Top Dog

Seoul Hotdog is a must whenever we're in the Berkley area! I have to say their korean dogs are…read morebetter than the ones I had in actual Korea! I always get the mozzarella and sausage fill and I appreciate they alternate between mozzarella, sausage, mozzarella, sausage vs just half mozzarella and half sausage. The cheese pull is a satisfying 10/10. Love the unlimited topping options as well! I think the sugar, ketchup, honey mustard, and honey butter are the perfect toppings for any hot dog you order. Will be back!!

Seoul Hotdog holds residence at the end of Hearst Food Court across from campus. They have 5…read moredifferent crust options: original, potato, sweet potato, hot Cheetos, and ramen. Besides hotdogs you can also get 3 types of cheeses, and they even have a veggie option. I love getting the mozzarella or hotdog with the potato crust. It's really filling. For that crust it's good to let the corn dog sit for a few minutes because it can burn the roof of your mouth. The inside is nice with 2 TVs playing Korean pop and other videos but there are only 3 tables. The food court has many large group tables outside. It's worth noting they are closed on Sundays, they also close random times so just check their schedule before venturing out there especially if you are driving far. I believe it's family run, so they take a week or two off during the holidays or for family vacations.

#1) Seoul Hotdog with ketchup and sriracha mayonnaise

One of the many Korean pop culture references around the restaurant

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Interior of the restaurant

Dojo Dog

4.1(143 reviews)

2.3 mi•West Berkeley

We were in the neighborhood, hungry, and knew the area lacked abundant food offerings. We had seen…read morethe cute little Dojo Dog food truck (well, food trailer) before -- and this time gave it a try. Glad we did! Rebecca was running the truck with her husband, and they were warm, friendly, and hard-working. That same care reflected in the food. Comforting flavors, big portions, and just what we needed. ---- Food ---- The hot dogs here are big, delicious, and fantastic value for the price. Wushu Dog: Loved this one. Inventive and delicious. Great texture, topped with pork sung and crispy cabbage, plus katsu sauce and Japanese mayo. Savory, crunchy, and satisfying. Sumo Dog: Japanese curry beef chili with cheese and fresh scallions. Hearty, comforting, and perfect for that chilly evening. Fried Foods: We didn't try, any but they serve fries and potstickers too. The fries seemed to be a crowd favorite at Great Notion Brewery next door (which is partnered with Dojo Dog). Definitely getting them next time. Rebecca told me she enjoys experimenting with new dishes, and the creativity shows. Looking forward to trying more! ---- Drinks ---- We didn't but drinks as we were enjoying beer at Great Notion, but Dojo Dog also offer drinks like milk tea. ---- Bonus ---- As I mentioned, they partner with Great Notion, one of our FAVORITE bars in the Bay with the best smoothie beers and stouts. You can bring your Dojo Dog inside and pair it with their awesome beers. Inventive hot dogs + beer = awesome evening ---- Vibe ---- Cute little food truck, family-run charm, friendly service, and an endearing hole-in-the-wall feel. The whole setup feels local and community-driven. In fact, it was originally created by Berkeley students. Very cool. ---- Overall ---- Amazing hot dogs, great beer next door, friendly owners, inventive sides, and a fun, low-key vibe. It will hit the spot every time. Can't wait to come back and try more from their menu!

asian fusion hot dogs from a bright blue food truck is a concept that should not work as well as it…read moredoes but here we are. got one with like teriyaki and crispy onions situation on top and it was genuinely fun to eat, messy in the best way. the toppings are what make it, whoever is coming up with these combos has a good brain for flavor. prices are super low which makes it even better, this is a $ spot and you feel that in a good way. only open on weekends which is a lil annoying if ur craving it on a wednesday which i have been multiple times. the truck is easy to spot which helps, hard to miss that blue. fun to bring people to who haven't been bc the reaction when they take the first bite is always good. casual and unpretentious, no fuss just interesting food done well. 142 reviews at 4.1 feels right, its a solid fun experience every time. weekend lunch solved honestly

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Yummy's Hot Dogs

4.6(9 reviews)

2.3 mi

Back for a follow up! Happy to report this cart is still…read morerunning exactly as it has throughout the decades. Same owner/operator, hot links identical to the way they were in 2004. They open around 10:30am along Hollis south berkeley, boarding emeryville. Cash only.

