This unmarked hot dog station in the middle of the Commons right outside of Bank of America is an…read moreIthaca fixture. They serve classic all beef, grilled, hot dogs with any of the following items kosher New York City sauerkraut, freshly grilled onions and peppers, spicy pepper relish, onions, classic pickle relish, Nancy's mustard, and of course ketchup and yellow mustard. They even have veal dogs, Italian pork sausages, and chicken spiedies (grilled chicken cubes in a hotdog bun -- spiedies are an upstate NY invention). I have tried all of these options and they are all fantastic, but I am a purest and love the kosher all beef dog with grilled peppers and a touch of sauerkraut the best. You can also purchase frito-lay bags of chips and bottled/canned drinks. He uses local wieners ...tee hee....from Hofmann's franks based out of Syracuse New York. Lou notes that he thinks that "central New Yorkers prefer the grilled flavor to the classic New York city steamed or boiled hot dogs." This is why he switched to a gas powered grill in 2001. I can't agree more, I love the grill. Lou is super friendly, and he'll chat with you as he prepares your dogs. Its $2 per hot dog. One dog is a great snack, 2 dogs or 1 chicken spiedie is a great meal. I never "plan" to eat here as the hours are dependent on the wether, I usually see them while walking around the commons and can't resist.

I'm surprised there aren't more reviews. The food is fantastic. The prices ($3 for sausage with…read morepeppers and onions?!?!) are incredible, and Lou is an extremely nice guy.

This spot guarantees you a full stomach for $10 or less. The prices of the food are so cheap I…read morewonder how the heck Lou stays in business. Excellent service; he's also very kind and if he messes up your order he'll fix it. Not a bad place to get American staples like fries, wings, burgers, etc.

Lou offers good food for great value! According to my 6 year old the chicken fingers and French…read morefries are "way better than McDonald's" that's saying something considering her obsession with McD. On top of that Lou is just about the friendliest guy around!

Fantastic food!!! White hot dog with all the fixins. The guy loves his food and is super friendly!…read moreI'd recommend 100%!

Great street meat, excellent hot sauce, super nice guy. We grab lunch here often. So much faster…read morethan anything else in the area

Mr. V's comes to my office once a week. He is super efficient with long lines, while still being…read morefriendly. I've only ever gotten portabello from him, but they are marinated well and very tasty. I've heard his burgers are really good as well. If you're looking for a quick bite, I highly recommend this food cart!

There's something about street meat at 2:30 AM after a night out on the town. While other options…read morefor post-drinking grub exist, Mr. V's Cart is my preferred destination. It's located across from the former KC Tea & Noodles, on the corner of Goodman and Monroe. Since it's a straight shot path between East & Alexander and my apartment, it's a convenient spot for me to grab some food before passing out at home. Mr. V's has a variety of offerings, ranging from hotdogs, sausages, burgers to chicken and pulled pork sandwiches. My go-to is the Italian sausage all dressed with red peppers and Rochester's meat "hot sauce." That will soak up the alcohol! Everything i've tried so far tastes delicious. But please keep in mind that this is at 2AM after a few drinks. I've truthfully never been completely sober while standing in line for Mr. V's. Sometimes it comes down to Pita Pit vs. Mr. V's and oftentimes, Mr. V's wins.

On the corner of Fay Road and Onondaga Blvd in the parking lot of Abbotts Frozen Custard you will…read morefind Tim's Hotdogs stand. Yes, I know we all love Hoffmann and it is sacrilegious to say other wise. But here me out. Owner Tim makes all his menu items from scratch! His hotdogs, sausage patties, and sausage links! Oh, his condiments are all his creation as well. Ketchup , mustard, and relish all made from scratch by Tim! I asked Tim what he recommended I try on my first visit. He said definitely the chili dog. I was glad I did! Tim has a mixture of brisket and pork that he grinds, puts in a casing and then smokes. He than warms it back up on a flat top griddle at the stand. You definitely taste all the flavors that went into creating this dog! Thoughts after the first bite? Meaty and smoke! It's definitely one of a kind when you think of a hotdog. You definitely get that meat flavor with a hint of smokiness. The chili is meat based and sweet which blends in beautifully with the dog. The homemade mustered added a spice with a small kick. Complimenting the spice was the ketchup with hints of brown sugar sweetness and vinegar. Tim was a pretty cool guy to meet. Proud of his food and pretty chill wearing tie-dye and listening to some Dead tunes. I'm looking forward to coming back and trying some more of his home creations such as his shaved ribeye sandwich and sausage with peppers and onions. We can still throw our beloved Hoffmanns on the grill but for something a bit different stop over and try this delicious hotdog as well! You can find him in Abbott's parking lot Tuesdays - Fridays starting at 11:00am to 2:30pm.

Stopped by at about noon on a Friday. There were two other customers in front of me, but I probably…read moreonly had to wait three minutes to be served. I ordered a homemade hot Italian sausage patty and slathered it with homemade mustard and peppers and onions. I also had a hotdog, but unfortunately it wasn't one of Tim's homemade dogs which I was eager to try. The sausage sandwich was excellent. Good heat from the well seasoned sausage was amplified by a nice kick from the mustard. The peppers and onions were nice additions but I think next time I'll just enjoy the sausage and mustard by themselves. The dog was just a Hoffman's fried up on the griddle. Totally fine. Especially compared price wise with local competition. Totalled 8 bucks for an excellent lunch. My mouth is watering writing this review-the sausage is that good. Go try out Tim's, you won't be disappointed.

As I sat in the warm sun and soaked up Dryden Lake Festival in Dryden, NY I enjoyed the delicious…read morearoma of my freshly made blueberry crepe being prepared by the expert hands in a food truck that goes by the name 'Cookin' on Wheels.' This was not your traditional french crepe, it was, well in the words of the owner, a crepe-cake. It was thicker than your typical crepe but much too thin for a pancake, so yes, crepe-cake would be an apt description. Let me begin with the crepe-cake itself. It's texture was light and fluffy with crispy edges that had a buttery taste. It was not doughy like a pancake can be and it's depth was perfect. The freshly made cake was served at the perfect temperature with the delicate fresh blueberries nestled inside. In the middle were fresh blueberries complemented with a light drizzle of a sour cream based sauce. The blueberries popped in my mouth. This blueberry beauty was topped with fresh whipped cream. What a great treat to find in a festival setting, it was unexpected and a nice distraction from the normal fried wares found at your typical festival setting.

I had this at a picnic a few weeks ago. They have a grill that they travel with, and make hot…read moredogs, hamburgers, etc, that are made to order for you. I'm vegetarian, and they also had veggie burgers and quesadillas! I was debating which to get, and got the veggie burger with cheese. It was ok, but I'm very picky about veggie burgers. If I have the chance, I will try the quesadillas next time. You also got a bag of chips and a pop along with your order. I thought it was a very cute concept, and there was an umbrella over their grill making it seem very summer-y. It's a great idea for a party or picnic, and they make something for everyone.

From the owner: Roc It Dogs offers street style catering services for any event. We offer delicious grilled food…read moreoptions.

Awesome street vendor, not just hot dogs, they also have fresh burgers and this great rhode island…read moremeat sauce. I was pleasantly surprised to find that he makes his own bqq sauces. I had the pulled pork sliders with mango habanero sauce sweet and heat was great. Homemade coke slaw was good too. It great to find small locals with awesome food