Dinglewood Pharmacy

A Columbus Landmark serving generations. God bless Terry Hurley for his years of stewardship. Great food and service. The scrambledog is a unique delight. Double weiner no onions please.

☆☆☆☆☆× Infinity What a true pleasure.... this was my very first time stepping foot into this awesome neighborhood pharmacy Dinglewood Pharmacy you feel the love when you walk in the door such a HomeTown laid back friendly atmosphere. people are super sweet. the food was awesome, I had the scramble dog & sweet potato fries w/ sweet tea it was so delicious & filling. The chili was delicious you can tell they make that chili with love each and every day my lunch was so good a gentleman overheard me say this was my first time and true it is he paid for my lunch what a true blessing that was I'm telling you to walk in here is like walking back in time almost like going to Mayberry although I've never been to Mayberry but I've seen enough Andy Griffin shows to let you know that it had that home town feel I will be back the food the people the atmosphere were all great that's what keeps people coming back

Great Folks! They gave me a picture and have it hanging in my liquor store in Nashville. Even helped me bring a build your own scramble dog kit back to Nashville for some friends and family.

We wouldn’t fill our prescriptions anywhere else. The absolute best customer service and care. Grateful for small, local family run businesses like Dinglewood. Cutest gifts and yummy lunch spot.

My family frequented Dinglewood many times throughout my childhood, and it holds a place of nostalgia in my heart. I recently went back to try their scrambled dog and slaw dog, and was met with such kindness from the staff. The food was out quick and piping hot. I appreciate how the oyster crackers were contained separately in the go bag. Everything was delicious!

If you're from Columbus you'll know this place is amazing and a staple of the city. Scrambled dogs and sweet tea with the feel of a 50's pharmacy and a 2025 twist.

I time traveled back to the 1960's when I entered the Pharmacy. The "scrambled dog" was a treat. The staff was warm and friendly. Wanda was my favorite staff member although the others were just as friendly. I loved the nostalgic atmosphere!

A Columbus staple. Get the scrambled dog with cheese. Don't mind the pink hotdogs, it is the chili that makes it great. Check out our YouTube channel Coolest Life.

I challenge you to find friendlier servers anywhere in the city, the chili was very flavorful and the dogs had a good snap to them. Good selection on the menu for everyone, not just limited to hot dogs.

So I realize this is considered a Columbus institution but either the food used to be much better or people are looking through a nostalgia lens. I had the much lauded dinglewood dog. First they forgot the oyster crackers. Second that chili was the most flavorless chili I have ever had. The hot dog is also one of those cheap red hot dogs. Overall nothing deserving of praise. The fries on the side were soggy as well. It was not a good price for the quality of food I received. I wouldn't go back as I can make a better hot dog at home or at one of the other restaurants in town who also make hot dogs.

Neat little spot. If you stop in, do yourself a favor and try their [almost] world famous Scramble Dog! They say they close at 6pm, but the cook was almost packed up by 5:30p and out the door at 5:40p and we could no longer get service. This place likes to be locking the doors at 6p and not serving customers UNTIL 6p...my only gripe. -1 star for not holding true to hours. Get there early enough and this isn't a problem.

This was quite an experience! A must try; maybe not because is some Michelin Star recommend place, but because is true American history

My First visit to Dinglewood Pharmacy in Columbus Georgia. I was excited to try their Famous Scrambled dog. The cook Big T was very helpful guiding me thru the menu. I ordered the Scrambled Dog, and some real Brewed Ice Tea. Service was great food was fantastic, love those red Hot Dogs. So if your ever in Columbus, be sure and check out Dinglewood Pharmacy, it like you stepped back in time with the lunch counter and classic Decor. Love it, Tell Bug T John from Atlanta sent you!

It was mid afternoon when we arrived at Dinglewood Pharmacy was very busy. Folks waiting for tables and a wait to place a to-go order. The servers seemed stressed but I had no problem being patient. We were about to try our first scrambled dogs and that's not a moment to be rushed. We eventually placed our to-go order and explored the pharmacy a bit until the food was ready. We got a scrambled dog, a Mexican scrambled dog, onion rings, and one of their cherry lemon sodas. Because the restaurant was so busy, it took a bit of time for our food to be prepared. When it was ready, we took it to Dinglewood Park and ate at their picnic tables. Unfortunately, I don't think the scrambled dog is my preferred style. Because everything is swimming in chili the majority of bites lack any sort of texture. The chili also has beans which I've always thought is a hot dog chili "no no." I know everyone has their way of doing things, but this isn't it for me. On a brighter note, the onion rings were really good as was the soda. I love that this is a community institution and may it continue being that.

