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    Crazy Charlie's

    3.6 (48 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    CRAZY CHARLIE'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    J W.

    East Grand Rapids is to Grand Rapids Michigan what Highland Park is to Dallas, what Alamo Heights is to San Antonio, what Beverly Hills is to L.A. It's about their schools, family, & small charming business district. You can take it or leave it. This is where you find Crazy Charlie's known for their hot dogs. I had the JERSEY DOG - mustard, kraut, pickles. If you like your hot dogs steamed, soft, light, and airy with kraut, mustard, and pickles then you will enjoy these. It seems children love them.

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    BenJamin B.

    Pretty weak food here. The hotdogs were mushy and the chili tasted like it was store bought out of a can. I had the coney and the mom's dog with a side of undercooked fries. I can't speak to the ice cream but I can't recommend the hotdogs. Plenty of other places in town to stop for some quick food. The two stars are for the people and the service. This was without a doubt great. If they had better food I wouldn't mind going back.

    I have eaten here 20 times, great food and service...except for todays service. I always order a "Charlies" dog and side of French fries. Verbal "order up" was announced at the counter, I approached the counter to grab order, and realized my French fries were not the norm. The majority of the fries were 1/2" to 1" long, "shniples" if you will, darkened in color, and hardened, (than a freshly cooked fry)and only 10 regular sized fries. I asked if I could get a fresh order of fries, and not the bottom of the bag bits and pieces. "No" was the reply. "If you want new fries, I will have to charge you for another complete order". I did not re-order, nor did I did eat any portions of my original order. I DID HOWEVER PAY FOR COMPLETE ORDER, UPFRONT, and left with nothing. Unbelievable Poor Customer Service

    Michael L.

    Go crazy with the CrazyDog @ Crazy Charlie's! This unique, small HotDog joint is reasonably priced and taste great! Located in Gaslight Village in East Grand Rapids, this spot is a MUST when craving hotdogs. The also offer so much more! Make sure to checkout it out sometime, you may become a regular.

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    11 months ago

    Great hotdogs! The "pioneer" was chef kiss! Unfortunately they were out of fries and several other things, but the dogs are

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    5 years ago

    I don't understand the hype of this place. It's just a hotdog. Toppings and decent service are the only good qualities of this place

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    6 years ago

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    5 years ago

    Workers were yelling at customers and then when I got my food it wasn't even what I ordered

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    12 years ago

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    9 years ago

    I like the chili that they use on their dogs and fries. Comparable to Yesterdogs and not much farther of a drive. Nice window seating.

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    8 years ago

    Weakest hot dog I have in a long time. Dog not hot, now celery salt, fries ok... I don't recommend and will not be back.

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    9 years ago

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    11 years ago

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    13 years ago

    I'm giving this a 5 star rating due to prices!! $2 for a coney dog!!!! And fresh hotdogs and real cheddar on the fries!!!

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    16 years ago

    My attitude tends to lean toward Yesterdog, but I've gotta say that I think the food's actually better at Crazy Charlie's.

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    12 years ago

    All of there hot dogs are great, but the Pioneer dog is one of the best. They also have some of the best milkshakes in town.

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    13 years ago

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    11 years ago

    Awesome dogs at good prices. Fries are great as well. Haven't had the shakes but heard they're great.

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    Fresh, moms favorite is my favorite, had the aftershock, wasn't that hot, but buns were moist

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    11 years ago

    I love crazy Charlie's! Such a great location and food is always fresh and delicious. Service is always amazing, quick, and friendly.

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    10 years ago

    Best hot dog place in Grand Rapids. Friendly and fast service. Fresh toppings. Fun atmosphere. Great lunch spot.

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