Classic no frills burger & hot dog joint in the heart of downtown Salisbury! The staff couldn't be nicer, and you could tell they had several regulars coming in at lunchtime. Note that it's cash only, there's no seating and the menu options are limited (just burgers and dogs, no pickles/lettuce/tomato), but the quality and prices more than make up for it (plus, they know what they do well and they stick to it... nothing wrong with that in my book!). We got two cheeseburgers and walked up the block to have them at Bell Tower Green -- perfect place to enjoy a flawless, thick and juicy burger!!! read more

Hap's Grill - Hot Dogs Near Me - Salisbury, North Carolina

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Always hits the spot! Prompt and friendly service and the price point is excellent. I always stop when I'm in the 704!

I'm new to working in the area and wanted a hot dog for lunch. This place popped up on my Yelp search for hot dogs. To my surprise, I arrived to find a line waiting outside the door! I figured this had to be a good sign. There service area inside it very tiny and there is no seated dining area. There is a small counter area where you can stand and eat your food. And it was! I ordered the cheese dog with no onions. It was delicious, reminiscent of the homemade hotdogs that my grandmother use to make in the countryside of Louisiana. It's important to note that this is a cash only business. Cashier was very friendly and welcoming to customers. read more

Hap's Grill - Line outside the door - Hot Dogs Near Me - Salisbury, North Carolina

A perfect match of hotdog , bun and chili. Something about the way Hap's Grill does it that I've not been able to find anywhere else! read more

I'm in Salisbury a lot in the evenings and this place closes at 4pm. But I was blessed to be there on a Saturday when they were open and the dropped by. It's such a simple place. Hot dog, cheese dog, hamburger or cheeseburger and toppings are chili, onion and mustard. Simple but people line up down the street to eat here. Cash only. Not my favorite thing, but I get it. The food was amazing. My kind of great homemade style hot dogs and burgers. Can't wait to go again!! read more

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You ever take a bite of a hot dog and just know you have to come back for more? That was Haps for me. This was the best hotdog I have ever had. The burger was just *fine* but I only had a bite so I'd get another to try. I love that the menu is so simple and only has hamburgers and hotdogs on it. This place is packed with regulars and I may just be a new regular. read more

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I honestly don't see what all the hype about this place is. Everyone said how good this place is so I tried it for the first time today and had high expectations so I drove 45 minutes to get there. I got a burger and was very disappointed. I do have to say it was fresh but didn't taste like a burger, more like meatloaf. Chili wasn't the greatest. So I won't be going back, so many other places with better burgers. read more

Great Burgers! Hot dogs grilled like they should be. Always a line if that is telling. Stand up and eat. No sitting allowed, lol read more

As a Salisbury native, I will always be a fan of Haps. 9 times out of 10 they're going to have a line up the block, especially on a beautiful day. They're just a hole in the wall (literally) and have few spots to stand and eat inside, so most people eat outside, or take it to go! As far as food, you get few options (which I love) and I am a cheese dog with ketchup, mustard and light chili kind of girl. I typically would not eat onions (at all), but I LOVE this chili (it has onions). My husband always gets a cheese dog and 2 cheeseburgers. You also have got to get a glass cheerwine or cheerwine slushie. Now, be prepared for people to know you went to Haps for lunch, because that smell will follow you, but it is worth it. read more

A staple of Salisbury, NC. This is the perfect downtown spot for a quick, affordable and simple bite. The limited menu only offers hamburgers hot dogs and sodas. That's it! It's simple, fun and delicious. I ordered the cheese dog and hamburger, and both were great! Keep in mind that they only take cash. I loved it and can't wait to come back! read more

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This has been my go to for the past 20 years. The best hotdogs, chili and people You can meet. Get a chili dog with cheese from Jamie and a cheerwine. Don't forget the cash. It's a cash only kinda joint. Check out more at my TT Tarheelfoodie828 read more

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Today was the perfect day to grab some lunch where we could stand outside and eat. Extremely simple concept and menu. It works so well! We ordered 2 hot dogs with chili and mustard and 1 cheeseburger all the way (mustard, chili & onions). The burger was nice and fresh and fit the bun perfectly so you get a burger and bread in every bite. The hot dogs were good and the mustard and chili complemented it well. All drinks are in glass bottles, and being in Salisbury-Cheerwine is a must! Staff was super nice and very efficient. read more

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Best chili in town! Hot dogs are great and the burgers are even better! Love this small historic place.