1390 66th St Emeryville, CA 94608…read more "Yummy's Hot Dogs" is a hotdog cart at the corner of Hollis x 66th St in Emeryville, CA. I had a nice experience here. I was driving thru Emeryville on Hollis, and decided to stop and try their dogs. The area was very clean, and I felt pretty safe. The older man running the hotdog cart greeted me, and I asked for a Polish dog. He asked for my toppings and I asked for light mustard, kraut, and raw onions. He told me this hotdog stand has been here about 15 years. He said he usually closes at 4pm. My hotdog was juicy and hot. The bun was fresh and soft. The toppings were neatly placed on the hotdog. I think the prices are fair for a quick meal.

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Hotlink with ALL the toppings

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The spot. Along Hollis in south Berkeley, bordering emeryville.

Smokehouse

3.8(786 reviews)

1.0 mi•Elmwood

VERY GOOD Portions…read moreare big. Prices are very good for what you get. Hot dog: I got the chili dog. I ordered with all topping but they just put chili and cheese. It's very messy and hard to eat but tastes really good. The relish is sweet relish or something, I didn't like the relish. Burger: They use the good pickles. I asked for a side on the way out and I got a good amount of their amazing pickles. Burger patty is not too special, just a pre shaped patty, but it's good. Buns and toppings are good too. Very solid burger for the price. I was stuffed after eating both the burger and hotdog and could barely finish. I recommend this place highly Very good experience

I have driven by this place so many times and finally got a chance to check them out!…read moreI order: Chili Cheese Dog (4 Stars) with Onions and Mustard. They serve the grilled all beef dog on a good sized bun (grilled too), with American cheese on bun, at first I thought they forgot the cheese, but discover it was on the bottom. They lay down the dog onto the grilled cheesy bun, then add a good amount of chili, but not so much you can't see the dog, then a squeeze of mustard, then topped with sliced onions, not chopped. The chili has beans, decent flavor, but not much better than your standard canned chili. They serve with plastic knife and fork, definitely not a handheld chili dog. Good stuff! Onion Rings (4 stars) the onion rings are breaded and fried perfectly crispy. Good stuff! Until next time: Try cheese burger, grilled onions

1.9 mi•North Oakland, Rockridge

They take your order here

Alway Very Hot Fries With That A-1 Burger..!!

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Casper's Hot Dogs Oakland

3.9(133 reviews)

I'm probably reading into this too much, but this tastes like my childhood. You know, all the stuff…read morethat was space engineered in the 50s and 60s and then mass commercialized in the 80s. The all beef dog was delicious, the lemon slushy was very tart and far too sweet, the shredded Velveeta cheese facsimile was oily, salty. The chili could have come out of a can. And I would not change a thing. Thanks for taking me back.

I love this place. Nothing fancy but great high quality hot dogs with fresh tomatoes, onions, etc…read more Service is fast and friendly and always well presented food. Definitely worth many return visits. Patronize small businesses!

The lobby

Chili Cheese Dog :( and Diet Coke

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Myungrang Hot Dog - Berkeley

4.6(60 reviews)

0.0 mi•Telegraph Ave

Amazing Korean corn dogs, we have been looking for some good tasting hot Cheeto corn dogs and they…read morehit the spot! Owner/manager was super friendly and helpful! Cute hole in the wall for a quick snack!

First korean corndog in a really long time and this definitely hit the spot. They are huge and can…read moredefinitely fill you up, could possibly even share. The sweet potato was my personal favorite after trying the og potato as well. I like how they offer complimentary sauces and a wide variety aswell! They come out super hot and fresh which makes the cheese pull extra yummy. A lot of seating right outside the store to sit and enjoy with friends too. Would highly recommend.