Took the whole family while visiting Ft Benning. Most of us ordered the famous scrambled dog. The dogs were sliced, not very big and was served "luke warm". Very mild taste. Meh. A bit on the pricey side.

I am visiting colga for the week and my best friend wanted to go to lunch! She told me she was gonna take me to a Columbus classic, and she was right! This place was so cool- like an old soda counter but for hot dogs. There is a full pharmacy inside, but also plenty of seating for the lunch bar. It was packed! The food was pretty average but exactly what you would expect, the workers were SO friendly and joked around with us. A little pricey for a hot dog, but it was great to try this place!

Got to have a Scramble Dog! I've been eating them since I was a child and I'll be 72 next month. Worth the trip.

As you walk into the Dinglewood pharmacy this feeling of home washes over you. Simultaneously it's also a step back in time. Long live the great lunch counters of our time! The Food is FANTASTIC. Milkshakes superb. Iconic. Friendly staff. You need to go. Really.

Stopped for lunch at the famous Dinglewood Pharmacy's lunch counter while traveling through Columbus GA; my Wife's home town. They are famous around these parts for their Scramble Dog. It is a dish filled with a cut up hot dog on a bun covered in Chili, Onions, Pickles, and yellow mustard, and chili crackers. Sounds scary... but really a decadent tasty delight! Very clean, Low prices, easy parking, and friendly service. They offer a menu of many lunch items. Try the Pimento Cheese Sammy! Very nostalgic and lots of fun! The place is usually packed.

I have enjoyed Dinglewood scrambled dogs for 50 years but since 2020 the chili recipe has changed and it has lost that classic flavor I remember. Disappointed.

I was in Columbus for the day and just had to stop by this institution. It was mid afternoon and I wasn't very hungry so I simply ordered a grilled cheese sandwich and a cherry coke from the lunch counter. Both were just what I wanted, simple but tasty. The service was prompt and everyone was friendly and helpful, from the cashier to the waitress and cook. I can hardly wait to come again and try a scramble dog and a thick shake. It was also cool to drive by the AFLAC headquarters across the street, which seems massive compared with the pharmacy.

I know this is a landmark and everything but I really thought this place was just, all right. A scramble dog is just a chili dog that's been cut up and if I'm going to rate a chili dog. I would have to say that it's weak and not worth your time. The chili was weak, not very thick but more importantly, not very tasty it had me reaching for the hot sauce a handful of times before I finished. I didn't get a fountain soda, but I did get their homemade lemonade which was pretty good but the meal itself wasn't very good. The fries, were pretty standard and just like the chili dog could use improvement. I know there are a bunch of places here that also serve scramble dogs but after this place, I'm not sure if I want to try them anymore.

Not sure why people kept telling me to eat here. Worst scramble dog I've ever had and very overpriced. Go to Cooks instead...

I love Dinglewood! It's me and my brothers go to restaurant when we first get home from college and makes us feel like home! The perfect comfort food and is truly the best! We love this place so much!!

We dinned here at 2:00 on a Saturday. Having heard great things about the scramble dogs, we both ordered one. The actual dog was very good, but the chili was lukewarm and the cheese wasn't even melted on both of our plates. You pay extra for cheese and slaw, so it was discouraging to have a lukewarm plate with solid cold cheese. Yes we could have sent it back, but our waiter never returned to check on us, and the whole kitchen was working on breaking down for the day, so it was not a welcoming environment. The pricing was too high for the service and product.

