BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- The Woolworth Luncheonette has served hungry Bakersfield customers classic burgers and fries since 1950.

“We enjoyed it in the past. I’ve grown up with Woolworth’s. I used to love the diner," said Lake Isabella resident, Vickie Stacy.

Woolworth's first lunch service on Monday saw a line of people out the door excited to see what the luncheonette has to offer. Stacy came down to Bakersfield for an appointment but said she had to stop by Woolworth's for one thing.

“Hamburger! What else," she said laughing. "We wanted to see if they made any changes and what is coming up moving forward.”

She also shared what she hopes the new generation of Woolworth visitors take away since the opening.

"They need to know their roots. So many of the young people don’t unders

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