I always say it, but I'm saying it again. So many memories here. From my parents, to us kids, to me and my husband. To our girl's and now our granddaughter. You guys are her first hot dog in the great big outside world and not in her kitchen being offered a second rate hog dog that doesn't have meet sauce made with love inside. You guys are the best. So nice. So clean. Sure do miss the jukebox playing though. read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - This is just .... Love - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

I recently visited George's Coney Island in Worcester, after seeing that Tasting Table named George's the best hot dog in Massachusetts. They opened in 1918. And you can feel the old school vibes. They have old booths where you can take your dogs after you order. They also have counter service in the side room. George's grills Kayem Hot Dogs. Kayem originated in Mass btw. I always appreciate loyalty to in state makers. The classic George's dog is mustard, meat sauce and chopped onions. Standard white bun. I've seen mixed messages online about how you're supposed to order that dog. I've seen "All the Way." (Which is also how they say it in Providence). I've seen "Three Up", which is a new one for me. But the Menu actually says that a Coney is mustard, meat sauce and onions. So I ordered two coneys and everything worked out fine. The hot dogs were good, both in terms of the components, and in the sum of their parts. My dogs were not particularly snappy. I could see a grill mark. So perhaps it just needed a bit more turning so that it was more well done. Kayem is a good hot dog in terms of flavor. I prefer some other New England brands though. The meat sauce is good, but the seasoning didn't pop for me in the way that my favorite meat sauces do. I'm sure part of this is what you grew up with though. George's is a cool, old school, hot dog joint, that I imagine still does it like it always has. If that's how you like your hot dog spots, I suspect you'll love George's. 4.25 Stars read more

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I got The Mac and cheese to go for my kids and they liked it. I got some wieners to go and they were great!! The server was friendly and helpful. The restaurant itself is an old school dive. I thought it was interesting but I think the Average person might be too freaked out to eat here. It's a dive! read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - Wieners. Delicious!! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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Top hot dogs in Country! Unchanged for decades and decades, actually over 100 yrs! A bit of American History! If you like hot dogs and America you must go here! Worth the trip or side track! Order em with everything! Soooooooo good! read more

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Wanted to try the real Georges before going into ballpark. Pulled in and parked behind the building. Time around 12:15 and a short quick moving line. I saw a special online but didn't see in the restaurant. It was 2 dogs and one of just about everything else (pie, pickle, chips, drink). I was not that hungry and really wanted to focus on the dogs. They were alright. To tell the truth I was really excited about the Orange Dry. It's like an Orangina only better! George's is a place if you grow up in W the dogs just taste better because they remind you of good times. It's like anyone's favorite pizza joint at the beach. I would definitely go back. Great interior. ALL BOOTHS! Who doesn't love that? read more

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Thumbs up for the vibe and the history of this classic lunch spot. Cool seeing the old wooden benches with carved initials, the worn Formica table tops, and that bright glowing retro jukebox. They do more than dogs - you can get burgers and sandwiches too. We opted for hot dogs of course - they're grilled and come with a few basic options for toppings: chili, cheese (not whiz but American slices), relish, onions, mustard, ketchup. No sauerkraut unfortunately which is my fave. The dogs are kind of on the salty side but overall not bad but not the best dogs either imo. However, they're inexpensive and tasty enough and the old building and decor makes it a lot of fun. read more

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My FAVORITE place!!! I am really glad that I decided to check this place out. The hot dogs are amazing!! And not only that, the service is VERY good!! They also have a jukebox which plays awesome music as well Try them! You won't be disappointed!! read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - Awesome food!!! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

You walk in and feel the 1980's vibe immediately. Once you order you have about 10 seconds before they have your hotdogs ready. Don't get me started on the price of the dogs. read more

Every time I walk in here I feel like I've stepped in a Time Machine. The service is the fastest ever, the bar is separate on the other side for a nice atmosphere depending on which vibe you want . The old school wooden booths where people have carved their names into them . The classic chocolate milk in a glass bottle everyone raves about . And finally we bought their shirts we are so proud of . #swag read more