If you're an out of towner and want to get some Columbus flavor, Dinglewood is a fun stop. I agree with Erin K. You don't really come here for the food. You come here for the experience and to say that you've been to the home of the scramble dog. Does it deserve a 5 rating? Probably not, but it really has been an interesting part of the this Columbus trip that I recommend it to anyone from out of town. I always like to find signature items of wherever I travel. I came to this old establishment on recommendations. The concept of selling sodium and fat filled hot dogs at a Pharmacy (place to get meds to help IMPROVE your health) is completely foreign to me. Then again, in some states, like California, some pharmacies sell liquor, so I guess selling a hot dog here isn't that bad. Sorry, I have digressed. I sat down at the modest counter. The place was reminiscent of the days of soda jerks and barber shop quartets. The background music even played popular songs from the 40s like the Chordettes. I was motioned to order. Having heard so much about this scramble dog, it was an easy choice, only I didn't know what a scramble dog is. It was like a blind date with fast food. I had heard so many nice things but really didn't know what to expect. It only took a matter of seconds before I learned that it is a chopped up hot dog in a bun, smothered with chilli and topped with onions, pickles, and oyster crackers. This was the most unusual hot dog concoction that I had seen since eating hot dogs with goldfish crackers outside of Vision Nightclub. The hot dogs at Dinglewood are practically neon pink. If they turned out the lights, I'm almost convinced they'd glow. The dish was pretty good. Props for innovation! The chili was not bad, and I was happy to find that it wasn't too salty, as much of the southern food in Columbus is. I asked about the history of the "scramble dog". The man was unimpressed with my fascination with this famous Columbus dish. (He gave me a look that pretty much screamed..."oh, you're not from around here") I'm sure he's told this story a bazillion times, but he humored me and told the story about "The Lieutenant" and the owner and how Dinglewood was the original home of the "scramble dog". He even had pictures to go along with the story. It was a nice experience and I'd recommend it if you're looking for something unique to Columbus. The place also has ice cream, sodas, and tons of meds in case you want something for that heartburn after eating.

I was not a fan of the Scrambled Dog...until I came to this place. New to this gourmet dish, it was difficult for me to understand....not being from GA...so, my first introduction to a scrambled dog was atrocious. But LT's Scrambled Dog changed my mind. It was so delicious and it wasn't just a mess on a plate. I am glad I tried it here and gave it another shot because I am a HUGE fan now. I had to get the small one...it is A LOT of food. So go hungry!! They also have floats and malt shakes and banana splits...it's a whole experience. Old school soda fountain...I just loved it!!!!

Hidden hotdog gem within the limits of Columbus, GA. Went with a friend who grew up in the area for a quick lunch. Arrived around 12pm. Sat down at a booth and immediately placed an order for the famous scramble dog. Now, I was a bit surprised to see that it was a mini old school feel, diner-esque vibe within the confines of the "Dinglewood Pharmacy" It was decent for the history of the place and kinda neat to sit down and grab a quick bite at a place that is far from the typical. Check it out. Knock it off the foodie bucket list and move on. I'll prob come back now and then. I kinda enjoyed the place.

Excellent snapshot of the culture and cuisine that Columbus. The scrambled dog is worthy of any TV special on Food Network. The scrambled dog is rarely found outside a narrow belt between Macon and Birmingham with Columbus as the buckle. Legend has it the first scrambled dog was created by Fern Roberts on Cusseta Road but Lt is the undisputed KING,

Normally, I would whole-heartedly recommend a place with the storied reputation of Dinglewood's lunch counter. Chili dogs and orange shakes are awesome! Just don't eat them after a night of bourbon and cigars the evening before you go to Dinglewood's . . . The service is no-nonsense, so quickly decide what you want to order. The scramble dog (sliced hot dog on a bun covered with chili and oyster crackers--cheese and onions are optional) is the best.

we have enjoyed Dinglewood scrambled dogs for over forty years. We decided to stop in today for lunch since we were in the area and havent eaten inside the pharmacy since Covid hit. We waited at a table until the waitress can by and cleaned it. we said hello and asked how she was but i guess she was having a bad day because she just mumbled a response. wWe then sat and waited to order our food. and waited and waited! our server sat other customers and took their orders but never came back to our table. After being ignored for over 10 minutes we got up and left. i told the lady at cash register about what happened and she just nodded and said she was sorry. We'll be back because its a great dog but we were very disappointed with the lack of service today.

Known for its scramble dogs but I just had a pimento cheese burger with pepper jelly. Yuuummm!!!

