This place is the real deal. Old School but all the options. Great dogs, great people, great character. I've spent a lot of time in Chicago. I've spent a lot of time in NY. Those cities both have great street dogs. So does Matt's. There is no better place for hot dogs in the general Seattle area. read more

Stumbled upon this humble little eatery while in Seattle's Sodo district with my kids. The Google and Yelp reviews were spot on. Not only did the kids get a quick lunch they all agreed they want to come back and do it again. The owner was very friendly, the food was great, prices were more than reasonable, and the wait was very short. What more could a mom ask for when feeding a group of hungry kids. read more

Matt's flesh tuxedo tubes are my favorite dog's in Seattle. Located in the industrial district in Georgetown this tiny diner offers some amazing tube steaks in a bun a man or woman could desire. Matt's dog's are not giant Costco sized but thin skinny dog's with a snap when you eat them. The bun is always moist and never hard or crusty. Not sure how they manage this but I like it. Generally I stick with two types of hot dogs. The traditional bun, dog & " MUSTARD " combo or the bun, dog & chili aka chili dog! YES, chili dog is not only famous but its delicious. But Matt's offers up fries and a burger to menu items. Now I've never tasted the burger and someday I will , however it's half the quality of it's hot dogs well I'm sure it's a winner. Service at MATT's is exceptional. Always speedy & with a friendly greeting when ordering. On a cold day's it's limited in space to eat inside but when the weather changes the outside tent is nice to eat at. It's like being in your backyard table. Well, if this doesn't make you wanna hot dog well your probably a vegan. But for those who love hot dogs like myself you'll need to mark this place down. "Dirty Harry" "You know what makes me really sick to my stomach?" "Is watching you stuff your face with those hot dogs. Nobody, I mean NOBODY puts ketchup on a hot dog." read more

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

These guys know how to sling tasty dogs! Not mind blowing, but decent price and good variety. I tried a Chicago dog, chili dog and Seattle dog. The Chicago dog was probably my favorite, as was the chili dog. The Seattle dog was a little boring for me (and I love a good Seattle dog). The guy taking our order was super nice, and did a great job. No indoor seating, but the outdoor seating was great. read more

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Great food and excellent service. The ambiance is outdoor seating. Great in the summer time.

I had to get the chili dog since it's the namesake. Pretty solid chili dog. It doesn't photograph well but it tastes good. Very nice gentleman running the hot dog joint! read more

The burger was good. The fries were bad but the chili cheese fries are worse. The hot dog is okay. Go here for burgers. The location is quaint and old timey, I love it. The staff is also really nice. There no indoor seating. read more

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If you're looking for a quick and affordable place to get lunch, Matt's is the place with their ~$5ish hot dogs and burgers all under $10. There's a good variety of dogs from your local favourites like the Seattle Dogs, to their Famous Chili Dogs. The space is quite small, there's a few bar stool tables to sit at, but you'd have a better time eating outside at one of the benches. Other than that, service is quick pace and no-frills. The hot dog I ordered was satisfying, has a nice snap like how they describe it, and honestly I whiffed up that hot dog pretty quickly, honestly could've eaten two. But instead I wanted to try out a burger as well which satisfied my hunger. It's a good burger, a little too much lettuce for me though. The only thing I didn't like was the fries that I got, they felt a little stale, so I could. have done without it. TLDR: Great dogs, good burgers, could've been better fries. Worth visiting if you're in Georgetown. read more

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Matt's! Wha more needs to be said, it's a fantastic burger, even better hot dogs, friendly staff and the old school vibe is the cherry on top. Grab a seattle dog, it's the best in the city. read more

This was a place in my to visit list and I had to do a Togo because I was in a rush. The place is small and more of takeout orders but there is also place to sit and eat outside. It would be better to order and eat there instead of doing takeout. The hot dog tasted good but it was a bit soggy because I decided to do takeout which was a bad mistake. But I will give this place another try soon! read more