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Korean corn dog! 7.18.25

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Yummy Hot Dog Cart

4.5(13 reviews)

1.3 mi•South Berkeley

One of the most treasured hot dog stands in Berkeley in my opinion. This guy works so hard everyday…read moreto bring people at Ashby Bart and from all over some of the best quick-to-go hot dogs, including Hot links (my favorite), polish, all beef, jumbo, and regular. Best of all, like many of the images here show, are his toppings! Seriously, cilantro, mayo, jalepeños, siracha, and regular toppings, they work so well and when he makes them it's magical, no joke. I hope his cart re-opens soon as I drove by today looking to get a hotlink but saw he wasn't there. COME BACK SOON!! And everyone... don't forget to tip well here please!!

Doing my hot dog thang, still. I walked by this cart for years when I commuted to The City. I ran…read morean early AM errand for my neighbor in the Southside and took the train from Ashby BART to campus. On this morning, I was drawn to the Yummy. I had a polish for breakfast, with the full effect. Every condiment and jalapenos. I managed to wolf this doggy down without making a mess as we pulled up in the Berkeley Station. Finishing off the last bite as I the escalator beamed me up, a really pretty woman smiled at me and said, "I, too, had a hot dog for breakfast..." as she wiped a bit of mustard off her lushest lips. Worked for me!

Hotlink with ALL the toppings and chips

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Berkeley's legendary hotdog stand

Mochinut Berkeley

3.2(58 reviews)

1.0 mi•South Berkeley

Had a super fun late night snack stop here! The food was delicious and fresh since we got it dine…read morein the three hotdogs we got which were half-and-half were super crunchy and delicious a bit greasy, but that's to be expected. The fruity pebble was my first time trying it and seems to be unique to this Mochinut location. Hot Cheeto was delicious as always, and the crunchy rice was a bit hard but yummy. I loved the mint blue milk tea, but sadly the lemonade tasted a bit artificial and did not look ombre like the photo. This location also had a ton of different options for food like croffles , cheesecake, shaved ice, tornado fries, onigiri and more! so overall an amazing pitch in terms of versatility for late night snacks. Service was a bit ghost kitchen like but nothing to complain about.

The service is poor. You have to order at a kiosk and the staff aren't friendly. The donuts are…read morepremade and don't taste fresh.

2.5 mi•Temescal, North Oakland

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Funnel Cake (Raspberry)

Tallboy

4.4(188 reviews)

So been living in Oakland for going on 15 years now. I'm not what you would call a "bar" person. I…read moretend to enjoy my cocktails, wine, and beer in the cozy confines of my own home. That said I'm occasionally inspired to go check out the local watering holes for a good pour, some food if possible, and just to be in the presence of the human pulsation. Walking into Tallboy on a Thursday afternoon was a bit like Nirvana for me. There is a comforting vibe of neighborhood and after work people shedding responsibility and "toe the lineness" and transitioning to pondering true meaning and the other side of the elliptical bend over nicely crafted cocktails and HOTDOGS! I am a hotdog fiend, and Tallboy has a very creative range on the menu that does not disappoint. From a basic onions/mustard, an Elote Dog, an a Coney Islandesque (it has chili) version. Some folk go to bar and line up shots (or craft cocktails). At Tallboy you can do that AND line up their hotdogs which I intend on doing in the very near future. The pleasantries don't stop at the food (there are other delicious snack items on their menu to choose from too). Tallboy has a fully stocked bar, and the menu has a list of really unique and delicious signature craft cocktails. I'm not a Mezcal drinker, but I ended up dubiously ordering their Guava Martini which to my smokey surprise is made with Mezcal. I stayed with the smokey fruitiness of this Guava Martini as it was my mistake that I did not read in the description it is made with Mezcal, and ended up chasing it with their Tamarindo Cocktail which also has Mezcal. To those who really enjoy Mezcal the Tallboy Guava Martini and the Tamarindo Cocktail do not disappoint. Both have that deep Smokey Mezcal essence, but cut with the fruit sweetness. I personally think the Tamarindo balances well with the Mezcal. The Guava Martini the Mezcal comes through stronger, but both are just the tonic to release any existential pinging going on in your head. If you really want to kick in the hyperdrive pair either of these with an Elote Dog. I had their Deli Dog which sufficed. I think the Deli Dog would pair better with their standard Martini, but hey let's us not bring that snobbiness into Tallboy. Tallboy has an element of cloak and dagger or secret treehouse club about it. What I mean here is there is no signage on the outside (please keep it that way!). When you walk past all you see is this quaint beigeish/yellow brick façade of an establishment which begs you to press your face to the glass and scan what in the blazes is going on in here! Before you know it you are caught in the Tallboy tractor beam, and you find yourself sitting at the bar with some kind of craft drank and hotdog pondering the space and the very nice old fashioned wainscoting painted a shade of green circa 1930 (my description of winning in life). The cadre of bartenders are all really pleasant folk, very attentive (checking in with you to see if you need another round, hotdog, or snack), have tight shaker skills, and they know their craft and the menu. Tallboy also has SLUSHIES, and I did not do a deep dive on them, but I'm positive they may/do put spirits in them; or not. Also I noticed other patrons with a beautiful enticing thing that looked like an ice cream sundae milkshake hybrid (it had what looked like whipped cream on top) in on old timey soda fountain ice cream goblet. This could be a craft cocktail they make with the slushie, but major props for serving it in that goblet. I will investigate on my next visit which I intend to be very soon. Tallboy is the kind of bar establishment I could easily adopt as my after work living room for a couple of hours everyday.