5 Star Clean Plate Award for the Scrambled Dog! I took my family to this place, everyone finished their plate, nice and clean. Every time I come, which is over my entire life, I have left with a feeling that only Dinglewood can provide. Yeah, the Lieutenant is gone, but he is not forgotten, and the food hasn't taken a hit. The best cherry coke I've ever had as well. I could go on and on, but I'll leave it at this: this is the best chili dog I've ever had.

The food was not great at all and overpriced for the amount and quality. Very rude staff. Don't waste your time or money here.

Well it's not everyday or every place that you can find a great chili dog, homemade original recipe chili, a one of kind "scrambled dog", shampoo, Advil, and you can fill your prescription all at the same time. So, when you get the chance then go! The food was great and of fresh quality. I enjoyed myself.

I went to Dinglewood after hearing about their scrambled dog--a chopped up hotdog and bun with chili, onions, pickles, and oyster crackers (you can also add cheese for about 50 cents, which I recommend). The scrambled dog looks terrible, but tastes pretty good. I added a good dousing of hot sauce to mine, and I think some ketchup and mustard might have been a good addition as well. Everything was cheap, service was prompt and friendly enough, and the experience of sitting down at a diner-like counter to grab lunch in a pharmacy is interesting enough to make the place worth checking out.

A neat location. A cute restaurant in the middle of a pharmacy. I was a little skeptical about the bright pink hotdog that was white inside, but it was very tasty. A scramble dog is $5.50.

Great chilli dogs definitely a columbus hidden gem. You cannot be stationed at Fort Benning and not ever come eat here.

Throw caution to the wind and dive into a taste of authentic culture. Nostalgic? Not for all of us- but great fun for everyone. I enjoyed my vanilla malt and had fun with great friends. And earned my bragging rights ;)

Im not a hot dog person, but Food wasnt good. Cooks tasted so much better than here. I guess locals love it here though. Now i can say i have tried and will never be back.

Don't let this be your guide for what Columbus is, for heavens sake don't. The old folks talk about it like it is a legacy and guess what it tastes like it. No seasonings and very little taste. It is a HOT DOG STAND in a pharmacy, come on people not 5 stars!

Want an overdyed chili dog covered with oyster crackers? This is your spot! The rest of the menu is mediocre at best.

Dinglewood is a Columbus legend. Everyone has been going here since they were kids, and not much has changed. The food isn't fabulous, but that's not why anyone really goes to Dinglewood anyway. The scramble dog is the house special, and the most popular item on the menu. Even though Lieutenant is gone, this place still has the same old charm.

Technically, I didn't ever eat here so am not fully qualified to write this review. However, I feel the need to let everyone know why I did not eat here. We waited in line for about 25 minutes to get a seat. Someone finally got up so we took their table. We had to half bus it ourselves until a waitress finally came over. She said she'd be right back to get our order . . . and left half the dirty dishes on the table. We waited another 10 minutes and she never even came back to get the dishes . . . nor did any other waitress or bus-boy. We finally got up and left. After looking at the prices . . . for a chili dog . . . we knew that there's no way we would be pleased enough with the food to overcome our frustration with the service. No one seemed to notice we left or said anything to us. I'm not going back.

Poor service. Food was not really on point and staff was rude. Order was wrong how do you forget the hotdog on a hotdog Order. Save your money and try somewhere else.

I tried the scrabble dog since that is a Columbus local favorite.That had to be the most disgusting thing I ever ate in my life. What a mess and the color of the dog it a complete turn off. Yucky!!!

OK, please understand: This is a food review for a pharmacy that serves chilli hot dogs at a good, ol' fashioned lunch counter. That said: Four *solid* stars. Go for lunch and get a "scrambled dog all the way" -- they'll know what you mean. To see some more, and to learn a bit about the cook who invented them 60 years ago -- "LT" or "The Lieutenant" -- check out this link: http://bit.ly/bopmWO

Sure, the scramble dog may be little more than a chopped hot pink dog slathered in chili, but come on, grabbing a quick bite at this little pharmacy counter is worth it just for the experience itself. And the ladies behind the counter are there to make your life easier, so long as you remember your manners. There's something about walking into an honest-to-god pharmacy, sitting down at a counter, and watching as the lady carefully tends to her hot dogs and chili. You're not going to find that at many other places.

