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    Cheese Dawgs

    4.8 (151 reviews)

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    The band playing
    Kelly B.

    I looked on Yelp for the best place to get a hotdog near my location, and CheeseDawgs came up with a map. I got into a car and drove two miles to the quaint town of Bristol, Pa. Bristol is on the waterfront of the Delaware River, which is attractive; this town has so much history, and the homes go way back in time that line the river. I walked up and down Mill Street looking for the Dawgs joint but never saw a sign. I almost gave up when I saw a place with menus outside on the table. I looked and was in front of a brewery called Naked Brewing. I went inside and saw T-shirts hanging with the word "Cheese Dawgs." Happy, I finally found it and was impressed with the whole feel of the place; it was inviting, and across the room was a small bar with chairs to sit and have a drink or eat. They have about five tables around a small stage with a live band playing songs I knew. I walked to the bar, sat, and looked over their menu, which was quite extensive. I ordered my favorite, a White Russian, and this is what I understood when they said they could not make one: they brew their own beer and make their own wine and only serve alcohol made in the Keystone State, so that's why the bartender did not have Kahlua and the state of Pennsylvania runs the show.? The brewery is located on the lower floor down the stairs. The Dawgs are on the first floor of the building. They Merge the two businesses or become partners, and that's why the name has changed on the outside. The sign does not include Dawgs; inside, their name is not all over the big room. I had fun here; the drink I got was a " Long Island Ice Tea," just one of them, and it was good. The staff, primarily women tending bar, were great fun and knowledgeable about openings and closings of this establishment and, of course, the menu. No kids after the sun goes down. It's for grown-ups. A must try and have fun; They also have a lot of parking in the back. Dawgs is Wheelchair accessible and has spotless restrooms. It's a little pricey but worth it. Cash or card accepted

    Glazed donut Grilled Cheese Donut
    Kwaine M.

    Yeah. I'll be back. Good beer selection and a good deep fried pound cake ice cream sandwich.

    I went with the new England (Bush's baked beans) and a plain.
    Nicole Q.

    Excellent spot to grab a grilled dog or special grilled cheese and soup dunker! I've lived around here a long time and never stopped in...I now have regrets! Great grilled dog on either grilled split top buns or foot long hoagie rolls. Tons of combos to choose from...most wasted on me because I'm a 4 year old when it comes to hot dogs....ketchup and maybe baked beans. So.i went with the new England (Bush's baked beans) and a plain. Of course paired with a Sunkist Orange Soda to complete my nostalgic lunch. I was on the run, but there are tables inside if you picked a messydawg and need to hunch over a table! Good eats!

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    Amy E.

    I was craving hot dogs today after my son's game, so we decided to check out Cheese Dawgs. Mystery man happened to come across them on a list of the best hot dogs. So of course had to check it out. At first glance it looks sort of a hole in the wall-ish, but that's usually when you know it's going to be good food. There are a couple tables inside, each with about 3 chairs. There are 3 large coolers with a wide assortment of drinks. I had gotten 2 hot dogs for myself and a baked beans on the side. I went with the Dallas chili & cheese & a NY with spicy mustard for my picks, just regular size. All was delicious. I'm not typically into hot dogs esp if they're not Sahlens with Webbers mustard. But these I'll make the exception for this place. The mystery kids got a Mac n cheese and plain hot dog and bacon on side. They loved everything. Ate it all up. That's a big deal! Mystery man enjoyed just as well. The price was so cheap too. I couldn't believe it. We are definitely fans so will be certainly coming back again. It was also very cool how they had local business cards spread around. People all knew each other by name. It was pretty nice to see.

    The Jersey - foot long dog with crispy bacon, American cheese, cole slaw and onions on a fresh roll. So good!
    Jeff S.

    We stopped in after spending the afternoon at Parx Casino. I was a little skeptical based on the overwhelmingly positive reviews (it's just hot dogs right)? But holy crap, this place is awesome. I got the Jersey which was a well grilled foot long hot dog with crispy bacon, American cheese, cole slaw and onions on a fresh roll. Absolutely delicious and a nice twist on the usual hot dog in a bun you'd get at a random fast food joint. They also have many more varieties available so I look forward to coming back again and trying some soon!

    Nightwalk - chili, Fritos, pepper hash
    Patrick D.

    Saw this place online and knew I had to come try it. I was honestly a bit skeptical about how good it would be, but the food quickly had me convinced. The decor and feel is classic philly, down to the eagles posters and pictures on the wall of all the people that have finished their massive hot dog challenge. Their menu is full of hot dog specials with all sorts of toppings, some grilled cheese specials, and their grilled poundcake or grilled donut ice cream sandwiches for dessert. Came where with my brother and a cousin, and between the three of us split a Jersey, Nightwalk, and a foot long Pleasant Pig. Each hot dog came out grilled to perfection, sliced down the middle and perfectly crisp outside. The nightwalk (chili, pepper hash, Fritos) had just the right ratio of toppings without spilling off the ends. The pleasant pig (pulled pork, cheese, jalapeños) was packed with meat and such a good deal at only $6. The jersey was my favorite, topped with a perfectly crisped slice of bacon and a good ratio of onions, slaw, and cheese. Everything was grilled perfectly, and at $3-4 for a regular size and $5-6 for a footlong, very affordable. The food was so good we got a footlong West Virginia (chili and coleslaw), which was just as good as the others. At $3, we had to try one of their desserts so we decided on the grilled donut sandwich; they cut a glazed donut in half, grill the sides perfectly, and sandwich it around a big scoop of vanilla ice cream. It's not fancy, but the donut is warm and crisped just right, and tastes amazing with the cool ice cream. Don't let the very unassuming location fool you, Cheese Dawgs pumps out some extremely tasty, extremely affordable comfort food. Having tried food scenes in the burbs and fancier, more expensive places in the city, I can definitely say that the hot dogs here are worth every penny and I can't to come back!

