I take hot dogs seriously. Like "I celebrated National Hot Dog Day as an actual holiday" seriously…read more So trust me when I say Haute Dogs is worth a visit. One honest note for my fellow purists: the buns are hearty, so if you're a classic bun person like me, the ratio leans a little bread-forward. Personal preference. But here's the tip that makes all the difference: order the half smoke. Bigger, beefier, and it fills that bun the way nature intended. That's the move. And if you love blue cheese, the buffalo tots are dangerously snackable.

Finally a place that serves the popular state base hot dogs in one. It's a small place but they are…read moreefficient. Typically, there's one person handling the foh. So someone can take your order or you order through the kiosk. Which by the way, there's only one. If you're dining, the meals come out fast and hot. I had the chi dog. Although didn't feel like Chicago, it was still close enough! The dig wasn't too salty and it was lean. With fries and a non-fountain soda, it sure filled me up. The place gave me an early 90s dine. It was hip, chill and nostalgic kind of way. Give it a try.

Baby that half smoke! Just get it. That's the review…read more Service is aight, quick little in and out spot for breakfast or lunch.

Weenie Beenie has been around since 1954, and they've earned their reputation on the half smokes,…read morewhich happen to be a favorite of mine. My go-to is fully loaded: onion, chili, mustard, and relish. That's the move. I've worked my way through a lot of the menu, the hot dogs, burgers, bean soup, onion rings, and mac salad. The fries are a seasoned wedge fry, which was a nice surprise and a step up from your standard cut. A large sweet tea is the right call to wash it all down. I still haven't tried the breakfast sandwiches, but they're on my list for next time. This is the kind of longtime local spot that keeps you coming back. Worth a stop.

Decent korean corndog, but they do take forever to make them.. The cheese part of our half cheese…read morehalf hotdog had a great cheese pull tho!

I've been craving a Korean style hot dog for a while, and this spot did NOT disappoint! I leisurely…read morewent skating with friends at the Iceplex on the 8th floor, so this was just an elevator down. The wait time was a bit long, but that's to be expected since I customized my dog. I got a premium beef dog with potatoes. They ask if you want sugar and the answer is yes. You have different options of what to top your dog with so I did ketchup, mustard, spicy, and mayo... almost everything (lol) The dog itself is a bit underwhelming but everything around it is perfection. I think next time I'll try a rice cake dog or a mozzarella dog for more novelty. My only wish is that the dog tasted more like a Kirkland hotdog from the food court! (Take notes, Oh K-Dog!) My friend got an egg toast and she loved it! They make the experience a little less messy with their packaging but she def still needed a fork and knife to finish it -- just a heads up for those that like to keep it clean while eating! Seating is abundant, but it does get crowded. Highly recommend Oh K-Dog if you're in the Ballston area :)

You can't visit DC and not visit Ben's! Came to try a dog and the chili - I opted for the…read morevegetarian/ vegan option and some banana pudding. My sister in law got the turkey dog and chili with fries and a cup of cheese. My brother got the original spicy chili. We unanimously agreed that the food was delicious. The service was good and the ambiance was fire. They answered our questions and didn't rush us - we felt welcomed. An extra plus is all the space/ seating they gave, the walls full of photos and their accolades and the mural outside. If you're in the area, visit Ben's - especially this location as it's the original.

Ben's Chili Bowl is a must visit in DC!…read more There is no other hot dog like it, I mean look at the bun and sausage ratio. It is juicy, meaty, and keeps you coming back for more. Topped with that smoky chili and crunch chips, probably one of the best hot dogs you can get. The interior has so much charm, the checkered floor and photos on the wall really makes the place nostalgic. There is something special about a place with history and people from all walks of life gather just for a hot dog. Service is good, they get your order right and they get it done quick. I spoke to the owner and photographer during my last visit and they were just delightful. You can tell they care about the people and food, it really warmed my heart.

A hidden gem in the parking lot of Home Depot…read more If you want to try something different and very fresh for a food truck type of atmosphere, this is it. The menu is not your typical hot dog stand as you can get burgers, cheesesteaks, and a variety of sides and other items. Depending on when you stop by, there could be a line and the food is made fresh, so the wait might be longer than expected. However, the food is really good. I plan to stop by again soon to try other menu items.

Easily influenced by TikTok, I came across Marky's Munchery and realized this local spot was so…read moreclose to me that I had to try it. We ordered two burgers -- the classic smash burger (lettuce, tomato, mayo, and cheese) and the BBQ bacon burger (grilled onions, bacon, and BBQ sauce) -- along with their famous cheesesteak combo. The cheesesteak came loaded with lettuce, jalapeños, tomato, and steak infused with peppers and onions, topped with Marky's-style cheese, plus seasoned fries and a soda. Everything was absolutely delicious, and I can't recommend this place enough -- especially knowing they're part of our local community. I've walked past this gem so many times without realizing what I was missing! It's tucked away in the Home Depot parking lot on Little River Turnpike, so don't sleep on it. I'll definitely be back to work my way through the entire menu.

