Came here late in the evening. Parking wasn't that great ended up getting a ticket, but the food was awesome and well worth it LoL. My family and I we ordered Japanese Style Curry with Rice, Japanese Style Curry with Rice Karaage Chicken and Cheese, Spicy Cheese Terimayo, and Kurobuto Okonomi. Everything was delicious and fresh. The hotdogs had the most perfect snap to it. If you are ever near by do come by and give them a try. The workers all work so hard they take care of the place. They were cleaning up when we got there. There was no line when we were there but the food did come out fast. read more

Japadog - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Walked over here since we were staying in a hotel nearby and heard it was a Canadian classic. They have some indoor seating and also some tables outside. Overall thought it was ok but it seems like it would be a good late night spot since it's open until 3 or 4am Kurobuta terimayo: 3/5 this was ok I think I just don't love sweet hot dogs so might just be a personal preference thing. The bread was nice and toasted though which I liked read more

Japadog - Kurobuta Terimayo Hot Dog - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

We visited Japadog before sports game and wanted to grab hotdog. We hadn't visited here quite a while... So, we wanted to try Vancouver's iconic food again. What we got: Teriyaki Egg mayo dog, Chicken Japamiso burger and shaked fries(shoyu butter). I did not have chicken japamiso burger, I was told it was just ok. My Teriyaki egg mayo dog had tamago sandwich filling(egg and mayo) on the top of sausage. Idea was unique. Bun was dry, and I remember bun had a good balance of sweetness, but, I could not find the flavor this time. Sausage was just ok. Shaked fries was too salty, I could not eat more than a few pieces. I never had such a salty fries before. And it took more than 20 - 25 minutes to serve our food(it was not really busy) and my first choice was out of stock, and I overheard other customers had the same issue for out of stock. I felt it was not really organized. Food was just average except salty fries, I really wish they improve their service and inventory management. read more

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For 3am, this hotdog tasted great. Was worried that it was just hype, but definitely tasted great. The workers were nice, and took less than 10 minutes for our order. read more

Japadog - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I had an overnight layover in Vancouver, and this is the place I chose to go for my only meal in the city; that's how good it is. I first tried Japadog years ago, and it made a lasting impression for the most unique hot dog offerings. Everything on the menu deserves its own individual shoutout: the drinks, the hot dogs, the poutine, the dessert ice cream, everything is simply worth a visit! Even late at night, there was always someone in line. This time around, I visited a bit late at night, which was a new experience. My only two complaints and reasons for the one star short is that we were left to dine in the cold since the indoor dining closed after 10pm, and many of the fan favorite menu items were completely sold out. I would suggest for the owners to invest in an outdoor heater to keep customers warm in the wintertime if it's not possible to extend dining hours indoors past 10pm. And given the demand for some of the menu items, it might be prudent to maintain supplies to keep up with the demand. I'm sure I'm not the only person who returns hoping to taste something, and it would be disappointing to leave without a chance, especially as we travel from other countries. Overall, Japadog is just as great as I remembered. Although I didn't get a chance to order the items I wanted, I had fun exploring new menu varieties. Definitely looking forward to next time.... read more

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Review # 6 for 2026 3.5 stars Went here late on night after our evening bus tour in Vancouver. Later at night, the indoor seating is closed and there is only outdoor seating. I wanted to try this place as it looked unique and there are many interesting flavors and toppings for the hot dogs. Know there there are other locations around town as well but there are more like hot dog stands, but will be less busy as you cannot sit inside at night anyways. We were able to get a seat though as someone was leaving and we went to grab it, but there is only like 2 or 3 tables. At night you also order from the window outside only and it is only to-go orders and you order from the kiosk. There is very little human interaction. The only interaction is if you have an issue or picking up your food when they call you. My husband and I ordered a couple different hotdogs and an order of poutine to share with our 1 year old. For hotdogs, there are definitely on the pricey side. For the life of me, I can't seem to remember what flavors we ordered. I remember it tasting pretty good... but not like wow, I must eat this. I also remember the hot dogs being pretty small in size... so if you are coming here starving late night, this place will not fill you up at all. If you are looking for a late night snack, this might hit the spot. I left still feeling hungry but in no way did I want to pay another $10 for a hot dog. I do think this place is over hyped for what you get. My husband seemed to really like it though. Would I come back? I would not go out of my way to find a JapaDog. I originally thought it was special only to Canada, but I have seen them at different food event here in SoCal, so they are not as hard to find as you would think. I would go if I was near one for a late night snack, but not for a full fill-me-up meal. If you are in Vancouver, try it because it is unique but it is not worth going out of your way for. read more

