Dave L.
10/8/2025
Exactly what you want for this type of meal. Spaghetti red, tamales and chili are outstanding. The room is a horseshoe shaped diner counter. The service is great and friendly. Price is more...
Fred & Red's
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1719 S Main St
Joplin, MO 64804
Fred & Red's is an iconic diner and restaurant in Joplin MO serving tamales, chili, hamburgers, cony hot dogs and its celebrated spaghetti red. Since 1923 the restaurant has been serving its legendary chili and today the recipe has remained in-tact. When you order a plate of chili, you will taste the same famous original recipe created nearly 100 years ago. The restaurant has been visited by many celebrities, but our joy comes in serving the local residents. Come out and enjoy a piece of history at the original and famous Fred & Red’s in Joplin MO.
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4.587 reviews
Michelle A.
1/8/2025
Yelp brought me here. We would be passing through Joplin on our way back to MN. The staff was really nice. The owner is a micromanager, constantly asking the staff if they checked on things. I...
A M D.
11/2/2025
What a great place! Perfect for a blustery day. I had a large bowl of chili and it's so good! The folks who work there are on the ball, very friendly and engaging, hustling to take care of the...
Country W.
8/12/2025
Cute little hole in the wall place and amazing customer service! Food is good. I was not big on the spaghetti
Paisley P.
9/16/2025
Came in for some food to go while driving thru- delicious!! Server was kind and talked me thru the menu and all the options. Glad we stopped!
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