I like the feel of this restaurant, very 50s, down to earth set up. I had some sort of hot dog smothered in chili, cheese, and a bun was under there somewhere too I think. I really enjoyed it and there was so much that I actually couldn't finish it. The service was pretty good but I wasn't sure if they brought refills so all of us just ended up going to get our own. Other than that I would recommend this quaint little place to someone who loves chili dogs and shakes!

It's not the right way to go if you're looking for something remotely healthy, but that has never stopped me from venturing to Dinglewood every single time I'm in Columbus, GA. It's a perfect atmosphere for families and kids will love the old timey feeling. Get the scrambled dog.

A scrambled dog with cheese is one of my favorite comfort foods when I visit my hometown of Columbus! Love it!

I have lived in the area for 20 yrs and heard folks talk about Dinglewood. I visited about a month ago and was VERY DISAPPOINTED. Really Columbus GA? Not anything to write home about, red skinned cheap hot dog with toppings that had minimal flavor. PLUS....they charge me extra because I wanted it 'To Go'. Oh....and the staff was not very friendly at all. Why would I even think about coming back??

Too expensive! Was NOT impressed at all. Lemonade was good. 2 chilli dogsw/slaw, fries, and lemonade was $15 and some change!

At one time most Southern pharmacies had lunch counters. Dinglewood is one of the few remaining. Founded in 1918, they are in their 3rd location, less than half a mile from where they started. A scrambled dog and a 'fountain' cherry Coke is my favorite, but there are plenty of other items on the menu. The chicken salad sandwich is another southern favorite. Although Lieutenant has officially retired, he is still there working on many days. Lieutenant apprenticed under Sport Brown. There is one picture of Sport Brown on the wall in the back. Saturdays are the busiest day by far. A great place to see and visit friends while you wait and while you eat. If you are tired of chain fast food for lunch, or just want a taste of the old South, Dinglewood is a must. By the way, they offer fantastic, personal Pharmacy service too.

That would be Lieutenant, of course. Not Major. But, yeah. He was a staple. He is missed. Ernestine does a wonderful job, though. And, she's been there a long, long time in her own right. All of the counter help is wonderful. They're usually more than happy to playfully converse with customers, as long as they aren't being run ragged. You have to engage them in convo, though. As for the pharmacy, Mr Terry Hurley and all of his help behind the counter will bend over backwards to get the customer what they need. All very, very nice people, too. And, service is very speedy.. It's the best kind of hometown, small Pharmacy. It's all personal and charming.

After many good experiences there I must say I was very disappointed with my most recent experience with them. I live in Atlanta and when I finally got someone to answer the phone, was transferred to Pharmacy and explained what I wanted - a care gift delivered to my daughter who has been sick for over a month (since I live out of town). She lives 2 blocks from Dinglewood so it seemed an easy task to me and to the pharmacist to whom I spoke. He had assured me they could deliver something that afternoon, took my credit card info and her address and said they would send something appropriate as a cheer her up gift and card saying "Get Well Love Mom." I asked my daughter if she'd gotten a delivery. NO I told her I'd asked them to deliver something just to let her know I was thinking of her and to cheer her up. She said she had to go to get some things so she would stop in and ask about it. After standing in line the woman said "We don't take credit cards over the phone" But of course they had. AND had the nerve to say "We have nothing in that price range" boy did that make me look like a cheapskate or what? REALLY??? I feel sure I could find several things that would make a nice little gift for $25.00 in a drug store. To top it off she never said "I'm so sorry we couldn't send you something as promised." or anything at all in the way of an apology. I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED IN DINGLEWOOD PHARMACY AND THOSE WHO LET ME DOWN. Growing up in a drug store family I still love that they have a fountain and food.

I've been twice. Both times I left wondering what all the hype was about and also wondering how in the world I had just spent so much money on hot dogs and chili. I'm convinced the place is running on sentimental value alone. There is absolutely nothing special about the chili, the hot-dogs, or the service. There's not a lot of seating space so if you come during a rush you're going to wait quite some time to be seated. It might be worth a visit just to say you've been there, but don't expect too much.