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Brooks Sandwich House Menu & Prices 2026: Full List, Burgers & Best Value

Brooks Sandwich House has been serving Charlotte's NoDa neighborhood from a tiny cinder-block walk-up window since 1973. Founded by C.T. Brooks Jr., the spot is legendary for its burger "all the way" — a beef patty blanketed in house chili, mustard, onions, and cheese — and for hot dogs, livermush sandwiches, and Southern sides at prices that have barely budged with the neighborhood around them.

Open since 1973NoDa Charlotte landmarkWalk-up window service
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Signature items

Bacon Cheeseburger (Single)$9.25
Chili Cheese Dog$4.90
Fried Bologna Sandwich$5.95
Chili Cheese Fries$5.25
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What to order — at a glance

Cheapest item
Grilled Cheese $3.00
Most popular
Cheeseburger All the Way $7.05

Classic single with chili, mustard & onions

Best value combo
Hot Dog + Fries + Can Soda ~$9.60
Charlotte signature
Bacon Cheeseburger All the Way $9.25
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Brooks Sandwich House full menu and current prices

Prices sourced from publicly available menu listings as of June 2026. Confirm current prices at the restaurant — (704) 375-7808.
Burgers8 itemsHot Dogs4 itemsSandwiches7 itemsSides5 itemsDrinks5 itemsBreakfast (7:00 AM – 10:30 AM)2 itemsBulk Items (Take Home)3 items
Budget picks

Cheapest items on the Brooks Sandwich House menu

  1. 1Water / Ice$0.55
  2. 2Chips$1.00
  3. 3Large Coffee$1.50
  4. 4Can Soda$1.50
  5. 5Bottled Water$1.65
  6. 6Sweet Tea (24 oz.)$1.90
  7. 7Hash Browns$2.00
  8. 8Chili Dog$3.00
  9. 9Slaw Dog$3.00
  10. 10Grilled Cheese$3.00
Price comparison

Single vs. Double: burgers at a glance

Brooks offers every burger in single and double patty sizes. Here's how the prices stack up.

ItemSingleDouble
Hamburger$6.50$9.75
Cheeseburger$7.05$10.60
Bacon Hamburger$8.70$12.00
Bacon Cheeseburger$9.25$12.50
Price comparison

How Brooks Sandwich House prices compare to competitors

Like-for-like comparison of classic burger-joint staples.

ItemBrooks Sandwich HouseCook OutCheckers / Rally'sFive Guys
Cheapest single item$0.55~$1.00~$1.00~$3.99
Single cheeseburger$7.05~$5.00~$4.99~$9.65
Bacon cheeseburger$9.25~$6.50~$5.99~$11.65
Hot dog$4.35~$2.49~$2.99N/A
Fries$3.75~$2.49~$2.29~$5.99
About

About Brooks Sandwich House

Brooks Sandwich House opened in March 1973 when C.T. Brooks Jr. built a modest 500-square-foot cinder-block shack on North Brevard Street in what was then a working-class mill village on the outskirts of Charlotte. The Johnston Mill down the road was still running, and the neighborhood bore little resemblance to the arts enclave — NoDa — it would later become. From the start, the draw was simple and immediate: fresh-ground beef patties pressed onto the griddle, a house-made chili ladled on top, and a bun that soaked it all in.

The restaurant passed to C.T.'s twin sons, David and Scott Brooks, who ran it together for decades. Scott was killed in an armed robbery in 2019 while opening the restaurant, a loss that stunned the Charlotte food community. David continued operating the landmark in his brother's memory, maintaining every recipe unchanged. By 2023 — fifty years in — David announced plans to retire and listed the property for sale, while hinting at a possible food truck continuation of the brand.

What keeps people lining up at the walk-up window, even as luxury condos now tower over the little block building, is the burger "all the way": a chili-drenched, mustard-slicked, onion-topped patty that columnist Tommy Tomlinson once called "the ultimate Charlotte taste." Livermush sandwiches, slaw dogs, fried bologna, and sub-$2 sweet teas round out a menu that has barely changed in half a century — and doesn't need to.

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Find the walk-up window at 2710 N Brevard St in Charlotte's NoDa neighborhood. Open Mon–Fri. Call ahead to confirm today's hours and prices.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Brooks Sandwich House known for?

Brooks Sandwich House is famous for its burger "all the way" — a fresh-ground beef patty topped with house-made chili, mustard, onions, and cheese served on a soft bun. The Charlotte institution has operated from the same NoDa walk-up window since 1973.

Where is Brooks Sandwich House located?

Brooks Sandwich House is at 2710 N Brevard St, Charlotte, NC 28205, in the NoDa (North Davidson) neighborhood just north of Uptown Charlotte. You can reach them at (704) 375-7808.

What are the hours at Brooks Sandwich House?

Brooks Sandwich House is generally open Monday through Friday. Breakfast service runs from approximately 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM, with regular lunch service continuing until around 3:00 PM. The restaurant is closed on weekends. Hours can vary, so call ahead to confirm.

How much does a burger cost at Brooks Sandwich House?

A single hamburger is $6.50 and a single cheeseburger is $7.05. Bacon cheeseburgers start at $9.25 for a single. Double-patty versions run $9.75–$12.50. These are among the most affordable fresh-ground burgers in Charlotte.

Does Brooks Sandwich House serve breakfast?

Yes. Brooks serves a breakfast menu from approximately 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays. Options include egg sandwiches starting at $3.25, with meat additions bringing the price to $4.00.

What is livermush and does Brooks Sandwich House serve it?

Livermush is a Carolinas regional specialty made from pork liver, cornmeal, and spices, typically pan-fried until crispy on the outside. Brooks Sandwich House serves a livermush sandwich for $5.95 — one of the more distinctive items on the menu and a nod to the restaurant's Southern roots.

Can I buy Brooks' chili to take home?

Yes. Brooks sells its house-made beef chili by the pound ($8.50/lb), coleslaw by the pound ($4.00/lb), and their proprietary chili seasoning blend ($7.00) so you can recreate the flavor at home.

Is Brooks Sandwich House a walk-up or sit-down restaurant?

Brooks Sandwich House is a walk-up window restaurant. The 500-square-foot cinder-block building has no indoor dining. There are a few outdoor tables, and most regulars eat in their cars. The window-only format became permanent during COVID-19.

What is the history of Brooks Sandwich House?

C.T. Brooks Jr. opened Brooks Sandwich House in March 1973 in what was then a mill village on the edge of Charlotte. His twin sons David and Scott later took over. After Scott was tragically killed in an armed robbery in 2019, David kept the restaurant running in his brother's memory. By 2023 — the restaurant's 50th anniversary — David announced plans to retire and listed the property for sale, making the future of the landmark uncertain.