A Plattsburgh institution. Not exactly fine dining, but if you want to feel like it's 1965 and in the mood for a Michigan then this is the place for you. The building is almost comically crooked but the carhop service is nostalgic. My Michigan dog had a tasty meat sauce and definitely hit the spot. The service was also very friendly and attentive, a great experience! read more

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Excellent food and friendly staff! The atmosphere is your vehicle or a picnic table, which is great!

Excellent michigans but unfortunately this establishment does not serve 5 stars because they close too soon on 09/12/26 until next spring. They refuse to open a permanent location year round. read more

I have been eating at Clare and Carls since the 40's and something is very off there now. The service was very slow, the onions rings were different, they had no chocolate milk, the Michigan sauce was bland, my husband's hamburger was not good - an overall disappointment. I asked the waitress if there were new owners and her reply was, "it's still owned by the same family." I did notice that there were young girls in the kitchen instead of men like previous years. I'm thinking that the children are now running it. We want the old Clare and Carls back!!!!!! read more

A long time establishment on Rt 9 in Plattsburgh. The best Michigans in the Area! They've been in business for years. Makers of an epic Michigan! read more

2 Michigan's, fries, and a bottle of water. How could you go wrong? This is a great place to go on Rt 9. Excellent service by hard working and personable staff! Always enjoy stopping here when in town! read more

Clare & Carl's Hot Dog Stand - My outstanding lunch! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Plattsburgh, New York

called order in. Service fast and the food excellent. Will definitely go back . Love the decor!!

Clare & Carl's is an iconic establishment in Plattsburgh, New York. They have been around for over eighty years and in that time, have filled the bellies of generations of people and have also filled their memories. To be in business since 1942 is quite an accomplishment. The community has definitely embraced Clare & Carl's and it is apparent that this humble hot dog stand has become a part of the fabric of the community. I would hazard a guess that very few of the residents can remember a time when Clare & Carl's wasn't there. The hot dogs here are good and what I would definitely recommend. The staff is friendly and I will say that the building has seen better days, but it somehow adds to overall ambiance of the place. Overall, if you are in the general area, I would definitely recommend this iconic piece of Plattsburgh, New York. read more

Simple hotdog / burger place with fast friendly service. There is more than just meat on the menu but if you're looking for a salad, you're in the wrong spot. I loved the unique diner with carhop service. Such a charming place to get a Michigan Hotdog read more

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A great little Michigan stand. On my travels for best Michigans in P-Town, this is one of the tops!!! Eat in or take out. They take your order at the car which was a pleasant surprise. Cash only, but they have ATM on site. read more

I have been going to Clare & Carl's since I was a child. It was always a treat going there either my family. Talk about the BEST dinner. After the beach and definitely 4th of July. It took many hours because everyone was also there. Those are some wonderful memories that I will Never forget. I give this place top #1 read more

A Plattsburgh staple...old school and original hot dog stand. Wonderful service. And apparently the OG for a Michigan Hot Dog...only found and originated in Plattsburgh. read more

Clare & Carl's Hot Dog Stand - Claire and Carls Texas Red Hots - Hot Dogs Near Me - Plattsburgh, New York

Food has been the best here for as long as I remember, over 30 years. My usual is 2 over and under with mustard. If you're a true Upstater you'll know what I'm talking about. With an order of fries. Couldn't be any better wish they were open year round. read more

If your looking for a delicious hole in the wall hot dog stand experience this is your place. We are visiting and we're told we had to try a Michigan dog and this was the place to try it. I thought it was delicious. The Michigan sauce was bomb. I have nothing g to compare it to since I have never had a Michigan dog before but what I had was definitely delicious. read more

Delicious steamed hot dog on a soft hot dog bun. As a little mustard, some chopped onions and DELICIOUS meat sauce and you why a Clare & Carl's Texas Red Hot. Quick, courteous service. A few seats inside and a few seats outside. I can eat here every day. read more

Clare & Carl's Hot Dog Stand - Outside - Hot Dogs Near Me - Plattsburgh, New York

wanted to try c&c's michigans since i haven't eaten here in many years. Found I really don't like them anymore. i've made my own and prefer that to these. read more

