Hot Rod Dog

Not an ordinary hot dog stand. This is a sit down with full…read morepub. Fun atmosphere with games and felt very relaxed. The service was good with solid recommendations. We tried several of the dogs and nothing disappointed. Would recommend getting a few and trying some different options. The bun holds up to the toppings which seems rare anymore. All the ingredients seemed like great quality.

This place had been on my list to try for awhile and I had a craving for hot dogs 4th of July…read moreweekend so it was a great time to try it. You seat yourself and there is ample seating depending on if you want to watch a TV or people watch along 6th. I kept it basic with the Red Hot dog and then tried something new with the Hound dog. I didn't have any sides. They were both good dogs. For me it was a little too much peanut butter on the hound dog. I don't drink beer but they have a large selection if that is your thing.

All the tap handles on the ceiling pretty fun to look at

The Green Machine & Kommisar with a side of Mac n Cheese

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Filthy nachos--veganized (baked beans instead of beef chili, no cheese sauce, vegan coleslaw)

Seoul Hotdog

4.4(160 reviews)

7.8 mi

Absolutely the Best Hot Dog I've Ever Had!…read more I have to say, these were hands-down the best hot dogs I've ever tried in my entire life! I've had hot dogs in New York, Germany, and plenty of other places, but these were absolutely terrific. The prices are reasonable, the store was clean and welcoming, and the employees were fantastic. Everyone had a smile on their face, and they were so friendly they actually made me laugh. You can tell they really care about making your experience a good one. They also have a great variety to choose from. I honestly feel like you made my day! The next time I'm out and about, I'll definitely be heading back for another one of those fabulous hot dogs. And by the way, the parking is great, which is always a bonus! If you want to try something fantastic, give this place a try. This is not your normal hot dog -- it's something special! So, from this Yelp reviewer: five stars all the way! I hope you get lots and lots of people coming through your doors, because you've definitely earned it.

Very small place with long tables along the windows if you wanted to dine in. However, there isn't…read moremuch space inside. Service was typical. This is the first time I've had a Korean Hotdog so I didn't know what to expect. I was asked if I wanted it topped with Sugar. There's also an option for Crumbled Spicy Hot Cheetos. No, thank you to both! The sauce on the fried cakes were delicious. That already filled me up to where I can barely finish my potato Dog. The hot dog inside the potato dog was good! My husband enjoyed his spicy hot dog. I do want to go back and try their cheese dogs. Overall, it's worth a try!

Potato Dog

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Big Dawgs Hot Dogs

5.0(12 reviews)

4.7 mi

We visited Big Dawgs at the West Seattle SummerFest - the food was great and the staff are a class…read moreact. I'm always humbled by the people who seem to have a natural gift for connecting with others, and the man at the grill that day showed my son an incredible act of kindness that I want to share. My son was having a rough day, so he sat down on the curb to cool off while we waited for our hot dog. The man at the grill noticed and asked for his help. My son immediately jumped up, handed me his bag, and told me he needed to help with the stand. And just like that, his whole mood changed - he had a purpose, he got to be part of something. With that one simple act of kindness, this man completely turned my son's day around and gave me a new parenting lesson in the process. In that moment, my kid didn't need a pep talk; he needed a chance to contribute and feel needed. This man saw that and chose to engage and I am so grateful he did. To the man at the Big Dawgs stand: thank you for noticing and engaging with my kid, your generosity, and for being an active part of our community. Your small act made a big difference, and we won't forget it.

The staff was really friendly and patient. The food came out hot, fresh, and flavorful. I love that…read morethey serve large groups and donate their time to the community. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for great service and a good hot dog

Tell em Big Dawg sent ya!

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The cart and place where the magic happens!

Pints Dog House

4.5(71 reviews)

23.0 mi

Wasn't super impressed. First, it's basically a food truck with a bar attached. Don't expect fancy…read moredining here. Oh and they have utensil dispensers if you need them. They do have an amazingly wide selection of dogs to choose from, and you can customize as well. Sides are extra. The fries were decent and the chili is pretty good. My wife's bun was very hard to being almost inedible, and mine was dry and tasted a little stale. The dogs themselves were OK, but nothing exceptional. Just not super impressed. Tried it once at least.

