The place is filthy inside. There are layers of grime over everything including cooking and good storage areas.
Brad Reile
Wasn't long ago that I really loved this place, but it's not what it was even 10 years ago. I only really go for breakfast, but as prices have gone up (significantly), quality has gone down. Bacon, for example, is now paper thin. All plates and utensils are now paper and plastic, and I'm sorry, but I expect my coffee to at least be in a mug. The atmosphere is still classic, minus the staff bickering. Really bummed about the lack of quality/pride in what they do because I swore by Mikes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Raphael Rivas
The food here was pretty good. Next time I will sit at the bar for better service possible.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Ryan Mazierski
First Prize Mike's is defiantly a restaurant that is worth trying. Their hotdogs with mustard, onions, and meat sauce are very good. They have been in business since 1947 and it is a well known spot in Schenectady. Service is very fast and friendly. Good meals can be had here at affordable prices.The restaurant serves fresh coffee, but only has a vending machine for soda or water. You can eat in or takeout. If in the area stop by for some food at a well known local spot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog All the Way, French Fries
Mr Brooks
Great spot for food, service, and great atmosphere... great music and vibes as well. Big ups to the owner Nate!Wheelchair accessibility: Very wheel chair friendly. No steps and can wheel right inside to enjoy great vibes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog All the Way
Italian “Bull” Joe
Order 2 with every thing get home got 2 little mustard little onions the hotdogs looked not
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Eric Cyphers
Been going there for years hot dogs and onion rings are great and good folks working there classic lunches
K Cooper
Such an amazing little place that's been in business for ages with amazing food. Footlongs are not on their menu but they have them, boy do they have them. Outstanding they are huge! Not your typical little long weiner you get at all other places, this thing is unbelievable. And CJ made the whole visit an experience. I was a little late on offering my services to fix the happy hotdog that greets people upon arrival. He's in the process of having some work done now. Can't wait!Parking: Shares parking with Stewart's Shop next door
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog All the Way
Beth
Always hits the spot! Same since I was kid.
Elizabeth G.
It's a fact - when in Schenectady, cannot drive by Mike's without stopping for a hotdog.
The hot dog all the way was great if you don’t mind your hot dog a tad spicy. The milkshakes are smooth but also thick. The service was quick but could have been nicer, but wasn’t rude or unpleasant. It feels, and is, a classic joint with a simple menu, quick service, and good prices considering what you are getting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog All the Way
Janice S.
Been going here for years. It's still good but just not the way it used to be. No call ahead ordering because the phone never works. Prices much higher like everything these days
Jason C.
Classic greasy spoon diner counter. Simple, unhealthy, tasty. Service is friendly enough and fast enough. Everything seems clean enough (I know it might not look it at first glance, but I saw employees wiping things down with cleaner basically whenever they weren't helping a customer or cooking). Good fries, good dogs, great meat sauce. Is it 4 star in the sense that it's an incredible dining experience worth going out of your way for? No, but if I were a local I would eat here pretty regularly and be very happy to do so.
Mike Catanzaro
The most awesome thing was the service. We were promptly greeted and the food came quick after we ordered. The server was great and she asked if everything was good several times. The food was pretty good. It was a good value for the price.Parking: Free lot
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog All the Way, French Fries
Kenneth Sharp
A lovely place to pick up a bite to eat. I had a hot dog here with the kids recently, and had a good experience. There's seating at tables or at the long serving counter that gives a great view of the bustle on Erie Blvd and the the trees. Also looks like this might be a great breakfast place.Parking: Not hard to find a spot.
The place is filthy inside. There are layers of grime over everything including cooking and good storage areas.
Wasn't long ago that I really loved this place, but it's not what it was even 10 years ago. I only really go for breakfast, but as prices have gone up (significantly), quality has gone down. Bacon, for example, is now paper thin. All plates and utensils are now paper and plastic, and I'm sorry, but I expect my coffee to at least be in a mug. The atmosphere is still classic, minus the staff bickering. Really bummed about the lack of quality/pride in what they do because I swore by Mikes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
The food here was pretty good. Next time I will sit at the bar for better service possible.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
First Prize Mike's is defiantly a restaurant that is worth trying. Their hotdogs with mustard, onions, and meat sauce are very good. They have been in business since 1947 and it is a well known spot in Schenectady. Service is very fast and friendly. Good meals can be had here at affordable prices.The restaurant serves fresh coffee, but only has a vending machine for soda or water. You can eat in or takeout. If in the area stop by for some food at a well known local spot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog All the Way, French Fries
Great spot for food, service, and great atmosphere... great music and vibes as well. Big ups to the owner Nate!Wheelchair accessibility: Very wheel chair friendly. No steps and can wheel right inside to enjoy great vibes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog All the Way
Order 2 with every thing get home got 2 little mustard little onions the hotdogs looked not
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Been going there for years hot dogs and onion rings are great and good folks working there classic lunches
Such an amazing little place that's been in business for ages with amazing food. Footlongs are not on their menu but they have them, boy do they have them. Outstanding they are huge! Not your typical little long weiner you get at all other places, this thing is unbelievable. And CJ made the whole visit an experience. I was a little late on offering my services to fix the happy hotdog that greets people upon arrival. He's in the process of having some work done now. Can't wait!Parking: Shares parking with Stewart's Shop next door
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog All the Way
Always hits the spot! Same since I was kid.
It's a fact - when in Schenectady, cannot drive by Mike's without stopping for a hotdog.
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The hot dog all the way was great if you don’t mind your hot dog a tad spicy. The milkshakes are smooth but also thick. The service was quick but could have been nicer, but wasn’t rude or unpleasant. It feels, and is, a classic joint with a simple menu, quick service, and good prices considering what you are getting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog All the Way
Been going here for years. It's still good but just not the way it used to be. No call ahead ordering because the phone never works. Prices much higher like everything these days
Classic greasy spoon diner counter. Simple, unhealthy, tasty. Service is friendly enough and fast enough. Everything seems clean enough (I know it might not look it at first glance, but I saw employees wiping things down with cleaner basically whenever they weren't helping a customer or cooking). Good fries, good dogs, great meat sauce. Is it 4 star in the sense that it's an incredible dining experience worth going out of your way for? No, but if I were a local I would eat here pretty regularly and be very happy to do so.
The most awesome thing was the service. We were promptly greeted and the food came quick after we ordered. The server was great and she asked if everything was good several times. The food was pretty good. It was a good value for the price.Parking: Free lot
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog All the Way, French Fries
A lovely place to pick up a bite to eat. I had a hot dog here with the kids recently, and had a good experience. There's seating at tables or at the long serving counter that gives a great view of the bustle on Erie Blvd and the the trees. Also looks like this might be a great breakfast place.Parking: Not hard to find a spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog All the Way