Hap's has the best hotdogs and hamburgers anywhere! Their chili is made fresh daily and their Cheerwine is always colder than anywhere else!! read more

This place has the best bang for your buck as far as burgers go. Im not sure how they create such a soft and juicy well-done burger but I'm not complaining! There's always a line out of the door and with good reason. It's worth the wait!! read more

Great homemade burger! Got it with all the fixings as recommended by the locals, loved every juicy bite! read more

This is old school place! I got two hotdogs but the burgers looked equally delicious. Cilli on the hotdogs was fantastic! Great flavor with a hint of hot. The hotdogs themselves had a great taste, that little crisp texture from being grilled on the flattop. Only wish they had creamy coleslaw to add to the hotdogs. read more

I get that it's a local flavor favorite that plays on its uniquity: tiny shop, no seating, limited standing, no fries, no beer, no problem... but how do I get mustard-onion-relish when you have no relish? middling sausage, middling bun, wrapped in paper (yea!) plus bagged chips in a plain paper sack (yea! again) with paper napkins. burgers and dogs prepared on a flat grill about five feet away behind the counter but still pretty much right in front of your eyes. you can see what's going on so no surprises either good or bad. read more

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I've been going here since I can remember. They have the best burger's I can find. I'm In my late 20's and it's just everything you want in that diamond in the rough "hole in the wall". They're just the nicest people and love getting your food up and going as fast as they can work, they're amazing with the influx they get. In my opinion, it's the food version of Salibury's Cheerwine! Good to the last bite making you want more. Thank God for Haps.. read more

Awesome customer service and great hot dogs. It was my first time there and it will not be my last.

Hap's is a Rowan County legend when it comes to greasy spoons. But like with so many legends, their better days are behind them and unfortunately, Hap's falls into that category. I'll probably catch some flak from the Salisbury faithful but I call them as I see (or taste) them. Hap's is located in downtown Salisbury. It is unique in the fact that there is NO SIT DOWN SERVICE. Menu consists of burgers hotdogs, chips and drinks. Nothing else. That's it. Period. You order at the counter and the burgers and dogs are cooked on a flat top grill in front of you. Service was very friendly. Once you get your order, you can take it to go or stand up and eat it inside or outside. But like I said, no table and chairs. Just a standup counter inside and two outside. I got a hot dog and hamburger all-the-way. I ate them outside. All the way is ketchup, mustard, onions, cheese and chili. Here is where the disappointment begins. Maybe my expectations were too high about this "legendary" eatery. I found the hot dog and hamburger disappointingly BLAND. I could take onion and mustard but the hot dog itself, chili and hamburger were void of flavor. They had substance but zero flavor. I love flavorful foods, Indian, Thai, Cajun and so on. Waiting in a line in 90 degree heat was not worth this by a long shot. I can think of a dozen local places with better burgers. Two stars: one for fast, friendly service and one for legendary status over the decades. Any other place would have been one star. Save your money. If you want to eat here because of the longevity of the business and novelty of their eating arrangements, go ahead. But don't say I didn't tell you so. read more

Hap's Grill - Waiting in line in 90 degree heat outside of Hap's to get to the counter to order food. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Salisbury, North Carolina

