The Dog Hut

The Dog Hut in Ormond Beach: Willfully Violating Civil Rights—And Serving Terrible Food While They’re At It Let’s start with the obvious: the food here is bad. Greasy, tasteless cheeseburgers. Overcooked fries that taste like they were pulled from oil older than the building. And while we didn’t order a hot dog, we watched one being served—limp, gray, and straight out of lukewarm water. Not grilled. Not appetizing. But far worse than the food is the owner’s blatant disregard for the rights of people with disabilities. That yellow Smart Car you see in the photos? It belongs to the owner of the Dog Hut. And they choose—deliberately and repeatedly—to park it illegally in the ADA hash-marked wheelchair access lane, blocking the path meant for those who use mobility devices. When I spoke directly to the owners about this violation, I was blown off. Their excuse? “People park there and go gamble next door.” In other words, they know it’s wrong—and they don’t care. The owner continues to use that space as their personal parking spot, even though it’s a clear violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act and an infringement on the civil rights of people who rely on accessible spaces. This isn’t a harmless oversight. It’s a choice. A choice to ignore the law. A choice to block access. A choice to tell disabled customers that their presence and rights don’t matter. Come for the kitschy hot dog stand charm if you want—but know that the food is bad, and the values are worse.

One star is generous.

Let’s start with the food: greasy, bland cheeseburgers with no flavor. The buns were the only redeeming element. Fries were overcooked and tasted like they were fried in motor oil—maybe last week’s. The hot dogs, which you’d think would be the one thing they’d get right, were a sad joke. Lukewarm, watery, rubbery messes. Not grilled. Not boiled. Just…floating.

But here’s what’s truly appalling: the owner’s bright yellow, branded Smart Car is proudly parked across the hash-marked ADA access aisle like it’s part of the decor. I approached the owner and his wife inside to ask about it. Their response? “Yeah, we know we’re not supposed to park there, but people park and go to the casino next door and stay all day.” So the solution? Take away essential access space from disabled people—because they feel entitled to it.

As a multiple amputee who uses a wheelchair, I struggled to get in and out of their establishment. These spaces and access lanes aren’t optional—they are legally required for people like me to have a chance at participating in everyday life. The photos attached to this review speak for themselves.

Entitled, unapologetic, and indifferent. That attitude alone deserves a boycott.

Spotted this place while getting gas next door and decided to give it a shot. We are glad we did. I got the junkyard dog and my girlfriend got the Chicago dog, they were great. It's been quite a while since I've had a good hotdogs. Definitely give it a shot if you've got a few minutes.

Reported this disgusting place to DBPR. I waited behind the register to order and saw the old man making the hotdogs without gloves on. I saw him pick up the buns with his bare hands and I regret not taking a photo of it. The old lady at the register also handling food has a cigarette in her hand! Listen, if this your home, I don’t care if you sit on your food and eat it but you are an establishment! I walked out of there because I am not giving those hotdogs to my kids.

It’s a hot dog cart with a roof and that’s about it. A Chicago Dog? Not even close. A Carolina Dog? If you like your canned chili on your slaw, sure. Boiled hot dogs are their thing. And look out for the old guy coughing on your food, it will happen.

Just talked to the owner from New York for 20 minutes go back. He’s hilarious.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Hot Dog

This is a cute little mom and pop place, the service was quick and the burger was delicious especially with the pickle spears!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The only reason for the three on the atmosphere, because there is no indoor seating. You'll be sitting by the road. Which is still unique.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Hot Dog

Best cheeseburgers ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: American Bacon Cheeseburger, Fries

Man running the place has 0 customer service skills. We asked what oil they use because my sister's fiancé is deathly allergic to peanuts, and instead of just saying he didn't know, he was rude and confrontational. He could've skipped the whole interaction by just saying he didn't know, but instead, he was disrespectful. Lady with him seemed nice, though, and I'm sad we couldn't have figured it out. You should go to the cheezy sandwich shop 2 buildings down instead. Infinitely better

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Absolutely disgusting behavior by the old man working today. Told my brother in law that he had an "illness" because he has a deathly serious peanut allergy and they didn't know what oil they use. Tried describing the box to him because I work in the food industry and was told "100 companies make boxes like that" when all I was trying to accomplish was to have him find the box and tell us what it said. Unacceptable behavior, especially because we had smiles the whole time. I feel bad for the kind old lady working with him because she was trying to help us out, but he did not handle the situation right at all. Instead go to the burger place 2 buildings down

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Heard was the best dog around. Show up at 420pm for them to be closed. Google says 5pm closing on Sundays. Cant even give a review other then their posted hours of service is nonsense. Also drove 40 minutes out of the way for nothing. Sucks !

That owns it is fabulous they treat you like family when you walk in you can get whatever you want if they have it they'll put it on a dog in the cigarette sauce is delicious

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great place to Stop ✋️ ? ?
And get some Hot dogs ? ??
Maybe a soda ? or cold beer ? in a can of course, ? and there's definitely more on the menu so don't fret if you rather have something else, just Stop by and check this place out before continuing on your journey, trust me you won't be disappointed ?

Parking: Around the back of the building is plenty of parking, so Stop and grab some lunch y'all ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chili Cheese, Chicago Dog, Hot Dog, Fries

Very rude owner for no reason DO NOT

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1