I ordered a Leland style hot dog and a 1/2-1/2 combo of fries and sweet potato fries. I ordered…read moredelivery and I do know it was a long drive. I am taking that into consideration with this review. I air Fryed the fries to get them hot and crispy (which worked). The hot dog itself was decent. Nothing to be overly impressed with. The fries were so ordinary and tasted almost like fries out of the freezer. I was not a fan.

Excellent! Delicious! Stellar service great atmosphere! I can't believe I've never been here…read morebefore. They totally made a repeat customer out of me. Do it. You won't regret it!

When I say it's a hole it the wall that's exactly it. The…read moreplace is great for if you need a fast cheap lunch in a pinch. For about $8 you can get a hotdog, a bag of chips, and soft drink. Servers in the joint looked so tired but were nice. The hotdog itself was meh even with chili and cheese and there wasn't any tables to sit at to eat at so we went to sit at the boardwalk. Overall I personally wouldn't be back unless I needed a fast cheap option. Curve your expectations with this one.

Lots of good choices. This place is an institution. Whether you like hot dogs, Italian sausage,…read morehot or mild, or brats, Louie's has it.

Al's has changed their crew to clean cut men and young men who are friendly and accommodating! The…read morerestaurant is extremely clean and inviting! The only things that aren't better is they changed to a smash burger instead of the old way the shakes were very different in that mine literally turned to fluid in the short time it took me to eat my burger!

Love the food and staff here, but I saw the menu prices have jumped $1 in under a year. $11 for a…read moreburger, $4 fries, $3 soda even the kids meals went up $1. It's tough for small-town budgets, especially when places like Five Guys across the street offer a small burger for $7.50 or a larger one for $10 with all toppings. Or even Cookout next door we can get a burger, two sides, and a drink for $10 Couldnt Al's offer a smaller, more affordable option? Negotiate with suppliers? I'm bummed but hopefully they work it out.

I was really disappointed in my entire experience here. Astro Dogs is part of the outdoor shipping…read morecontainer food hall located in the Cargo District with outdoor seating available. A casual space to enjoy the great weather. Even thought its counter serve, they should ask if it's first time and explain the menu to you. The guy who took my order was patient, but an overview of the menu would have been helpful. But the main reason why I'm disappointed is because there is not near as many French fries on the corn dog as the picture shows. I get food doesn't always look like the pictures, but they are extremely overselling how many fries come on the corn dogs - almost half my dog was missing fries! Also, I asked for my sauces on the side and they come in such tiny cups which don't include near enough sauce but also the opening is entirely too small to fit the corn dog into, making it difficult to dip. I also got passion fruit boba tea which had real passion fruit pieces in it - this is not advertised and takes away from the boba. Overall, this place is gimmicky and people just go for the novelty.

My husband just asked me what got into me. He said this is outside of my normal repertoire…read moreI maybe average five hot dogs all year. This is the best hotdog I think I've ever had. It's breaded like a corndog, then coated in potatoes and then drizzled with ketchup. It's a sweet batter and the all beef hot dog really stands out. It's so rich you could easily split it between 2 people. I also ordered the elote style corn which is also amazing.

4 small street tacos 1 side of refried beans…read more1 coke $20 before tip?!? I canceled my order and walked out. I've eaten here before and do not understand the price increase. This is mediocre Mexican food at an outlandish price especially for a storefront in a suburban strip mall. Zero ambience. It makes no sense. El Chingon, Portales and even Tequila's Waterfront have better food and prices.

Had the food here 1 time and it's honestly mediocre at best I've had way better authentic Hispanic…read morefood before in Va. Also it's over priced asf, you won't get a bang for your buck here gang.

Solid quick service spot in Leland. Order at the counter by marking off what you want on their menu…read morepad and pay when you're done. Each sandwich comes with fries and a drink. Good burgers, big fan of their grilled cheese which is made on a burger bun and chicken tenders and fries for the little one. Their lemonade is fresh with real lemons. Prices are affordable and all of the employees were helpful and friendly.

I wanted to love this place because they have an awesome concept & cool logo but it was just OK…read more Coolness - walk in, grab an order pad & mark what you want, then turn in at the counter. Prices are decent & all sandwiches come w/ fries & drink. $15 for 8oz Burger & Fries Now for the food - I know this is going to show my age but damn, everything was soooo greasy & salty. See the pic of the fires - not sure the fry guy even drained them before throwing them in the bag. The burger tasted like they rolled the ground beef in a sat mix before putting it on the grill. Definitely could have been better. Also it may have just been my choices & they do have other options like Grilled Chicken Sandwiches & a few different salads. It's worth a try, maybe it was just a new cook w/ a heavy hand on the salt shaker. I'll probably try them again if I'm in the area & just ask for some specific changes on the next round.

Really good burgers and fries as well as awesome milkshakes. The servers were great. The staff were…read morefast and friendly!

