50 Best Hot Dogs near Manhattan

“short: delicious food, great prices, excellent service

money-saving tip: happy hour 2pm-5pm milkshakes $5

money-saving tip: the kiosk asks for a tip, which I think is ridiculous, make sure to press NO!

long: I first noticed this location back in November 2024. I never heard of the place, so I looked it up here on Maps and was pleasantly surprised by the reviews of the NJ locations. Then, in April, I walked by, and people were inside it. It looked like they were getting ready to open. I walked in to ask when it would open. The guy turned out to be Chaudhary, the owner. He seemed friendly. Three months later, July, I start hearing neighbors talking about how good the burgers are. I went and it was very busy with plenty of staff. I played it safe and ordered a classic single burger with pepper jack cheese and onions rings and a double veggie burger for a friend. I also got a brownie milkshake. The owner himself was serving the food to the customers. They bring it to the tables, too. I liked it. It wasn't greasy. The bread is soft. The burgers seem to not be seasoned, which I find interesting because I like it, even with no sauce. I think if the food is good, there's no need to drown it in ketchup or sauce, but a neighbor of mine did complain about it not having seasoned, so it's worth mentioning. Since then, I've been going nearly every single day, sometimes twice a day. They let you customize the food, which is great. I always substitute for pepper jack cheese, add A1 sauce to the burgers and cheesesteak, and add tomatoes to the cheesesteak. The milkshakes are a very big problem for me. I go every single day if I'm able to make it for happy hour and alternate between the brownie and red velvet. I've also had the cinnamon toast crunch and the oreo, but they just don't have the more fulfilling chewy texture of the brownie and red velvet. The cheese curds to me are like chunks of mozzarella cheese, a one and done for me. If I get sides, it's usually the onion rings or fries. The onion rings have a very satisfying light crisp. The wayback gold sauce is basically honey mustard. It's pretty good, and what I get with my sides. The best sandwich by far is the buffalo chicken sandwich. It's massive and delicious. The chicken is tender and probably had a personal trainer. I have to be pretty hungry to be able to finish that. The A1 burger is my favorite one. I ask for extra A1 sauce on the side to dip it. I really like the chicken bowl, but I sub ceasar instead of ranch, pepperjack cheese, no bacon. Ahmad is the friendly manager. Camron is the confident & friendly cook. He asks the customers for feedback on his cooking with a big smile on his face. As far as the breakfast, I've had the breakfast bowl and the egg and cheese sandwich with tater tots. I get the egg & cheese sandwich with tater tots almost every time. The breakfast shift is very slow, so I wouldn't recommend it unless you have plenty of time to wait. I highly recommend it for lunch and after.“

“First time here today! Will def be back! Apollo and Mahi taco-amazing!!!!!! Thanks Eva's!“

“Honestly, these are the best hot dogs in all of New York. The bun, the sausage, the mix of flavors, the way they’re prepared… everything is truly on another level. The person who served us —I imagine he’s the owner— was super friendly. You can really tell when people put passion into what they do. Highly recommended!“

“When my brothers were kids, they would stop to eat at Hiram"s on their way back from Palisade's Amusement Park. My mom would always ask why. My brothers replied, "the food is better at Hiram's! When I worked for Thomas J. Lipton in Englewood Cliffs, my co-workers and I went to Hiram's for lunch often. I plan on going very soon! I so love Hiram's for the food and it's longevity.“

“Great hot dog place for a quick bite. Multiple hotdogs options. A staple in our restaurant rotation. Our go to hotdog place. Our favs are the Texas Dog and Hawaiian Dog. Open very late and the juice/slush (not sure what its called) is pretty good as well.“

“So delicious! You must order at the kiosks outside, and then walk in the back to pick up your order. Service was fast and you can tell they take care to make sure quality is satisfactory. The space was clean, although there’s no where to sit or stand and eat. So you have to take your food outside and find a spot, which is not always pleasant because 32nd street is very busy. Regardless, the hot dog was so tasty and the portion size was large. I would come back here!“

“Excellent dogs, we like big ones deep fried. 👍 Delicious fries, onion rings, Lilly kraut - the best!! Great staff too. Highly recommend.“

“We came here for a quick bite. I just ordered an ordinary frankfurter, although there are many more complex styles. I did not realize there was a speakeasy inside here and they'll deliver the hot dog to your seat. I should come back here to try more options.“

“I have been buying their hot dogs for 48 years and they have the best chili. I travel 1-1/2 hours to buy their chili for my BBQ parties.“

“Great place Great food very nice people“

“Possibly one of the best hot dogs I’ve ever had! I stumbled upon this spot on a whim while visiting clients in Queens, and I’m glad I did. From the very first snap, I could tell this had to be a homemade or custom dog — it didn’t have that generic taste so many hot dogs do. The seasoning was perfect, and it actually tasted like a real meal rather than just a quick snack.

