Cook Out

Oh my oh my oh my... I have been thinking about that, I mean, those hot dogs all day. Let me…read moreexplain my confusion in sharing my thoughts... I originally ordered one chili slaw dog and after inhaling it, I mean eating it, I ordered a second. (I had will power to leave after the 2nd one or I would closed the place down). The place is quaint and full of localness and charm. Be warned, there isn't a cloth napkin within 20 miles of the place. There are several rolls of paper towels and tear off what you need. My fellow Yelpers tipped me off to the kick the chili has. And kick it is. It is a slow burn that sneaks up on you. Fortunately, I had a smear of chilled slaw on top of it. The dog is a remarkable color red and the bun is steamed and it is wonderful! I ordered a side of onion rings- they were fried to order and while tasty, not the star of the show. My beverage was served in a bucket, 32 oz styrofoam cup with crunchy ice cubes. Again, wonderful. There was a steady pace of person ordering at the counter and the phone rang for pick up orders. And, as the sign says- Cash Only. The prices will not break your bank.

I'm conflicted. I love a good, well run, hospitable, affordable mainstay that is beloved by the…read morecommunity. Brandi's checks that box squarely, and without exception. However, I also love great food prepared well, this is where Brandi and I diverge a bit. Located just north of Marietta square, it can be easy to miss, just watch for the railroad tracks that cross Church St. Parking as mentioned by others can be very tight, and you enter the lot from the right of the restaurant and circle around. My visit was at the beginning of the lunch rush, so parking was tight, but I could still find a space. Inside, Brandi's drips with history - the real kind that tells you that not much has changed in 20, 30, maybe 40 years. But it's not in that clapped out way, well worn like that favorite pair of shoes you've resoled three times and refuse to get rid of because they fit right and are so comfortable. Seat yourself at one of the handful of 4 top tables, or, at the 15 or so lunch counter stools. No menu is provided other than the one over the register - and remember, it's cash only. The menu is simple - hot dogs, hamburgers, fries, onion rings, soda, and sweet or unsweet tea. Grabbed my seat at the bar, and Brandi herself helped me. She, along with every single person working there were as kind and helpful as could be - a lost art for what Brandi's is, a quick serve place to grab an unpretentious and inexpensive lunch. Everything comes with white onions, mustard, and their chili - you can add cheese, or, ask for any of those items to be left off if you prefer. My move is to always try things the way the chef intended first, then modify next time around, so I went for the dressed up dog, and also a cheeseburger with the onions, mustard, and chili. Food was served quickly, maybe within five minutes of ordering with the four folks behind the counter working in that way where you know they've been doing this for a hot minute - everything and everyone in their place. Lots of regulars known by the staff - it's say the average age during this weekday lunch was pushing 60. This is where things start to slip a little at least for me. Brandi has kept things the same, including what ingredients they use. As such the hot dog is a red variety (hello red dye #3), and is a standard size dog (not a jumbo or foot long). White onions were crisp, the cole slaw a bit creamier that I'd personally prefer (but I found it worked really well like that on the dog), and then the chili. I was warned, as everyone is, that it is "very spicy". For my palette, I didn't find it to be particularly spicy although it had some zip that snuck up on you. I'm sure the cole slaw kept a little of that heat at bay. The hot dog itself, to me, just didn't have a lot of flavor which I guess is ok if the point is the toppings. It also was essentially room temperature which I found quite surprising given it was lunch rush, not sure if that was an anomaly or normal. But hey, for a couple of bucks, literally, I wasn't expecting a gourmet Snake River Farms Wagyu monster hot dog. This is where the price vs. quality index comes in to play. Now, the burger on the other hand, honestly, it was a mistake. I'd somehow expected them to have been griddle cooked and therefore have that well seasoned griddle char that so many old school flat tops in the hands of pros can deliver. This was a grey, not crusty, small patty that almost seemed steamed to me - if that's your jam, awesome, just isn't mine. As with the dog, almost none of the flavor of the ground beef came through - it was really overwhelmed by the chili. The hamburger bun was also kinda hard which I don't know if that's by design, or an indicator of buns that have been sitting around a while. Last up - fries. Reviews I'd read talked about them being crispy and well seasoned. Mine came out lukewarm and kinda flabby, and no hint of crispness anywhere. I might have ordered wrong as the onion rings others had looked good. Not much on the seasoning side either. So - all in, it had that very old school locals place with a lot of history to it vibe, and was nearly packed during lunch which is great to see these days with food and labor costs what they are for restaurants. On the food side, I'd say for the (very low) price, I'd go back and I know now what I'm in for. My tip off should have been the regulars sitting around me downing 2, 3, and even 4 dogs - no burgers I could see. And the staff - just honest, really friendly folks, working their tail off to serve up a piece of Marietta history. Had the dog come out hot, the fries been crispy vs. soggy, that would definitely bump them up a star. The burger, I'll chalk that up to my not reading the room....