Our first time eating at Burger district . Fairly empty other than people playing trivia. The…read moreservice was quick and efficient. We ordered a fish sandwich and burger. Neither comes with a side so we ordered a side of onion rings. The onion rings were really bad. For all the competition in the area the prices were way too high. For two sandwich's, single order of onions rings and Diet Coke plus 15% tip the bill cake to $58.99. I would be shocked if this restaurant stays in business long term. You can go to nicer spots like Brass Rabbit to Nettie's Tavern for much less.

Craving a burger and not feeling like paying the high prices of some of the boutique burger places?…read moreBurger district is exactly the place for you. Simple, yet right on the money my blue cheese burger was cooking perfectly and ready to go as soon as I arrived. The restaurant itself was very spacious and comfortable, and had ample seats for larger parties (I think they even do trivia!). I really appreciated that for my to-go order, the kitchen did not place the cheese on the fries but instead left it in a separate container that maintained its heat and prevented unnecessary sogginess. Excited to go back for the shakes.

Well, I got to agree with a lot of other reviews. There was a funny taste to my burger. With that…read morebeing said the portion sizes were big and the staff were friendly. The interior has its own color scheme. Overall this burger chain is ok but check it out for yourself.

I came here shortly after noon on a Sunday. When I arrived I was the only customer…read more I'd always been curious about Z Burger, previously noticing one next to Starbucks just off 7th Street near Pennsylvania Ave in the District. The Crystal City location ended up being an expensive curiosity. $22.56 for a single-patty bacon cheeseburger, small fries and a fountain soda. My order turned out to be a case of opposites. The first thing I noticed was that the nearly $10 burger was shockingly small, the patty so skinny. The cheese on the burger had not been melted and they used iceberg lettuce. The bun was dry and it fell apart before I was finished. But the "small" fries turned out to be a whole sack of fries. But before you say yay, these fries were oily and limp and I could only eat some of them. It's a build your own burger emporium. The toppings list showed only fried onions and so I asked if they had fresh onion. The cashier didn't know what fresh onion was, but did know what raw onion was. I wanted to try the onion rings, but had the sense to ask if they were beer-battered. When she told me they were, I took a hard pass. No Coke products were available, only Pepsi. That's never a good thing. And why did my receipt show the business name as "Maman Joon"? I wouldn't say the burger was bad, but considering the not great fries with too high prices (including a $2.24 service and packaging fee) and a stark and uninviting ambience, I can't give more than two stars.

spicy hot dog... 100/10! Sami was super sweet, we were his last customers of the day and had one…read moremore spicy hot dog left! added as many toppings as i wanted and he gave me extra (which i love!). my gf had a long day of museum hopping and we were craving a good hot dog and stumbled upon sami's. BEST GLIZZY IVE EVER HAD NO JOKE! something so simple but yet so perfect. BEST FOOD FROM OUR DC TRIP! must stop here if you want a GOOOOD glizzy. we will be back to see him again fs! thanks sami !!!

When we go somewhere, we like to try anything that is "local." A quick search brought up Sami's as…read moreone of the best half smokes and we could not disagree! We found his cart and ordered 2 half smokes with whatever he recommended and 3 hot dogs for kids. They also had a bag of Doritos and a soda. Fantastic! It was quite the experience. Sami is also very friendly and helpful. Our order took a minute, but it was a beautiful day. Extra bonus - the Uber driver who picked us up from there happened to be Sami's cousin so we were all treated to a candy mint! Visit Sami. You won't be sorry.

Authentic German foods! Everything is very good and really good! Sausages are authentic and the…read moresides are delicious!

Hi everyone, just wanted to leave a review of German Gourmet on Columbia Pike…read more Before I begin, I want to identify what the ingredients are for a classic Reuben. You'll need two slices of seeded or marble rye bread, about six ounces of thinly sliced corned beef or pastrami, two slices of sharp Swiss cheese, roughly a quarter cup of well-drained sauerkraut, and two tablespoons of Russian or Thousand Island dressing. A little butter for toasting the bread and optional spicy brown mustard round it out. That said, what I actually received was the absolute worst Reuben I've ever had in my entire life. They used ham instead of corned beef or pastrami, an insult to the name. The Swiss was bland and low-quality, not sharp at all. There was no mustard, barely any Thousand Island, and I couldn't even detect any sauerkraut. The bread wasn't toasted, and they still charged me $12.50 with tax. If this is what passes for a Reuben at a supposed German delicatessen, save your money and go somewhere that actually knows what they're doing.

Went to Kong Dog for a snack because we were craving Korean corn dogs. They have a nice 6-pack…read moredeal, which is great if you're with friends and want to try a few different flavors. The corn dogs were good and satisfied the craving, but nothing too crazy. I do wish they were a bit crispier on the outside. Also, if you want sugar on top, you have to ask for it since it doesn't come that way automatically. Overall, a solid spot for a quick snack when you're in the mood for Korean corn dogs.

The joint is stacked with options I did not expect. Churro Korean Dog? Fruity Pebbles covered?!…read moreSweet Chili Doritos Dusted?! It's fun and honestly impressive how many ways you can customize one corn dog. That said, I really appreciated that they also keep some more traditional Korean options on the menu. Not everything needs to be chaotic, and those classic choices hit when you want something savory and filling. Fresh, hot, and made to order, which makes the wait worth it. Great spot in the food court when you're craving something different or just want a snack that feels like an experience. Definitely not boring.