It's a bummer that Wienerschnitzel closed its Irvine location, but I wanted to introduce my daughter to this fast food chain so we made the drive out to Lake Forest. I remember seeing a promo about their unbelievable $6 chili cheese deal which included two chili cheese dogs and chili cheese fries...now that's what I'm talkin' about! I didn't see any signage about it when we arrived at the restaurant and it wasn't on the menu, but I was able to order the deal. I also picked up two corn dogs for my daughter. Service was friendly and they even brought our order out to us when it was ready. My only gripe was that the air conditioning was busted and coincidentally it was a hot day outside. They had some electric fans running indoors, but a meal just isn't as enjoyable when you're sweating while eating. I also downloaded their app and besides the ordering function, I didn't see any reason to use or keep the app because Wienerschnitzel doesn't appear to offer points or rewards accumulation, membership deals, etc. Having said that, I'll be back next time when I'm hungry for a hot dog! read more

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I got to try Wienerschnitzel for the first time after signing up for their email list. They sent me a coupon to try one of their Chili dogs for FREE and I took their offer! The front lobby was very clean and the woman at the front desk was very kind. I wish I had gotten her name. The Chili dog itself was good. The flavor of the chili could have used a little more seasoning for my tastebuds. Yet, I'd give it a 4/5. I would definitely try them again to see what other flavors Wienerschnitzel has to offer. read more

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3 chili cheese dogs and a large fry. 18 dollars and change. Yea, I should have looked at the price first. Either way, nope Never again. read more

We had an absolutely wonderful time at this Wienerschnitzel. The service was professional, and the lady who took our order was genuinely warm and welcoming. My daughter didn't like the blue raspberry ice cream and they gave us a vanilla one for free and let us keep the blue raspberry one. I however liked the blue raspberry one. It was delicious very nice atmosphere. However, I would say one thing is that there booths are a little too crowded ( the benches are closer to the table that is typical for a fast food restaurant). That's the only thing I would complain about. Will definitely be returning! read more

We went through the drive-thru at the Lake Forest, CA store, thinking it would be fast and easy to get the "4 for $4 special" on Wednesdays. It was a good deal, until we received food that looked like it had been dropped on the floor, picked up, then wrapped! These are pictures of what my wife and I saw when we opened up the wrappers. Simply gross looking! Not taking any chances that they may have been dropped on the floor. We threw the dogs in the trash. I sent a complaint on the Wienerschnitzel website. A Mr. Gonzales replied that "all locations are independently owned and operated." He said he would forward my concern to the franchisee."That was it. The store never reached out to apologize, not even a peep! Apparently, the corporate office and the store do not give two s**ts about customer satisfaction! Is Wienerschnitzel so specialized and large that they are not worried about competition in the marketplace?? It is not about the 4 Dollars. It's about the restaurant and the corporate office taking responsibility for the poor quality product! read more

Wienerschnitzel - Fast Food Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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It's Wienerschnitzel, what can I say. Much more expensive than the old days, but you know why you came, you get exactly what you expected. I really go for the Tastee Freeze, which is perfect but once in a while succumb to a chili dog, which should always include cheese. I wish the corn dogs here better. read more

The Wednesday 4 for $4 is too good of a deal to pass up. Wienerschnitzel chili cheese dogs always hit the spot read more

Wienerschnitzel - Chili cheese dog - Fast Food Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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Hot dog was green. I've been here for years and I've never experienced this before. Lowkey scared imma get sick later read more

Ok, c'mon now! How can you rag on Wienerschnitzel?!! I mean it's Americas favorite hot dog! This is one of those places you now and again just gotta have. Chili Cheese dogs, Corn Dogs, Kraut dogs oh my! Seriously, if you go here thinking you're going to get a Michelin rated meal you live under a rock! This is just simply what it is,...a fast food hot dog joint! The dogs are always on point, the fries are always hot and fresh with plenty of salt, and the chili is always yummy! This location is right on when it comes to service, the staff is always super nice and friendly. read more

Ordered 4 chili cheese dogs. It was more onion than chili and I got 4. Very disappointed. read more

Wienerschnitzel - Ordered 4 chili cheese dogs. It was more onion than chili and I got 4. Very disappointed. - Fast Food Near Me - Lake Forest, California

