. Though there are a few locations remaining from early days; Guymon, Hooker and Abilene are the only three official locations under the franchise now.

 Theron and wife Jennifer, along with their dedicated employees strive to make Mr. Burger a welcoming spot for everyone, from locals enjoying a familiar bite to travelers passing through and families visiting their hometown. With every detail, from the nostalgic atmosphere to the friendly service, they ensure that their restaurant feels like more than just a place to grab a meal; it’s a community hub where everyone can feel at home. Over the years, employees and loyal patrons have created countless memories together, whether it’s a laugh shared during a busy shift, meeting for coffee, or dining with friends and family. Those memories are woven into the very fabric of Mr. Burger, adding to its charm and sense of belonging.

 Through their dedication and entrepreneurial vision, the Landes family helped shape the local dining landscape, offering quality food and service to the community. Their contributions remain a part of the town’s business heritage, reflecting a commitment to growth and local engagement. We are incredibly grateful to our community for supporting us over the past 50 years. Here’s to the memories shared and the many more to come. Thank you for being part of our journey.

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