Had an amazing experience at Tallboy!…read more Sat at the bar on a sunny weekend and immediately loved the vibes. Bartenders were friendly and seemed to know a lot of the regulars. Can't quite describe it but it didn't feel like an SF bar, felt more open and like a community watering whole. On to the food and drinks. I'm vegetarian so was so excited to try the dogs - which are vegan. And I may be biased but you cannot tell that you're missing out on anything with all the flavor packed combos. The bun was fluffy and soft and you have multiple fun themed options to choose from. My partner and I ended up getting the deli dog and truffle meltdown. Deli was perfect - classic mix of spice and crunch with the spicy brown mustard and giardiniera peppers. And the truffle meltdown was so savory and decadent - totally different flavor profiles from each dog! We were only going to grab one drink but the menu was so inventive we ended up getting two. I ordered the banana hammock (which comes with a fire show) and espresso martini slushee which was is up there with the frozen Irish coffees I've had in New Orleans. Man writing this has my mouth watering... definitely coming back for more dogs, drinks, and vibes!

The bat and the awesome bartender!

Free AYCE popcorn with your dranks!

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Cheese in the trap

310 Eatery

4.6(1.3k reviews)

2.9 mi

The food we ate at 310 Eatery really hit the spot. It's an Asian fusion restaurant that has an…read moreextensive menu! Everything we ordered was flavorful and the ingredients were so fresh. The owner and staff members were so personable. They made sure we were taken cared of. You just don't get that level of customer service very often! It's a casual space with tons of seating. My absolute fav part of the meal was the dessert. WOW. The peach and strawberry cobbler was so fresh. You can even smell the butter before taking a bite. The vanilla ice cream brought everything together. A bit pricey, but definitely worth the splurge!

Good food! Loved the Maple Root Beer too. One thing they need to do to help the experience is put a…read morecoat of resin or polyurethane on their tables. They are super sticky and not smooth. Doesn't make it feel clean. Food was great and service was 10/10

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Randy B.

