Classic, timeless, and consistent. They do everything right. Outstanding friendly warm service which makes you feel right at home. If you want to order right don't even use the menu - order the hotchee dog, hotchee burger, etc. Worth the visit. read more

Hamilton Restaurant - Hotchee dog, hotchee burger, and gravy fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Carlisle, Pennsylvania

I don't get these reviews. Hamilton was a disappointment...every dish including Hotcheedogs. Best in PA? Really? Famed hot dog platter was offered with onions and chili only (see pics)...but no sauerkraut was available. Huh? Fish sandwich was over-fried and dried out. Friday Clam Chowder was near clam-less. Friendly, helpful service. Certainly great prices. Popular with local clientele. Personally, I'd prefer higher prices AND better quality of food/preparation. Cash only. read more

Hamilton Restaurant - Fries with chicken gravy. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Carlisle, Pennsylvania

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CASH only. Popular with locals. Reasonable priced breakfast, but nothing to make it stand out from other diners in town.

Great food Great service Great staff a local restaurant I had eggs toast home fires and scappler and 2 hot chocolate read more

Hamilton Restaurant - This is the only restaurant in carsile that has a sign in front of it - Hot Dogs Near Me - Carlisle, Pennsylvania

This place is the "greasy spoon" so to speak of Carlisle. Very local knows this place and the food is cheap and good and always consistent. I recommend getting a "Hatchy Burger" and a "Hatchy Dog". It something unique to this restaurant and they are both amazing! read more

This has been a favorite ever since I was little and still is and always will be. Food is always great and the staff is amazing and so friendly read more

12/26/2022 We are from out of town and we were very fortunate that this restaurant was open. It was packed and not enough help. We waited and that was fine. When we finally ordered it was quite a while before the food got to our table and then drinks, food and condiments arrived in a staggered fashion. Our meal consisted mostly hamburgers and hot dogs. Hambugers were cold and beaten to death on the grill, the hot dogs did not even looked cooked and were a cheap pork and maybe chicken dog, and the drinks were all served in about a 8-10 oz glass. I'm sorry to have given a 1 star to this restaurant but it was totally not a good experience for our table of 5. I am the worst critic I know because I own a restaurant. But this was not a good experience for me and my family. I've never seen anything quite like the way we were taken care. read more

Hamilton Restaurant just off the center of Carlisle on High Street is an old time Pennsylvania city diner with full counter service to go along with booths and tables around the rest of the joint. It has been in one family for several generations serving up large plates of heavy Pennsylvania Dutch (German) cuisine. It isn't the healthiest diet, but it fills the stomach like few others do. So, if your travelling through as we were, it's a decent place to relax a while and stock up on gravy based calories. They are also noted for their house special, Hootchie Dogs, which are a hot dog collector's must try. Son & I went with the Hootchie Dog Special (grilled dog with chilli, cheese and chopped onions, side of fries and small bowl of chicken gravy for fry dipping). We also jumped on their chicken & waffle platter. Not what you'd expect if you like that combo dish offered elsewhere in the lower 48, this one does have a big waffle at the bottom of the plate, but the rest is strictly PA Dutch - sliced white meat chicken piled high on top of the waffle, a megaton of mashed potatoes above that, all drowned in a tidal wave of that bland yellow chicken gravy. The Hootchies were okay, but could have been much more. Unnamed sausage, unmelted cheese, low budget roll, and weak chili. Left the sandwich falling apart halfway through. Fries were fine, but very glad I left the gravy on the side. It had little flavor. The chick/waffle was decent, but way too much to consume in one sitting and reminded of something we'd be served in the high school cafeteria. Carb city. I'm not likely to return, especially after watching the hot dog chef working without gloves or net, and handling money at the same time. That's a definite health code violation. read more

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This place holds a special place in my heart, but it really needs to get an upgrade and a good cleaning. They still use very tiny cups. They're still cash only. The menu could use an update. I was very disappointed with my most recent visit. Gnats were flying about everywhere. One landed in my salad, so I had to stop eating it. One landed in my tea, so I had to ask for a new one. One landed in my water, which thankfully I was almost finished with anyhow. Then one landed on my entree right as I was finishing it. Where are they all coming from?! read more

Best breakfast great service friendly warm would highly recommend not expensive talked to people that have been coming here for 40 years my new favorite place read more