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A true classic that will live forever. I love this place. I think they have other food but why bother. The best coney dog in Mass. Always a line but always fast. read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - Front entrance - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

We went to George's last night before the baseball game. It's not in a very nice neighborhood first off.... We past a drug deal and a hooker being propositioned on our walk there from the parking lot. Once inside it was a very old cool looking landmark kind of place the service was fantastic, we got there just before the crowd rolled in. The line grew quickly but these guys were pros.... The line moved quickly. It wasn't unusual to see guys ordering 6 dogs! the food is very good and it's not expensive at all. For dessert we had a homeless guy come up to us and asked if we would buy him dinner. A definite first time/last time experience! read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - 1 dog with the works and a grilled cheese - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

It's a Worcester institution. You have to go at least once. Hot dogs are good, though I prefer the BBQ sauce at Hot Dog Annie's as opposed to the chili. In any event, you'll get a good meal that won't break the bank. It's iconic. read more

They fell off badly food was nowhere near good I've had better hotdogs at a kids hotdog stand bottom line man I miss New York

I did a stupid thing. I ordered a Burger at a Hot Dog joint. I've had their hot dogs and they are sensational! I wanted to switch it up. What's better than a griddled burger with cooked onions on a griddled roll? Well, I was told only raw onions. Ok, fine..... So, it came on a non griddled bun, with the raw onions. I don't believe they have a griddle. It felt steamed. The meat tasted sour and I only ate half. I should've ordered a hot dog..., Service is always fast and pleasant. Learned a lesson. read more

The hot dogs a great, the pickle are A++ Quick service and friendly staff If ya want a dog this is the place to go read more

Love the Coney Dogs! you want a Great Lunch then stop by George's Coney Island !Give my 2 Coney dogs and a Polar RootBeer with a bag of Wachusett Potato Chips ... Enjoy and you will be back for more !!! read more

How have I never reviewed this place? This is quintessential Worcester. I have fond memories of this place back when I was a little kid getting a couple of dogs (ordered up or the works) along with a chocolate milk and a bag of chips. Great place for a quick cheap bite. This is a Worcester institution. read more

George's Coney Island lunch is probably one of the best places to go in Worcester for a quick easy hotdog or cheeseburger meal or a quick beer with that meal. The service is unbelievably fast straight off the grill and into your hands within seconds. The vibe is always awesome, and I love their chocolate milk in a glass bottle to die for. Connor is one of the best servers in the world. He overly exerts himself to make you happy. read more

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This is definitely a throwback. My husband wanted to revisit. He hadn't been back in 30 years! Food is simple but very good. We ordered the hot dogs with everything. No table top pies for us though. I loved the old wooden seats and the tiny bathrooms. Service is lively very friendly. Prices are cheap! Must do while in Worcester read more

I've been going here since I was a child, nearly half a century. The hot dogs are very well known and delicious and a nostalgic experience for most customers. I was raised to get hot dogs with chocolate milk, that was how you ate at Coney Island. They have worked so hard over so many years to maintain the same experience and they succeeded in my opinion. Highly recommend a visit whenever you can. Enjoy!! read more

Pros: -No frills old school diner -Inexpensive (~$3/hot dog, but note that they are small) -Tasty hot dogs (I like them with the works--onions, chili, mustard) -Lots of Worcester products (polar seltzer, table talk pies, wachusett chips) read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - Hot dogs with the works - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Out of curiosity i stopped in. Service is fine and ambiance ok . Now for the hot dogs ! I was totally disappointed. The hot dogs are pink soft and not what they serve in coney island! The hot dogs at Nathans coney island are crisp and full of taste! read more

Hotdog taste good!! RC cola is awesome although weird after taste.has a juke box!! Great nice service!! It's so cute !!would definitely come here again. Would recommend!!!!!!!!! read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - Juke box - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

