Oldest restaurant in Mobile, and if you haven't stopped in here yet, do so! It is definitely worth stopping in anytime. The seafood player was amazing, and the fresh catfished looked delicious. Excellent food and excellent service! read more

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Claims to be the oldest restaurant in the state. If the food has always been this good, that's no surprise. Decided to drop in for a couple of their legendary hot dogs for lunch. No disappointments here! The dogs were loaded with all the good stuff! To be honest, I could have eaten more than two, just because they're so good. Ambience is great- decor from days long gone, but everything is kept very clean. Many more temptations on the menu I need to try, so I'll be back! read more

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A haiku for all the poetry fans: Boy are these dogs pink! Their motto: "Don't Change Nothin'!" They didn't change nothin' read more

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Always awesome and consistent ! God Bless the Hamlin family with the tragic accident claiming Robin Hamlin! Our prayers are with the family!

A Mobile original. I grew up on the chilli dogs and they are still as good as I remembered. Utililized the curb side service multiple times due to the pandemic. Always fast friendly and accurate service. Let's support our local institutions. read more

Came to the dew drop for lunch and We were not surprised at all. Service and food were spot on!!!! Delicious and relaxing as always. Keep this wonderful tradition of consistently great food going. read more

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Best hot dogs and cheeseburgers in town! Old fashioned spot, a legendary place! Ice cold beers and bottled cokes!

A Mobile institution, good old-fashioned Southern cooking. My favorite here is the fried pork chops, which are perfectly fabulous. The rutabagas are addictive; all of the vegetables are just like your Grandma used to make. The famous hot dogs are good, but not the best in town; what makes them good is the chili topping. The cheeseburger is really stellar, however. The onion rings are incredible! The ancient dining space is cramped and noisy. Parking can be a chore. Some of the charm of the place is in the inconvenience and quirkiness. But the Who's Who of Mobile eats here, from all backgrounds and vocations. The prices are reasonable. Worth a trip! read more

If you haven't tried the oldest restaurant in Mobile, what are you waiting for?! This little gem has delicious chili cheeseburgers and daily lunch specials. Folks rave about the dogs, but I'm not really down with the whole red weiner game. Their chili burger is awesome, though. Homemade chili that cannot be beat. Their crabmeat stuffed jalapeños are a must have too! The nostalgia takes me back to my childhood, when my grandmother used to take us here. read more

Literally a wayyyy overpriced diner with food that is below subpar. Will not be going here again. Chilli is basically mush, hotdog is the 10 for a 1$ red ones from Publix. Save yourself a lot of money and just go elsewhere. read more

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The service was excellent. The food was average. It was a fun little place to stop at with a history of being open a very long time.

The Dew Drop Inn is a restaurant that many non-locals will not understand. You develop an appreciation for certain tastes when you grow up on them, and I suspect it is this that endears this lovable hole in the wall to all of us Mobilians. Objectively, the food is nothing special: typical meat and three fare with hotdogs (neon pink bun pals no less) and hamburgers (strange concoctions that are more chili than burger) as well. It is always packed, and you can expect to wait for your table about half the time. Why do I love this restaurant? Because it hasn't changed much in all the years it's operated. Because there are plaques on the booths put there by high school classes circa 1930. Because a trip to this restaurant always coincided with a long yarn of stories from my parents. About how they went to high school down the road, and how their parents brought them there when they were kids too. I love it because I can't wait to do the same with my kids. A Dew Drop hamburger with a half order of steak fries (I'm not an onion ring person) and a Coke from the glass bottle is among my favorite meals and will continue to be. I encourage anyone visiting Mobile to make a stop here. The food isn't going to knock you out, but the history will (in it's defense, the food is really good, but we're not talking Michelin guide here; though I'd give it a few stars personally). I suggest ordering a hamburger and a hot dog and a half order of fries and onion rings, along with a Coke or a domestic brew (which they serve with neat little glasses). Alternatively, whatever is on the special board is usually great. Turnip greens and Lima beans are always a hit. The oyster loaf is excellent if you are partial to sea critters. Give this restaurant a shot. Keep an open mind. Try to see folks from the early 20th century sitting in the same booths you are (because they were). Come back again and again, it grows on you, I promise. And before long you'll be singing it's praises like the rest of us. read more

