Wanderer
Staff was super great and under standing. The Michigan is where it’s at… A lil spice but super tasty… The poutine was amazing and the tenders were crunchy and perfectly golden. If ever you wanna stop somewhere for lunch and are in the area it’s super worth it. Price was on point and the wait was short but not to crowded.
… moreAlexandra Smith
They have the best michigans. Whenever we visit from NJ I always want to bring some home!
… moreM. Buckler
Clare and Carl’s is a must if you’re in the Plattsburgh area! The food is tasty, the prices are right, and the vibe is pure nostalgia! How often do you eat in a restaurant that its back end is sinking into the ground? We saw people with trays attached to their car doors eating their food that way, and others eating at picnic tables, but we recommend eating inside so you can properly soak up the quirky ambiance. Go get yourself a Michigan and some poutine. Yum!!
… moreJodie-Lynn McMullen
I have been craving a good hot dog for a while and man did this place not disappoint. Small menu means they know what they are doing! We tried the Michigan and Chicago… Sooooo good (especially the Michigan!)
Cash only, small eating space outside and inside as well. The perfect place to stop after a day at the beach! All the people working were very friendly, great service!
… moreJoel Bergeron
Simple menu, good quality, fair prices. It doesnt have to be complicated to get the job done.
Going here is like taking a 80-year step back in time. An old building where you have to duck down to get through the small door. Horse-shoe indoor counter, or outdoor picnic tables with umbrellas.
They have car hop or table service. Seasonal location but will certainly go back. Thank you!
… moreBrittany O
Such an awesome hot dog stand. I tried the Michigan dog, the Chicago dog, and the poutine and they were all delicious. And at about $3 for a hot dog, you can’t beat it. The food came out quickly and the staff were all super friendly. Cash only but they have an ATM on site. Definitely worth a stop if you’re in the area!
… moreJeremy Lloyd
When you’re in the North Country, you absolutely have to stop at Clare and Carl’s! The Michigan is a regional food to the area and you won’t find a Michigan anywhere else outside of the area. The meat sauce is incredible, fries tasty, and the service is top notch! I can’t wait to go back.
… moreThomas Darby
Funky old building, real carhops, and the best darn Michigan sauce on hot dogs I ever ate! Seriously, they should bottle that up and sell it. I stopped by yesterday (August 12) and it started raining, and the carhops just kept going! I come through Plattsburgh a few times a year, and I’m putting this place on my must-stop list! Update on July 23rd 2025. Everything has gotten very expensive. A Michigan dog plus a Pepsi and onion rings cost me almost $20. They taste very good but I’m not sure it’s worth that much. EDIT: There was a response from the Owner which included the email address. But the owner has not responded to my emails.
… moreJoann Lentz
Pretty cool little place! Unfortunately, if you want service at your vehicle (and don’t know the menu), they tell you to go on FB. (Which I don’t have, but was able to get pics of the menu inside).
The waitresses were pretty nice and there was a place to eat outside (and limited seating inside).
Visit if you like fries and hotdogs ☺️
… moreAllison Chapman
Great day and 1st time here, warm & friendly staff. Lunch was delicious. Their Michigan sauce has a little spice, and their Chicago hot dog had the best mix of flavors. Poutine was delicious with crispy fries and overall really good.
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