If you are ever in kelly square You have to stop by Coney island hot dogs. This place is an institution. They have been here longer than jesus Classic food. Great atmosphere, wonderful service. How do you recommend read more

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It is a local legend. You won't get blown away but you will get decent dogs at an ok price. Not much for parking around it. It's a cool place to check out and say you've been, but not really worth a special trip. Price is ok. Service is hit or miss. But it's a neat looking classic inside. read more

"I'm a Coney Island baby Man, I'd swear, I'd give the whole thing up for you" (Lou Reed) I attended a Tuesday June 21 Golf outing dinner in Worcester County, but it wasn't the dinner I was looking forward to. I planned to have lunch at George's Coney Island but was mega-disappointed when I learned they were closed on Tuesdays. So today I did the next best thing and had lunch at the George's Coney Island stand inside Polar Park Stadium. I mean, it was still a hot dog at the old ballpark, right? It was a real wave of nostalgia for me, because I lived in Worcester from 1977 to 1982, and let's just say I had a few lunches at their iconic Southbridge Street restaurant. I SOOOOOOOO wanted to visit again! George's Coneys at the ballpark are just $4, which is a buck less than the other hot dog stands, because the Coneys are a teense smaller than a conventional hot dog. We ordered two - one with just mustard for the Mrs. and one with ketchup, onions, and relish for me. We also split a giant pickle (sliced into 4 spears) for just $3. So at just $5.50 each we had a fantastic lunch! Its great to see that George's is still around, I hope to visit their Mother Ship one of these days. read more

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Having grown up in Rhode Island with similar hotdogs - I was very excited to finally try George's. Inside is clean, comfortable and the staff are friendly and helpful. Food is exactly what I was hoping for and you can't beat the nostalgia of the Worcester Special which includes a drink, huge pickle and a table talk pie. I get my hotdogs with mustard, chili, onion and celery salt read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - Exterior signage - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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It's not every day that you encounter a restaurant that is truly a relic of the past, a living testament to a time and place that once was. But today was one such day. Stepping into George's Coney Island Lunch was like being transported into a fusion of different eras. There's an eclectic charm to the decor here. A 1950s neon sign on the outside. A 1970s jukebox inside. Wooden seating with countless names carved into them, almost like embroidered graffiti. Even the employees were dressed in such a way that it seemed like I was in a different time period than Worcester, MA in 2024. But here me and my wife were in January 2024, admiring this gritty but wonderful establishment, because so many of these dives no longer exist. So much were we in awe that we forgot the reason why we walked in--to eat food. Before too long the waitstaff prodded us to put in our order. We each had two hot dogs with the "works," which the Worcesterites(?) call "up", plus cheese. This was undoubtedly one of the best hot dogs I have ever had. Its great taste was due in large part to the hearty and flavorful chili sauce, which really brought the whole thing together. And even though they just slapped a slice of half-melted American cheese on the bun, rather than using a cheese sauce that hot dog joints traditionally have, it was amazing. Together we scarfed down four dogs in no more than 7 minutes. I wish we had gotten more food, such as the homemade baked beans or the "half-sour" pickle. They don't serve fries, but with such a unique set of options, there is really no need for them. A crucial part of what makes this place great is that is 100% a local's joint. The pride for Worcester is absolutely clear. It serves many varieties of Polar Seltzer, which was founded in Worcester. They also have "Wachusett" brand chips, which originated within Worcester County. Moreover, the entire place is a nostalgic celebration of what Worcester once was, and, presumably, what locals hope it will become again: a strong and vibrant industrial town. I do not know enough about Worcester's history or its present state to say anything else on that topic, but I would like to return soon and learn more about this historic city. During moments like these I can't help but wonder how long these kinds of places will be around. The precarious economic state in which we find ourselves is not only a challenge to the average consumer; it's also suffocating the average small business. Rising inflation, demographic shifts, and changes in consumer taste make it far more difficult now than 10 years back for small business like George's to turn a decent profit. Yet I get the sense that the proud Worcester locals will take care of this timeless hot dog spot. It is a treasure worth saving. read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - An iconic sign. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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What can I say? Local legend. If you have never been here, you're missing out. It hasn't been updated probably since the 1940s. Which is absolutely amazing. Hotdogs are wonderful. There's also a cool little bar attached that nobody seems to know about. Grab a hot dog, chocolate milk, or a cold beer and be happy!! read more