On my second visit, I asked the team in the truck why their dogs were so good. They explained that it’s a custom blend made exclusively for them and a few high-end retailers who serve it in their restaurants.

Highly recommended if you’re in the area or even feel like you want to drive out.“

“We stumbled across this place yesterday, we dipped in from the cold for a break and had a pleasant surprise, the staff were so welcoming and made sure we got a seat at the bar... later realised I had read about the bar previously, the hot dogs are a lovely touch and drinks amazing prices. x“

“LOVE this stand! The best in NY! Support the vets who fought for our country! The food is fresh and perfect! 👌🏻“

“An absolute amazing experience! With me riding a bike having the window to just drive right up to an order is an A+! The woman helping me at the window was extremely nice and honestly beyond generous manners. I could not recommend this place enough also has a nice beautiful seating outside not only do they have hotdog but they have chicken, fish, pastrami, macaroni, salad, etc..

HIGHLY highly recommend!!!“

“With an appetite on the search for a corndog, we avoided the questionable city food trucks and google searched the closest one; Chelsea Papaya turned up.

The corndog as seen in the photo, was crunchy, great balance of mustard, ketchup, cornbread and overall ✨amazing✨ soo if you’re particularly looking for a cornbread, check the place out. Staff was nice.

will come back“

“Doughnuts are super yummy! And the milkshakes are soooo good!“

“Got the half mozzarella, half beef dog with the potato coating and it hit the spot. Super crispy on the outside, cheesy and juicy on the inside. It is one of those things where you take a bite and immediately want another.

Edit: I wish it came with a full beef dog instead of just half, and the kimchi fries didn’t include enough fries or kimchi for what we paid.“

“First noticed while watching the movie Fools rush in. Since my last name is Gray I always wanted to go there. Been there in 2010 the first time and immediately fell in love. A couple a weeks ago I went to New York on short notice and the first thing on my to do list was going there. Say what you want. Those are the best hot dogs on the planet. And I will go there again everyone I visit NYC. You just have to love them❤️“

“My buddy talked highly of this place so I gave it a shot. In less than a month I've made the trip 3 times and can't wait foe the next. The owner and his wife are fantastic, welcoming, and super into thier craft. I say craft because these aren't generic combinations, theyre thought out combinations and flavors that work perfectly in whatever way you like. It's my favorite hot dog spot I've ever visited. I can't wait to go again!“

“Best mochinuts I’ve had!! Great place, super friendly staff and amazing food and drinks!! I love this place!!“

“Righteous 💪 worth the trip, worth the money. Take a moment and tip the staff slicing and preparing your food. Absolutely worthwhile to make the trip. I drove 45 minutes out of my way to try the food and I’m happy I made the effort, my craving was satisfied.“

“I recently moved to the area and Ive been on the hunt for the best food in the area - one of which was finding my new go to korean fried chicken place. This place did not disappoint and the high reviews left here are worth the hype. Ordered the spicy soy garlic + fries combo and it was deeeelicious. Fresh, hot, with the perfect amount of spice and the wings are bigger than what you'd get at a chain fried chicken restaurant. I also upgraded my fries to the truffle parmesean - truffle isnt as outstanding of a flavor but the parm was pretty good. The service is also so nice! Ill definitely be back to try their other food~“

“Skip the street meat carts in the park and head to Tommy's Doghouse! Located in a prime spot in the park, this shack is a must-visit. The food is reliably fresh, and the coffee is excellent. The owners are the best: super friendly, and fast. They accept cash and card (tap to pay).“

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“My fav spot in the area - good beer selections as well as cocktails so it pleases everyone in the crew. The bartenders are also so fun and such a pleasure to be around - Melissa is usually working when we’re there and is the sweetest (Makes an excellent negroni too)!“

“Hamburguesas deliciosas y las papas con salsa de queso!!!!“

“This restaurant is exceptional Quality food prepared beautifully Thoughtful selection of items on menu made by the chef and whomever else curates the kitchen There may be an over abundance of restaurants in New York that supply ambience, notoriety, and sometimes exotic preparations of food Westville keeps the food identifiable, presented in a way that makes you salivate!!!)) More of this, please“

“I’ve tried over a dozen Halal carts in the city, and this one has by far the best chicken over rice. Once you try it, you’ll go out of your way to come here every time you crave halal.

The chicken is juicy and always perfectly flavored and cooked. All ingredients are fresh. The sauces are great, and the red sauce is VERY spicy (love it)

The folks running it are super friendly and the cart is kept clean.

