Big Boy!!! Big Boy was started as Bob’s Pantry in 1936 by Bob Wian in Glendale, California. The restaurant became known as “Bob’s, Home of the Big Boy Hamburger” then as Bob’s Big Boy. It became a local chain under that name and nationally under the Big Boy name, franchised by Robert C. Wian Enterprises. A great addition to any layout!! Sm. Big Boy Billboard Size 2.37″ tall x 2.25 wide, Suitable for HO/N scales