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Haps Grill is a downtown Salisbury must try. You pull up and park on the street (you may have to circle a few times to find a spot). Get out and go stand in line. As you stand in line there is a delicious smell wafting out onto the street making your mouth water in anticipation of taking your first bite. The menu includes Hamburgers $3.50, Cheeseburgers $3.75, Hotdogs $2, and/or Cheese Dog $2.25. You can get them fixed the way you want with: cheese, chili, onion and/or mustard. Ketchup you have to add yourself at the counter/outside tables. Drinks include a Cheerwine slushy $2 (the best drink next to a Cheerwine in a bottle), other flavors in a glass bottle (see picture) and bottled water for $1.75. Make it a combo and add a bag of chips for $.75. read more

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Made a quick stop here on our way out of Charlotte. What a great choice! Hap's is your classic hole in the wall. Limited menu, cash pay, standing room only. The staff was so friendly! And the other patrons were locals who have been eating at Hap's for decades. We tried the burgers and hotdogs and both were perfect. The burger is a lightly packed patty, served "all the way" with onions, mustard and chili on a soft bun. I only ordered one, but I can easily see how people get their names on the wall for eating 5, 6, 7 or more! If we're ever passing through again, we will definitely stop again. read more

Been going there for years but I retired about 10 years ago and don't go through the area as often. Went by there a few weeks ago. Don't know if it was just an off day or what but the two hot dogs I got, regular all the way, were so salty I could not eat even half of one. I tasted the 2nd one just to make sure. I'll try them again next time I go that way. read more

My first time trying this place it was delicious. The 2 behind the counter were very nice and service was quick. Will be back soon !!

Best cheese chili dog I've had since moving to NC. soft drinks in ice cold glass bottles...a real throwback. Bit of nostalgia in downtown Salisbury. read more

Great Chili Cheese Hot Dog and Bacon Cheeseburger was enjoyed by my husband and . Was recommended by niece who lived in Salisbury years ago. It did not disappoint! read more

A staple in Salisbury, NC. Always so yummy! Love the food and love the staff! You will smell like Hap's for the rest of the day but it is always worth it for me. read more

Since moving to Salisbury 2 years ago, this has been on my must try list. This past Saturday my husband & I got in the car & I was driving so I headed to downtown Salisbury with this place in mind. Looking for parking, we circled around & saw that the line was out the door at Hap's. Once in line we waited at least 20 minutes & watched as person after person piled out wearing a smile & with a greasy paper bag in hand & often a soda or Cheerwine slushy in the other. We each ordered a hot dog and a cheeseburger- all the way. There's not much more than that on the menu (I'm not complaining- except that I did experience a degree of disappointment in the realization that there are no french fries, but instead potato chips). I had my hot dog first. It was fine. It wasn't some crazy delicious, out of body experience... it was a hot dog. It was a steamed bun & a hot dog covered in chili- including the cooked onions, and mustard. The concept was there, I just really felt like something was missing... next time I think I'll ask for raw onions & extra mustard. My husband thought slaw would've been a good addition, I agree. The cheeseburger was actually the highlight, in my opinion. It bared a chargrilled kind of crisp. The meat is loosely bound, like the burger is almost fall apart. The cheese melted nicely- somehow still lacking slightly. I think this could be resolved with condiments, again fresh onions and mustard may give the boost I was searching for. I enjoyed the glass bottle Cheerwine- although I didn't think it was quite cold enough. My husband had the Cheerwine slushy. It wasn't bad, but seemed a little flat. Overall we enjoyed the experience & will be back in attempt to perfect the combination of condiments on these Salisbury classics. read more

Let go and enjoy a Salisbury tradition, Hap's. Grilled hotdogs served with incredible meticulous skill and slathered with their own recipes delicious chili. Fast service and happy satisfied customers. A must lunch destination for years. Eat at the counter and say hello to everyone you meet at Hap's. read more

When I actually ate pork and before watching where Hotdogs came from ... big yes but there's no beef options in hotdogs. I do like the beef burgers with the chili. I also like the dive appeal. read more

