Top Dog is a hot dog trailer that looks like a giant hot dog and to top that, it is pulled by a…read moretaxi. This is a funky, cool vibe and definitely makes your spirit smile. I am a huge fan of hot dogs and something like this could only catch my eye. This is definitely an iconic part of the community and has earned its place in countless hearts and memories. Connecticut has some great hot dog places and this cool.hot dog trailer is a great place to stop and grab a hot dog or two (or live large and go for three hot dogs).

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

Simply the best! Several options in town but this is the best in tow. worth a 5 min wait when they…read moreare busy, you won't regret it!!

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!

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.

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.

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.

I just love their 2 foot hotdog with chili and cheese taste. It tasted delicious exquisite…read morewonderful I can't wait to go back there again for that 2 foot long hotdog with chili and cheese

I actually came across this place on TikTok and decided to give it a try because I had high…read moreexpectations based on what I had seen. Unfortunately, my experience was disappointing, especially when it came to the food. First, I want to say that the cashier was very friendly and welcoming, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, the food itself did not meet my expectations at all. I ordered a hot dog with just ketchup and a side of bacon cheese fries. Honestly, I was not impressed. The food was not enjoyable, and the taste was very disappointing. I also brought my grandmother with me, and she wasn't happy with her food either. She tried the chili on her hot dog, but she didn't like it, and she ended up throwing her food away. Unfortunately, about 30 minutes after eating, my stomach also started feeling very unwell, which made the experience even worse. I really wanted to like this place, especially since I discovered it on TikTok and was excited to see what all the attention was about. However, based on my personal experience, the food simply did not live up to the expectations I had going in. I believe in being honest about my experiences, both good and bad. The customer service was great, but unfortunately, the food was a major disappointment.

Always clean, fast service, food that you know your getting exactly what you should. It's warm,…read moreit's home and it's memories. The whole team rocks thank you

A chili dog for only $4!? Magnificent. Haven't seen those prices since Sonic #1…read more $14 and I got two dogs and a water. The dogs were pretty good. I haven't had a hotdog in general in over a year. So it was like a home coming for me. When in Rome right? Take that into account when reading this review.

Fred's franks, now run by Carl, is a delightful find when hankering for a really good hot dog,…read moresausage, or similar sandwich. The schnurble is a consistent hit with a combination of hot dog and sausage. Today, I had a chourico spicy sausage, which was delicious! Carl handed me the fresh bun to put my toppings on as desired (smartly, they go on the bottom where it is a lot less messy), while he grilled the sausage. Then he gently placed the sausages on my sandwich and I enjoyed! The trailer is usually found at the "head of Lake Quannapowitt" at the 129 rotary during lunch hours.

This truck is amazing! We parked by the park and walked over. You can see the truck from the rotary…read moreso we looped around to go back for hotdogs! Carl is so nice and greeted us as we walked up to the truck. We got 2 Shnurbles! You can pay with Venmo, which is amazing. As we waited for our food, Carl was grilling and talking to all the customers, asking everyone how their days are going and making small talk. He is such a kind person! He even made extra sausages for everyone waiting. I was holding my dog and he asked how old she is and then gave her a free hot dog! Such a kind gesture.

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.

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)!

Lyle is amazing!!!! i will eat hotdogs everyday now Because of him!!! Wallys is the best! Great…read moreexperience overall!

It's a bad day to be a hot dog!…read more I don't even like glizzies... but oh my God, these were GOOD! The girlies and I checked out Wally's for the first time and it was such a fun surprise. I always imagined it was a tiny spot but it feels like you're walking through three different restaurants, each room with a different vibe. We shared the popcorn chicken, a few hot dogs, a margarita tower, and espresso martinis. Everything was great!!!! Our waitress (who's also one of the bartenders) was so friendly and accommodating. I wish I remembered her name so I could give her a shoutout. We'll definitely be back!