John's is a must see and must try amazing person selling an amazing Hot Dog! Fast friendly and very personable, this is a great location to just grab and chill on the beach! Get it John's way you won't be disappointed! Has earned my business we will be back! read more

I've lived here for seven years and walked past this hot dog stand countless times. Every time I walk by the owner Jon smile and say hello, every time. And on one of my last walk in Waikiki, I got on of his hotdogs. John and his staff were incredibly welcoming. He's originally from Philly, and as someone from the East Coast, I immediately felt that warm hospitality. John is so sweet, he even offered me the hot dog on the house... completely unexpected, but a true reflection of John's demeanor. I went with the chicken hot dog "John style" (well that is everything but the sauerkraut). I wasn't hesitate about the mustard because I'm usually not a fan but the staff insisted it was more like Dijon mustard anyways. The hotdog was loaded, flavorful, and way better than I expected for someone who usually keeps it simple with the toppings. The bun broke down a bit from all the toppings, but that was to be expected with all the toppings loaded on there. You can't beat the location, it's right outside the Ilikai by the lagoon though the service alone makes this an easy five stars. I'm really happy this ended up being one of my last food experiences living in Hawaii. I'd be eager to see John and his staff again if I return. read more

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I was at the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon with my kids and we were really hungry. This hot dog stand was the closest option to us. I thought the sign said Hawaiian Hot Dog... but it's actually just a hot dog in Hawaii, lol. It tastes exactly like a regular hot dog. The size was decent. There are a lot of toppings to choose from, which was great. It's rather pricey for a simple hot dog. read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great hotdogs, and it's a great place/views to have one by the lagoon. This is one of the better/best food options unless you are willing to walk a long ways. The guy that runs this is very nice, and fun to talk to. read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - Cheese dog. You can get a wide variety of other toppings also. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

World famous? I couldn't say, but what I can say is HE SHOULD BE! I got the jumbo beef hot dog and got it John's way which from the looks of it was all the sauces minus bbq sauce and then onions, jalapeños, and relish added. I'm assuming John was the owner who helped me out and he is so friendly that it makes the experience even better. It was a bit tricky to find the place but next to the lagoon at the Hilton Waikiki. He has a giant yellow sign you can't miss. If you're in the area you HAVE to give this place a try. It's absolutely worth it. read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - Jumbo beef hot John's Beef Jumbo Dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Very conveniently located at Hilton by fireworks.Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because it's $15 a hotdog.But I'm not mad at ya. read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great little hot dog cart near the Waikiki marina. John the owner is always there and super kind which makes the stop even better. Cheap eats by the beach and very convenient if you are staying at the Hilton or Ilikai or just spending the day at the nearby beach. Perfect quick bite before the Friday night fireworks. Casual easy and hits the spot. read more

Excellent hot dogs with very friendly service. We went back 3 times during our trip.

I had the opportunity to try John's World Famous Hot Dogs at a local festival off of Waikiki Beach. I had looked up this festival and saw his picture, so I knew it was meant to be! John and his crew could not be nicer! I loved the hot dog and all the fresh toppings! If you get a chance to try one of his hot dogs I know you will love it too! read more

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Best hot dogs in Hawaii hands down! If you're in the area make time to stop and find John! He had the best service & was so incredibly kind. 12/10 would recommend every time!!!! read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

힐튼 앞 불꽃놀이(하절기 기준 매주 금요일 20시) 보면서 먹으려고 포장 주문함. 핫도그 안에 잔슨빌 소시지가 들어가고 소시지는 3종류 (치킨, 야채, 소고기) 맛있었음 read more

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Happy National Hot Dog Day... What better way than to enjoy a yummy right along the beach and you can do so thanks to John and his World Famous Hot dog as it's brightly yellow sign you can't miss is right outside the back of Ilikai and if you can't find parking you can stay in your car right beside the tent and they will take the curbside order from you. I was lucky to have found a spot and was surprised to see that it's not only the Beef Jumbo is available but Chicken and Veggie as well all at $10 which i found was a bit steep but it does come with a lot of topping which you can have (ketchup, yellow mustard, spicy mustard, sauerkraut, relish, jalapeño, cheese, onions and barbecue sauce) quite the choices though for me is the ketchup, mustard and jalapeños it was a hearty bite. Love the vibe as the staff is very friendly and quick...if you pay cash is $10 straight but tax is included with credit card payment. Thank you! read more