Let me start by saying, I don't give 5 stars unless a staff member does something special…read more My Granddaughter & I stopped in while traveling. We love the '50's theme. The establishment was very clean & pleasant. Our meal, we took to go. Our milkshakes hit the spot for the Carolina Summer heat. Granddaughter & I loved our chicken tenders. As for the cost, I'm still adjusting to this rate/inflation hike. Personally, these prices hurt. But, if we think about the owner needs to be able pay his staff & suppliers. So, I guess it's average cost. I'd ask that you stop by the next HWY 55 Diner & judge for yourself, between Fast Food Corp or Hwy 55 Diner. Bring the family & enjoy a gratifying meal.

We tried this drive-in on a Saturday and enjoyed the old school feel. Our waitress was so sweet and…read morecalled us hon/sweetie and was quick. You could tell the staff were working hard. It was fun just hanging out in the car and the nostalgic vibe. Since it's a burger house, we ordered burgers, fries, a vanilla milkshake and a bottled soda. It was around $21. It is cash only! The burger was just okay and could've used a bit more flavor. The fries were good and my son loved the milkshake. Next time I might try a hot dog since that seems like another popular item. Overall, the food isn't amazing, but the experience and nostalgic atmosphere made it worth the visit.

OK, this is the quickest turnaround for a review I've ever provided. I actually just left Merritt's…read moreBurger house not even five minutes ago. A little bit of a backstory - every month or two I crave a good chili, slaw, and ketchup hotdog (I know, not quite Carolina style) - and I'm determined to find one as good as the place in my hometown in Charleston. So far, I've never been close. Until today. And I've been on this mission for about 10 years. After hearing from a bunch of Wilmington locals that this is the place I should try, I was finally able to go today. They are open I believe from 10 to 4 Monday through Saturday. Cash only. You drive up to a parking spot. Park. Roll down your window. And wait for the people to come take your order. I believe I came at one of the busiest times ever - I think every single parking spot was full. But the lady saw that I pulled in and she was over to take my order as soon as reasonably possible. I only had a $20 bill so I was worried about how much I could order. Oh my gosh! What a silly concern. I was able to get two hotdogs the way I like it with chili, slaw, and ketchup, I also ordered a plain hotdog for my dog, and she rang it up just as a wiener that has no bun. Perfect. She told me that I would still have money left over with my $20 bill to get fries and even a drink. I ordered a Diet Coke and I was surprised that it came out in a beautiful wonderful bottle! Delicious! And the fries are crinkle cut fries! You won't even believe me when I tell you that that entire order was $11.75. I was amazed! It probably took about 10 minutes to receive my food. But it's a nice day and I was just chilling in the car until it was ready. Not a bad weight when we have our phones, music on the radio, and especially if you were in the car with some friends or family members like many people were today. I've already eaten one hotdog and it is absolutely delicious. The slaw is finely chopped and sweet. It adds such a nice touch to the hot dog. And the chili is actually on point. Also finely ground. The hotdogs are that bright red style that is common around eastern North Carolina. I know that is some people's preference, but I will say that the look has always scared me and I've actually stayed away from a lot of places that serve the style of hot dog. Well, that was foolish. This thing was so good. Probably the best hotdog so far that I have had in the state of North Carolina, and believe me, I have tried hotdogs across the state and surrounding ones. So happy I found you, Merrits burger house! I will definitely be back! And thank you to my amazing waitress today.

Food was good and hot. Service was fast as well. Love the environment. Love the band that was…read moresinging and everyone around. I will be coming bk when I visit again

Service was friendly, but slow. The selection of food options was mediocre. The fryer was obviously…read morenot at the correct temp or was overloaded, because the fries and onion rings were heavy with grease. I'll give them another visit and I'm hopeful that it's a better experience.

Just sad, $7 for a kids meal "chicken and rice bowl" half of a scoop of rice and a sprinkle of…read morechicken. No thank you!

Smoky Chicken That Needs No Sauce!…read more We popped into Papi's Peruvian Chicken on a Sunday, hoping to beat the church crowd, but it turns out, the real blessing was waiting inside. As soon as we pulled into the parking lot, my buddy leaned over and said, "Man, someone's smoking something and it smells delicious." When we stepped inside, his grin got even bigger as he turned to me and said, "It's this place, great choice!" We both went for the smoked dark quarter with street corn salad. My buddy chose green beans, and I went with the Inca pork beans. I asked the woman at the counter to recommend a sauce, and she took the time to explain each one, patiently answering all my basic questions. It turns out, the chicken didn't need any sauce at all. It was smoky, moist, and packed with flavor--crispy on the outside with a deep, wood-fired taste that lingered with every bite. The Inca pork beans were hearty and full of flavor, a solid sidekick to the main event. The street corn salad, while fresh, could have used a bit more kick--maybe a sprinkle of cheese or a dash of lime to brighten it up. The interior's industrial strip mall vibe is functional but could benefit from a few authentic touches--like Peruvian art or music--to match the rich flavors coming out of the kitchen. If you're craving smoky, fall-off-the-bone chicken, Papi's Peruvian Chicken is worth the trip. I'll definitely be back to try more!