The staff were phenomenal! The meal was made when I ordered so really fresh, I did have to wait a…read morebit to get it. The kitchen looked spotless. Classic options for burgers and fries. I will say I wish they had a vegan option for all their burgers. The flavor profile for the vegan burger was good but it would have been cool to choose different flavor profiles based on their menu. I'm sure you can ask for substitutions however I didn't. I ordered it as is! They had an option for Tator tots however I decided to go with fries! Perfect place to grab a bite while watching the game!

Food first, thoughts after... My go to order is the black…read morebean burger add fried egg with a side of fries. With the 5% tip that puts me a little over $15. Made fresh to order. For fast food a little pricey but overall worth it to me. Located at the edge, a very nice hang out spot especially when the weather is allowing. The fries remain crispy and fresh even after cooled down. Located on green springs with spacious parking. A good recommendation!

First time visiting and truly the BEST hamburger I've ever eaten. I never finish a whole burger…read morebut this was soooo good. We'll definitely be back to try more

Best burger ever! We visited Birmingham from Nashville and it was worth taking a quick stop at…read moreWhiskey Foxtrot!

We all had hot dogs in our lives, but sometimes we encounter "the hot dog" Gus was founded almost…read more80 years ago and they know how to make a good hot dog ... the chili, the sauerkraut... everything was delicious !!! Just an old counter with a lot of flavor !!!

Decided to pop by here for my first BRW stop of 2026. This isn't a big establishment so there were…read morea few people in line when we arrived for an early Saturday lunch. The staff were amazing. & so accommodating. The Birmingham restaurant week special is a great deal. You get to select two hotdogs, chips & drink for $14. The food is made to order & was so delicious. We dined inside but it is small so keep this is mind. You can opt to dine outside also. I hadn't been here in 5 years, which is wild. I always love a good hotdog & Gus's never disappoints. I highly recommended checking out their Birmingham restaurant week special!! Street parking is the only option so plan accordingly.

I visited this establishment I had a cheese hot dog and a sneaky Pete's original. The service was…read moreokay it took a minute but the employees were nice and the food made up for the wait. I haven't had hotdogs in a while but they're still as great as I remember. Glad to know this location is still around.

The food is good - up to Sneaky Pete standards. And the lady preparing the food was nice. The…read morecashier was not. She flatly refused to give me a cup for water even though I asked twice. Her only comment "I told you you had ONE drink". The space is very small, crowded if 2 people are seated and one is picking up a to-go order, so eating in is not expected and definitely not encouraged. I would still expect civility. Not here, at least not today. And don't expect to wash your hands before or after your meal - "it is in the office" and "not for the public". Overall, it seems Johnny Ragusa doesn't need the money - or has enough first-timers that he doesn't need to provide good customer service so you'll return. Hate to write off a Sneaky Pete's, but this location is off my list.

Food first, thoughts after... I am so glad we stumbled upon…read morethis place. Absolutely delicious. I am not much of a burger person but I love burgers made like this. Fresh, handmade and not overly greasy. The sauce was not too overwhelming and paired well. This was easy to digest and honestly I could have sat there and ate two. I really wish they had fries to pair with it. Chips only. For 3 sandwiches and 2 small drinks, our total was $25.08 with $1 tip. Fast service! My burger was made before I paid with the person at the counter as she was trying to get a togo order together. Parking is overall fairly easy. This is a good solid choice for lunch/ dinner. Restaurant was clean and spacious. The layout of the tables were interesting but overall I liked the style.

Breakfast sandwich for me - right on time. No frills but delicious - friendly guy behind counterread more

Doesn't get any better than this. A staple in Birmingham. Honestly feel bad for anyone who hasn't…read moretried this place. Everything they grill up is spot on.

My favorite order here is the Hercules combo...a Conecuh sausage dog with beef, onions, peppers and…read moresauce. It also comes with hand cut fries and a drink. There's a $2.00 up charge for juice. The owner, who is usually on the truck, is super friendly and offers a frequent buyer card that gets punched on your visits. The only complaint I have is the cost. I pay around $17-$21 for my food, depending on if I get the juice, and that's kinda pricey for the amount of food. There are cheaper options available though. I'm gonna try the regular hot dogs on my next visit. Give them a try when you're in the mood for a good dog but be prepared to pay a little more for it.

