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McSweeney's Red Hots

3.8 (38 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

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Still getting the bad taste just talking about it,I hope you turn it around

I have frequented this place for years and now I don't work close. I still managed to stop by and get a large order to go, to share with family and friend. I am absolutely shocked what has transpired since I last visited, the service is always top notch. The ambiance hasn't change. But what about the food??!! It absolutely is terrible What the. heck? not enough sauce on michigans, I checked the sauce burgers and the bun was soaking wet. all four were the same. plain dogs explained a lot where did this thing come from I couldn't share it with anyone and I have $52 worth of food, $60 with tip sitting in my fridge.New owners? can't figure it out.

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TK L.

Everything I ordered was fantastic and decently priced. - The red hot (Michigan dog): this thing holds together! No fork and knife needed, I ate it like a hot dog and not a single ounce of sauce dropped. The texture was very nice, flavors well balanced, not overly salty. I was disappointed by the red hot the first time I tried it at another well known joint but this one got me sold - The "poutine" (actually called fries with gravy and cheese): amazing homemade fries - tastes fresh, sweet, not overly fried, almost the french-fries equivalent of al dente. Those hot fries go really well with the gravy. Cheese didn't really add any value - Steak sandwich: the pieces also held together strong, except this one was dripping. The meat was really really tender, almost melt in my mouth, cheese and bread made the "soft" texture experience complete. I kinda wish there was more meat - bread to meat ratio was a lot but doesn't take away from a great creation - Cheeseburger: yep that's real ground beef right there. You choose how it's cooked. I got medium, being warned that it was going to be very pink, and so it was. That giant piece of iceberg lettuce and tomatoes though were a bit too much for the thin patty, so I'd opt instead for a not deluxe burger or get the double. - Blueberry pie: don't think I ever tried homemade blueberry pie. It was good. Man overall every item was great, the service was excellent and quick, the price was good. Total bill: $20. This is one of my Plattsburgh top 3 now. Cash only.

Stephanie Y.

Steamed hot dogs covered in meat sauce topped with chopped white onions all for about $2.00? That's a solid in my book. I'll back up a bit. I guess this is a thing in North country, specifically Plattsburgh. I live by the motto when in Rome, so I had to partake. It wasn't the best dog I've ever had. It was freshly steamed and topped with a meat sauce/gravy and fresh chopped onions on a soft bun. I think the meat sauce could of had a bit more depth, it lacked. I know, I know, a $2 hot dog meat sauce lacking depth? Really? You probably want to punch me in the face at this point, I don't blame you. This real casual diner seems to be a popular local 'red hot' spot. It's definitely worth checking it out if you're around these parts and looking for a quick, cheap bite and wanting to take part in some local culture!

Dana M.

My husband proposed here 4 years ago, so we return each summer out of nostalgia. Good thing the food is consistently tasty! I've tried a few different things on the menu over the years, but always go back to the basics. A Michigan with buried onions. (As another Yelper so astutely put it: "It's a chili dog." Yes, it's right on their sign!) Also try the homemade (not crinkle cut, frozen, bagged, school cafeteria potatoes, because they do give you an option!) with gravy. Don't think. Just do.

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Fantastic food, great prices staff is great and if your lucky the owner will bring out homemade applesauce as a treat!

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3 years ago

Always fast service, fresh made-to-order food, and delicious desserts. Only giving 4 stars because the prices are pretty high.

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Great service and local dawgs at a reasonable price. Nor familiar with the area, or Red Hots I gave it a shot.

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This place has good food but the owners apparently are just too cheap too buy cleaning supplies so that people can go inside to eat

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Quick friendly service and good red hots! The prices here are very reasonable. Come here instead of going to the nearby national chain.

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8 years ago

Gotta hit up McSweeney's for Michigan's when I come home from Florida!! Not to mention the poutine...yum! It's just what you do!

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7 years ago

Never tasted any michigans any better. Best place in the North Country.

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6 years ago

Amazing place, wish I had brought a cooler with me to take some of their McS sauce home. Would definitely eat here again. Red hots

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McSweeney's rocks. It's the place every relative asks to eat when they visit town. It's nostalgia in a paper dish.

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The Michigans are so good here ! Not too spicy ! It is always busy here! And opened Year round !the service is usually very good !

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I'm a big BBQ fan, my family an I enjoy smoking at home with different types of woodfired or pellet…read moregrills and love brisket. I've also tried various BBQ restaurants around Canada and the USA and have come to have a certain expection with smoked meats. When I heard about this place opening up I was excited to support a local business but the food and experience fell kind of short. We came on Saturday November 25, 2023 round noon and ordered a brisket sandwich and a pound of brisket by itself as well as mac and cheese for a side. The meat was bland, it was dry and completely brown - it didn't have a pink smoke ring or any bark to it, no seasoning or crispy bits on the outside. I had the impression the brisket was cooked in a regular oven and not a smoker since there was no smoke flavor to it. The sandwich doesn't come with anything, it's just plain meat slices slapped in between two slices of soft bread, not toasted or buttered or anything. You are to add your own sauce otherwise it's extremely boring. I asked to have onions added to it, I definitely think having other condiments, pickles, cheese or or a slaw would have elevated the experience. There were none of these offered on the menu. The mac and cheese is prepackaged which turned me off. After I ordered, I saw the employees behind the counter empty a plastic bag of it into a bin, which wasn't appetizing. Had I known this was not made from scratch, I wouldn't have chosen it. I think the overall vibe of the place is kind of depressing - there are no signs visible to the outside so unless you can read or walk straight infront of the window, you'd never see this joint. The inside is just bare bones and certainly doesn't have any fun atmosphere or vibe. This is a very casual lunch spot or take out option, I wouldn't recommend this as a place to sit down and hang out with family. There was just something lacking. Now what I did enjoy was the price point, portion and variety - there are many other items on the menu like ribs, sausage, turkey, burgers, salads and poutine. The other items might be very tasty, perhaps I just got a lousy serving of brisket that day but I'm not sure I'd be back if the rest of the food isn't fresh or made from scratch.

the second we walked in we were greeted and placed our orders immediately. very nice vibe, the…read morelighting isn't too bright against your eyes and has good decoration. when we got the food fresh it was amazing, very tender and juicy. the ribs are a must try, the meat falls off the ribs the second you pick it up. would recommend and eat here everyday.

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