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This is place is a staple. Been there since the '90s and May is still there as well. Great little piece of Seattle history. Not a lot of hot dog centered restaurants or joints around here so when I discovered it I knew I had to check it out. It's in the hat I call the industrial area outside the city but still within the city type. It's on a corner next to tracks and obscurity. I wanted to try a few things so I already had in mind my order but I still took my time and perused the spot before sauntering up the stoop. It has a quaint little outdoor square so to speak with benches and wood countertops yo eat and that's where I decided to set myself once I had my food. I went inside and saw men in the kitchen and running the counter and shortly after Mike, the man hisself came in with a classic PNW grin and smile. I ordered the NY dog, the Seattle dog and the Chicago. Large coke and a side of cheese fries. I wanted to lay card but the system was down and luckily I just so happened to have cash, which I rarely do or if I do it's for emergencies only. Well the silent alarm went off and I humbly pulled out my bill and paid due. After a bit of short time my food was ready and I stepped out into the outdoor space and took my spot and ate. My food was hit and looked good. The coke was nice and cold and I dug right in. The first so was the Seattle. Cream cheese and grilled onions. A good dog. I'm not sure why Seattle settled on those toppings but I'm not completely. It was savory and a little sweet from the onions. Creamy and a good blend of texture and bite. The next was the NY dog. It had sauerkraut, classic tomato sauce and mustard. It was good. Now I've never been to New York but I've had the original Sabrettes tomato condiment and it's more vinegary than Mikes version but still a good dog. Last but my favorite whenever and wherever I see it on the menu was the Chicago dog. Classic. Sport pepper. Tomatoes slices. Pickle. Sport relish. Onion. Mustard and even celery seed. The only difference was the missing poppyseed bun but it was still a great dog. After I downed the kennel I ate the cheese fries. Good excellent crisp and salty. Creamy but not too gooey cheese sauces. Are there better versions of this? Yes but it paired well with the dogs that I forgot to mention had a great snap and bite. The chew of everything was immaculate. But the fires wet a good side dish. I definitely recommend this place for not just a great dog but for history and nostalgia plus you get to might get to see the legend himself, Mike. read more

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs - Seattle dog. New York dog. Chicago dog. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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8/12/2025 Went to Matt's Hot Dogs for the first time on a recent work trip to Seattle. I was starving and someone at the airport told me they had really good hot dogs, so I gave it a try. The place is basically a small wooden shack with a little covered patio outside. They have a variety of options -- chili dogs, kraut dogs, Chicago dogs -- plus hamburgers and a selection of french fries. I ordered the Chicago dog ($6.89), which came with peppers, mustard, onions, green relish, and celery salt. It was... okay. The bun was just a plain hot dog bun, no poppy seeds or anything special. I've had better -- in fact, Mustard's in Los Alamitos, CA makes a Chicago dog that blows this one away, and I gave them 5 stars. It wasn't terrible, just nothing to go out of your way for. If you're nearby and in the mood for a hot dog, it's worth a stop. But based on my experience, I wouldn't make a special trip. read more

Seattle Dog 4/5 overall. Bun 4/5. Dog 5/5. Toppings 4/5. Size and value 3/5. Fantastic hot dog from the world famous spot, Matt's! Soft steamed bun, delicious with a great snap to it, all about that snap! Best dog I have ever had no doubt. Cream cheese and onions well portioned and added nicely to the flavor and texture. Everyone needs to try a Matt's dog! read more

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs - Seattle Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Burger patty taste like quality beef. It was lightly seasoned and the veggies added a lovely freshness. The hotdogs hit the spot. The amount of fries you get with the chili cheese fries is sad. Overall, price is fair and they have plenty parking in the front along with outside eating area. Great local burger/ hot dog joint. read more

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My complements to the wurstmacher. The quality of this hot dog - meat, seasoning, reasonable amount of salt, appropriate amount of fat and snap of the casing are off the charts. I had to go with the Seattle dog. Creaming cheese and grilled onions, interesting, sounds odd but it kind of works. The coney was a good chili. Indoor hotdog stand, small inside , service is quick. I mean, it's a hot dog. I wish there were more places like this. read more

Straight up spot with the best dogs in Seattle that I've found so far. I just wish they were open on weekends! My go-to is the Chicago dog with extra peppers read more

Great dogs at a great price. Needed a quick bite to eat while on the road and im glad i made the stop 10/10 recommend

A couple of months ago, I made chili at home based purely on vibes in that I assumed that throwing ground beef with spices, aromatics, some tomatoes, beans, and stock would result in some kind of chili. On paper, this is probably true. In execution, I made unexceptional chili that was rather flavorless and overall disappointing and not representative of my self-determined culinary ability. Eating a chili dog at my famous chili dogs gave me a glimpse at an alternate reality where my love for hot dogs and my inability to make a good chili manifested in a physical establishment. I was not a fan of my chili dog because I couldn't distinguish the chili from the dog and it reminded me painfully of my own mediocrity. That said, my chicago dog was excellent and very much a faithful representation of my history with chicago dogs. So overall, I nailed it where it mattered. The dogs are really the highlight of my famous chili dogs while the chili leaves much to be desired. I would definitely come back again to eat my non-chili dogs and try one of my unmentioned burgers. Thanks, me! read more

Hands-down, best wieners in the city. My personal favorite is the New York. Best fries I've ever had and they're consistently always the best fries I've ever had. seriously read more

I feel like I'm in a twilight zone with how many positive reviews this place is getting. This place is buns. It's bland as bland can be. On par with bad pizza being like cardboard. I am baffled and appalled. Extra star given only due to service and charm of old school Georgetown. read more