209

7 years ago

Walking down Telegraph Ave I get to the corner of Durant. I look down Durant and I can see the building. As I walk up Durant its as if no time has passed since the last I was here. I arrive and look into the building and realize, after 44 years I finally made it back to Top Dog. With the exception of the position of the flat top grill, its as if nothing has changed. There is a line out the door (as I expected) and I can see dozens of sausages in various stages of cooking on the grill. I do a quick peek inside and once again I realize this is how a hot dog/sausage joint should be. Simple and nothing fancy. There's the sausages, the bun and ketchup, mustard, onions & relish ... THAT'S ALL. I order my usual from 40+ yrs ago, a hot link, and a Top Dog for my wife. When I get my order, I dress my hot link and I already know ... its going to be as good as I remember. After my first bite I realize it is actually better than I remember. And that's because I have had many disappointments in my quest to find a place that compares to Top Dog. The toasted bun is a perfect match, and the sausage is spiced right and cooked on the flat top just right. After finishing my hot link I go back and order a kielbasa, as well as a package of hot links from the fridge for me to take back home. Top Dog, you are still the best. read more

Rafita M.

591

147

372

9 years ago

This review reflects my own personal experience with this restaurant. By no means it's intended to slander the business in question and it's not biased by personal opinions or beliefs in any way. I swung by this place a few days ago during my lunch break. Top Dog is a bit cheaper than most of restaurants in Berkeley and the East Bay. To be honest I am not into hot dogs but I did not have much time for lunch and since this place was around the corner I decided to give it a try. My lunch did not start the best way; the person who took my order was rude, unprofessional and made very tacky comments that I felt were insulting to some of the guests that were having lunch that day. But that wasn't the only negative thing about this place. My hot dog was terrible. The bread was wet & mushy and the sausage had a stale taste. I added mustard to it to overkill the stale taste but it wasn't enough. I did not enjoy it. I do not think my German shepherd would have enjoyed it either. I won't come back again. I wanted to like this place but my efforts did not prevail. Top Dog failed to deliver in all counts; food quality & taste, customer service and dignity are nowhere to be found here. Do yourself a favor and find another restaurant, this restaurant can't put a decent hot dog together. read more

Nada D.

5 years ago

Employee joking about using prisoners as human test subjects for lethal experiments. 4:30pm Saturday 8/1. Durant location. While waiting for food with my child: 2 employees watch Rescue and Restore on TV; someone is sandblasting a rusty steel relic shiny new. One employee asks the other, "what is that process?" Other replies, "sand blasting. It's basically like standing in a 1000 mph sandstorm. I wonder what that would do to human flesh. That's what we should use prisoners for, science." I cannot tell you--joking or not--how repellent these words are, and from someone so young (mid-20s ish?) I confronted them. I told the man what he said was repugnant and that I hope he never ends up in prison, since there are, unfortunately, those who would do just what he suggested given the leeway His reply, "Well, I have been in prison before so.." I also said I would report this on Yelp. He said, "I hope you do." And so I am. I've eaten at Top Dog since 1995. I will never again. Ever. Neither will my 2 children. Clean your house, Top Dog, it stinks. read more

Mason S.

6 years ago

This place is a classic! The dogs are cheap and delicious and they grill/toast the buns too but the service here is atrociously awful. My kids don't ever want to stand in line and order because every worker without fail totally talks down to them. At first i thought my my daughter was being overly sensitive so the next time, I stood next to her in line and the worker basically rushed her and yelled at her to stand aside immediately after ordering. There was only one person in line behind us but for some reason the guy felt like he needed to get to the next order at the expense of literally intimidating the first customer. We've retuned several times and it's the same lousy rushed service from every guy. It's like they're trained to be rude to customers. So bad! If this place just had good service (not even talking excellent) there's no way they don't get 5 stars from everyone. Would I return? Yes but zenith a major caveat ...always go expecting bad service. read more

Foodwine B.

4 years ago

On a recent visit back to my old stomping grounds, I had the pleasure of visiting Top Dog Hot Dog Stand in Berkeley, and it was an incredible experience! The hot dog itself was delicious and definitely worth the wait in line - something I was more than willing to do. What really made my experience special, however, was the fact that the mascot - a hot dog wearing a hat - instantly reminded me of my old pal, Ned. He and I had been college mates at UC Berkeley and spent many summer days walking the streets of Berkeley during the Summer of Love and student protests. Now, when I see the mascot, I can't help but think of Ned and the good times we had together. I'm so glad to have been able to experience Top Dog for myself, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a tasty hot dog experience in Berkeley. read more

Agostinho C.

