Uniontown, West Virginia Celebrates Birthplace of the Big Mac

Uniontown, West Virginia, home of McDonald’s franchisee Jim Delligatti, is recognized as the birthplace of the Big Mac sandwich, which he invented in 1967. The local restaurant on Morgantown Street, now owned by Matt Alamo, displays a sign proclaiming the site’s historic status. On August 2, Delligatti’s birthday, the community marks National Big Mac Day with special promotions, including a buy‑one‑get‑one‑free offer at the nearby Big Mac Museum in Irwin.

Delligatti, born in Uniontown in 1918 and raised in nearby Fairmont, convinced McDonald’s to add the double‑deck burger to its menu despite its higher price. The sandwich quickly became a global icon, celebrated in advertising jingles and enduring as a cultural touchstone. The town’s recognition and the museum’s exhibits honor his legacy and draw visitors to the historic site.