Great food, service, music, and fun! Experience a classic old time hot dog stand with all of the fixings! But not just simply dogs; enjoy burgers, fries, and great shakes (I suggest Chocolate/Strawberry)... https://youtube.com/shorts/O1ekWOE8aag?feature=share read more

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Honestly a Georgetown icon. I come here for lunch whenever I'm in the area for work, they're super fast and convenient--and their sausages are house made! Even for takeout, everything gets packaged really well. But, if it's a nice day, there's a shaded patio and benches outside. Whenever I want to recommend out-of-towners to the Seattle dog, I take them here, and it always receives rave reviews! read more

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs - Seattle style fire dog and chili cheese fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I am a bit of a hotdog snob, but Matt's are really quite good. Absolutely up there with the best dogs I've found in Seattle. (I still believe there are no 5-star hot dog joints in this city, so 4 is high praise.) While a lover of dogs, the chili version has never been my favorite, but it's in the name for godsakes so obviously I had to try one. Luckily I was a hungry boy and also had room to order a Chicago dog, hold the relish. Also fries. The dogs are muy bueno - a massive green flag is the natural casing, and telltale snap that comes with it. This is how a dog should feel and sound when bitten into. I do wish they were spiced a bit more, but they're quite tasty. The chili I found underwhelming...don't get me wrong, it was good, I downed it fast and licked my fingers afterward, it was just a little generic, and I would trade a bit of sweetness for a few more dashes of seasoning if I could have it my way. The Chicago dog was money. My only qualm is that it just had one sport pepper...easy fix, I'll order extra next time. The buns were steamed soft, not toasted, as they should be. I prefer a poppy bun myself but that's a matter of much debate and I won't force my views on the world. I found the fries, despite claims on the menu, not to be worthy of a marriage proposal. They were decent, but not amazing, and I just couldn't see myself spending the rest of my life with them. All in all, Matt is running a damn fine hot dog joint, and you won't go wrong here for lunch. read more

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs - Matts Famous Chili Dog, Matts Classic Chicago Dog, Fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

After 6 years of procrastination I finally visited Matt's Famous Chili Dogs. Nice place signage's very noticeable, parking lot clean, eating area clean. I normally focus on the main items but I side tracked and ordered chili fries. Matt was on the counter and he was a nice guy, engaging with customers. I ordered a Polish Sausage, Seattle Style, great flavor, heated bun. And the Chili Fries delivered the flavor as well. The Polish may have been steamed but it still delivered. I need to take a second run to request one with a little char on it. Over all this institution has been around since 1992 and requires a visit. read more

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The BEST Frankfurter ( That's Their REAL Name ) On The Entire Western United States . Absolutely Delicious, New York , Chicago, Seattle, Chili You Name It read more

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs - 3 New York Dogs ... The BEST EVER ! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Nice hot dogs, I enjoyed the chili dog and the chili fries. Service was quick and fast-with the ambiance being pretty relaxed for a dive place to get your food to go. read more

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The spicy polish dog is SOOOO GOOOOOOOOD!!! I notoriously have stomach problems with hot dogs but I love them so I just accept it as a cost. At Matt's not only were the dogs (and fried) INSANELY delicious but I can successfully report as a stomach issue girly I had zero problems! I'll absolutely be back (not to forget to mention the pricing is great!) read more

Very nice man... although the slaw dog was awful. First it tasted as though the hotdog sat in water no flavor. The slaw was an enormous amount of dressing in it no flavor The chili came out of a can and the bun was bought from Walmart. The chili cheese fries was McDonalds fries with canned chili on it. Sorry to say but for 20.00 bucks I'm not impressed read more

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs - Mushy hotdog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Fantastic hotdogs extremely delicious chili french fries are out of this world Matt is a wonderful guy the ambience is fun and exciting and the posters are hilarious in the service at Matt is top-notch and consistent! read more

Skip the burgers--you go here for the dogs! This is the closest thing you'll find to a real hot dog-like those found in New York, New Jersey, Detroit (coney dogs!). Unlike hot dogs in Seattle which seem to all be some kind of sausage on a French roll (too much bread) these are all beef dogs that extend beyond the bun with a great "snap" The chili dog is the closest you'll find to a Detroit-style coney dog. A no beans meat sauce with mustard and onions. The New York dog has sauerkraut, red onion sauce-just like those found on the streets of New York. The Chicago Dog is dragged through the garden and comes with a kosher dill pickle, tomato, onion, sweet relish, sport pepper and celery salt. There are many more including a "Seattle Dog" with cream cheese if you must. Also burgers, fries, and shakes. Owner Matt is friendly and can usually be found behind the counter. read more

