I've always said "let yelpers lead the way" this place has rave reviews and I'm glad I listened. I was pretty miffed last time I went to Portillo and they changed the brand of hot dogs they use. Blasphemy! Everyone knows the best hot dogs are Vienna beef and anyone from Chicago or NYC will attest to that. T Allen's is good, but the buns are blah. A real Chicago dog had a steamed poppyseed bun. This place checked all the boxes and was cheap! I used to go to a place in Michigan City with my dad every time we went to the movies. This place " tastes like my childhood" thank you for the nostalgia. It's nothing fancy, just some sweet ladies working behind the counter. Grab a meal here then go to St Patrick's park for a picnic. They also have burgers, Italian beef, and ice cream, plus soup! I'll be back! read more

Best food always. Best variety AND Best People working there. I've driven past this place for many years. A friend took me there,and been hooked ever since. read more

Fast hot and fres. Window person was extremely patient considering i had to change my order half way thru.

The Big E burger was amazing, and all such great quality. Tired of expensive burnt restaurant burgers? Come here! $32 to feed my family of 3. read more

Got food poisoning for their nasty chili cheese hotdogs. DO NOT EAT HERE they are not doing something right.

The food is great. Super steak with veggies and cheese is to die for. Well really anything you order here is great it's not just hot dogs. Service is fast and affordable staff is awesome. They offer Inside seating with a drive through for those who call in orders. Look for the yellow building with red roof. read more

Customer service is stellar. Everything we have tried is excellent. Made to order. Homemade chili. Chili cheese fries, yum! Chicago dogs. Vienna beef always to go for another meal. Unsweetened tea is brewed there. And the place is spotless! read more

Great place for hot dogs! The Chicago, the new Yorker and the rueben dogs have all been fantastic. Can't wait to try the rest. The French fries are great too. Service is wonderful. Have been several times and if I lived closer I would be there a lot more! read more

I love places like this! A little hole in the wall, hotdog joint, that has a wide selection of everything and it all tastes great.

Love this place! Food is always fresh and correct, the atmosphere is great, and we look forward to returning after each visit.

Very friendly staff and food is worth coming in again. Have drove by this place for years. This is the first time we came.

When I saw this place was 5 stars, I had to stop here. It lives up to the rating! It was hard to decide what to order but everything we tried was delicious. Will definitely return when I'm back in town. read more

Hot-Dogs Plus - My sister and I stopped here on our way home and got burgers and mozzarella sticks. The service was wonderful and the food was fast. - Burgers Near Me - Niles, Michigan

OOPS! I thought I had posted a review after visiting here last April when we were in South Bend to visit relatives from Ukraine here to see their daughter and her family. I had never had an "official" Chicago dog and we were heading back to So Cal in two days, so I found Hot-Dogs Plus on Yelp! (which was easier than finding it on the street, because they don't really have a sign to let you know where they are). The Chicago dogs were great! Vienna beef dogs, mustard, tomatoes, dill pickles, onions and the infamous sport peppers and "Atomic Green" relish . . . all on a poppy seed bun (something you can't find in LA, but can order through Amazon.com at a ridiculous price). The folks here are super-friendly, and it was a shame that the COVID chaos prevented us from eating inside while the dogs were hot. They have a decent menu with other hot dog and hamburger choices, too. If we ever get back to South Bend, I know where I'm coming for a Chicago dog again! read more

Hot-Dogs Plus - It may look a little battered . . . that's because I brought it back to LA from South Bend. It was still very good! - Burgers Near Me - Niles, Michigan

Ate dinner at hot dogs plus today, the pork tenderloin sandwich and fries was a great selection for my wife. I ordered the two Chicago style hot dogs, the dogs were plump and the condiments were just right. I would go back there again. read more

Been out of state for the winter and while I loved where I was at--I missed the dogs at Hot Dogs Plus--the Chicago style is my favorite. Absolutely the best. It's a fun place with a fun atmosphere--especially if Colleen is working. Her personality leaves you laughing and looking forward to your next visit. Have the best fries, too--not too thick, not too skinny. And cooked just right. Soup and chili are great, too! read more

Best hot dogs this side of Chicago. Go in on your B-day and get a free one. Mustard, pickles, and goodness. Have it your way tho!!