Hap's Grill was featured in a recent issue of Our State in their "Hole in the Wall" edition. This is the second time that Our State has led me astray here recently. Hap's does not live up to the hype. I get the appeal. It has all of the makings of a place that I would love: small place, Cheerwine paraphernalia, neon sign out front, hot dogs and hamburgers cooked right in front of you and piled with chili. Unfortunately, the food just isn't that good. The place is very small and there is always a line out the door. There is no seating inside so I just grabbed a bench outside in Historic Salisbury. It was a great day, so that was not a problem. The ordering process is pretty quick and seamless. The employees were friendly and the food came out fast. I decided that I wanted to try both the hot dog and hamburger. I got both the hotdog and hamburger all the way. They piled on the chili which I was excited about. Unfortunately, this was the downfall. The chili was bland and added nothing to the meal. The hamburger itself was just not very good. It was overcooked and didn't have much flavor. I would consider the squished hot dog mediocre at best. The glass bottle Cheerwine that washed it down was the best thing about the meal. I give Hap's 3 stars because of the history and the nostalgia of the place. The service was great, but honestly the food was closer to 2 stars. I have heard rumors that this place has changed hands recently (I am not positive about this) and this may have something to do with it. I may give Hap's another try, but it definitely did not live up to the rave reviews. read more

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Fun place to grab a quick fun lunch. Good food great value. It's iconic and you should try it.

Best hamburger and hotdog in salisbury ride from Charlotte just to get both love this place

If you looking for a place to sit down and have bells and whistles then this is not the place. If you are looking for a great simple and well done hot dog and cheeseburger then this is your place. The hotdog are cooked to the point where they have a great snap. The burgers are cooked well and the chili is spot on. Always a great stop for lunch. read more

In my personal opinion, this place serves the best burger and hot dog in town. Best preference is the "all the way" style. This establishment is a "cash only" establishment, so make sure you hit up the atm before you venture in. I love the fact that they serve glass cola bottles and Cheerwine Slushies. My only recommendation would be to add fries. I think hand cut fries paired with the amazing burgers would top it off! I love this place, the line can be long, but we'll worth the wait. I drive from Davidson for the burger and hot dogs. read more

Not sure what all the fuss is about this place? Average hot dogs at best. Price is OK, but there's no seating, and I can go to the Cookout down the street and get a full meal, and have a place to sit, for less money. Yeah it looks like the place has been there forever, but other than for nostalgia, I don't see why I'd return. read more

Hap's Grill - Hot Dogs Near Me - Salisbury, North Carolina

Best hotdogs ever! In town! Around town! Anywhere! For all time! Haps is now on its 3rd owner. I have been eating there since the 80s when Hap himself opened it. I am a hotdog junkie and although around town we have many, many hotdog places, this is my favorite, hands down! I get the cheese dog, currently 2.25. Okay fine, I actually get two of them. It is a cash only place, so have money ready when you go in. Lines are frequently long so be prepared for a possible wait but you wont regret it. They also have hamburgers but I'm a hot dog girl so I can't really speak on those. In all these decades, I've tried a burger just once. Go on uptown. Get you a cheesedog all the way! read more

Great hot dog and hamburgers very friendly staff treat you like family very busy place always try to get there early but would recommend this place to anyone read more

Ok, so part of me feels really sorry for this review. Listen, I enjoyed the hot dogs and the Cheerwine. I promise I did. I've just had better. I showed up at 1:45 on a Saturday and saw the line outside the door and got real excited. There are some places where you're just glad to stand in line and I thought this would be one of them. After working through the line, I ordered two hot dogs (chili and mustard) and a Cheerwine. $4.25 total. Not shabby right? The chili was certainly atypical for hot dog chili. Group beef, onions and seasoning. Not spicy. For me the dog was SEVERELY lacking cole slaw. With some slaw, this dog might have been 5 stars. The Cheerwine was delicious, as always. If I'm back in Salisbury, I'll try Hap's again. Maybe get a burger this time. read more