They offer dine-in, drive-thru, and online ordering for pickup or delivery. Excellent options! There is always parking. Restaurant looks clean inside. The cashier lady has always been very kind and funny with us. So is the manager when he is available. When we come here, it is usually around 6:30 pm. So the restaurant is not busy at all. Our order is ready within a few minutes. My wife loves the jalapeño poppers from here, I usually just go for the mini corn dogs. read more

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If I could give negative stars I would. Made a delivery order with Juan. I never received my drink with my order. Juan says I would have to come in to get a refund even though this was an online delivery order made with my credit card. I will never order from this place again. They should have offered to deliver the drink that they mistakenly left off of the order even though it was paid for. Worst customer service experience ever!!! read more

Went to the drive-through, drive-through was fast the fries are nice and hot, friendly greeting order was correct. What more can I ask for, I'm just glad that they're down nearby our house !!! read more

Wienerschnitzel - Nice place - Fast Food Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Do you ever drive by a place 1000 times and never stop? I don't know why I stopped today, but I'm glad that I did. For the uninitiated, there's three dogs here. All beef, Polish, and blend. The dogs come in a bunch of different forms: corn dog, Chicago style, sauerkraut, chili. They also have fries. And shakes. That's all I have to say, it's not the highest quality but you get what you pay for and prices are reasonable. It's pretty tasty, and I'm gonna say something controversial: these thousand island fries that they have are better than the animal fries at In-N-Out. They have a lot of the same ingredients. Thousand island, cheese, fries. But these come with chili as well, and that takes this to the next level. Drive-through was courteous and efficient, answered all of my stupid questions with patience! read more

Wienerschnitzel - Thousand island fries and Chicago style dog - Fast Food Near Me - Lake Forest, California

This was my first visit to any Weinerschnitzel. We did not have them in the Midwest before I moved to California. I was impressed by the variety of hot dog flavors. I ordered the Texas BBQ one and the Chicago Style, both with all beef hot dogs. It was a slow day indoors, so I can't comment on the service. Here's my take on their food: I think the toppings carry the flavor. The Texas BBQ one was good, and the Chicago one was good enough. The hot dogs themselves are not as tasty as the ones I cook at home, which are Applegate brand hot dogs cooked in butter and olive oil until they are crispy on the outside. Clearly, I've spoiled myself. In general, I think fast food places such as Weinerschnitzel would benefit from cooking their food in higher quality ingredients, such as olive oil, lard, or even bacon grease. Vegetable oil or boiled water simply won't do. 4 stars on account of the variety and flavorful toppings, but the hot dogs themselves should be cooked differently. read more

It's Friday night March 1st and I'm personally feeling low and decided to spend part of my last couple hundred dollars on a root beer float. The young man who served me - who I've spoken to briefly in the past and liked immediately- showed just the best customer service at the very end of the open lobby day. As I walked out I even spilt the remaining tiny bit of float on the floor when I dropped my cup. He came out and mopped it and emphasized that it was no big deal and not to worry it's cool. I just find his work ethic and kindness worth mentioning and if he's in line for a raise maybe management can snap their fingers and make it happen because I work in customer service and sales and I know I'm not alone in noting how agreeable he is - but also the staff seem to be polite generally.. I didn't get his name I was too tired and embarrassed from the float faux pas. Oh, and also if you haven't tried Wienerschnitzel's rootbeer float, I get one pretty much every other night. I freakin love them. Yes, try them. read more

Service was great, John at the front was so kind. He was very polite to me and my friends and made our stay delightful. I will definitely be coming back. Thank you John! read more

While most reviews are centered around the wieners, this one is about ice cream. Ice cream? Yes, this is a Wienerschnitzel - Tastee Freez location so this is about the Tastee Freez side of things. The interior is dated and has a 1970s feel. I walked up to the register and my order was taken by a smiling young woman brimming with enthusiasm and positive energy. She was working both the drive-thru and the front counter, dashing back and forth. I ordered an M&M sundae with caramel sauce. It was very inexpensive. My treat was ready quickly. The soft serve ice cream was what you'd expect at any fast food joint. There were a few mini M&Ms on top and more in the bottom of the small cup. She was generous on the sauce which was the best part of the sundae. I'm sure kids would appreciate this far more than I did. read more