Seat at the counter- paper towels as you need them

Chili slaw dog- perfect

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The Original Hot Dog Factory

3.8(309 reviews)

4.9 mi

This place is a gem as far as hot dogs are concerned. They have burgers on the menu but we only…read moretried the hot dogs. Sweet potato fries and onion rings were delicious. The Augusta dog comes with pimento cheese, I do wish there was a little more, since it was wrapped in bacon it made it all better. Spouse said the Chicago Dog was delicious. MIL had a slaw dog with fries and liked it. She did like my sweet potato fries better though. Haa FIL had a plain dog and liked it. Sweet Tea meets my Georgian seal of approval. If I had to make one positive criticism it would be to clean up a little around the window sill. There was some dead moths and dust and such in the window sill so it looked yucky.

I have had my home in Smyrna since 2008 and this hot dog joint has been happily serving customers…read moresince I moved in. Always fresh, tasty and with soo many different choices. They also offer a few different deals throughout the week. I would def. recommend checking this place out for lunch or dinner. They do provide some indoor seating should you not want to take your food to go. They also have a small tv that I saw them showing local news.

De la Casa

Hot Dog Factory

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Sudogku

Marietta Square Market

4.1(169 reviews)

1.7 mi

We came down to the area for a Braves game. We were looking for something to eat in downtown…read moreMarietta. We were going to try another place, then we spotted this food hall. We are happy we did! We love a food, hall! And this one was great. we made the rounds that had a hard time deciding what to get! My wife ended up with the euro for one of the places. It was great. I got some redneck lasagna from the barbecue place, a burger from Roxy's, and some chicken from the Japanese chicken finger place. And then we ended the evening with some Flan from the Latin booth. Everything we got was really good We will be back soon with our kids to try out all the different places!

We met friends at around 11:30 a.m. on a Saturday to grab lunch here. When we arrived, there was…read moresome sort of farmers' market type event, so the parking lot was pretty full. About the parking: the food hall is located adjacent to the railroad tracks on the opposite side from Marietta. This is fine unless there is a train. Even then, it appeared they had a pedestrian walkway over the tracks, but we didn't use it. The lot itself is public and appears cobbled together from where they razed former buildings. There are more like 3 - 4 separate lots that are interlinked at odd places. I think 2 of them were not joined at all, so depending on how close you want to park, you should try the lot with an entrance in front of the food hall. Payment was via texting a number or an app. They talked about validation, and I made 2 attempts to do that. One involved letting them see my location (which purported to give me 2 hours for free) and the other involved scanning a QR code at various locations in the hall (which took me to a web page for auto parts...). You can park here for 2 - 3 hours for somewhere under $9 at worst. And so, we finally enter the actual food hall. It is sort of a maze of indoor 'alleys' where you find restaurant counters, plus a main indoor plaza area with seating and more restaurant counters. You can check the website for specific places, but they had burgers, pizza, sushi, gyros, Cuban sandwiches, Asian bao buns, a coffee place, Cajun food, some dessert-oriented outlets, etc. There is enough variety to please most any party. I was planning on getting a Philly, but the place I went had a special on a gyro-and-fries for $11, so I went with that. It was good. Others in our group got a selection of buns, gumbo, and sushi. Everyone seemed to like the food. As for seating, they have a large number of cafeteria-style long tables in the main plaza. It was crowded, but we were able to immediately find space for 4 people without feeling crowded by the next group down the table. Saturday around noon after youth sports events may be their peak time, but I don't know. While Marietta has plenty of restaurants, if you want a possibly quicker and cheaper option while visiting, this place may be worth checking out.

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Marietta Burger Bar

4.2(182 reviews)

0.6 mi

Don't let the outside fool you! From the street, it looks like it might be a little dive in an…read moreolder part of town, but step inside and you'll find a spot that's clean, modern, minimalist, and very well put together. It's on the smaller side, which gives it a cozy feel. The service was absolutely exceptional, and our server, Erin, was fantastic. She was friendly, attentive, and made the entire experience even better. Now for the food...the hamburger was, without question, the best burger I've ever had in my entire life. Every bite was incredible, and it's the kind of meal you'll be thinking about long after you leave. The entire menu looked absolutely scrumptious, and there were so many things I wanted to try. I honestly can't wait to come back and work my way through it. This place is a hidden gem that's worth seeking out!