I’m legitimately concerned that once people find out about this place, there will lines around the block. It’s one viral TikTok away from becoming an overcrowded tourist spot.“

“The girls at the counter are super nice and very aesthetic. The place seems really nice and the food here is super good. I’ve been eating here for the past two years with my boyfriend and we both love it at all price matches, food quality, and will forever come every day of my life Every hour“

“A quick stop at Nathan's Famous with all items available on menu. Great service from the senoras holding it down in that area of BK. Clean. Quick. Great fresh food. Amid other amenities to grab on the go with really banging desserts available at the same spot. Definitely a place to visit when you're itching for that kind of food experience. A very New York food experience.“

“BEST hot dogs in NYC hands down! Recommended 100%. Also try the other amazing Venezuelan specialties they have to offer. You won't regret it ;)“

“I ate a really good hamburger here for the price of a fast food hamburger. Please support local small businesses. This is a cash-only place with an ATM available.“

“Love this place! The sandwiches are authentic and very delicious. They have a big variety of drinks and other Asian street food, like Korean cheese corn dogs. It can take a while for you to get your food, but other than that, I will definitely keep coming back!“

“Great late night place to grab a bite.“

“Friend just brought me here for breakfast, street parking can be a bit challenging otherwise the place was great. Seating was plentiful.

My friend and I ate a bacon egg and cheese on toast. The entire sandwich is a beautiful presentation. The toast was golden brown, warm and sliced as to envelope the ingredients. The cheese a warm gooey skin around the walls of the toast. The bacon, added wonderful flavor to the fluffiest eggs I have seen in quite a while. I highly recommend stopping in and trying it for yourself. Your taste buds will thank you!“

“This place is always on point. Burgers always juicy and tasty. Fries always crisp ! Always a return customer on a weekly basis !“

“Went there today for the first time with my wife, I had the 10 West burger, so delicious, cooked perfectly and the burger was huge, just the right number of toppings and the bacon jam hit it out of the park. The sweet potato fries were excellent and enough for two people. The chips that come with the burger were also good. My wife had the regular burger with no cheese and an order of regular fries. She really enjoyed it and said it was cooked perfectly. The staff was friendly, the owner, Mel, greeted us, took our order and chatted with us while our order was being prepared. We were given a little disc that lit up and vibrated when the order was ready to be picked up at the counter. One of the best burgers around! A little pricy, but definitely worth it! We'll be going back for another delicious mouthwatering experience!“

“Our party of six received excellent service. The atmosphere encourages you to relax. You'll find outstanding meals at reasonable rates. The staff combined warmth with helpful attitudes and easy conversation. To sum up, service was attentive and I want to try this place again.“

“The food is always great here! Service is great. If there is a downside, I would say too many people. But it's not their fault. Just the area. There is outside seating. Nothing really healthy here, but they know that. Come for comfort food, not healthy.“

“Good mochi donuts on the go! The flavors are best and the dough is soft and gooey! Love the ube flavor! Location: It is located inside Hmart grocery store. Once you enter go right side and you will find the food court. There is a few seatings inside, but due to covid it is better to take the donuts home. Service: I did not have any interaction with the employees. We just order and go. Food: All that we ordered was delicious, we had UBE, MATCHA, YUZU, NUTELLA, COOKIES and CREAM and BLACK SESAME. My favorites are UBE and BLACK SESAME, they have distinct flavors. The dough is soft and gooey, which is what I like for a mochi donut. Price rating: 7/10, it was not that bad for the price. The donut is good! Will definitely come back here if I visit again Hmart in this location! Get the Ube and Black Sesame!“

“Stopped by Jackson Heights, it was delicious & well worth the Q70 bus ride & walk from LGA & back. ���“

“Chili dog and fries were very good. It took longer than expected to order and get the food because there was only one person taking orders and cooking. The Nathan’s share the space with Pizza Hut and dunkin so that’s cool if you want to order from multiple spots. I will come again.“

“This place is probably in my top favorite burgers I’ve ever had. We had the Californian and a cheese burger. The buns they use are some sort of brioche and it really took the burgers to the next level. The portions were surprisingly great, especially for this area of Manhattan. The fries were so good too! I’m a burger snob and this place exceeded my expectations!! It is very small inside but there is some outdoor seating. I’ll def be eating here again next time I’m in nyc!“

“I love this spot for the most part, but have only been 3 times. The reason for that is every time I go, it’s an insanely long wait to get a drink. I’m not sure if I got unlucky with only going while they only have 1 bartender, but we’ve only gotten 1 drink each time because we couldn’t deal with waiting for another.“

“First time visiting, and it was delicious!“

“great food and great service“

“Out of this world burger..“

“Great food and friendly service!“