325

158

12 years ago

This is by far the worst customer service EVER!!,The dark employee behind the counter should be working at a horses stable not behind the counter. He was very rude and not friendly or approachable. HE HAS NO PLACE DEAKING WITH CUSTOMERS OR THE PUBLIC. If the owner wants to keep his doors open he must put his staff under serious training otherwise he will have to close his doors. I was direspected because of my accent even though my money is the same as any other person. He said he would not take my order because of my accent and was very offended by him. Stay away from this place because they dont know how to respect people from different races in the 21st century. I would never visit this place, i rather take my business somewhere where they appreciate and value customers. read more

Darren Y.

204

13 years ago

The best hot dogs I've ever had. Small place, no room for people to sit down and eat but it's a hot dog so you can stand and eat outside and talk with friends. Came here late at night with a moderately big group of people waiting for their hot dogs. There was only one person there and he starts cooking them as soon as you order, spreads them out on the grill and remembers who orders what. Took about 5 minutes only. What I like about it is that the quality is good, not something you can make at home. Words can't describe the taste, it is very unique. I would say though it is on the pricier side. I can probably buy 4 for over 10$ and still eat more, and i'm a pretty small person. Definitely best hot dog I have ever had, nothing comes close read more

Bud P.

585

11 years ago

This place is so trusty, I don't know what Cal would do without it. The Euclid location on Northside closing was such a loss. Top Dog is cheap and good, and open late. You walk in, shout out your order to the guys at the grill, pay ~$3-4 per dog, doctor it with whatever condiments you want (they've got relish, kraut, onions, ketchup and different types of mustard), and gorge. The sausages are great and there's lots of variety depending on what you like, my favorites are the hot link (it's spicy) and the bratwurst (good & basic). The rolls they come on are also good, and let you pile on the condiments without making a mess (this is crucial in a good hot dog). Open late, which makes it a great stop after visiting Kips and Pappy's. read more

Tyler W.

6 years ago

Coming back here to eat brings back great memories of my late undergraduate nights many years ago, trying to figure out which restaurant to stumble into. Fact: Top Dog is never a bad idea. Their sausages always have that deeply satisfying crunch and are cooked to greasy perfection. I usually get the Bockwurst and sometimes the Chicken Apple. But you can't go wrong with any of their other choices (which have remained largely unchanged for the better part of a decade). I've never had a bad meal here. Their condiments are stellar too. I've purchased the exact hot mustard in stores, but it never quite tastes the same - must be that South Side Berkeley ambience. Go Bears! Go Top Dog! read more

Leo S.

15 years ago

This is about as good as a hot dog place can get. If you are in a hurry, on your way somewhere else or just looking for a cheap dog--this is where you want to go. Now this is not where you go for the décor. It is a down and dirty Telegraph hot dog joint. And don't even bother to go here between 11 and 1 on your average weekday if you don't want to be completely swamped with Cal students. The hot dogs are great though. They don't use regular hotdog buns and their bratwurst should be called brat-best! (Okay, that was a completely awful pun! But it would be, like Top Dog, a lot better if you were completely toasted--which is the best way of having one of these dirty dogs.) read more

Brad B.

125

15 years ago

Top Dog is just your average wiener. Have you ever seen the "Soup Nazi" episode of Seinfeld? Well, subtract the soup and add hot dogs and you have half of the Top Dog staff. If they yell at me one more time about my wiener selection I might just flip over their onion and relish containers. The food is okay when you are drunk but they need to clean up the transient traffic outside. After being harassed by the Top Dog staff while ordering the last thing someone wants to deal with are the homeless wizards congregating outside--who havent showered since the Nixon administration. +1 hot dog selection -1 staff -1 transients read more

Jennifer J.