Overall: B // 4 stars Extremely interesting offering of fast food that is much better in every aspect compared to America. Would definitely be happy to have this as an option at the airport. (Yakisoba Dog: A) - Intriguing Japanese take on a hot dog that beautifully blends western and eastern street food together. (Pink Lemonade: C) - Very mid lemonade with not much to say; a bit highly priced for the slightly artifical nature of the drink. Food: +1 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: E Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats read more

Japadog - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I came here at 230am today and this lady helped me make 3 orders of hotdog and each one was amazing. First one was the chicken cheese kastu dog, next is chicken karage dog with saffron, and the wagyu dog. Brought it back to the hotel Azur hotel to share with my wife and think it is decent and enjoyed the wagyu dog with mayo and seaweed topping. read more

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Stopped for a snack while on the way to a Stanley park from the Capilano park. Heard this was unique to Vancouver and they have multiple locations, so figured we'd try it out. We split number 13 and my son had a number 7, which we all enjoyed. We also had the shaken fries, a match milkshake, and a yuzu coconut lemonade(my favorite. Certainly not fine dining, but I gotta give them 5 stars for creativity alone. read more

Japadog - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

It's been 9 years since my last visit, and maybe my taste buds have matured or the quality has changed but it's not as good as I remembered! Got the spicy cheese terimayo dog. The dog was skinny with pieces of cheese inside and with an American level spicy. The caramelized onions, seaweed and BBQ sauce make it quite sweet. The bun felt stale; wasn't toasted or warm. The age ice cream was okay. Crispy and sweet but not fresh either. They also ran out of matcha and black sesame ice cream on a weekday evening :( read more

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Kurabuta Terimayo - Kurabuta pork sausage, teriyaki sauce, kewpie mayo, fried onions and seaweed. It was very good! read more

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Japadog is a fun stop if you are in the mood for something quick and different. The combination of Japanese flavors on a hot dog is unique and definitely stands out from the usual options. The dog itself was filling, with soft bread and generous toppings. The sauces and seaweed added an interesting mix of savory and slightly sweet flavors, making each bite more exciting than a regular hot dog. It is a bit messy, but that is part of the experience. Service was fast and efficient, perfect for a casual bite while exploring downtown. Overall, it is a good spot for a quick, satisfying snack when you want something playful and a little out of the ordinary. read more

Japadog - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

5/5! Finally tried this place after countless recommendations from friends. I'm not from Vancouver so I was super excited to try this. It definitely lived up to the hype! I tried the signature kurobuta terimayo hotdog and it was perfect. The meat in the hotdog has the perfect bite to it and all the toppings just worked perfectly together. They have so many other variations of the hotdogs.. there is something for everyone! I would definitely come back next time I'm in the city to try the other varieties. They also have shake fries, poutine, desserts, and drinks too! read more

Japadog - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

You just order on the system, it doesn't allow you to order drinks. They didn't seem super welcoming and the food was 1-2/5. We ordered the #4 meat lovers + yakiniku. The yakiniku was way too saucey and it had too much rice and bread to meat ratio (but maybe to cut the flavor the sauce - it wasn't too good anyway). I like that they had a sink to wash your hands after. read more

Japadog - #4 meat lovers + yakiniku + meat/cheese fries. - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Place was a little small but has a big table in the middle that fits all of us! We got some stuff to share and try. We ordered the kurobuta terimayo, spicy cheese terimayo, wagyu terimayo, japamiso blt, garlic fries and a poutine. All the hot dogs were nice but my favorite two were the kurobuta terimayo and japamiso blt! When I tasted japamiso blt I think it was better than I expected and I really enjoyed it! We all liked the garlic shakes fries. I think the poutine was ok but not sure if I will order again. read more