Im an Indiana resident so the Michigan covid regulations are bizarre. Despite my annoyance for that, no fault of the business they are just complying... the food was good, well priced, and service was fair. read more

Hot-Dogs Plus - Chicago Doggydog - Burgers Near Me - Niles, Michigan

Topping of the Hot Dog weren't warm/hot. Hot Dog was good. Fries seemed to old. Okay place to be. Probably better the earlier in the day compared to 6pm. Probably will be fresher read more

Hot-Dogs Plus - Chili dog. Chili wasn't that warm. Cheese wasn't warm at all - Burgers Near Me - Niles, Michigan

I do try a variety of foods, and often seek out little out of the way places. This was actually a fun one that provided a bit of my childhood!! Great hot dogs with a variety of toppings. Chicago style is the best, and the hot dogs were amazingly good. A must try, especially the Polish and German style dogs. read more

Fabulous Chicago dogs! Staff is outgoing and the food is good. There's always a crowd there--which speaks volumes about the place. We stop in as often as we can and we're never disappointed. read more

Nice little family run restaurant. Great for lunch. The workers and what I would imagine are owners were all SO friendly. They let our son pick out his ice cream at the end and gave it to him on the house. Will be back! read more

Great Hot Dogs and good pricing I was disappointed when they asked me "If I wanted to leave a tip" I HATE when I am asked that ! Tipping should be for service after not when I just ordered YES I was guilted into tipping prior to receiving my food I would have left a larger tip after I received my food as a note to the owner and counter workers read more

Great local place! It was nice being able to see you're good being prepared. Service was quick and friendly. They had a great tasting hot dog! read more

Great food and service. Very good value. Never disappoints all of the staff hustle non stop

Delicious dogs and even better service! We're visiting from Phoenix and found Hot Dogs Plus on Yelp. As Michigan natives we take our hot dogs seriously, and this place exceeded our expectations. We tried the chili cheese, Chicago, and plain dogs and everyone was super happy. The service and vibe of the place really sets it apart. These folks were all about making us happy customers and made for a yelp-worthy experience. Go to Hot Dogs Plus! read more

For what this location is, it has some great food. It's simply a drive though, but the food is fantastic and it's constant. They have specials that they advertise throughout the week and will remember you if you visit multiple times. You can even call in orders ahead of time. For those who like to take home food or bring it to a park, this location is perfect. The variety on the menu is great as well. read more

This place is fantastic and has drive through. They have the best hot dogs around and their prices are great. AWESOME service.

Great little spot to get awesome hotdogs or amazing, olive burgers... one of my favorite places in Niles Michigan

Slow service, teeny tiny hot dogs, put dressing on when I asked them not to, but my daughter loved her corn dog.

The Westsider sandwich is the best! Also, let me know if you can find better crinkle-cut fries. Just a great place!

This place is just down the street from my house. I really enjoy the food and the price is unbeatable. We also took my dad on his birthday last year, and he got a free dog. It is a little shop, but worth the stop. Plus, they have a nice drive-up window as well! read more

Everything I've had there has been terrific. There burgers are as good as the burgers we'd get at the Bonnie Doone's back in the day. I highly recommend. read more

Great place for lunch or dinner. Hot dogs are amazing. We also love their onion petals and fries.

Good food, extremely nice employees, this place has it all! 10/10 would eat here again.