Yummy dogs, friendly fast service and clean environment! Will definitely come back again. We got…read morethe Bob dog and the Lucy dog, both no bacon and both delish!

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My favorite Lost Coast Tangerine!

Sizzle Dogs

4.8(84 reviews)

20.8 mi

Quick service and friendly. Located just outside of Lowe's. But you don't need a reason to pickup…read moresomething at the hardware store to stop by Sizzle Dogs. Always good for a quick, quality hot dog with grilled onions and condiments.

Some of my best life choices have been made in a Lowe's parking lot. Having lunch at Sizzles was…read moreone of them- I don't really want to get into the other ones. Sizzle Dogs is a small booth outside the store, and Andre, the guy who is running it is the kind of friendly, enthusiastic human who makes you feel like your lunch should be a special journey. Just a super friendly dude. I got a Seattle dog and, on his recommendation, a Polish dog - which I also topped with BBQ sauce on his recommendation.That Polish dog absolutely ruled. Smoky, messy, and way more delicious than a hardware-adjacent hot dog has any right to be. Good prices, great vibes, and genuinely excellent dogs. If you come for home improvement supplies then eat here and leave with improved happiness. It tastes better than a self help book

Snappy Frankfurter w/ all the fixings

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Menu as of 4/16/23

Myungrang Korean Hotdog

4.0(43 reviews)

17.1 mi

I ordered the Golden Classic Wings, and they were absolutely fabulous. The wings were perfectly…read morecrispy on the outside and tender on the inside, coated in a flavorful, zesty sauce. I previously enjoyed them on Tuesday night with my aunt and cousin. The irresistible taste and satisfying texture made it impossible to resist reordering and savoring them once more.

You can order at the counter or at a machine. They only have regular potato corn dogs, not sweet…read morepotato corn dogs. Also they allow you to get 2 sauces, but they come in small containers. I wish they had a self-serve area where you could put the sauce on the corn dog itself, or when you order the sauces, they put them on the corn dogs directly. We got one half & half cheese & sausage potato corn dog, and one half and half of the hot Cheeto. Both of them were good. I liked the hot Cheeto one better though, with the spicy mayo sauce. Service was quick- we got our order within a few minutes.

Interior

Flaming Hot Cheetos w/ half and half

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Wienerschnitzel

3.2(73 reviews)

3.6 mi

Only have been here twice. Once they were out of the pastrami on brioche which was 10/10. Hotdog…read morewith kraut was decent. Both the chicago and junkyard were great! Their pastrami was better than their hotdogs! lemonade was pure sugar water. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGai5wZIYjs&t=902s

We have seen their signage over the years- but this time we saw it from the highway and had to pull…read moreover to check them out. Who can resist a good wienerscnitzel and let's face it- if that's the name of your establishment, you've gotta know what you're doing. I wouldn't say that the service was particularly "fast", but the drive thru was packed and the young workers that so could see were all working quickly and really professional and friendly. We ordered a double kraut & mustard meal- which was as it should be, fries were ok, but it was the Polish sandwich that was reminiscent of childhood kolbassy sandwiches in Pittsburgh. The flavorful slightly spicy sausage had very little fat, it was sliced in half, served on thick slices of soft rye seeded bread, with a thin layer of mustard, slice of cheese and a crisp dill pickle. It was heavenly- I'm sorry that I didn't snap a photo. I just read online that they are known for the shakes- which no doubt we would've also enjoyed. I'll be on the lookout for Wienerschnitzel in my future travels.

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Dawg Eat Dogs

4.2(22 reviews)

