Irvine-based Ruby’s Diner Inc. is going retro in Anaheim with its latest restaurant.
The 1940s-inspired burger chain announced Wednesday it would open the chain’s first-ever “drive-in” diner concept, which is slated to open in a historic area of downtown Anaheim this spring.
The newest location is a departure from the chain’s usual locations which features 1940s music and memorabilia.
The new diner will feature an old-fashioned outdoor carhop with 12 drive-in spaces complete with roller skating servers and a rotating reel of 1940s movies.
The restaurant is moving into the renovated historic Five Points Building. The building, constructed in 1928, was once the westernmost commercial area with numerous shops and offices used by the original Anaheim Colonists.
The 4,100-square foot restaurant will take on a retro roadhouse look, featuring mahogany woods, leatherette booths and 1940s-inspired light fixtures.
“We’re honored to take part in preserving this historically significant corner of Anaheim, especially since we have been based in Southern California for over 27 years,” said Doug Cavanaugh, chief executive of the restaurant chain in a release.
In addition to the roller skating servers, the location will feature historically accurate architecture and signage.
Ruby’s Five Points Drive-in is expected to open at end of March or beginning of April, the company said.
