I've wanted to visit Top Dog's roadside trailer in Portland for years, but they were never open…read morewhen I drove by. I understand that the trailer is presently known as Missy's Top Dog at least in some circles. I'm not sure if that's a change. When the Channel 3 Best Hot Dog in CT bracket was released, I noticed Missy's Top Dog was on it. I was able to get there shortly before their 3 pm closing recently. I'm a fan. First of all, although they were closing soon, there was a steady stream of people while I was in the area. There was never a long line, but I was not able to take a pic of the hot dog shaped trailer without a person blocking the sign. MTD is the only place I know of using Thumann's Hit Dogs from New Jersey. MTD steams the dogs and it looked like they had a bit of a dirty water thing maybe going on. MTD has several specialty dogs, but nothing too far out of the ordinary. I ordered a Cajun with "Orleans Relish", chili and pepper jack. I really liked the dog, especially for a steamed dog. Nice flavor. Nice snap. The toppings worked really well together. The chili sauce was meaty and not heavily seasoned. The relish provided a nice jolt of sweet acidity. I also ordered the MTD clasic dog, which had artfully layered catsup, mustard, relish and onions. Same tasty, snappy dog. Nice ratio of toppings. I'm assuming Missy was the person helping me because she seemed to have the confidence and pride of an owner. She was very friendly and engaging in my brief time speaking with her. Since the dogs were steamed, they came out right away. I can't say Missy's Top Dog's cracks my Top Tier of CT Dogs, but it's just a tier down and I enthusiastically recommend MTD, even if you have to drive a bit out of your way. 4.25 Stars

Went their in the fall. I don't know where they get their hot dogs from but they have a great snap…read moreand I found it quite tasty. I like a good hot dog and Connecticut has some great places to get them. I would put this little place on that list.

My husband isn't exactly a hot dog guy. So I got a sideways look when I suggested that we try this…read moreplace out for lunch....but after our meal, he said that he'd never had a specialty hot dog before and really enjoyed this! How could you not like this place?! Great atmosphere, friendly staff and an awesome menu. We tried the reuben dog, taco dog and guilty pleasure dog with the Cajun fries. Dogs are messy but fun.... loved the taco dog! Cajun fries were too salty but appreciate that they are made in house! (Wish they had sweet potato fries with a fun dipping sauce though!) Can't wait to go back and try more creations!

Riley's is much nicer inside than you'd ever expect from a hot dog place. There's a lot of space,…read moreeverything is clean, and the whole setup has a trendy industrial feel that works really well. Even the bathrooms were noticeably nice, particularly for such a fast-paced lunch spot. I had the Chicago Dog and the House Dog. We've been on the hunt for a good Chicago dog that's, you know... closer than Chicago, so I was glad to see one on the menu. It was quite good, but not what I expected based on the ones I remember from Chicago. This version leaned heavier on the relish and toppings, didn't have the bright green relish, and ended up a little messier overall. It did match exactly what the menu described, though, so that part's on me for not reading it more closely. All that micro-complaining aside, I'd get it again--though I may first try to work through the extensive menu a bit. There are some great options, and you should expect to struggle deciding (maybe check the menu in advance). The House Dog was delicious, but also pretty messy--definitely grab some napkins. Prices were a tiny bit higher than I'd expect for hot dogs, but the quality, presentation, and overall vibe seemed aligned with that. Overall, Riley's is a great option if you want a nicer sit-down hot dog experience with lots of choices and a comfortable atmosphere. I'd go back, especially to try more of the specialty dogs.