The Dew Drop Inn! My husband has been wanting to eat there since the first time he passed the place. He likes the Charlie Daniels song, Uneasy Rider, where he gets a flat in Jackson, Mississippi on a Saturday night...ends up at a little redneck lookin' joint called the Dew Drop Inn...kicks ole green teeth right in the knee. You may or may not have heard it. Anyway, we finally went. No green teeth in sight, thank goodness. I ordered the special of the day, which was hamburger steak, mashed potatoes and banana pudding. My husband ordered a hot dog po' boy. This was right after my newsletter on po' boys came out and I was seriously wishing someone had reviewed that so I could've put in there. Where else can you get a hot dog po' boy? My hamburger steak dinner was delicious! I love some good home cooking, and while this isn't the best I've ever had, it was a darn fine meal. The meat was good quality and the brown gravy was from a mix. The banana pudding was good, but not spectacular. The hubs loved the hot dog po' boy. He even took a picture to send to my dad. The hot dog was the red weeny kind, not something like Nathan's all beef. It had chili flavored meat on it and pickles. I tried a bite, but wasn't as infatuated with it as he was. What made the experience even better was the price. We both ate for about $20. This is definitely a place to visit, and don't worry about getting in a fight. It seems like a calm and laid back crowd. The place has been around since 1967 and the folks have mellowed out. The decor is from 1967 too, so don't expect anything fancy. Just good food. read more

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Those 5 stars must have been hanging heavy with nostalgia, because the the Dew has Dropped. And sadly, I must remove some stars. Dogs were decent, yet not as messy good as I recalled. Onion rings tasted like they were coated with over used batter and fried in ancient oil. Service was spiritless. *sigh* read more

The only reason I am not giving a 5 star is because of the extremely rude young lady at the cash register. The food is awesome and it is one of my favorite places to eat with family and friends. Our waitress was wonderful. My family has been going to the Dew Drop since it opened, which consist of my great grandparents, grandparents, my parents, my 4 brothers and sisters and now my children and grandchildren, not to mention my large extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins.That is 6 generations of Dew Drop lovers. However, I have never been treated rudely at the Dew Drop for over 50 years until yesterday. When I was paying our bill the girl at the register mumbled something and I did not hear her, so I placed my check and card down and she rudely said something like...I said to wait a minute. Then I slid the tip basket over slightly, so I could sign the long receipt and she aggressively moved it back. I said, "I just moved it over so I could sign the receipt." Then she said, " I don't like people touching my stuff." Other hostile words were said after that altercation. It was the worst experience I have ever had there, but I will go back. I love The Dew Drop. I hope the young lady behind the register was just having a bad day and does not treat anyone else that way. read more

Damn I miss this place! Sorry for the language but I truly do long to eat at Dew Drop at least 2x a month. The place is unchanged from the 80s but still clean (including the bathrooms). In '84 I ate here at least once a week.. Two drop dogs, One onion ring, two Budweiser's. That was lunch and I was stockbroker! The tab was $6 with a tip. Now I go after a few tests at Mobile Infirmary. 1 drop dog, water and maybe a few onion rings. It is still about $6 and not a thing has changed (except for my crazy self). This is way up on my "to see" list for my friends out of town. it just sort of gives a glimpse into who I really am - red dye and all. read more

I guess if you grew up coming here as a kid with your grandparents, I could see where you might have some fond memories of this place and continue to live vicariously through those memories. However, if you come here a new customer as an adult, you might be asking yourself 'WHY'? What on earth is so special?? I mean, I'm all about little out of the way places that are high on 'charm' and have good food. But this place I just don't understand. We came by for a late lunch one saturday, about 130 in the afternoon. When we stepped in, every booth and table was full. And there's no where to stand and wait. So you have to stand in the middle of the waitress drink stand and uncomfortably try not to get run over. NO ONE greeted us and I had to walk over to one and ask sheepishly if we were supposed to seat ourselves. After letting one other family go ahead of us that had a baby and we weren't sure whom arrived first, we finally were able to sit down. I heard about the spectacular hotdogs, so that's what I came for and that's what we ordered. We both had the Regular Famous All the Way, I had french fries and he had onion rings. The bun is toasted and the hotdogs are the 'red hots'. No big thrill there! I could have made much better dogs AT HOME. And we traipsed all the way into Midtown to try this place. Sorry, I guess unless you are reliving some childhood memories, this place isn't worth it. read more

