lol I'm not sure what I was expecting!! It's literally…read morehotdogs and burger meat and bread!! I kid you not! So the burgers don't have lettuce tomato onions not even of options! Mayo was an option. Crazy thing is the place was PACKED!! lol People love it!! Listen try it for yourself like I did or just skip it!! They make their own relishes for like 100 years!! So that's something

There's a reason Blackie's has been around forever…read more Literally. The. Best. Today was 2 with a cheeseburger. Of course legendary spicy relish on both. 10 stars.

Functional burger shack bites, nice location and staff…read more Came here on a whim, heard good things about the pulled pork so we decided to give it a try. Ordered a hot dog and the pulled pork sandwich. Food came out quick and we dug in. The pulled pork was tender and not dry. The pork itself was cooked well but didn't really have any flavor. The bbq sauce was sweet but not very present, bun was generic, and the coleslaw was fresh and crispy but the slaw sauce was creamy but bland. It really needed a salty element, something like a vinegar slaw or pickle to give it some salt and crisp. The hot dog was executed well. Grilled dog, good bun to dog ratio, toasted bun in butter, dog was a Hummel dog so it's missing the snappy salty bite I hope for in a good hot dog, but it's prepped well. Nothing that we got was bad, but nothing was great either. It's good but basic, and It's a better place to go to compared to fast food.

Came here on a weekday with my son. Had a great breakfast sandwiches for dinner. Sucks that they…read moreopen at 11 AM instead of nine. Would love to eat breakfast there at breakfast time.

Nicest folks and delicious dogs, curly fries and onion rings! And they had birch beer too! Fast…read moreservice and super friendly guy behind the counter helping newbies out was much appreciated. Place full of regulars--staff knew their names in fact. Word to the wise: dogs are huge! I probably shouldn't have ordered two, but I'm glad I did because they were so good. They come on toasted buns. There's a wall of specials or you can get a pretty straight up dog. We got the Portuguese special with mushrooms and onions, which was delicious! We take this route to visit family often, so we will definitely stop next time we are passing through.

Service was excellent, incredibly kind. The food was pretty good, I chose the BLT Hot Dog, which…read morewas interesting. It was good but I feel like the bacon doesn't go very well with the hot dog in general, next time I would choose a different option such as ground beef. The burger was juicy and tasted good, and the fries were crispy. They also had an antique vibe inside. Would come again!

98 yr old Grandma loves lobster rolls so when we visit we get her a lobster roll!…read more Personally I prefer cold lobster with a grilled bun..., however when in CT you get a Connecticut Lobster Roll! The key to enjoying it if you are taking it to go as we were is the packaging. We were so happy that they kept the lobster & butter in separate containers for us so the rolls were not soggy when we got back to Grandma to eat. We also had clams and all was enjoyed

I've heard about this place from many people and it does live up to the hype. It's has an…read moreold-school vibe. I really like my hotdogs charred and almost burnt and this place delivers with that. Once you get your hotdog, there's a filling station where you can add your toppings. Chili has a nice kick. There is also conveniently an ice cream place connected to it to where you can top off your meal with a milkshake. Definitely a quick stop to get made to order food.

I love old-time, non-chain, real, honest places. This was one…read more Walk up window on a sunny day - was great. I had to try the famous dogs... they were big, great bun, and I LOVE the fact that you put on your own condiments at the next window (read: not from packets!!). Service was outstanding. Friendly. Clearly a source of family pride. It had that feel of the place we all know and love from our childhood. I regret only getting hot dogs as I really don't love skinless franks. I was praying for snap. But... they were good. I can't wait to try a burger or the famous clams. Next time - no dogs. All other things. I'm sure they'll be outstanding. Clearly they're doing something right.

If you're craving a classic, no-frills, absolutely perfect hot dog, Frankie's is the place to go…read more The dogs are grilled just right with that perfect snap, the buns are always fresh, and the toppings--whether you're into chili, onions, sauerkraut, or just classic mustard--are spot on every time. But it's not just about the dogs. Their fries are golden and crispy, the onion rings are addictive, and the milkshakes hit the spot. The whole menu delivers that nostalgic, satisfying, comfort-food goodness that keeps you coming back. Service is always friendly and quick, and the retro vibe gives the whole place a fun, laid-back feel. You can tell this place has been doing it right for years--and it shows. Frankie's really is the hot dog king, and once you try it, you'll totally understand why!