No photo tonight. I had to basically be in and out of New Haven tonight as I don't have much time…read morebetween train and bus to begin with, but should I come back in the future when I have more time I will take photos. But then what about coming here if I was in such a hurry? Well, I actually learned of this place's existence when I was going to do the Taichi Tea Elite Experience only to find that I had never been confirmed in that event. But after looking at earlier Taichi Tea reviews that day and finding a reviewer who reviewed both that place and this one, I knew this place needed my visit at some point. Also, I had to wait till tonight to come in big part because I had been on medical recovery from a stomach infection since last month, so I wanted to make sure I was feeling better first so I could give this place the best chance possible to excel. Tonight was actually my 3rd time ordering through the Yelp app, but the other 2 times had mixed results. One place confirmed my order while the other canceled twice, so this order was also a test to see if ordering through Yelp was reliable or not. Through God's good graces, this was a success! Service from the employees there was pretty friendly to boot too. So far so good! Now let's get into my order. I ordered three dogs (the Classic, the Mozzarella Cheddar, and then the Squid Ink half and half). All told, I paid $24.77, and that amount includes a $6.55 tip. So yes, this place is actually quite affordable in New Haven! And boy oh BOY are these three worth it! Before I continue, I will remark another dog with the potato crusting done on it. That looked pretty gas (is that a term kids use these days?). I started with the Squid Ink, and honestly, what they did with that thing is genius! The breading is black as squid ink should be, and the hot dog portion at the bottom is crated in such a way to resemble a squid's tentacles (sorry Squidward). It was fire! For the classic, I dipped that in honey mustard, one of my favorite condiments to have on any hot dog. It was pretty good too. And the mozzarella cheddar finished it off! All three were really good! If I had to pick my favorite, I'd say the Squid Ink dog is definitely the winner of the night. I just can't get over how awesome that creativity was. It was more than an "Oh K-Dog". It was an "Oh My God, These Dogs Rule" K-Dogs! I said what I said. Good night everybody!

Reallly wanted to like it but the jot dog didn't taste like a good quality beef dog. And it wasn't…read moreas good as others ive had in other places. Inside of restaurant was partially used for storage. Felt sticky inside. Not inviting to eat in. On positive note, the eggs were cooked perfectly. And I was eye witness to good handwashing!

If you haven't already heard this place is legendary. This is no ordinary hot truck. This is a next…read morelevel. Gourmet hotdog is an understatement. This is the trifecta of hotdog trucks. Great location Great dogs and slaw Incredible service. I have to say I'm a big fan of their coleslaw. It was next level. Give it a try If you have kids perfect, the park is just steps away for the kids to play.

Stopped by after seeing a TikTok review. Very nice guys on the truck. My husband got the Ball Park…read moreand I just got a hot dog with cheese sauce. Both were very good with a nice snap. I don't believe they were Sabrett, there was no signage advertising the hot dog brand. Buns were soft and fresh, almost like a potato bun. $16 for 2 hot dogs and 2 water bottles.

The owner and workers are awesome people. They engaged in conversation. They are down to earth and…read morethey put out some amazing food. Definitely stopping at their food truck again!! I look forward to testing more of their menu. The fries were well seasoned and perfectly crispy. I love the rolls and it's even better that it wasn't hot dog buns!! They should produce key rings for purchase - the number tags are awesome and I would definitely buy one.

For over three years, I would be driving to central Connecticut to ride the rail trails, and I…read morewould pass this food truck on route 138 in Griswold. Each time I've been heading out, I'd tell myself, "I'll stop on the way back." But every time, I'd be so tired from my ride or just really wanted to get into a hot shower, that I'd murmur to myself, "Next time." Well, after this scenario played itself out for the umpteenth time, I decided to ride out to it by way of Arcadia. OMFG! Was this place ever so good! The absolutely best French Fries I've ever eaten and after looking at the menu, I can understand why. Being a small food truck, they probably only have one fryolator. So everything gets cooked in the oil they use. The Hot Dog I ordered was the BBQ Dawgg. A beef Hot Dog wrapped in Bacon and then deep fried until the Bacon is crispy. Into a tasty, but not overly huge Bun and topped with grilled Onions and BBQ Sauce. So you get the Bacon fat and Hot Dog fat mixing in with whatever kind of oil they are using, which imparts all those flavors into the French Fries. Service is fast and friendly.