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ICE CREAM IS NOW ICY? This place has always been a standby for a nice ice cream treat in addition to chili dogs or burgers. But unfortunately the last dipped cone I got not only was icy but the chocolate dip flavor was lacking in chocolate. Very waxy. The ice cream used to be incredibly creamy and the chocolate dip was decadent and chocolaty. You all have an important space in providing sweet treats - don't mess it up! read more

Having ate at the restaurant for quite a while, I always appreciate the food that is served there as comforting and warm. While the food obviously isn't the healthiest, that's a given considering it's a fast food restaurant. Overall, the warm feeling of the food and the quick service from the cashiers and drive through workers contribute to an overall good environment that can help with long work days. read more

12-23-19 Update :-) I received really great service this morning. I arrived at around 9:30 am, thinking this is when they opened. I was let in early and allowed to order. They actually open at 10:00 am. After receiving my food was told where the condiments were located. Food was excellent and the quality of their food has been consistently good. I also posted a pic of their operating hours. read more

Wienerschnitzel - Current hours as of 12-23-19. - Fast Food Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Worst corndog ever!!! It was overcooked, and it tasted burnt. I couldn't even eat the whole thing. Terrible!!!

Been coming here since I was a youngin. Haven't been in a few years but I was craving it so I came back recently lol. It's still yummy and delicious as ever. However, the prices are ridiculous. Way overpriced for a freaking tiny chili cheese dog if you don't have a coupon. Must go with coupon or else not worth it in my opinion! read more

Wienerschnitzel - Fast Food Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Super bummed. Worker yesterday didn't have a mask on chewing gum and took my card with his gloves. He then proceeded to touch the microwave and pack up my food with the same gloves. Why can't they have one person pack up and hand off food and another touch customers cards and ring them up? Or... put the card reader outside he window like other fast food places? Not sure if I can ever eat here again during this pandemic. read more

I came here with my Dad and Brother for Father's Day since my Dad wanted some Wienerschitzel. We went inside to eat and the place was mostly empty. I got their all beef chili cheese dog, chili cheese fries and a soda. The guy at the counter seemed kinda new. He didn't know where everything was just yet. It took him a while to find a bag for me after we were done eating. My chili cheese dog was really salty. I think it was because I got the all beef hot dog and not the original hot dog. Now I know not to get the all beef because it is just too salty. My Dad couldn't even finish the rest of mine. The chili cheese fries were great as always though. They are always a must. They're probably my favorite thing to get at Wienerschnitzel hands down. So overall this place was jut ok. read more

Wish I could leave 0 star. Went at 10:30 to get mini corn dogs and ice cream and it was closed!! Either fix your hours online or stay open until it says you close. Very very upset. read more

Grabbing a quick cheap lunch today. Surprised to find it empty at 12:15. People must be planning to come tomorrow when the 61 cents anniversary sale is on. Had a Polish sausage sandwich today, using the buy-one-get-one-free coupon. The best part is the chili cheese fry, always a hit with my family. Yes I have a coupon for it also. I love, love, love those coupons. read more

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A hot dog place with a shrimp po-boy , I'm from New Orleans Louisiana and I have to say if you miss home get this sandwich OMFG get the sauce on the side make sure you get a pickle it makes the po-boy like home it's down right delicious , thanks guys I had two today lololololol read more

I ate at the Wienerschnitzel on 20652 Lake Forest Drive in Lake Forest. I ordered a Polish Sandwich: sourdough bread; with Polish sausage, mayo, mustard & pickles. You could taste the Polish sausage, the pickles, the mustard, and the mayo, a nice combination of flavors. I'm not a mustard friend, but in this case it helped. Green Chili Fries: green peppers, green chili, bacon, and, yellow cheese on top of the fries. The chili fries were spicy hot with those green peppers, but you can still enjoy the taste of bacon, the yellow cheese, and that green chili on those fries. The place was nice and clean. The cashier was nice and friendly. The preparation of the meal was great. I ordered a old fashion Strawberry Sunday: vanilla ice cream, strawberries, whip cream, and a cherry on top, it had a smooth rich flavor with chucks of strawberries & sauce, for a delightful treat! Then I went home to wright my review. Robert H. read more