Being raised in Chicago the Chicago corner hot dog & Italian beef joints are what I miss. First let me tell you what make a great dog great in Chicago... it is the combinations of toppings, bun and hot dog. The hot MUST be a Kosher style all beef hot dog, and not the 1/4 jumbo but just a regular size as too much meat will not balance the with the topping The dog should be preferably Vienna Beef hot dog. The bun is S. Rosen poppy seed bun and it is key and accept no substitutions or it it is NOT a Chicago dog. The toppings: Yellow mustard, diced onion, slices of fresh tomato, Vienna Beef bright green pickle relish, kosher pickle spear, a shake of Celery Salt and Sport peppers (a type of hot pepper I have only seeing on thins from Chicago.) And sorry but no ketchup is a rule in Chicago (but you can ask for it if you want but just duck when doing it or tell them it is for the fries. lol! When I found Hot Dogs Plus I was overjoyed to find a place that can truly be a place worthy of honors from the windy city. You could pick their beautiful yellow and red building and place it anywhere in Chi-Town and it will do very well. Everything is perfect. They used ALL the correct ingredients. Not ever a complaint and the staff is great. I feel totally at home here. The Italian Beef is good too. That is why I drive once a week from the South side of South Bend to get this taste of home. Stay away from other impostors.... I have been to many of the King Gyros around South Bend. While the gyro are good. They are hit and miss.... each one is run separate and does not have the same ingredients. for instance I ordered a Chicago dog and it had an Oscar Mayer type pork hot dog... yuck! Tossed in the trash! Or no poppy seed bun or too sweet of relish or pepperonchinni peppers. If there dogs would be laughed out of Chicago if they served that there. Same thing at the Root beer place on Logan in Mishawaka... they have a Vienna Beef sign on the building but they gave a Gordon Food Service (GFS) hot dog when I ordered a Chicago dog. I complained and said they should have that sign up if they don't serve it. I was told they only used the Vienna Beef for their Jumbo 1/4 lb dogs. What a shame and disgrace to Chicagoans and their beloved hot dog. All most all places that offer Chicago style hot dogs beware most do not have the right dog or bun or toppings and will never pass for a true "Chicago Style Hot Dog!" NOT EVEN CLOSE! So don't wast a minute when you have the taste for the best dog in the state (That I know of) drive over to Hot Dogs Plus jut over the border in Niles, MI for a true taste of Chicago!!! Thank you HOT DOGS PLUS for doing what you do well!!!!!!!! read more

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Cross my heart...I had not eaten a hot dog in almost 20 years. I am a carnivore, just found hot dogs to be gross so chose to avoid them. My new boss took me to Hot Dogs Plus. He is a huge "chicago dog" fan and kept telling me how great their hot dogs were, etc. etc. I didn't have the courage to tell him I didn't want one and was trying to keep in his good graces when he ordered for both of us. I was skeptical but OMG....the chicago dog was SOOOO incredibly good I can't wait to go back. Just thinking about it makes my mouth water. Cheap too! Like, $2 or $3. I have driven past this place 100 times but won't be driving by without stopping any longer. Yum! Typical cool dive-type small mom-n-pop restaurant with great food and nice staff. read more

Excellent food, amazing service, fast fast food delivery. Very clean and cute place. Greeted right away even though she place was hopping. Will be back and often. read more

Chicago dogs are true to the original. Served hot with no skimping on the fixings. Service was quick and courteous. Chili soup homemade with lots off beef and tasty. Bathroom is modest and clean. I learned this restaurant has been around for 25 years. read more

Coleen runs one of the friendliest hidden treasures on our area. If you've been there more than twice she knows your name. The food is always perfect, and served with a smile and/or a wisecrack. My 80 year old Mothers favorite place to eat. Try it if you haven't. You won't be disappointed. read more

Was walking around Notre Dame and wanted to get across the state line to Michigan. Small building on the right, start looking out when you see the Dairy Queen. The food was really good. The staff were so nice. Very helpful and personable; from the time we walked into to leaving 25 minutes later we enjoyed our experience. If ever in the South Bend area I would highly recommend popping in for a bite. Only 7 miles from campus. read more