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On my first visit to Vancouver, I googled must eat foods and Japadog was listed. So I came to this legendary institution. It was a casual eatery with very little seating. We ordered on a computer screen and the food came out quickly. I enjoyed my mashed potato croquette hot dog, but my family thought their chili was too sweet and the beef was under seasoned. The lemonade was solid and the garlic fries were good (but not very garlicky). It was definitely worth a try and I would recommend anyone coming to Canada (although it's in the states too) give Japadog a try too. read more

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Went on the recommendation of a co worker in the states. Check out their menu online before you go if possible. There are so many options. It is a small restaurant with just a few tables. Hot dog was good. The butter and soy sauce fries were something I had never had before and were ok but probably something I wouldn't get again. read more

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We heard about this place and decided to try it. I think the concept was amazing but it didn't reach our expectations. It is very Instagram worthy, but I don't think it hit as much as we wanted to. The bread didn't taste soft or toasted, it kind of just tasted stale. We weren't of a fan of the yakiniku one but liked the wagyu one. The store itself was a little rundown, but I loved the vibe it had. It was a little pricey but this would be way more expensive in the US. The service was pretty good. I would come here again just to try something else, maybe the one we go just weren't the right ones. read more

Japadog - Yakiniku - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I first had japadog when I came to visit Vancouver 8 years ago and remembered how enjoyable it was. During this visit, I came here twice! I had the Spicy Cheese Terimayo both times and also got to try a bite of the Kurobuta Okonomi. Yummy! The spicy cheese terimayo one was bursting with juices and cheese at every bite, and I'll be thinking about it for a long time. Definitely will be back next time! read more

I wish I had better things to say about Japadog considering the hype around it, but I truly don't understand how people think this is iconic at this point in time after experiencing it for myself. The restaurant itself is small with seating indoors/outdoors, easy to read menus, and the portions are on the smaller side and overpriced for what it is. The service was quick. Though the staff didn't really talk much or engage with customers at all, which wasn't a concern for me as long as the order was correct and done in a timely manner. I tried the top 2 suggested special hotdogs since I was sharing with another person as a mid-day snack. Both the okonomi and kurobuta terimayo were very underwhelming both in flavor and texture of the meat itself. The bread, sauces, and toppings were fine, but if the meat isn't good then nothing can save it. It was heavy on the mayo so if that's a concern for you then ask for less! Perhaps the expansion over the years resulted in diminished quality because I'm sure at one point this was truly an experience to be had or maybe some of the other locations are better. I wouldn't go out of my way to come back, but if I ever found myself at a Japadog again then I'd try one of their beef hotdogs instead. read more

Japadog - Kurobuta Terimayo and Okonomi - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Gotta love places open at 1am and beyond. Was starving so a friend and I picked up some dogs and lemonade. Yuzu lemonade was fantastic and we both preferred the wagyu hot dog we got compared to the other (believe it was the number 4). Check it out! read more

Japadog - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Japadog is a Japanese fusion hot dog spot. I saw it mentioned by multiple people when I was doing research for my Vancouver day trip, and after going myself, I fully understand why. I ordered the wagyu terimayo dog and it had a wagyu beef hot dog, fried onions, teriyaki sauce, Japanese mayo, and seaweed. This hot dog was DELICIOUS!! The meat quality of the hot dog itself was really good and the combination of flavors from the toppings were great as well. My husband and I both thought this may be the best hot dog we've ever had. Overall, 10/10 would recommend this. The store itself is pretty small, but there is some seating indoors and outdoors. There isn't much service here as you just order at the counter and wait for your number to be called, but the employee taking our order was friendly. This location is located in downtown so parking can be a bit of a hassle, but we were able to find a paid parking lot nearby. read more