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Truly an iconic adventure for a hot dog. Prices are more than reasonable-I went for the hotdog because thats what they're known for but ill assume their other menu items are tasty because the hot dogs were delicious! Street-metered parking in front but its like $1 for 2 hours so you'll have plenty of time. If you have time-go read the walls for all the history of the restaurant. Just a good solid meal. read more

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Food was to die for, and the service is pretty average. It almost felt like I was in an actual diner. So I am very impressed by the atmosphere there. Which is why I always come here for sports tournaments. So awesome. read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - Neon sign for the Coney Island hot dog restaurant. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Old school! Graffiti! Cool place when the urge for a dog bites 2up with a Polar diet orange dry. Mmmm Good read more

I'm a hot dog aficionado. I usually go to Hot Dog Annie's, but I do visit Coney Island when I'm in the area. Pretty basic hot dogs. This place is iconic, for many reasons. Old time atmosphere, very nostalgic. Check it out if you're in the mood for hot dogs. FYI...there's a full bar connected to the restaurant. read more

I get anxious going into clearly iconic diners with a lot of local regulars (my own thing about feeling like an outsider lol), but that quickly went away here. The woman who rang me out was super nice and everyone behind the counter seemed to have a steady flow going, definitely a well-oiled machine! Truly a blast from the past, all the old school booths covered in over 100 years of signatures and little notes from customers was so cool to see. Food? Awesome. Solid hot dog, gorgeous homemade mac and cheese, and prices that gave me a sigh of relief its heartwarming to see this place going strong, well loved, and able to keep more than reasonable prices. Ill be back for sure! read more

I stop in when in area . I ordered 2 dogs the works with mustard, chili, onions... fast and reasonable 5.50 for two dogs. Dogs small ... too small Need regular and large option... Need melted cheese wiz or cheese option... I like cheese dogs with onions, mustard... they only offer a slice American cheese option ? Not melted cheese . Decent for 5.50 Place looks 1940's and hasn't changed since... all original and old cash register still on counter in bar area next to new computer POS system... Add a sausage and onions, pepper option ? Definitely worth a visit for dogs and see old school set up read more

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I googled hole in the wall and this little gem appeared. I really enjoyed listening to the juke box and eating lunch. My husband and I both got the "works" hotdog & chips. The hot dogs were great & I enjoyed the barbecue chips. I felt like the prices were great. We both ate under $12. I would definitely eat here again. read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - Love the old school nostalgia - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

A few days ago my husband was saying he wanted a good coney. We were in Worcester for a cheer competition. We found this place while stopped at a restaurant light on our way home. We decided to stop in. So glad we did. You stand in line like a lunch line order your food and take to your seat. No waiting for a server. The line went very quickly. Talked to a nice local guy in line who said this is a staple in the area. If your ever in the area go in you will not be disappointed read more

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Have not been here in a while but still amazes me the great food, great atmosphere and the people are fantastic! Busy as always but the line moves right along, Love this place read more

My boyfriend loves this place. He got 8 everything hot dogs which has chili, mustard, and onion and I got 4 chili and ketchup (I could not finish all 4 but he finished his 8 + a pickle. He did say the pickle was very salty). The service is great, they kill their lines quickly and will have your food ready in a minute. There's lots of seats if you want to eat inside. Its definitely an older building but a good vibe over all. I would definitely recommend. read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - 8 "up" Hot Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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Wow! This was a random find while on a business trip to the area. Turned out to be one of the best hot dogs I've ever had. Great hot dog joint with really cool retro feel. Definitely worth a visit and I look forward to going back the next time I'm in the area. read more

George's Coney Island Lunch - Hot Dogs Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts