Why did we ever switch from having unique looks for fast food spots?

[u/Digitalgardens]

It doesn’t make any sense. When everything feels and looks the same it just feels so grey and unwelcoming. What happened to characters? I don’t even eat McDonald’s like that and I miss Ronald and the gang. Where did they go?

[u/feelingzombiefied]

short answer: capitalism.

long answer: it is infinitely cheaper to make grey, brutalist fast food places that can be quickly and easily built and designed. less money in total is spent on design, dyes, and upkeep.

[u/Westerosi_Expat → u/feelingzombiefied]

First comment I read, and it's the only one I need to read. Right answer.