Montgomery Alabama's Oldest Family Owned and Operated Restaurant - Since 1917
Chris' Famous Hotdogs Montgomery, Alabama
OUR HISTORY
Dexter Avenue in Montgomery, AL has been the spot for numerous historical moments. On this street, the telegram that started the American Civil War was sent and America’s first electric street car system, “Lightning Route,” began operations in 1886. It was also on Dexter Avenue where Martin Luther King, Jr. accepted his call to ministry and where Rosa Parks made her stand by refusing to give up her bus seat.
For over a century, the constant presence on Dexter Avenue has been Chris' Hotdogs. Founded in 1917, this mgm landmark serves hotdogs enjoyed by people from all walks of life, rich and poor, black and white, young and old, from all over the world. Notable patrons include Franklin D. Roosevelt, Presidents Bush 41 & 43, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Elvis Presley, and every Alabama Governor since 1917.
Come and be a part of the legendary legacy of MGM's renowned establishment, Chris' Famous Hotdogs. Join us at this iconic eatery to relish in a delectable meal, featuring our signature hotdogs and hamburgers. That's right, you'll find yourself in a welcoming space where everyone can gather and indulge in the delightful flavors we have to offer. Immerse yourself in the tantalizing experience of savoring a Chris' Famous hotdog, a culinary tradition that has spanned over a remarkable century. We cordially invite you to become a part of the ongoing narrative surrounding MGM's Chris’ Famous Hotdogs. Allow us the pleasure of introducing you to the very essence of what has made our hot dog so widely celebrated. That's our heartfelt invitation extended to you. We eagerly await the opportunity to meet you and have you discover firsthand why our hotdogs are truly legendary.
Chris' Famous Hotdogs Interesting Facts:
- Christopher Anastasios "Mr. Chris" Katechis, a Greek immigrant, opened Chris' Hotdogs on May 1st, 1917
- Chris' building was built in 1900 and was originally the Post Office Cafe & Fruit Stand because it was next to the old post office. It did not have doors on the building until the 30's or 40's
- The restaurant offered curb service until the 60's
- Largest hotdog order was 2600 hot dogs for the commissioning of the USS Montgomery on September 10th, 2016 down in Mobile, AL . The previous record was 2000 hot dogs for the 1963 campaign rally for George Wallace
- Our (now famous) chili sauce has been shipped to Australia, Germany and Alaska
- Our famous chili sauce recipe (known by two or three living persons) is the result or trial-and-error attempts by Mr. Chris
- Gus makes approximately 10 gallons of chili sauce every other day
- Chris' Hotdogs is the oldest family owned and operated restaurant in Montgomery, Alabama
- F. Scott Fitzgerald (author of The Great Gatsby) and his wife Zelda Fitzgerald (native of Montgomery Alabama) were regular customers of Chris' Famous Hotdogs in the 1920's.
- Chris' Hotdogs has been serving Coca-Cola since 1917 and is the oldest continuous customer of Coca-Cola in the State of Alabama.