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Hot and freshly grilled hotdog in Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii... I parked at the free parking lot at the beach behind the Ilikai Hotel and saw John's World Famous Hawaii. The tent is located in the parking lot next to Hilton Hawaiian Village's man-made lagoon. We looked at the menu, and Peter asked, "What toppings?" I answered: everything except jalapeños and hot mustard. Peter didn't want ketchup, so we ended up with onions, mustard, and relish. The best part about this small business is John. He's very welcoming, friendly, and efficient! His smile and personality are probably the keys to success. The hotdog was juicy and deliciously moist. The smokey flavor and hot-off-the-grill temperature are winners! If you're in the area, check it out! There are vegan options, too... and more toppings such as cheese, sauerkraut, mayo, and BBQ sauce! read more

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Came here for an afternoon snack and this hit the spot! All toppings were free and was pretty filling. read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Seriously amazing and got to meet the infamous John, himself! All the fixings provided for your hotdog needs. Plus, John also sells really cool shirts that are exactly like the logo and what John wears! You can't go wrong with stopping by and grabbing yourself a hotdog, chips, and a coke! John is a super nice guy and very friendly, he's been in the hotdog business for close to 20 years. Support local business and grab yourself a hotdog! read more

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I respect the hustle and great service. It's just hard going from Costco's $2 hot dog to justifying $13. I get it that' it that it's for the tourist. I think if they sold it under $10 they would get even more business. read more

Scrumptious hot dogs, the owner John has such a lively and welcoming personality. He's right by the beach and is great for an after swim bite . read more

Came to Hawaii on our honeymoon and stayed at Hilton Hawaiian village. Tried to get food from the stand THREE NIGHTS IN A ROW! Closed earlier than advertised and when we walked up to try and order they said they were closed at 8pm when they are advertised as being open until 9pm on Saturdays. Workers were rude and laughed at me and my husband. Don't waste your money. Go across the pond to Dairy Queen instead they are super friendly! read more

Super good! Food is amazing, fast service, great ambiance right by the lagoon! John is super friendly as well!

Not worth $13, but it's targeted for tourist in the area. $2 Costco hotdog beats this, even bigger hotdog than this.

The hot dogs were absolutely delicious and full of flavor. The service was friendly and attentive. I'll definitely be coming back soon!

So delicious and great great man! It's a must stop, especially if from Philly. I loved it with onions, even though I love ny NYC dirty-water Sabbretts. Great find! read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - John's WORLD Famous Hot Dogs. With onions, of course! Near the marina, outside Hilton Village. If you're from Philly...you'll love them. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Extremely average dog, the name of this place is very misleading and inaccurate. People buy from here because it's close to the beach, fast, and convenient, but not really for the taste which is very average. And since it is next to the beach, it is much more expensive than it should be. Also, multiple days in a row they late, so don't trust the hours listed online. read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I enjoyed it. I would pass this stand twice a day as I would park my car in the marina. The smells of the hot dog are intoxicating. I eventually decided to bite the bullet and take a chance, it was a great decision for a late night dinner. The all beef dog had a bite and there was some many topping, I went to the works. Try it out if you're close to the Lagoon read more

John's way hotdog is very good. Has all the topping except sauerkraut. Located at the Hilton lagoon at the bottom of the ilikai ramp. The service is incredible, the workers are always saying hello and very friendly. Great location with the beach right there read more

Well, $13 for a hot dog is ridiculous, the dog is good, however, won't return again at that price, was $10 last year, which was high already... no longer a "must stop" when I come back to Hawaii twice a year read more

10/10 experience, customer service and food was exceptionally well! I'm normally a guy who gets ketchup and mustard only but the ingredients looked so fresh and delicious that I had to throw on some jalapeños, sauerkraut, and onion. Definitely world famous name worthy. read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - All beef hot John's Beef Jumbo Dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Loved the hot dog, and loved the service. Tarah was wonderful and welcoming, and the stand was very easy to find. Cannot miss those bright yellow signs! Nice casual meal which was exactly what we were looking for. Nothing fancy, but if you want a good hotdog with great toppings, this is the place. read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Pricy. I couldn't tell the difference in taste. Usually I can get a specialty sausage at this price.