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congrats to japadog on their 20th anniversary! they kicked off a generous three day giveaway to celebrate this iconic hotdog brand that started as a humble food cart and skyrocketed to fame during the vancouver 2010 winter olympics. back then, it wasn't unusual to see hour long lineups of over 100 people at their original food cart on the corner of burrard and smithe. today, with at least eight locations and two decades under their belt, they're still going strong. i swung by their downtown flagship store on friday around 5:15 pm. the line was no joke, it snaked around inside, and the wait for a free japadog was about half an hour. the line moved fairly quickly with staff making sure we didn't block the sidewalk. bypassers were curious to see what this line up was about and where the end of the line was. vibes were upbeat, with people chatting, snapping photos, and patiently anticipating their turn. for the giveaway, they were offering three classic options: kurobuta terimayo okonomi beef bacon cheese i went with the beef bacon cheese, an all beef dog topped with torched cheese, crumbled bacon bits, and a drizzle of japanese mayo. the bun was lightly toasted from the blow torch and that first bite delivered salty, melty, smoky, savoury goodness. totally worth the wait. aside from hotdogs, the menu's expanded over the years. now you'll find interesting flavours of milkshakes like black sesame and matcha, there's takoyaki, omatcha parfait, matcha tiramisu, poutine, shaked fries, vegan dogs, chicken burgers, and even age ice, a scoop (or two) of ice cream in between a hot dog bun. japadog has been featured in macleans magazine, the vancouver sun, the province and even on anthony bourdain's no reservations. happy 20th! read more

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An interesting experience! Japadog came recommended as something unique that's "from" Vancouver. This trailer was busy. We got lucky and walked up shortly before they started turning away customers for the night. Which didn't reflect their hours. So I'm assuming they were low on ingredients or something? The service was friendly and recommended a few things that were good! I got the Takoyaki, which was unique but yummy. Looked like it was frozen and they just threw them in a microwave. Then I got the Oroshi which was also good. This had a really unique flavor and with the shredded radish on top had several complementing flavors. Unique is the word I'd use to describe this experience. It was somewhat quick, about 5-10 minutes from ordering to food in hand. Standing on the sidewalk I felt like I was in the way a few times. So there really isn't an ambiance. There are a few places to sit on walls and such, but no chairs. So come prepared to walk and eat. But again, unique food and decent service. read more

Japadog - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This is a small restaurant in the line of restaurants on Robson. It was the perfect late night stop for me after attending a concert nearby. I always love trying something new, and it seems like the theme here is everything goes in a bun. I ordered the chicken Katsu dog. It was just okay. It was a piece of chicken in a bun but the chicken was pretty dried out. read more

3.5 stars. We came here for dinner our first night in Vancouver because it was recommended by so many. If you're into hot dogs, this is definitely the place for you. They have a huge selection with many unique combinations. We ended up with chicken karaage which came with lettuce, a miso sauce, and chili threads. The chicken karaage was good. But it didn't work well in a bun and lettuce for me. It just felt like two separate items put together. Maybe it needed more sauce? My husband ordered the kurobuta terimayo which came with a kurobuta sausage, fried onions, teriyaki sauce, Japanese mayo and seaweed. This one was really good. I felt like it worked well in the hot dog bun. The sauce worked well with the sausage. I would definitely get this again. The store itself was a little grimy. Floors were a little sticky. More of a late night spot. Maybe after a night out. read more

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The OG of the OG's and a checklist item on your trip to downtown. I think everyone should try a japadog whether you're a fan of hot dogs or not. This place has ultra quick service regardless of the length of the lineup. There are multiple sausages to try from including 3 different pork, 2 beef and veggie. I treat myself to the wagyu each and every time even though this wasn't apart of their original options way back when. My favourite is the terimayo which is topped with seaweed and I make sure to get extra on the seaweed for the crunchy, yet messy, effect. I'm not the hugest fan of takoyaki but the wasabi mayo ones are quite good. I'm due to try the spicy cheese sausage next and looking forward to it too! read more

