McSweeneys Red Hots & Restaurant in Plattsburgh
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Plattsburgh, Clinton County, New York, US
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Site: http://www.mcsweeneysredhots.com/
- Monday:11AM–8PM
- Tuesday:11AM–8PM
- Wednesday:11AM–8PM
- Thursday:11AM–8PM
- Friday:11AM–8PM
- Saturday:11AM–8PM
- Sunday:Closed
Best sauce in town. It is a little spicy, but thats what a good tasting Michigan should be. My family and I have been coming since they opened. When u think Michigans you should trust in these guys. The staff is some of the hardest working people Ive seen time and time again. Ive been in the restaurant industry for over 20 years and Im still impressed every time i come here. No one is ever sitting around. If you have to wait a second for service and food, i promise its because they are busy, not forgetful. Thanks guys!
I, like many red blooded North Country natives, love michigans. The fact that theyre open year round gives them an edge over Clare and Carls (their michigan sauce is pretty much identical, those who argue otherwise are biased in some way, either that or theyre mentally deficient). I docked a star for two reasons. 1.) They dont accept cards. I dont carry cash, like many others, which means I need to think ahead and make a special trip to the ATM or else get charged to use the one on site. 2.) They always have Fox News on. Put on ESPN or something less divisive, I dont need that political bullpoo while Im trying to cram red hots down my gullet.
Since I moved here the hype Ive heard about Michigan dogs was every where. So I finally got one from what everyone said was the 2nd best place in Plattsburgh.. Terrible pricing for a hot dog and fry. The one star is only for the friendly car door service that is given.
I remember when I was first introduced to Michigan I wasnt sure what they were or if I would like them but now Im hooked and there are different places that serve Michigans in Plattsburgh and around the North country but I really like mcsweeneys the best theres something about the sauce the meat sauce thats excellent and different than the other slop they throw on their hot dogs at other establishments try mcsweeneys
Total reviews rating 4.5
126 Reviews for McSweeneys Red Hots & Restaurant 2023:
Review №1
2022-03-221 Michigan buried and Special fries with homemade fries and extra sauce. Always my go to meal and never disappoints! Local favorite year round!!!!
Review №2
2022-04-02Fox News on the tv and epoch times bummed me out, but the Michigans and fries had to happen.
Review №3
2022-05-04Food was great! Server was excellent! The blaring FOX news and the far right-wing political references everywhere means we wont be back.
Review №4
2022-02-12Great lunch spot. Cash only they do have an ATM.I always have to get a root beer float. The deluxe burgis delicious.
Review №5
2021-05-17Michigan sauce is second to none, thats all there is to it. Also love the homemade fries with the skin (they offer your well known crinkle fries too).. and the special fries with mich sauce and cheese are crazy good. they use real melted cheese too, not the yellow wax cheese (they might offer that if you prefer it, not sure). Great menu, have heard good things about other menu items, look forward to trying a few. Last and maybe first, great friendly service.
Review №6
2021-12-14They use generic hot dogs from Sysco food service here, which is offputting. The meat sauce is extremely spiced, packs a punch, which somewhat overshadows the hot dog. Its tasty cause its still a hot dog, but I wouldnt go out of my way for one of these.
Review №7
2021-06-13Always a great experience at Mcsweeneys! The waitress was literally running. From the time we sat at the picnic table to the time we were served was less than 10 minutes. It was noon and they were busy. Service with a smile as always. The food was hot and the Michigans were good as always. Remember the sauce has some kick to it, so if you like your Michigan sauce plain without heat this isnt it. All in all its a 5 star experience every single time!
Review №8
2021-03-11Ate here a few weeks ago on the way back from Ice fishing and the food was great. The waitress was amazing. She was very friendly had showed awesome customer service. You could tell she loved her job. I am not sure what her name was but she def earned the tip we gave her which was the same amount as our bill!!!
Review №9
2021-09-23My wife and I, a couple out-of-towners, spent the week exploring the Champlain Islands and surrounding area. We wanted to experience some famed Plattsburgh Red Hots (otherwise colloquially referred to as Michigans. McSweeneys is well regarded by the locals and its now well regarded by us too. Bare in mind, its still the Covid age, so business procedures have to adapt. So you cant go inside to place the order, but they handle call ahead as well as car-side orders. Our waitress Taressa was out to our car window the moment we pulled in to clear up any questions we had and take our order. Taressas help was top-notch; she was friendly, patient, and helpful with answers.We ended up ordering some Red Hots w/buried onions and mustard , onion rings, and poutine fries (gravy and cheese for those not local) with a couple bottles of soda, and our pup even ended up with a sliced hot dog of his own. Taressa brought it all out with some ketchup, Franks hot sauce, napkins and utensil. After a dash of hot sauce on mine, I took a bite, it was delicious. You can see the little flecks or pepper seed and red skin, and theres a sweet spiciness too it, but not too spicy. My dog loved his sliced hotdog, but I almost had my first Red Hot down before my dog finished his. My wife skipped the hot sauce and said it was just the right level of spice for her, not too hot.The poutine and rings were fantastic as well. The poutine having gravy and cheese layered well throughout the fries, and the rings crisp and warm. Now the price, thats the icing on the cake. Now Im used to paying more for food back home, as an out-of-towner I was expecting to pay nearly double what it cost. Its a fantastic deal!Locals of Plattsburgh, Im jealous of your easy access to McSweeneys. If youre a traveler anywhere in the area, swing by for some great food and friendly help. Thanks McSweeneys and Tareesa for a great time!
Review №10
2021-08-15McSweeneys by the city beach has the best kitchen staff thanks in part to a young man who told me he actually looks forward to my order as we had a SNAFU back in May or June which was as much my fault as theirs, but as the saying goes in retail and hospitality,The customer is always right. The wait staff goes out of the way to thank you, and most call me by my name which is important regarding loyalty, as people tend to return to restaurants that make them feel valued. Thanks McSweeneys Rt.9, you know this is the location by the city beach... Great people who have great food !