John's hot dogs are hands down THE BEST! We were disappointed on our recent visit to Oahu to find that Frank's Haute Dogs is closing. John's is a true find! His dogs are superior to Frank's. He has excellent customer service. Buy a dog and enjoy the beach! You'll want to come back I promise! read more

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Went once a couple weeks ago when I was on vacation. I was expecting a little more Hawaiian taste. (Maybe a Hawaiian bun) it's just a regular street hotdog with dog and bun from local stores. It wasn't bad it was just regular, I could get the same one at Costco for a buck and a half. read more

Taste is like a grilled Costco hot dog. Very tasty and lots of sides. My issue is that their hours are completely inaccurate. They are supposed to be open 1-8 pm every day. I tried to go Saturday. Not there. The number I text said they have an event and would be there Sunday. I came back on Sunday, still not there. He text that he will for sure be there Monday. I text Monday to make sure and he said "I will be set up and ready to go at 1:00". I showed up at 1:09 pm and nothing. I text again and he says he's "en route." I gave up. I then found a really good food truck next to the lagoon that actually wants to work. They have large flags and the best pina colada ever. When we returned and they were finally there on Tuesday at 6:00 pm, I tried to redeem my yelp offer. They said they don't accept that anymore. (THEN UPDATE YOUR YELP PAGE!) I paid with my credit card and they charged me fees. No sign indicating so. It's just a very poorly run business. IF you have no other options, give it a try but good luck if they're actually open. read more

Good hotdogs and great service! We will definitely go back. John is super friendly and the location is convenient.

Amazing dog. Big and fresh off the grill. He's not making it up when he says he has the best hot dogs on the island. read more

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We stopped here after 2 hours of kayaking and John himself was serving up some killer hot dogs at his sunny bright yellow & red cart! Super awesome friendly guy! The hot dogs ROCKED! Wow! Really hit the spot after our morning of beach activity and fun. It's not like I went to Waikiki for hot dogs, but this was perfection!! Highly highly recommend!!! read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - Hey John! Thanks for the the BEST hot dog in Waikiki!! We'll be back! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

good service nice lady she helped us out and are very kind to customers there is no better service out here come here now

If you didn't get a 5-star dawg at John's World Famous Hot Dogs, you need to go back and do it right. This isn't just any snack--it's the real deal. A 4.5-star rating doesn't cut it when we're talking about the best dawg in the Aloha State. Juicy, bold, and packed with flavor, every bite at John's hits different. Locals know. Tourists talk. Legends eat here. Don't leave Hawai'i without tasting the dawg that sets the standard. Five stars or you missed the point. read more

We were greeted by a fellow veteran so the customer service was outstanding. Their dogs are delicious! This is a spot we go to every year when we vacation here. read more

John's World Famous Hawaii - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This place is amazing! Gorgeous views from a street side vendor with the best hot dogs you'll taste on O'ahu! The chef is super friendly and will make you want to enjoy a hot dog every time you're in the area, just to talk story! Fridays are busy, so come early! Mahalo for the 'ono hot dogs and excellent service in one of the most beautiful locations on island! Aloha! read more

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Thank you Emi and Stephanie for adding John's to the Black Owned Business Collection. Such a gorgeous Sunday. If you're out enjoying the sun and ocean, I'm sure you've got an appetite and how convenient, they pitched a shady tent right by the beach. Currently because of covid, the stand isn't in Waikiki....they are now behind the Ilikai/Hilton hotels. They've been at this location for about a month now. John has been in Hawaii for 15 years. Prior to Hawaii, he was in Philly and Florida, chasing the sun :) super nice guy, check him out! Mahalo John and best wishes! read more

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