I'm 36 years old and my grandfather used to eat here when he was 15 if that tells you how long this place had been in Mobile. Old mobile establishment. Great hot dogs and burgers. Old diner style. Get the burger and fries and there onion rings are amazing. Good ole diner food! If you come to Mobile you have to go to Dew Drop! Old folk lore is that Jimmy Buffet wrote cheeseburger in paradise about Dew Drops burger! read more

Never get tired of it. Chili cheese dog is insane and the staff is always polite. One of my favorite places.

Not at all what we were expecting. Hot dogs were ok. Fries were dry. Friendly people but not at all what we had heard they were. Very plain. read more

We drove from Chattanooga Tn to Mobile just to eat at the Dew Drop inn. After a 6 1/2 drive we arrived just before the lunch crowd. I will say this is truly a good hot dog. If you are ever in Mobile give the Dew Drop Inn a try. read more

I have to give the Dew Drop 5 stars. There are times when I absolutely crave this place! Chili Cheeseburger Chili Cheese Dawg all the way and steak fries. I do also enjoy the Cucumber Tomato Onion salad. The quality is consistent - you get the same thing everytime. I grew up in Atlanta and have been to The Varsity often - The Dew Drop is the same style of food, and I do prefer the Dew Drop to The Varsity. The folks that work there are friendly, so are the customers. If folks don't like this place - they may not like this type of food, or maybe the simple outdated decor is not for them. But if you like simple straightforward food that tastes good time and time again, Dew Drop is your place. Enjoy! read more

Laid back and the staff is nice. I always get the double hamburger and it's one of the best burgers I've ever had! Every mobilian needs to try this place read more

The biggest mistake most people make when going to the Dew Drop Inn is sticking to just hotdogs and hamburgers. They have the ABSOLUTE BEST crabmeat omelet poboy I have ever had, and I've had a lot of them. Their gumbo is world class,absolutely stuffed with shrimp and crabmeat. True Mobile gumbo, lacking the rubbery bits of sausage that profane the gumbo of lesser establishments. They also have a shrimp bisque that will totally knock your socks off. Their side vegetables are fresh, especially their collard greens. As a fan of traditional Southern vegetables, I was delighted to see that you can occasionally get rutabagas!! If you are going to wuss out and just have chicken fingers, you will be pleased to see that they are hand breaded. None of that Sysco pre-breaded junk! Their roast beef poboy is stuffed with meat that is hand sliced on the premises. I know because I've watched them slice it. Their shrimp and oyster poboys are divine. They use a light touch on their seafood and cook it to perfection. They must change their oil frequently because I've yet to get a greasy fried item there. Their pork chop dinners, hamburger steak plate and seafood platters are heavenly. Although they cost a bit more, you definitely get your money's worth and will not go home hungry! I haven't had the steak but if it's as good as everything else it should be fantastic. If you are going to the Dew Drop Inn to be transported by hot dogs and hamburgers, you will probably be disappointed. You just aren't GETTING IT. What's so great about their hot dogs and hamburgers is the nostalgic experience. The true treasures on the menu are, well, everything else. It really bothers me that people go there and then complain about the most pedestrian items available. ORDER SOMETHING ELSE!! I guarantee it will be the best thing you've put in your mouth in a long time. Try that crabmeat omelet. You won't be disappointed. I promise read more

This place is a must. It has always had legendary status for me-my parents ate here and their parents ate here. The chili burger is amazing, and the onion rings pair nicely with it. The baked potato salad heated with cheese is essential to a happy life. The service is always awesome, and I just love the atmosphere. It's full of so much history. read more