Stopped here on our way home from NYC. We got Hotchee dogs, fries, and onion rings. Though my heart forever belongs to southern WV for slaw dogs, these were good. I appreciate the weenie was not all beef. I don't like all beef weenies. Friendly service and a nice family feel. Loved it here! read more

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I have been coming to the Milt for 30 plus years. We are not local but have three generations of Dickinson College alum in our family. We never come to Carlisle without eating here at least once (often multiple times). If you want classic, never disappoints, inexpensive food with efficient and familiar service, this is the place! They accept only cash but you won't need much. No matter the time of day that we eat there, we order a hotchee dog. Just do it. You're welcome. read more

Hamilton Restaurant - Hotchee dog (no onions) - Hot Dogs Near Me - Carlisle, Pennsylvania

This was the first time we tried Hamiltons - we have lived here for over a year now and have heard about "hotchee" dogs. The food was great - It was a hotdog loaded wth chili, cheese, and onions. We didn't want raw onions so we decided to get grilled onions instead. I also ordered fries with beef gravy. The fries could have used some salt but that was an easy fix. The service was a little slow but that was probably because they were swamped. Overall, we enjoyed ourselves and the food. read more

Hamilton Restaurant - Hotchee Dog with beef gravy fries and Cold slaw - Hot Dogs Near Me - Carlisle, Pennsylvania

A nostalgic diner coupled with being welcomed in like family. Oh yeah and the food is great! Fried Ham sandwich with onion rings and the Hot-chee dog with fresh hot fries was our choice this day. We were just visiting Carlisle from Alabama and can't wait to come back just to eat at Hamiltons again. Leah I hope you see this! read more

They greatest people work here!! Yummy food and good prices. It's not much to look at inside but the friendliness and food make up for that!

This is the best place in central Pa to get chili dogs, sorry to say each time I been there I would only get 2 chili dogs and cheese fries so I can only imagine the other food being just as amazing read more

Hamilton Restaurant - 2 chili dogs and cheese fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Carlisle, Pennsylvania

Hot-chee dogs, fries with gravy . . . and a milk shake. Hot-chee dog, (noun), "hot chilly" cheese dog with minced onions and mustard. WARNING: They're not on the menu, you just have to know that they exist. Good prices, good food, nothing fancy - just the way a place like this is supposed to be. I'd describe it as a diner mixed with a restaurant. If that makes any sense. Lots of options on the menu - but if you're a first timer do it up right. Hot-chee dogs, fries with gravy, and a milk shake (go with vanilla). I don't know how long this place has been around, but my father remembers it from when he was young and he left Carlisle in 1967. I remember something about it being around since he was an older kid so that would be going back to the 1940s. Here's a good link: http://www.dickinson.edu/magazine/article.cfm?article=49. read more

I went here to try a hotchee dog. They were nothing special. I also find it ridiculous how small the drinking glasses are for both soda and water. There really is no reason to come here at all. read more

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The Hotchee Dog is a delicious open secret. We loved this place. A completely bland interior was probably way more charming before a mid-80s formica slathering, but the staff are so nice and the food so sweetly old-fashioned that it doesn't matter. I loved my Hotchee Dog - a hot dog, topped with chili, a slice of cheese and some diced raw onions. I had the platter, which included fries with beef gravy and cole slaw. A chocolate shake rounded out the meal. All were just right. The chili on the dog is very nice - a mild, ground beef and bean chili with a hint of cinnamon. The BF had a hot turkey sandwich and fries and coleslaw. The sandwich included dressing. He pronounced it just right. His one gripe: no cranberry sauce to go with. A minor point, we both agreed, but it would have really made the dish sing for him. We are not likely to get back here soon, as we were passing through on the way to Tennessee, but would certainly consider it worth a detour if within a 30 to 45 minute radius. read more

Hamilton Restaurant - Hotchee Dog, fries with beef gravy, coleslaw, hot turkey sandwich and fries with gravy. And don't forget those chocolate shakes! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Carlisle, Pennsylvania

Best darn hotdogs this side of the Mississippi exquisite hotdogs smothered in chili cheese and mustard then wrapped in a nice bun not to mention the delectable gravy fries read more

Hachi Dog = Happiness Food is great, portions are awesome and service is fast. Great fun family restaurant. read more

We came in unannounced with a big group (10+) and they bent over backwards to accommodate us, all with smiles and good cheer. Great breakfast with generous portions. Delicious coffee too! read more

My family moved down south few years back && my grandfather passed but if you were to ask them what food reminds you of your home town ...their reply definitely would be Hamilton hootchie dogs for sure.... read more