130

18 years ago

There's something about the 'soup nazi'-ness of this place that simply adds to the appeal (IF YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU WANT, GET OUT OF THE DOOR AND MAKE ROOM FOR SOMEONE WHO DOES!). I think I've tried everything on the menu with the exception of the hot link (I'm a wimp), and I love them all. The lemon chicken is INCREDIBLE, and I LOVE the german frank. Of course, I always am down for the classic, and the veggie one is even good - for being veggie. I have to admit I've driven 30 minutes to Berkeley at 1am just for Top Dog, so if that doesn't deserve 5 stars, I don't know what does. read more

JAY C.

9 years ago

The dog was too salty and bread was dry, while the price is still reasonable, a Costco dog yields a much, much better experience... and as luck would have it, I felt sick after eating the dog. It would also be nice if one could eat w/o the distractions of their Libertarian slogans plastered all over the walls. While I was eating, a child next to me kept asking his dad about what all the political/Libertarian signs meant. I thought eating junk food was supposed to be a nice break from reality?! Selling me a dog AND proselytizing to me definitely affects the "ambiance" of the place. read more

Dward S.

15 years ago

I was told by a friend about this place. Came here a few days ago and check it out. Doesnt look all that great from the outside but once you get near, you can smell it all; ammaahzinng! Walked inside, it was pretty crowded but who cares! You come out for good eats and that is the style in any Berkeley spots. So, don't mind the crowd, it is right outside UC Berkeley. I am a huge fan of chili cheese hot links or franks. So, that is exactly what I tried! Ammaaaahhzzzing!!! It cost about 4 bucks but it was well worth it. I highly recommend it. Check it out! read more

Annie S.

205

134

16 years ago

If you're ever in Berkeley, you've got to try Top Dog. I absolutely love their Lemon Chicken and Chicken Apple. I haven't tried anything else off the menu but I'm loving what I chose so far. You're able to add your own condiments. I don't because I simply love the taste of a plain hot dog. The buns they use are quite unique. It's good because It's actually crunchy, but I don't really like the sesame taste it provides. I think an original, grilled hot dog bun would do the honor of complimenting the sausage. read more

Paramjeet K.

10 years ago

I love how they are open late, I usually get off work during the late hours so it is a great option for an after-work meal. All of their hot dogs are good but I always get the smoked chicken apple. They are one of the only restaurants that I have seen that serve RC cola, I am always sure to leave with a cup of RC cola! This place reminds me of my youth and the cooks are always helpful with recommendations. Next time I go to Top Dog I am excited to try their famous apple juice! read more

Irene W.

17 years ago

the only times that i've eaten at top dog in my years at berkeley were when nothing else was open and/or i needed something to absorb the alcohol in my stomach. it's best at 2am when it's cold outside and you get your tasty dog piping hot. my only pet peeve is that one time the guy who was handling all the money started touching all the buns when he was putting them on the grill. gross! people need to wash their hands after touching money, you never know where it's been. read more

Jennifer W.

5 years ago

Top dog is the best dog! Although I would not recommend eating hot dogs every day, you can't go wrong with any top dog you order if you are a hot dog lover. Garlic dog, Calabrese, Bratwurst, Lemon Chicken, Chicken Apple - yummm. My only knock off star is a few times some of the cashier's were not to friendly but it's human nature, no one is happy all of the time, right!? Thank you Top dog for serving quality hot dogs for over 50 years I think! read more

Leo C.

17 years ago

A true Berkeley institution. The best place to get a wiener after a long night of drinking. I've never had a bad dog here & they have a good variety. Just yell out your order to the cook & have cash in hand & enjoy. Plenty of hot kraut and condiments to garnish your dog. I really enjoy the chicken apple & the kielbasa & hot links. Bonus: after you find your favorites, they actually sell dogs & buns to go to cook at home or at a bbq if you want read more

anita g.

19 years ago

5 star for the delicious hot dog -2 stars for the horrible service and the unsanitary HANDS! wow i really dislike that guy, he looked like he hasnt gotten any in years. and after he handled my money, he went for the hotdog buns WITHOUT WASHING HIS HANDS. and sorry kids, he did not have any gloves on. i would go back there, but before i do, im definitely checking who the cook is. if its that guy, haha no way am i even stepping in there, thanks. read more

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