Hadn't been here in years and glad my co-worker suggested it. Our food was amazing and order ready…read moreat time promised. Will definitely return

My wife and I went here twice for the Tuesday Special, A Two-foot dog, Fries and Soda…read more On our visits we were greeted by happy employees. They made us feel welcome and were very helpful to us newbies. Our orders were taken and we were explained the process. Most of the condiments are self-serve. Both times I had the chili, yellow mustard and onions. My wife had Cole Slaw on her first one and Sauerkraut and mustard the second week. We made quite the mess but enjoyed the food. The hot dogs are very tasty and cooked just the way I we like them, a little char but not burnt. We had to cut the dogs into quarters and the rolls held up fine. The chili, while it tastes good is a little bland and my wife would have liked a little more flavor in the Sauerkraut too. The order of fries is large, hot and crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. The store is a nostalgic walk into the past with retro fixtures, tables and decorations. It's fun to read the 45's that line the walls while enjoying these dogs. The dogs are a novelty and are good enough to come back for. They have an extensive menu and I'm tempted to try the other offerings but the Two-Foot dogs always call me back.

I always say it, but I'm saying it again. So many memories here. From my parents, to us kids, to me…read moreand 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.

I recently visited George's Coney Island in Worcester, after seeing that Tasting Table named…read moreGeorge'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

Had to stop and charge my car and encountered this beautiful little park and hot dog stand - it was…read moreperfect! Service was great and food was delicious!

Great casual place by the lake in Wakefield with a great selection of quality dogs and sausage…read more outdoors

The hot dogs at Larry Joe's hot dog truck are unbelievably good. There are a variety of toppings to…read morechoose from - we got the chili topped with onions and it was fantastic. The chili is not spicy so good for all taste bud varieties! Also got the hot dog topped with mustard, onion and relish. The homemade relish is excellent I'd definitely get it again. Since this is a food truck, there is limited seating but they have a picnic table and a few plastic chairs if you choose to eat on site. Prices are very reasonable, and they also offer a variety of cans of soda and waters along with potato chips if you want a side (however after eating just the dog you likely won't have room for any sides)!

Larry Joe's New England Fire Pit is a great place for hot dogs. They have huge (half pound) hot…read moredogs that are first simmered in cider and then finished over a grill. The hot dogs at Larry Joe's New England Fire Pit are pretty amazing. All the ingredients all the way down to the hot dog bun are top.quality. If you are a fan of hot dogs and find yourself in the area, you must check this establishment out. Perhaps even if you are indifferent about hot dogs, check put Larry Joe's New England Fire Pit and they might change your mind and make you a fan of hot dogs. I am giving Larry Joe's New England Fire Pit five stars.

After trying both locations, I can say that this one is the best!…read more Ordered a tower of 5 dogs and different sauces~ I wanted to try some new hot dogs . Pineapple Express and pizza dogs are my favorite. El jefe was interesting but too heavy. Kimichi dog was savory! Since they sell dogs, the turn over in tables are quick and would recommend for a fun quick stop and wait probably short. Server was kind, prompt and attentive with good recommendations ~ you can't go wrong with dogs though~ Decor is very cute with dogs and memes~ parking could be hectic so expect to walk but the views are amazing with cute shops all around.

Rating: 4.3 Came to stop by since we were in Newport. I've…read morebeen once to this location during another yelp event so i know about this restaurant before. It's a small local restaurant specializing in hot dogs, sliders and drinks. Parking is tough to find as it's a touristic area in Newport and only street parkings are available. Inside has a bar and some table and upstairs as well. They have extensive menu of weiners and sliders. We decided to get the Weiner Tower which comes with choice of 5 weiners (except the high priced ones), fries and choice of 5 sauces. We got the Pizza dog, Pineapple express, Kimchi weiner, BBQ cheddar weiner, and El jefe. All the hot dogs were delicious but i particularly liked el jefe personally. Fries were nice and crispy outside and sauces were great. Service was good and our waiter was quick and attentive. Overall it's a pretty good place. Food is good and service is good. It can be busy but we got lucky. Unique place as not many places specialize in different kind of hotdogs.