    Footlong South Philly Dog:
 provolone cheese, onions, spicy mustard
    Toy G.

    Was grabbing some dinner and I've always wanted to try Cheese Dawgs. It could not have been more convenient since I was getting a cheesesteak right next door to accompany my footlong. I tried the South Philly footlong which had grilled onion, spicy mustard and provolone cheese in a perfectly sturdy but supple and chewy roll. The exquisite hot dog was grilled perfectly and all the flavors worked perfectly together and this was only shockingly $5. Wow. I was talking to the owner who was a very friendly guy and they have a challenge here for $10 if you finish a 2 ft hot dog under 10 minutes you get your picture up on the wall and a t-shirt. Next time I'm coming ready to deep throat that challenge. So many unique styles of hot dogs going to be back here for sure on the regular.

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    Bill K.

    I was quite pleased to find this place; thanks, reviewers! Had the Pleasant Dog, which chef/owner Rick Tyrrell recommended. The Footlong hot dog couldn't have been tastier & the toppings were perfect.

    Chili Crunch Dog
    Jack M.

    Interesting and tasty hot dogs that get a bit overhyped because of their novelty concoctions. Reasonable price points. Neophytes Yelpers love and consequently overvalue novelty. Cheese dawgs is super highly rated because the owner is trying something new with fun hot dog toppings. That said, the hotdogs we had were good, not great. The beef of the hotdog itself was acceptable, but did not shine at the exception level of döp in Copenhagen or Sweet Dogs in Miami. This is where there was a clear lacking. The dog was served on folded white and rye bread respectively, which makes no sense to me. The hot dog bun exists for a reason. Use it. The Reuben dog was basically a regular hotdog with sauerkraut, a little swiss cheese, and brown mustard. It notably lacked Corned Beef and Thousand Island dressing, both of which I consider absolutely mandatory to the recipe. With the fat of the corned beef, the dog is overly acidic and ferment-y and unpleasant in flavor. This is a microcosm of the shop it seems: novelty over culinary function. The Chili Crunch dog was good, topped with chili and corn chips. None of it blew me away, but it was good. I'd come back if I was nearby. I'd recommend the shop hire a seasoned chef to take a look at the flavor profiles of the hotdogs. I think a few small tweaks in the recipes could take this place to the next level. They've got good customer service and a clearly loyal fanbase with a solid location and good informative marketing.

    A Seattle Dog. Despite how it sounds and looks it is surprisingly delicious!
    Veronica K.

    I concur with other reviewers, this place is legit. Yes, it's easy to miss on that stretch of Bustleton Pike. Yes, the sign is a little off putting. However, these are the best hot dogs you're going to get in the Philly area; better than some food truck deeper in the city, believe me. There's no crowd here on week days, but watch out on Saturdays, that's when everyone wants their Cheese Dawgs fix before they shut down on Sundays. Now, I've never had a Chicago dog in Chicago, but I've had a few imitations in Philly. Their Chicago dog here takes the cake. All their ingredients are fresh and mostly true to the original, with the exception of no poppy seed bun. Their Philly dog is unique and overflowing with pepper hash, making it a messy but enjoyable experience. While the grilled cheese isn't the star of the show here, they are a solid addition to the menu and very tasty. The cilantro grilled cheese is an interesting mix of ingredients you'd find at a more upscale joint but for a decent price. I like it, it's different. I like this place mostly because it's different - there aren't many luncheonettes in the area and even with a smaller menu everything served here is good. It's obvious the owner really cares about his business and will go out of the way to make the meal enjoyable for you. I hope he succeeds, and if the reviews here are any indication, there's already been a lot of success for this little storefront in Feasterville.

    Cup of Hot Chili with shredded cheese add to the top and Fritos on the bottom!!

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    11 years ago

    This place is amazing and the food is so good. It's also not expensive. The manager is a super nice guy.

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    Easily the best hot dog place in the area, if not the entire city. Great choices available at a great price.

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    Great place to eat - good food and great service. I have been to all the specialty hotdog restaurants and this is far the best.

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    Had a Chicago footlong here. It was really good & reasonably priced. Owner was very friendly. Will be back!

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    Nice guy. Hot dog that was a good damn. I mean hot damn that was a good dog. Lots of regulars. Will be back!!

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    12 years ago

    Great quality dogs. I love that they're split and grilled. The Seattle dog with sriracha sauce and cream cheese was unexpectedly delicious!

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    10 years ago

    Best hot dogs around. Owner takes pride in the place. Menu continues to expand. I always go for (at least) one hot dog and a grilled cheese.

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    10 years ago

    Very tasty. The juice of the dawgs just fell right out. It came right off the grill. Big win-win. The smell roams the shop.

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