Today, I had to opportunity to try Wicked Wieners Food Trailer in Birmingham, AL. UAB Hospital…read moreoffers different food trucks during the weekday at the Spain Wallace building, so they were scheduled today, which was great to be in close proximity to them. For the trailer to be a smaller size, the menu options were grand to me. They offered not just hotdogs, but Conecuh sausage dogs, wicked nachos or fries (loaded with beef, bacon, cheese, peppers and sauce). The trailer has a protective screen with a magnetic opening that provided bug protection from the food, which I appreciated. The owner was very friendly. You could tell he knew the menu like 2nd nature because the food came of within 5 minutes of me ordering my combo. I ordered a specialty combo, which featured 2 Bamweini hotdogs, fries and a canned drink. The combo was $15 and I was able to add cheese and beef to the fries as well for an upcharge. Altogether, my total as $22, which included tax. To me, the price was a bit steep for lunch, however paying for the convenience was the balancing part. There was an option to upgrade to a juice for $2.00 more but I didn't see any advertised as available as in the past. One pointer was the drink options were only standard sodas, not zero sugar options were available. The food quality definitely had increased from my previous visit. The food was served in a Styrofoam container, able to fit both dogs and fries in the same container. The food came with individual packets of ketchup and a napkin wrapped fork. The dogs were all-beef dogs and grilled to perfection. The buns were Sara Lee buns and able to hold the tops nicely. The toppings were fresh, crisp and you could tell that the chili was made that day, which I appreciated. The fries were homemade hand-cut fries that were dropped fresh when I ordered. The cheese and ground beef I had added to the fries were seasoned as well. The only drawback was as the fries sat in the container, the grease from the fries saturated the bottom of the fries, so I didn't eat the end of them. Overall, the food and service were good and I will return again! -DASC

I love this place! I usually end up going once a week for breakfast. Everything on the menu is so…read moregood and the service is fast and the workers are always friendly!

Love this place quick always quick and never get the order wrong food is quality service qualityread more

Cook Out - Homewood, Alabama Visit Date: Thursday, July 23,…read more2026 (approximately 8:20 p.m.) I finally gave Cook Out a try while visiting the Birmingham/Homewood area. The service was relatively friendly, and our total for four meals and drinks came to $31.56, which is certainly inexpensive by today's standards. Here's what we ordered: * Big Double Burger - $4.39 (plus $1.00 for bacon, $0.55 for cheese, and $0.10 for tomato) * Small Burger - $3.39 * Three Strip Snack - $4.99 * 2 Dog Tray - $7.99 * Large drinks - $2.49 each The burgers were definitely the highlight. The patties had a nice chargrilled flavor that set them apart from a typical fast-food burger. My only complaint is that they're on the small side, even the double burger. The hot dogs were average at best. Nothing really stood out, and I wouldn't order them again. The biggest disappointment was the sides. The tray includes sides, but they are VERY small. My order of onion rings consisted of only five small onion rings, which was pretty underwhelming. The coleslaw actually tasted good, but again, the serving was tiny. To be fair, the prices do reflect what you get, so I wasn't expecting huge portions. If you're looking for an inexpensive meal, Cook Out delivers decent value. Overall, I'd probably come back for one of the chargrilled burgers, but I would definitely skip the hot dogs and keep my expectations in check when it comes to the sides. Three stars feels about right.

I visited around 9:30 pm on a Sunday night & the drive thru line took f o r e v e r. Only 3 cars…read morewere in front of me once I ordered yet the line was at a near standstill for 15-20 minutes. I received my order at 10 pm and all of the food items were wrong I also received a cup of tap water despite the order board displaying "bottled water" as the water drink option. I parked and walked inside to get things sorted. The cashier at the counter was very attentive, apologetic and quickly righted things. She informed me that they had a lot of new employees and were still working things out. I appreciate her honesty and efficiency! Had it not been for her this would have easily been a 1-star review. It seems Cookout is the place for high schoolers to hang out on summer nights. Upon exiting the building there were several large groups of kids standing about & sitting at the outdoor tables. And the drive thru lines were both packed out by the time I got back to my car. Overall, I wished I had stopped somewhere else.

If you want a chili dog in BHM, there is no other choice. Heck, if you want a chili dog, go to BHM…read morefor this one. My first time at this place, I was debating the condiments for my two dogs. The cook was so cool, he prepped me a third on the house his preferred way. So friendly. So tasty. Ambiance-wise, don't expect much, but it's ideal for a chili dog spot!

OMG!!! I drive a distance for these always fresh hot dogs. About 4-5 bits and it's over. I am…read moregreeted with kindness and a smile every time. You must try them and thank me later. It's a small place nice but I always eat in the car and drive.