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You can get a chili dog in a lot of places. This is the only place where I have had a truly great chili cheese dog! I don't live anywhere near there's place, but heard so many good things I had to try it out. I tried the chili cheese, dog, chili, cheese, fries, and Polish dog. They were all exceptional. Lots of choices and they all look amazing. Matt is friendly and entertaining if you get a chance to stop in. It is definitely worth the trip for an authentic chili cheese dog. read more

Really friendly service, and of course you have to try the chili dog here. It's got almost a cafeteria style to it that brings back nostalgia, but at a high quality twist. I ended up getting the chili + slaw - both chili and slaw have that cafeteria quality, where the chili is more a stew of ground meat with a mild amount of spice, and the slaw is your standard fare. The dog itself had a perfect bite and natural casing, although the size could be bigger. Steamed buns, also reminded me of old school style. To top it off, I also got a chocolate shake which was deliciously malty. read more

I used to go here all the time for the best Chicago dogs in town but they have really gone hill. I hadn't been in a couple of years so was super excited but that excitement soon turned to disappointment when I bit into the dog. It was just ok, thrown together messily and the buns are not the same and over streamed. The dog seemed similar to the past but the whole thing was just eh.. I am super bummed that this once amazing stand has gone hill so much that I won't return. read more

Matt's is probably the best food I've ever seen let alone had. When we started introducing solid foods into my baby's diet, it only made sense to go with Matt's entire menu, mainly the chili, the dogs, the buns, and pretty much everything else on the menu to be specific. My family considers Matt's to be a home away from home due to their classic style, service, ambiance, and good looks across the board. The staff is exceptional, they know me by name. Matt's is an absolute staple of the community. I have been to several work events catered by Matt's and it's always incredible. You have to try Matt's Classic Chicago Dog... I'm not messing around here you have to. BEST DOGS SINCE 1992 BABY. read more

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Eh, have to reduce this by two stars. The service (as always) is great, but when I asked for cheese to be added to a hot dog I almost passed out when I saw I was charged $1.39. Should it be free? Absolutely not, but $1.39 to throw some shredded cheese on top of a hot dog? That is absolutely outrageous. Second, I decided to order fries this time and received rock hard, ice cold fries, so much so I thought my tooth was going to chip. I crunched on two or three fries then tossed the rest in the garbage. The final insult was the horrific chocolate shake I ordered, which was made of some kind of iced white confection mixed with chocolate syrup. Ew. I took one sip and thought it tasted like frozen generic chocolate milk. Disgusting. In the trash that went as well. Matt has some tasty dogs and I'll return for those, but that's about it. I'm just glad I didn't order the chili cheese fries or else I probably would have dropped it another star. Chili and cheese on fries but not on a hot dog? Once again, great service but what a disappointment. read more

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs - Chicago on the left, cheeseless chili dog on the right - Hot Dogs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My office in Georgetown orders from Matt's more than we may want to admit. It's definitely a favorite. I like that there is something for everyone. I can get my slaw dog with no bun and still feel like I had enough to eat and that it was good. Some of us can get the veggie dog with their dog of choice. My other favorite is the Chicago dog. Everything is always tasty. It is always quick (we pick up), and if you're feeling something extra their fries or a burger are also fan faves. Nice people, good product, local shop. All around a winner that you should try if you're in the area. read more

Love me some chili dogs. Really good dogs with natural casings that snap and that kind of paste like chili that I wouldn't want to have a bowl of but goes perfect with a dog. read more

The place is just as a remember it as a kid hood dogs for cheap I got a chili and Chicago and was not disappointed Chicago DogMatt's Classic Chicago Dog read more

Matt's Famous Chili Dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

If you want an affordable lunch in Georgetown this is the place to go! Perfect for a burger for sure. They have crispy french fries that are wonderful! Did I mention the employees are so nice?! This is a place to grab your meal and go or sit outside. I've only ate the hamburger and fries here but they are known for their hot dogs and sausages. People rave about them but I'm not much of a dog eater. I've also used them for catering lunches for my work. When you have 100 grown hard working men Matt's will come through for you! Great business in Seattle! read more

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Was really excited to try this place because of the ratings and reviews, however the food was average and left me wanting. Ordered the chili dog, double chili burger, chili cheese fries, a southern dog, and a strawberry shake. The chili was mediocre and was missing that wow factor. The hot dogs also tasted very average. The combo of the 2 reminded me of a chili dog I'd get at a high school football game. The shake also tasted superficial. To compare, the hot dogs at Costco are better and the shakes at Shake Shack beat this place out of the park. I give it 3 stars though because it's a local business and the owner obviously takes pride in his shop since he gets to know his customers. Also packaging of the food is meticulous and done with care. I like how he injects humor in the business and tries to make this place fun to eat at. I probably won't come back here. read more