Ever since I passed Guida's on my way to somewhere else a couple of years ago, I have had it in the…read moreback of my mind to give it a try. Today, a sunny early Spring morning, I decided to escape the dark recesses of my humble abode and finally make the trip to Middlefield. I am glad I did. Guida's has a definite 50s diner vibe. Everything looked clean, fresh, and appealing. The server was very friendly and helpful and the food was brought quickly. The fries were hot right from the oil and the 1/4 lb burger was cooked perfectly. Today, I opted for a strawberry shake and was pleased to find it not cloyingly sweet from too much syrup. Delish! The prices were comparable for other like establishments. Note: They only accept cash, but have an ATM for customer convenience. This is definitely a restaurant I would visit again when I am in the area!

We pulled up to a step back in time. This place is fun just looking at it from the outside. Upon…read morestepping through the door we were greeted with a big Hello and a "For here or to go?" "Sit anywhere, I'll be right with you." My wife and I sat at the counter for the full experience. We knew we were going to have hot dogs but it was just a matter of what to put on it. I knew I wanted the chili, onions and yellow mustard. This is my go to. We had fries and onion rings. Everything was made to order but got to us very quickly. The hot dog rolls were toasted perfectly, a little crunch but soft on the inside. The dogs were the same, a little char but not burnt. the toppings were generous. I'll tell you what, someone said the onion rings are very good, they did not exaggerate. Those onion rings were some of the best I've had in a long time. Our fries were very good too and if we only had them they wouldn't have been out shone but those onion rings... I would go back just for them. However I would certainly have to have one of these hot dogs again. My wife had the two scoops of ice cream in a cup and I had the three scoop sundae. The ice cream was amazing. We both had the vanilla = excellent, I had strawberry and butter pecan. Big pieces of strawberries and a mouthful of pecans in every bite. My wife had the moose tracks and I was jealous. I think she got more ice cream than me. Not really, I was just jealous. They claim the dogs are the best in Connecticut, I may not go that far, but they certainly are very good and worth a visit.

My husband and I stopped in at the new-ish Frankies in Wallingford. The building is small, but the…read morerenovations came out nice and it was very clean. There were a few tables to eat, but we took our meal to-go. Frankies started to get busy quick after we ordered since it was nearing lunch hour on a Sunday. My husband has had Frankies before at another location, looking forward to getting some Chicken Wings--unfortunately, they were out and he pivoted his choice for a Fried Chicken Sandwich with lettuce, tomato, onion, and mayo. I got a Grilled Chicken Sandwich with lettuce, tomato, and provolone cheese. We also got Curly Fries and Waffle Fries. The menu is very simple with hot dogs, hamburgers, sandwiches, fried seafood like clam strips or shrimp. There were even lobster rolls and every kind of fry; steak, curly, and waffle! Our food was prepared quickly and held up well since it was to-go. My grilled chicken sandwich was juicy and waffle fries were fine. This Frankies does close early on Sundays at 4:00pm. We will be back at Frankies again, hopefully my husband will get his Chicken Wings next time.

I got the 1/4 cheeseburger and it was completely flavorless. The onion rings were meh. It was also…read morefilled with really trashy people. I wouldn't come back here.

I was so excited when I saw that The Dog House Eatery was open again for the season! I live nearby…read moreand was always curious to visit, but the hours are pretty much only during the weekdays when I'm at work- but on a day off, I had the chance to stop by! The owner, Dawn, uses Hummel hot dogs, which are already my favorite kind. The way she makes these reminds me so much of Blackie's! It had the perfect snap and was SO good!! She makes great chili too. Definitely an underrated, hidden gem here!

So impressed by the quality of the cheesesteaks I had from Fat Boys! The bread is brought in fresh…read morefrom New York, and they use Hummel hot dogs, which are my favorite. I really don't think we have better cheesesteaks in the Naugatuck area! They were super friendly, and I'll definitely be back when I can catch them by the firehouse or at a nearby event.

So good!! The cheesesteak was so warm and flavorful and the chipotle mayo was delicious. The…read moreemployees were very kind and helped walked us through the menu as it was our first time. Will definitely be returning.

I was just passing by in the area and decided to come here since the pictures look so delicious. I…read moreordered the La colombiana which I think is newer? And omg it WAS delicious. The baked potato was on the bottom and over it there was mac and cheese, ground beef, kielbasa sausage, corn and cheesiness. It definitely was a unique type of spot. They make it fresh to order so there's a bit of a wait after ordering but I don't mind since it'll be fresh and piping hot! Call in ahead of time if you're pressed on time.

The food is so good! They give you a great portion size (so you can eat some now and eat some…read morelater) the food is extremely filling and we loved it! We got the food quickly and I would recommend. I definitely am looking forward to trying some of the other dishes/flavors.