When everything is closed in Roswell after 10 pm and you want a late night delicious meal where can…read moreyou go? You take yourself to Marietta and you find yourself at Marietta Burger Bar. The burger was made perfect to the temperature that I wanted because it's hard to get a medium pink burger near ATL and this place did it right. Our server I want to say her name was Erin was so warm so welcoming. The inside is not large, but the right size could probably fit around 40 or so people. clean floors. Stacked bar and large TVs to watch your sports. I ordered what they would call their American Burger, but I added a fried egg which was made perfectly with delicious bacon and caramelized onions. OMG it was even better the next day. And their fries were served hot and crispy and their garlic aïoli was perfection. I will definitely revisit this place again. @KayFallonExplores Weekly & Daily PromotionsBurger of the Week: They rotate creative, limited-time creations (such as a Chili Mac 'n Cheese Burger). Tuesday Drinks: Enjoy $6 Margaritas during your mid-week lunch or dinner. Wednesday Drinks: Unwind with $5 House Wines.

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MMB burger and sweet potato fries

Lucky's Burger and Brew- Marietta

3.6(73 reviews)

1.7 mi

This chili cheese bowl was only $5.95. And it was great. My husband said the chicken club was…read morebetter than Chick-fil-A. Service is always quick and the portions are large.

I'm luck my friend told me about Lucky's! The tendies were excellent. Freshly made and had a…read morehomemade flavor to them. The fries had an out of the bag feel to them, but still tasty. I'm very pleased with my visit.

See time stamps on receipt and text message.

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Fatty's of Atlanta

4.5(15 reviews)

4.3 mi

Knish me, I'm Jewish! Well half, anyway. But I know true dogs and Jewish snack foods when I get…read more'em. Take me to Fatty's - wherever they might be around town, please. My only complaint is they aren't always so easy to find (btw, not worth docking them a star for this). Fatty (and wife) are like the Rogers and Hammerstein of food trucks. Their food is like a 3-act play and it's full of wonderful tunes along the way. Let's start with the opener: Act 1 - Potato Knish: This can best be described as a mashed potato turnover. They can be large, small, round, square...the ultimate Jewish snack food. You can get it with spinach and cheese or pepperoni for extra, but why mess with a classic. I like mine with a little salt and sauce (mustard works for me, but there is also Fatty's special spicy sauce). Yummmmmm. You cannot go wrong here. Fried taters. Yes please. Act 2 - The Dogs: Okay, I could go on and on here and they all have names and things that come on them, but I will tell you what I have had and I loved them both (and please don't ask me for names). A dog with peppers and onions (OMG, to die for) and a dog with mustard and slaw on top. Their slaw is creamy and crunchy - two things slaw should always be. Their dogs are all-beef Sabrett hot dogs and juicy and delicious. And Act 3 - Cannolis: Traditional cannolis with the chocolate chips dipped on the ends. Fabulous crunchy shell, not too sweet, but sweet enough to let you know this is the final act to your kick ass food truck indulgence. As they say - go big or go home. Fatty's doesn't skimp, so you definitely get your money's worth. Look for they around town and get yourself a full 3-act meal and you will not be sorry...but you might be full.

Eyyy, Fatty's! This…read moreis a husband-and-wife run food truck that serves up authentic New York style hot dogs and sausages along with other NYC favorites like cannolis, knishes, jumbo pretzels and Italian ices. The proprietor John is the real deal--he's been slinging out dirty water dogs since he was a young man in New York. He definitely knows how to dress up a delicious dog. I've had several of the menu items over two separate visits and highly recommend all of the dogs and sides that I've sampled. Fatty's Tex-Mex ($6): Quarter pound Sabrett all-beef dog with lettuce, onions, cheddar, black bean & corn salsa, chipotle cream. This one definitely has a southwestern flare that really compliments the beef hot dog's distinctive flavor. It's not really very spicy at all. "Da Bronx" ($6): Two all-beef Sabrett hot dogs with spicy mustard and Sabrett onion sauce. This one sound simple but it actually packs a wallop. The onion sauce has a nice zing that compliments the mustard. Potato Knishes ($4): Potato pancakes. Before Fatty's I had never tried a knish, so I can't speak to their authenticity; but they sure are tasty! You can add either pepperoni & cheese or spinach & cheese for $2. Cannoli ($4): Traditional cannolis with chocolate chips. These things taste way better than any other dessert I've tried from a food truck. Fantastic crunchy shell, decadent but not overly sweet. Get one with your meal. It's worthwhile, trust me. It seems like Fatty's spends many Saturdays at a Petsmart, and otherwise travels around to various office parks during the week and local festivals on the weekends. Try checking out their FB page or Twitter account to see where they'll be next. And be sure to come hungry--they don't skimp on the portion sizes!

(clockwise from top) Cannoli, Potato Knish, Fatty's Tex-Mex

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Willie Rae’s Social House

3.4(342 reviews)

1.6 mi

My wife and I come here almost routinely, and have had a great experience every time. The food is…read morealways great hot and brought quickly. The service is always great, and the atmosphere is always comfortable.