Hot diggity dog, it's been a while since I had a Japadog but it's still the top dog for me. It's no wonder that they're celebrating their 20th(!) anniversary now. As an extremely generous way of showing their appreciation, they're giving away free hot dogs from May 1-3. You get the choice of a Korubata Terimayo, Okonomi, or Beef Bacon Cheese. Of course, I went with their classic Korubata Terimayo and it was as delicious as I remember. The Korubata pork sausage was so juicy and had some snap to it from the grill; it perfectly complemented the soft texture of the hot dog bun. With the fried onions, teriyaki sauce, Japanese mayo, and seaweed, it was the perfect combination of sweet and savoury. I got there right at 5pm and only waited 30 minutes despite the lineup already spilling onto the patio and sidewalk. Japadog's small but mighty team was so well-organized and efficient: there were 3 staff manning the kitchen, 2 taking orders at the register, and 1-2 managing the line. There was even a staff member dressed as a hot dog which I found so endearing and funny. Congrats, Japadog, on an incredible 20 years in Vancouver and thank you again for the delicious hot dog. You are a staple in our city. Here's to another 20+! read more

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During our visit to Vancouver, we saw many Japadog locations. This is a very interesting fusion concept that is worth a try. The flavors can be interesting. I didn't love them, but I think it's a good spot for when you have a random late night craving! read more

Japadog - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

A great spot on Robson St for a quick bite. As we were nearing the end of our time in Vancouver, I had to stop by this lively place to find out what the hype was all about. Indeed, it was well worth the wait! I had the traditional Kurobuta Terimayo and the Shichimi and Garlic Fries. They were absolutely delicious! We'll definitely be back! read more

Japadog - Kurobuta Terimayo Hot dog... - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

These japadogs are deliciousness. Had a couple late night then again the next day. Place is tiny but has indoor and outdoor seating. Service fast and friendly. Must try in Vancity. read more

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This place is more hype. It's a novelty place for tourists... yes in my opinion, it's a tourist trap. The place is small, so we ordered our japadog to go. Got the wagyu beef teramayo. It was just okay. I tried it once, and I'm not itching to go back, but they do have a good amount of variety. read more

Decent hot dogs and a fun, unique dining concept in Vancouver. The hot dogs are tasty enough, but I wouldn't say they're "must-try" if you're only in town for a day. It is nice that they offer non-meat and seafood options if you're looking for something beyond the typical beef/pork hot dog blend. The takoyaki was also tasty, although there wasn't enough octopus or sauce in the dish. read more

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Stopped by here for brunch and it was good. Very versatile menu and unique choices for hot dogs and Japanese street food! Very small establishment with very limited seating inside and outside. You can either order at the kiosk or with the cashier. I'd say the portions are on the smaller side but prices are decent. Got pretty crowded as it turned into lunchtime. What we ordered: -Wagyu Menchi Katsu: Okay but served oddly. It was like a huge menchi meatball in a hotdog bun so you didn't get menchi with every bite. It was also pretty heavy on the mayo which I wasn't a huge fan of. Menchi was okay. 3/5 -Japanese Curry Poutine: This was really good! Fries were amazing with the curry. Curry was flavorful but def tasted like the packaged curry. 4/5 -Aonori Fries: These were basically furikake fries and they were actually really good. Seasoning complimented the fries well. 4/5 -Chicken Karage: This was very disappointing just because I've had better before. The breading was very plain and not flavorful, just tasted fried. Smelled a little fishy too which I wasn't a fan of. 2/5 Overall, this place looked cooler than it actually was. I wasn't super impressed with the food nor the portions. I'm not from this area so if I came back to downtown Vancouver, I'd probably try something else instead. read more

Japadog - Yakiniku Rice, Wagyu Menchi Katsu, Cilantro - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Really disappointing, didn't live up to the hype. Pricey for what you get, but also just really not good. The buns were dry, the dog had a snap on the outside which was nice but it was dry on the inside, and the yakisoba tasted like corner store top ramen. I didn't finish it. I don't get the appeal of this place. I love Japanese food, I love hot dogs, but the execution missed the mark hardcore. read more