1.1 mi

The Dawg Eat Dog food truck is an absolute must-try!…read more When I review hot dogs around the country, I'm always searching for vendors who understand the true art of serving a great hot dog. For me, the gold standard is simple: a hot dog that reminds me of that first grilled dog at a family BBQ--perfect char, served hot, and not buried under a mountain of toppings. One thing I'll never understand is boiled hot dogs. Boiling strips away flavor. If you're a hot dog vendor, take notes from Dawg Eat Dog and step up your game. What impressed me? They grilled the hot dog. They toasted the bun. The dog was hot and flavorful. I suspect they may steam the hot dogs before grilling, which is actually a smart move for food trucks because it reduces wait times while still serving a hot product. Whatever they're doing, it works. I found Dawg Eat Dog at Sumner Rhubarb Days, and after one bite, they jumped straight to #2 on my Best Hot Dog List. Now, for full disclosure, the #1 spot is still held by Smokey Joe's Hot Dogs LLC in Peoria, Arizona. I can say that confidently because I owned that stylish shipping container restaurant myself! And before anyone asks, my personal favorite hot dog of all time is still the 7-Eleven Spicy Bite eaten completely naked--no condiments. Sometimes simplicity wins. If you're still searching for your go-to hot dog, use Dawg Eat Dog as your benchmark for what a quality hot dog experience should be. Great flavor, great execution, and a great example of how hot dogs are supposed to be served. Nick's Hot Dog Rating: Char: 9/10 Bun: 9/10 Flavor: 9/10 Overall Experience: 9/10 Bottom Line: You won't be disappointed. #DawgEatDog #HotDogReview #SumnerRhubarbDays #GrilledNotBoiled #HotDogLife #FoodTruckFinds #NicksHotDogReviews

Was just driving by Canyon Rd in Puyallup and this food truck was outside McLendon hardware and I…read morethought today seems like a great day for a hot dog. I went with a Seattle dog because I love cream cheese and it was great! The only thing that could have made it better would be if they had some sliced tomatoes you could add on... well I also think it would be great with a little chili but I prefer chili with beans and their chili is an all meat chili so I didn't go that route. They also had a variety of sauces out for you to customize your hot dog as well as jalepeno slices but it was difficult to open the containers for jalepenos and relish, ect. Over all though, it's a solid hot dog food truck and I would come back for another Seattle dog!

Condiments

American Dog.

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Chicago's Pizza Kitchen

3.8(93 reviews)

5.2 mi

We ordered 2 pizzas, yes it was expensive, but for the amount of food, quality and leftovers it was…read moreWELL worth it. We tried both a deep dish and a quad. They both were great, but the quad style was our favorite and will be ordered again. The staff was extremely polite and helpful for us newbies. Everyone should try them.

The deep dish Pizza was really good. Almost like Chicago's. The sauce was just a little runny but…read morestill very enjoyable. We had 4 adults that really enjoyed it. We will be back. The pizza weighed about 8 pounds with 4 toppings, sausage, green peppers, onions and sliced mushrooms! We will be back again! Great job!

The bar at Chicago's. No booze, but they have 2 TV's going

Italian beef.. juicy & delicious

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Deep dish you can eat with your hand or cut with your fork

Shake Shake Shake

3.3(697 reviews)

1.4 mi

Amazing old fashioned fresh smash burger. The staff was get at interacting with our group. Food…read morecame out hot, fresh and hot on a late Sunday afternoon. Definitely a memorable experience that we stumbled upon the day after my sister's wedding. I love the style, simple but stylish, what I would expect from a real soda fountain experience. Thank you to the staff for a great experience

I returned after a 45-year absence and my best girl and I have undertaken a search for the best…read moreburger in Tacoma. I of course went to Frisko Freeze, the burger bar of my childhood. Shake Shake Shake was the fifth local burger bar we tried thus far and it is hands down the best so far. I ordered a double cheeseburger, she-who-must-be-obeyed a cheeseburger. The patties were nicely prepared and cooked, and, most important protruded beyond the bun. Oh, the malts. My best girl ordered a chocolate malt. The lovely staff gladly and with no fuss navigated my adding chocolate and malt to their coconut and banana shake. We both vowed to return just for the malts so delicious were they. French fries were nicely prepared although I expected a bit larger portion for a basket. Next visit we'll order regular fries just to experience portion size. Ambiance? Shake Shake Shake is a 50's style diner with a Jetson's twist. Yep, until we discover better, Shake Shake Shake will be our go-to burger and shake destination.

Loaded with Mushrooms!!

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Cute vibe inside

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Carrie M.

14 years ago

Red Hot is WAAAYYYY better, and is open more.

Dmitriy Z.

14 years ago

Great hot dogs! Love this place!!

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