Always love this place. Hot dogs are obviously the best part, but their onion rings and jalapeño poppers are very good also. Staff is usually very friendly. I did notice their prices went up and new menus reflect the higher prices. Still good quality for the money read more

I do not understand what the appeal is here. Maybe because its old? The hot dogs are red. Gross. The burger was good because it tasted just like it came from McDonalds. The service is nothing to write home about. At least its sorta cheap. read more

Dew Drop Inn is a must when traveling through Mobile, I have lived here my whole life and am still a regular customer. Go in there sit down in a booth order a Sweet Tea or a Coke in a bottle and get ready to settle in, because your not moving after this meal. The hamburgers and seafood are very delicious, but where The Dew Drop stands alone is with its onion rings and Dew Drop Hot Dog. Do yourself a favor and go there as soon as possible. Tell Powell Guy Etherton told you to come. read more

The oldest resturant continuously operating in Mobile - it has stayed around for a reason! The Dew Drop Inn still serves coca-cola in a glass bottle and prefers cash. The dew dog"everything" hot dog is a mobile staple- a lady I know required them at her 100th birthday party! So order a plate of steak fries for your booth, tip your tea to the people who managed to get their names on a brass plaque (you'll see what I mean); a wonderful place to step back in time. read more

Omg. i love this place! The owner is the coolest guy ever! Too bad I live in Cali otherwise i would eat here more often.

This place is a classic. As it was our first time visiting, my boyfriend and I decided to order several items and share. We enjoyed the shaved house dog. It was good, not great, but good. I liked the chili cheeseburger the best. It had just the right ratios. Very tasty. We had differing opinions of the gumbo. I though it was just okay, but the boyfriend really enjoyed it. A different review claimed shrimp in every bite. That is definitely true. Overall, good food and good service. read more

Aka the Dew Plop. No explanation needed. Regardless, this is still a favorite spot for locals. The menu has not changed in thirty years at least, and yes, you can still get pink hot dogs. read more

This place definite has a wispy, old-timey feel. It is the oldest operating restaurant in Mobile, with a classic Southern retro menu and generous portions. You get the feeling that Sandy, Danny, RiZo, and Frenchy will burst into song at any moment. For comfort fried food and red hot dogs, the Dew Drop makes a stand in consistent quality. Eat here instead of a national chain. Mobile, if you don't use it you lose it! read more

New to Mobile, but am now going to crave the Dew Drop Dog forever more, I just know it! Today I had my third and maybe that's the charm - dee-lish! Excellent onion rings and great iced tea. I might branch out someday to other things on the menu but...then again, might not. Was here at lunch the day before Thanksgiving and it was totally packed. read more

This is a great old spot for some cheap comfort food. I recommend a cheeseburger with chili, and ask them to add slaw. The fried okra is really great, too. read more

Ordered a fish po'boy and it was greasy and tasteless. The food is too expensive to not have any taste. I will not be returning and they up charge if you use your debit/credit card instead of cash. read more

Now that is one good hotdog.....the food was great and the service was good. Clean homey feeling....I'll be back

I had the steak burger, it was the worst burger I have ever had, fir the price I was expecting something way better, it didn't even taste like hamburger meat read more

A gem of a burger and dog dive. Simple food that hasn't changed in years.

Do! Dew Drop Inn is a Mobile institution. They supposedly served the first hot dogs in the region. They also call themselves Mobile's oldest restaurant. We had to try to the hot dog, but several other items on the menu appealed. The gumbo was good, but not great. The oyster loaf is served on a hot dog bun with ketchup and pickles. We asked for it to dressed with lettuce and tomato like a po' boy but they messed up and we got the ketchup and pickles which we didn't care for. Now to the hot dog. It was great. Each component was delicious. The sauerkraut had a wonderful tang, the chili had a good richness and the wiener itself (a disconcertingly bright red color) was so tasty. Dessert selection was uninspiring. There are other items on the menu. But when I go back to, I'll be getting the hot dog. read more