The original hot dog remix. Hotchee dogs are the name of the game at Hamilton, and apparently you gotta order them your first time there. Walking in, you immediately get the family restaurant / diner feel, and I knew we were going to get something tasty. The hotdog consists of a slice of American cheese, meat sauce, chopped onions, mustard, and a juicy dog on top. We got them with an order of fries (with the gravy on the side). On paper, it sounds gross and is definitely not healthy for you. But when I dug in, all the unhealthiness just blended together into homecooked tasty grub. I'm glad our served recommended we get gravy on the side because we did not enjoy that at all. It's a chicken gravy, on already heavy fries, and we just opted for simple ketchup dipping after trying the gravy a few times. Service is great, staff is very pleasant, and you just get a good feeling from the place. I believe the place is cash only, so stop by the bank on the way over and indulge! (Although $20 will get you a pretty decent meal for 2). read more

I think the food is closer to 3 stars personally, but the fast and friendly service bumps it up to 4. This is a local favorite and they swear by the hotchee dogs. In my honest opinion, what makes a good hotdog is the quality of meat... which they taste like 99 cents a package bar-s hotdogs to me. Lol Don't jump down my throat, Carlilsle! They do have very good club sandwiches. And delicious milkshakes. They owners are always on site working which is refreshing. And again, the atmosphere is really great. It def. keeps us going back. Make sure you bring CASH though. Because even in 2017... they still are a cash only restaurant. read more

I love the Hamilton. Cash only establishment with a wonderful menu and a beautiful counter, booths, and decor. Great food, great service, just across the street. Perfection! read more

This was worth the hop skip and jump off I-84 as we head south for some warm weather and swimming time. The Hotcheedog I gave a 4!! Definitely a local favorite as we listened to customer after customer order one. Downtown Carlisle is bustling and charming. read more

I don't see the big deal here, guys. The hotchee dog is ok, but I've made better. Maybe I just need to try another dish. Oh - it's a cash only place. Stop at the ATM or you'll be running down the street to the ATM like I've done - 3 times! Ugh! read more

This is a must stop place when in Carlisle, PA. It's nothing fancy, but it's friendly and good. Stopped in for breakfast.

The Hamilton is a classic spot in Carlisle that every local knows. The smell of this place makes my stomach churn. Writing this now almost makes me gag. It may just be me personally, but it's the smell of dogs on a flat top, similar to a fried bologna sandwich that got burnt before it had a chance to make it to the bread. I can't stomach it. So eating inside here is a feat for me. That aside, the place is okay. The hotchee dogs and burgers is what you come here for, I found it so strange to have a literal slice of cheese on a hot dog, but it works in this situation. The fries are good. I am born and raised PA and I don't care for PA Dutch cooking (my grandmother is somewhere weeping from me saying that). If you like home cooking, you will enjoy this spot. Bring cash when you come because they didn't take cards when I went about a year ago. Not sure if that's normal or was a fluke. Judging by the place, it's probably normal practice to run as cash only. The milk shakes here are good and hand spun, at a reasonable price. I don't love eating here, but it has its quirks and is a local favorite, and I am able to find something on the menu that I enjoy, that is all that matters to me. read more

I'll be honest, I personally hated the food (I only had a Hotchee dog, to be fair), though people endlessly rave about the hotdogs. While this is many years later, I have a Christmas memory to share that will hopefully entice you, the potential customer, to support this local biz. In 2005, when I was in law school, I solicited basically every local restaurant/small business for donations for a needy family of 7 I was sponsoring for Christmas for charity. I figured that the gift of a night's worth of dinner would be a pretty valuable thing to such a big family. Many local businesses gave generously, but the owners of Hamilton did something extra special that I will never forget. They gave not only about $75 worth of gift certificates to the restaurant, but the owner, tearing up, shoved a $50 in my hand and said "here, give this to them for groceries." Thinking about their uncommon generosity still chokes me up a bit. And based on this, I urge you to come in for a hotdog, or something, to support some of the good people that are still left in this world. The 4 stars is for being awesome people. read more

Must try if new to the area or passing through! Great variety of food, quick service. The employees are very sweet! It is a family ran restaurant and that's the feel you get when you walk in. read more

On the suggestion of a co-worker, my wife and I swung here for a quick lunch. Can't get any faster than a grilled cheese and the hot dogs that every Dickinson college kid in Carlisle raves about. And I will say, for as simple as this place really is, they make a good chili dog. Other reviews are pretty much spot on the money here. Nothing fancy, nothing extravagant or expensive, just good diner type food served quickly. They lose a star for not taking credit cards but aside from that, everything else is good. read more