Japadog - Yakisoba dog - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Meh... I wanted to love... but it was exactly what it says it is. Street food at high prices because it's so trendy. The hot dogs are not the point of the meal, but the original and unique toppings. But when they're that busy, they sort of let go of quality, and it was all just average food. Glad I tried it but I don't need to try it again. read more

This was a bucket list place for us when traveling to Voncouver. Overall, it was good, and the dogs were flavorful. They offer the most unique types of dogs. The menu is filled with Japanese favorites like Katsu to croquettes. The dogs have great flavor and seasoning. I did not care for the dry buns, I would ask if they can toast it less. read more

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When traveling, we reserve an extra meal for the end of the evening...after dinner, after dessert, after the late night cocktail...I'm not sure what it's called, but in Canada it often means "vegetarian hot dog" because the nation is rich with they-hardly-ever-close hot dog places, always with a veggie dog option. That was our experience in cities in the east of Candada, and to our delight, here in Vancouver where Japadog services up a zillion different unique Japanese hot dog combinations, with a veggie dog ready to put in place, and, for heaven's sake, they're open until 3am. We were in Vancouver for 3 nights, and, sure enough, we went to Japadog 3 times. If you're there before 10pm you can sit in their small dining area. After 10 you order at the street window and there are a couple of stone bench/planter areas right in front you can park yourself. They have a separate vegetarian menu which is not fully on display in the restaurant, but IS available when you use their electronic ordering tablet (and viewable on their website.) That threw us off a little on our first visit when we knew we had seen the veggie options on the website, but it was before 10 and we were ordering from a live person who only mentioned 2 different options. (There are a lot more than 2!) No matter, over the course of our three nights we tried the Veggie Croquette (made with fried potatoes), the Veggie Oroshi, and the Veggie Terimayo (With no mayo). All looked unique and tasted good and served our late-night extra-meal stomach reserved for just such occasions. The fact that it was almost across the street from our hotel was a bonus. (Or a disaster depending on how you look at it.) Please, Japadog...you have many locations...what would it take for you to open up just one more here in Newhall, California, and also be open until 3am...pretty please? read more

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Upon returning to downtown Vancouver later on a Friday night, my husband and I were looking for a quick bite to eat. We had heard so many people recommend Japadog. It was within walking distance of our hotel so we made our way over. We placed our order at the window for two Japadogs to-go. My husband ordered the Wagyu hotdog with seaweed and mayo while I opted for the "Love Meat", which was essentially a chili cheese dog. We took our hotdogs back to our hotel to enjoy them since it was a cold and rainy night, and there was only outdoor seating available. I have to say, I do not understand what all the hype is about these hotdogs. Perhaps this is the sort of place you need to come after having a few drinks to soak up the alcohol in your stomach, but they were simply unremarkable. And to make matters worse, the hotdogs themselves were smaller than the buns they were in so the ratio of bread to hot dog was off and they were cold. Yes, we did walk back to our hotel with them, but it was a short three block walk. The temperature was extremely offputting. Maybe it's a Vancouver thing and I just don't understand it, but I definitely think there is significantly better food in Vancouver than Japadog. read more

Japadog was one of those places I heard about as an iconic Vancouver food. They started as a small hotdog stand in 2005 and saw success, opening more stands and then sit-in restaurants. It's a great story. This location on Robson Street is pretty unique, the architecture of the small store definitely feels like you could be in Japan. It offers some table and bar seating inside, and a couple picnic tables outside. Though it's not a bar, "dive" does seem to be an apt description. I think it could use a deep clean. Their menu has, of course, hotdogs as well as fried chicken, takoyaki, fries, and some desserts. As a first time visitor, I asked the staff for their recommendation of what was popular, and they didn't really have an answer for me and didn't seem super friendly or engaging. They also said they didn't have wifi for guests to use. I appreciate the interesting menu items. I'm not sure the flavors worked for me. It was a little mayo heavy. And the veg option was flavorless. I am curious why they cannot make any hotdog into a veggie hotdog and instead have a specific section of veg options. Overall it's certainly unique. However, I fear that their success has led them to fall from the heights they started at. I might visit again to try a different order but it wouldn't be a priority. read more

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