Been a fan for 70 years. Can't remember when it has ever been less than I expect, which is the best Michigan's ever...and the onion rings have been a perpetual companion! And so it is beginning a new year in 2023...good times, great eats! Stop by, it's always a smiling event. read more

Plattsburgh, NY. Stopped on 09/19/2020. I don't know the Plattsburgh NY area well and I was distressed to see that Gus's Restaurant had closed. We had always stopped there for our Michigan dogs. Easy to get to from the ferry Today we've found a nifty and tasty place called Clare & Carl's Hot Dog Stand. Small place, curbside service. Waitresses were very pleasant and friendly. It's an unassuming place that looks like it's sinking into the ground. Lots of cars in the parking lot. I can see why, the Michigan dogs were absolutely delicious! Had onion rings as well, very good! Topped it off with a can of soda. Service was pretty quick considering how many patrons there were the and how many waitstaff they had. (not many). It's obviously well know in the area. Open from the end of March to the beginning of October. No frills, plain and simple excellent food. Appears to be cash only. Waitstaff was very pleasant and efficient. Since we don't live in the area it will be this coming Spring before we get back. We will go back! read more

Gonna love, love this place til the ground swallows it whole! The Michigans this year are fantastic, spicy but not to hot, steamy bun, perfection. Prices are fantastic. Nothing takes me back to my childhood like pulling into the parking lot of C&C. read more

I cannot think of enough compliments for this place!! Food is awesome, Service is great.. never been indoors so cannot comment on ambiance. But I hope they open for the season very soon!!! Also nominated them for favorite restaurant on facebook....sorry, no pics. read more

Best red hots. Best burgers. Friendly service. Whenever I come to the North Country I have to stop at Clare and Carl's.

Michigans are a cult favorite of us Plattsburgh folks. Its part of the culture like apples and maple syrup. This place has been around since before I was born and was always a favorite. The food is probably only a three star as it's pretty ok, but the service is amazing. read more

The building tilts. It's a cash-only dive with limited indoor seating, but lots of outdoor seating, and they were OK with us having a dog that day outside because there was no one else there. This "hotdog stand" is dangerously close to my best friends house, so we made the three minute walk over there. I loved, loved, LOVED eating my two Texas red hots, Michigan-style, in Plattsburgh, New York. What a geographical sandwich. The diced onions were flavorful but mild, and I loved the chewy, steamed fluffy buns and the surprisingly tender hot dogs. I really liked the texture of the meat sauce, it was tender and soft and slow simmered. I might've preferred the sauce a little spicier, but I understand why they would've kept it on the mild side to make it more family-friendly. It was nothing that an extra swirl of extra-spicy mustard couldn't fix. I wasn't that hungry, so I didn't order fries. However, once I started chowing down on those delectable dogs it took me no time to finish both of them. Did I mention, they are only $2.10 a piece? It is a good thing that this hot dog stand is not anywhere close to where I live, I could probably eat those things at least once a week! What's funny is, in Cincinnati they have coneys, but I do not like Cincinnati style chili. This chili dog sauce was nothing like Cincinnati-style sauce, rather it was savory, thick enough to eat with a fork, and yummy (and I prefer my chili dogs without that big glob of orange cheese on top, which is a Cincinnati thing as well, I think). read more

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My dad grew up in Plattsburgh and always talked about coming here with his mom when he was a child. Growing up he always made them for my siblings, him and I recently visited and we had to stop! The Michigan's were AMAZING! The staff was all so nice and the fellow patrons were great. Highly recommend visiting for a great bargain and even better food! read more

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Great hot dogs. Fun food to try brought right to the car. Order "with" (onions). Yum. French fries are crispy and not greasy. It's a win. read more

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Friendly staff! My kids loving being able to eat outside! Thanks for keeping this business open for the local community to enjoy

Whenever I'm in town visiting family this is a classic place to stop. Amazing hot dogs, better than the ones in New York City or Chicago. Nice little spot to sit outside. Great spot. read more

Great food and nice employees. Always enjoy just eating it there. Always missed during the winter.