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This restaurant has been in the Carlisle area for a long time. It is family owned, and the staff is always so friendly. It is also a great place for a quick meal, because the food comes out fast, and the servers are always running around to have quick service. I would mainly go there for their hotchee dogs, which is a hot dog with cheese, mustard, chili, and diced raw onions. It may sound like simply a chilli cheese dog, but there is just something different about their recipe maybe, that makes it so much more. It is always a busy place, and a popular spot for locals, as well as people who hear about the hotchee dogs. I also usually get mashed potatoes, and french fries with gravy. I make sure to go there each year when I am in the area. read more

Hamilton Restaurant - Hot Dogs Near Me - Carlisle, Pennsylvania

Dear God. . . I believe every day in Carlisle requires a hotchee dog. This deliciousness is a chili cheese dog topped with onions. The cheese is an actual slice of cheese not nacho or whiz. Some how the hotchee dog manages the perfect balance of cheese, chili, bun, onion and dog that I have yet to experience anywhere else! The chili is a delight in that it is not too salty or chunky or in anyway less than the perfect chili dog chili. The breakfast is also super hearty and delicious. The potatos are crispy and wonderful, the meat is meaty. Super friendly service! Great food! Hamilton is a delight. read more

We had a nice time at this simple albeit friendly local diner. Their milkshake was leaning heavily towards liquid ice cream, but was tasty nonetheless. The hot dog with Chili, fresh chopped onions and American cheese was nothing to write home about, but played its part solidly and satisfied our hunger. The onion rings were lightly battered (instead of being encrusted in friedness as it is often the costume these days) but unfortunately a little overbrowned, while the Cole slaw had a very intriguing, although disconcerting at first, light creamy taste. While it was not a dinner to remember, the server was super friendly, the ambiance welcoming and low key. We will be going back in the next month or so, there are rumors of a wonderful chicken salad... read more

You gotta understand one thing, the Hamilton is a local legend. It's part of the triumvirate of legendary eating spots in Carlisle. It's right there with Fay's Country Kitchen (for breakfast), and Massey's (for dessert). The Hamilton can take care of your other two meals! Has been legendary for years. If you're from there, you need only say "Hotchee Dog" and an instant connection between you and whoever you're talking to is formed. The Hamilton will always take me back to my high school days and college days when my friends and I would swing by after a football game or before we went out, and I'd grab a couple of hotchee dogs and a vanilla coke. The hotchee burgers aren't bad either, but they never get the love that the hot dogs get. I still go back whenever I'm town, and have turned my kids onto it, too. If you're looking for fancy, this isn't the spot. If you're looking for great food and great service...then this is the place for you. read more

I stopped at the Hamilton today with a friend and from the door I saw nothing special about this place after hearing from my friend how good the food is. So I ordered the fish platter which came in a timely fashion but had no taste what so ever the fish actually tasted frozen or has been in the freezer to long the fries were garbage the Cole slaw tasted more like burnt motor oil. I left with only taking 1 bite of the fish & coleslaw I did try 1 fry. I asked for a take away and paid the $18.30 which was way over priced for the quality of food you get. Immediately after leaving I actually looked for a homeless person to give the remaining food to them then I said no and threw it in the bottom of the nearest Waste Management dumpster. Looking back now I would pay $18.30 to any person going in the door not to eat there. read more

The perfect small town restaurant that could prosper anywhere. You must have proper expectations before going. Not a place for the perfect steak or extra layers of creativity, just perfectly done food you grew up on at fair pricing. Best breakfast and lunch in town. BLT, turkey, and blockbuster are amazing sandwiches. Great service and great people. The BEST chili dog anywhere. I travel much for work and try dogs in every city. The hotchee is the best chili and onions and overall taste of a dog from anywhere. Just don't ruin it by asking for ketchup.... read more

Hamilton Restaurant - Hot Dogs Near Me - Carlisle, Pennsylvania

This place makes you glad to be an American. This is superb diner / road food. The Hotchee dog is the best hot dog I have ever had (this includes sampling them on five continents). The creamed chipped beef is absolutely delicious. In fact, I have enjoyed everything I have tried on their menu. Further, the service is excellent. The staff treat you like family. As I write this, I am looking forward to going there again tomorrow and my mouth is already watering. Highly recommended. read more