Cute little spot on the square. Parking during peak hours can get a little crazy, so plan ahead…read more We started with island mimosas very refreshing version of a classic I got the cochon and it was great, I didn't expect the bbq sauce but it worked well with the other flavors. The breakfast potatoes were soft and not at all crispy like I usually have them in New Orleans. My companion had the spicy chicken sandwhich and she ate it quickly, although they left off her pickles. Waters stayed full and the staff were friendly!

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Corn Dogs By Mr Cow

4.3(21 reviews)

5.8 mi

Was scared to try this at first, but seems to be my go to place when I just need a little something…read moredifferent to eat! Mr. Cow as a treat is always good treat/snack! They offer both sweet and savory type of snack. The mozzarella inside of the corn dog like coding is always a refreshing, healthier? Alternative! Plus, the toppings can be variety of different mixes! I always go for the sweet versus the savory ha ha I just always have a sweet tooth when I come here!

A friend and I came here over the weekend and LOVED IT! I live in the area and will certainly be…read moreback. The food was fresh and tasted GREAT. The prices are low. And the wait was not very long at all. I will say that it seemed like the girl who took our order could have used some more help, she seemed a little bit overworked, but I won't deduct anything for that. Just wanted to mention it in case the business sees this. I love this spot and don't want your good workers getting burned out! The Korean corn dogs were super cool. Loved the taste. My friend got the combo, with the garlic Parmesan fries, and the fries were absolutely amazing. I have to go back immediately to try the rest of menu, lol. Oh and my mango strawberry drink was also amazing. Would order it again. They offer seasonings and sauces like ranch, honey mustard, and more. There was plenty of seating available in the Cumberland food court. Vibes were good. The parking vibes were not good but there was also a braves game happening soon, so we came at a busy time lol. And of course the business can't control that. Everything in their control was awesome. I can't recommend this spot more!!

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The Varsity

3.3(160 reviews)

5.4 mi

The Varsity is the Mecca of Southern Chili Dogs. The Kennesaw location is right in-line with the…read moreAtlanta parent.

I have enjoyed the Varsity for fifty years. Last month, my family stopped at the Kennesaw location…read moreat 1:30 PM as we drove through Atlanta. The worst experience ever. Overcooked hotdog, dry bun, undercooked fries, overcooked rings, and ice cream that was obviously from a chemistry set. Something has changed and I do not like it at all! Bad management or cheaper ingredients does not help your brand.

Onion Rings

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Jacobs Java Espresso & Smoothie

4.8(71 reviews)

3.9 mi

Great hidden gem for Italian Beefs or a classic Chicago dog. Owner is very nice and food is great!…read morePatio seating or drive thru only!

This was our first time here, and it will not be the last. Marq is very personable and makes you…read morefeel right at home. My wife and I had a mango, pineapple and ? blend smoothie that Marq recommended. It was delicious. The Italian beefs were the best I've had since the last time I was in Chicago, maybe even better. Everything is fresh and made to order. The only thing that would have made it better is if we had discovered Jacobs Java years ago.

Outdoor seating with a flair.

Chili cheese polish and sweet tea. Call ahead helps with wait time 404.883.2374

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Drive up or walk up window.

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Deal D.

9 years ago

Chicken club sandwich was great! My husband, myself and 2 toddlers ate for just over $13. You can't beat the price. The quality and quantity of food was great for the price. If your review is negative then you should learn to have realistic expectations. We thought it was great and will be back when we're looking to grab a quick bite on the cheap. They have tons of options and are very inexpensive. Thanks for the friendly staff and giving us more options on Cobb Pkwy! read more

Angela L.

9 years ago

Came in late night in search of burgers... this place was packed at like 11pm! The menu was super cheap and the food was actually pretty good! I got a burger with fries and was very pleased... so much so that I went back a couple nights later!! Unfortunately the experience wasn't the same, this time I went through their drive thru and once I got back home I realized my order was wrong. I will be back but most likely will stick to going inside to make my order. read more

Scott R.

4 months ago

M&M milkshake was perfect thickness and very delicious. service was very kind and atmosphere was ok. they were playing gospel music which was really cool. read more

Eli S.

5 years ago

I ordered $18 worth of food and was given 8.46 dollars worth of food. completely managed to get my order entirely wrong.

Caleb S.

4 months ago

Service was very good along with the cheesecake milkshake I'll be honest was OK besides the sign that says EAT read more

Debra J.

8 years ago

Not only did they get our order wrong but the burgers were nowhere near cooked enough. I'll never go back.

Ryan B.

173

7 years ago

One of the slowest and least professional cookouts in the whole state. Would rather sit in I-285 traffic

Dakota E.

309

4 years ago

DJ was the absolute best!! We had a very big order but he was so attentive. Amazing customer service

Scott D.

9 years ago

I usually would not be promoting "fast food" but this food is great and at a great price!

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