It is a dying little dive. The building is falling and leaning. The food average. The service is marginal. I usually promote small business and historic business even more. This place is unfortunately a shadow of its former self. The employees are rude, unfriendly, and cold. I am from west Texas visiting the area promoting small business and historical sites. I thought this place being a historical site would be more positive. It was not. I had my order to go which took longer than expected. As I sat there looking around taking photos and wondering about an angle on how to do a video to promote a historic small business, I sat next to my family member at the counter. I was by the cashier, a woman must have been in her 40s thinking she is 10 yrs younger, she was writing checks infront of us on the counter right infront of us, she kept babbling about how an employee was late 10 mins etc... and joking then she couldn't figure out what date it was when she was scribbling those checks. It was may 31st, she kept asking "Hey guys whats the date today" we both answered its the 31st before other employees even figured it out. She didn't even look at us, or said a thing, she continued talking looking down at her scribbles continuing to ignore us as we were at the counter she was there for more than 10 minutes and not once looked up or smiled or said anything. Its not a friendly place. They have a very negative attitude i dont recommend anyone going there. Better quality and atmosphere at MCSweeneys. read more

One of the true tastes of summer. Clare & Carl's has another location by the marina, but it's just not the same. You've got to go to the ramshackle original with the horseshoe counter, the picnic area, the outhouse washrooms, and the car service. It's worth going for the neon sign alone. We've tried all the major Michigans outfits in Plattsburgh, and C & C is by far and away our favorite, for the ambiance and for their Michigans. Get 'em with the onions "buried" and don't shy away from the mustard. Their fries are not so hot, but they do have a decent coleslaw, and, really, let's be honest, it's all about the Michigans. read more

Clare & Carl's Hot Dog Stand - texas red hots - Hot Dogs Near Me - Plattsburgh, New York

Best Michigan's in town. Great value, Great service. I've never had a bad experience here. The wait can sometimes be long, but that's because they're so busy. But worth the wait. read more

Classic summer time meal great for the whole family! High recommend their special Fries and of course their Michigans.

Clare and Carl's is the world's best Michigan: case closed. From Paris to Tokyo, Johannesburg to Anchorage, Moscow to LA, nowhere will you find a better Michigan (including Michigan). The fries are delicious too. Just wish they were open year-round. read more

We stopped in for the usual...Michigan and FRIES. They were out of FRIES at 5:00. Two main items on the menu and out of one? Peel a damn potato! McSweeneys had FRIES! read more

This building has been a Texas Red Hot stand since I was a kid in the late '50s. The Michigan's are outstanding. Something I truly missed since I moved to Connecticut. Just nothing like these Hot Dogs from Clare and Carl's. Yes, it looks like it's a building ready to fall in on itself, but it's been like this for many, many years. I'm sure they pay good money to have the building look like this. Stop on in and enjoy this great establishment. You won't be disappointed. read more

Clare & Carl's Hot Dog Stand - Texas Red Hots - Hot Dogs Near Me - Plattsburgh, New York

This is a must- do for the Plattsburgh experience. Ask any local and you will get the story about the sauce rivalry, which is an ongoing town drama. The food here is greasy and cheap. If you haven't had a michigan, it's THE place in Plattsburgh to really experience their glory. Or have a burger and fries. This is probably not the place to try anything exotic. The eatery itself is also super fun to visit, dilapidated and nearly sinking into the ground. It's very picturesque and towny, with a nice outdoor seating area. read more

There is only one red hot, and it is found nowhere else besides Clare & Carl's. Have never had a bad experience there in my 23 years of eating there. read more

Great little place on the side of the road. Tiny but quaint. Great burgers and dogs. Good service. I will go back for sure. read more

Clare & Carl's Hot Dog Stand - Try it! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Plattsburgh, New York

Wonderful charming place, excellent service & excellent hot dogs with meat sauce. A must stop if in the area. Car hops offer carside service food brought directly to your vehicle. I thoroughly enjoyed my "Michigan" hot dog. read more

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Best red hots ever! I liked how they steamed the bun, and dressed the dog with just the right amount of chili and onions. Had to order two -- they were that good. Total classic, old school hot dog joint -- a blast from the past! read more