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Service was good. Pleasant. Store seemed clean. Food was good. My complaint is presentation. I order a mustard dog. When I unwrapped it, the mustard was only on 1/2 of the dog. Also got a chocolate dipped cone. The girl either rushed through the process, or was not familiar on how to dip the cone. When it was handed to me, there were huge holes in the chocolate which allowed the ice cream to start running out. The chocolate was also running down the cone, as it was still "wet". The 2nd cone we got was fine. Overall, I would eat there again. Never an issue before. Just "sloppy" today. read more

Wienerschnitzel - Mustard dog. Mustard on only 1/2, plus dog cut in half. Presentation is not important in preparation apparently. - Fast Food Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Ahh nothing like a classic hot dog to feed your dog on a hot day... I felt as though I was the dog. They had the audacity to squeeze in 2 chili cheese angus dogs into a small container. When I tried to take it out of the bag, the contents were already all over the to-go bag before I had a chance to eat it. There goes 8 dollars worth of overpriced food down the drain. I had to slurp out the disgusting chili cheese from the bottom of the disgusting to-go bag. What a shame. Do not go here if you want decent service. Or if you ever wondered what it felt like to be treated like a dog, then be my guest. read more

Wienerschnitzel - 2 Chili cheese dogs in one small container. The contents spilled out. - Fast Food Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Every once a while i crave corn dogs and this place is close enough for me to go grab some quick ones. They have a 5 for $5.99 deal that's hard to pass on. This is a medium sized store that also has a drive thru for those of you that don't want to get out of the car. There was a long line so I went inside to grab some to share. It is always best when they make a fresh batch for you but sometimes you're not that lucky as I have had the not so fresh experience here. Good service is something you can't expect here for some reason but again just look past that and just remember you're at a Wienerschnitzel. I've never tried anything besides the corn dogs so i have no idea what anything else tastes like. Either way, for a snack or a random craving, this place will do the job for you. read more

An Orange County classic. And the new lemonade dip for the soft-serve ice cream cones is killer. One thing to remember: Ask for your corn dogs to be made fresh ... because anything right out of hot oil tastes better! read more

The food was made quickly and it was hot. During this pandemic, it seems like a safe place to go as the worker had a mask and gloves. I've read another review that said they didn't so I was a little worried but thankfully I didn't experience that. If people are really worried about eating out and catching the coronavirus then they shouldn't eat out at all because you can never be 100% sure you won't catch it. The chili cheese fries were delicious and hot. I also asked for a Dr. Pepper with no ice which they were able to get right. Overall quick and great experience. I'd give it a 5 but it's fast food and my expectations aren't too high for what I'm paying. read more

I've been eating hot dogs from Wienerschnitzel so long, they were named "Der Wienerschnitzel" when I first started going!! The corporation had to change the name to something a little more "politically correct"!! The young man who owns/runs this particular location is named Kasem. He has a great crew of people working for him that makes things correct on a consistent basis!! Keep up the good work young man!! read more

My boyfriend and I really wanted some tastee ice cream and the closest location to my house said their machine was broken. So we busted a mission to the next closest one to try and get there before they closed. When we pulled up to the drive thru, the loudspeaker said "we are currently closed" but then the dude working (we think his name was James?) spoke over it and said "ahhhh I can squeeze ya in" and we immediately asked excited and frantically "is your ice cream machine working??" And he said yea! He had such a great personality and I hope he gets a raise or something. My boyfriend has never posted a yelp review in all his years of using it, and he decided to make one just for this super nice and hilarious guy! Thank you James for being such a cool dude with great customer service! Never change! And sorry if you're name isn't James, but the guy closing on June 12th ^_^ You rock read more

First time here (Sat afternoon) and the guy working behind the counter (not sure if he was a manager) was awesome. I was accidentally charged for something i didnt request, which was fine, but he immediately refunded me without hesitation. They have my business for life! read more

Not the best hot dogs or burgers in the world.... BUT, great value. And fantastic service at this location. Our orders are always correct, staff are super friendly, and it's always a pleasure to eat here. Bathrooms are kept pretty clean too. There's plenty of times I choose to eat here over somewhere "nicer" because it's simply a better (and good) overall experience. Cudos to the owner and staff, ya'll are doing a great job. read more

Pepe was amazing! He provided excellent service with the biggest smile! We will be back for sure! Thanks Pepe you made our Friday!

3 meatballs on a hot dog roll is not a meatball sandwich. Figure it out and stop the charade.