Stopped in to pick up lunch to share with my husband. We decided on the thai dog which came with a peanut sauce and shredded cabbage and cucumber. The employee was helping in deciding the quantity of fries that I should get-which appreciated. The cabbage was a little worse for wear. The fries were fresh though. Right after I ordered, there were a few more people that came in and a phone order. My food came out in around five minutes. The place has a cute vibe with beer, bike and music memorabilia. There were t too many places to sit, so I was glad that I ordered to go. They also have a vast cooler of beers and other beverages. read more

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Great dog. Huge and incredibly flavorful. There were a dozen dogs on the menu I wanted to try and I will be back for them. read more

Curious Dog - Venetian - Hot Dogs Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Looking for a good Hot Dog and Yelp pointed me to Curious Dog. They have lots of dog options here, the toppings are endless. The dude behind the counter recommended the Daytona Dog. Cheese, jalapenos, tots, bacon, and onion on 1/4 pound dog!! Amazing. I had a side order of tots (you can get them loaded too!), that were fried to perfection. The only dig on the place and it really didn't bother me at all; not a lot of room to sit and a little cluttered. Boxes on the ground, buckets of ketchup packets randomly sitting around, draft beer cart not hooked up, bikes and beer signs on the walls and ceilings; not sure who decorated the place or if it's just there so customers can stare curiously around? Regardless, the food is great and I definitely would go back! read more

Curious Dog - Daytona Dog and Tots - Hot Dogs Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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Came from SC, happened to see the shop, by far the best "hotdogs" we've ever had. They're not served on hotdog buns but a fluffy roll because by the time they add all the ingredients it's basically a sub, with a hotdog in the middle. Absolutely fantastic. read more

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I'm from California and this spot was recommended on TikTok. We are visiting for the fanboy expo. It is generally hard to find good tasting, quality food. It was a really good hot dog! I was simple on mine with ketchup, mustard, relish, banana peppers, and tater tots. 10/10. Only reason I don't give it 5 stars is because it's a little on the pricy end, my hot dog alone was about 11$. read more

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So many incredible choices, I wish I could try them all! I got the George Costanza sandwich, and it was possibly one of the best sandwiches I've had in my 43 years of existence! No joke, it was incredible! Also got the snoop dogg tots and they were good, but really needed a sauce, they were just a little dry. All in all, this is a great place with a nice beer selection, and definitely a great craft sandwich or dog for just about anyone! read more

This is one of the best hot dog/deli shops in Knoxville. I would give them 10 stars if it was an option.

Good ass food. Service is suspect. Not sure if it was the normal crew, but angry old people don't make for great experience. Tried to make the best of it, love the area, the ambiance, the expectation. Maybe we got an off afternoon with a less than happy staff. Would have 5 star otherwise. read more

Hotdogs were amazing. Our party tried a bunch of different ones and they were stacked. It is on the pricey side, so don't get a basic hotdog. Make the most of your money. read more

The best, and vastest assortment of deliciousness on a bun in Knoxville. An eclectic crew who cares about quality and doing things their way. Stop by for a unique experience and a tasty meal. read more

This place ROCKS. From the super nice staff that want to help you find the right pick for you to the tasty souped-up, gourmet dogs, Curious Dog is a must visit. I ordered two thinking I could get through them like regular dogs but they are thick and heavy- thank goodness they have to-go boxes. It's a neat little spot with multiple coolers full of beer and specialty sodas that make me want to come back for more. read more

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I consider myself a hotdog connoisseur, and this was by far the best hotdog I have ever eaten! I had the "Better than a Chicago" and my wife had the "Jetty" and she loved hers as well!! Fun little shop, worth the $10 parking down the road. read more

Curious Dog - Better Than a Chicago Hot Dog Combo Jetty Hot Dog Combo - Hot Dogs Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Great place, they load you up in fries (never a bad thing but could be a main meal by itself) 10/10 read more

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was curious about this hot dog shop... The place has pretty cool interior decor and a cool location. The menu is vast andaybe a little too vast which makes it hard to decide what to pick. I had the Philly cheese dog which was really good - like the deep fried dogs - the fries were ok - was expecting more from the fresh cut potatoes. My only complaint is The service was bad - they were so busy making door dash orders and kind of ignore you. Might stop in to try a sandwich in the future but no rush... read more

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The food here is AMAZING! The staff is so helpful- they know the menu like the back of their hand which was super helpful when picking out what to get! They make all their sauces in house, which makes such a difference! By far the best french fries I've ever had! Good music, good people, the place is a vibe! A MUST TRY IF IN THE AREA read more

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Delicious sandwiches and wide variety of options. I can't wait to try other menu items!

I have been wanting to try this place ever since I saw it and every time I drive by I don't have time but I finally had time to stop and get a Hot dog. It was 799 for a hot dog with ketchup, mustard, pickle, relish and onion. 650 more for fries than a drink plus tip and tax was ridiculous because my fries were about 2 in long. Like just a bunch of crappy end pieces. Maybe a couple or 3 in Long? I wish I would have taken a picture at the beginning. The lady said our hot dogs are quarter pound. They're really big blah blah blah. That's why they're so expensive. I asked if they could roll it around on the grill and get it a little charcoaly but she said oh we deep fry them well it wasn't even crispy on the outside. It was just like they dipped it in some grease and for people who are vegans I wouldn't eat their fries cuz they further hot dog the same thing. They fry their french fries in. For her talking about how great and how big this hot dog was. There was an inch on each end of the bun. I had to pick off to even get to the hot dog and the other end. I took a picture so you could see there is an inch of bun with no hot dogs so the hot dog wasn't that big and it was not worth that much money. So don't waste your time or your money. It wasn't that great of a hot dog. read more

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The curious dog has a unique interior with a ton of options for food and drink. The menu is definitely overwhelming but the staff were very patient in allowing people to order. I tried the Lafayette dog which is topped with creole chow chow, Thai peanut sauce, tomatoes, and Düsseldorf mustard. The Lafayette dog was good but the chow chow didn't blow me away. I upgraded my combo with tater tots for an extra charge, but the tots were very good. So the price is maybe a little higher than I would expect to pay. The hot dog combo with an upgrade to tater tots plus a decent tip cost me about $21. I will add that the hot dogs do come pretty loaded up. (So don't expect to look cute while eating here). I plan to come back to explore the menu some more. read more

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So good!! Best hot dogs I have ever had in Knoxville!! Always consistent and great quality hotdogs!!

The food is good and fresh. It is counter service but they are helpful and patient. The menu is extensive and I would strongly suggest reviewing prior to being in front of cashier taking your order. My wife had the NYC Dawg while I had the Ben Stellar sandwich we shared truffle fries which we could have shared with 2 more addition dinners but we did not finish those. We got two of the exotic sodas from the cooler and dined in their bohemian atmosphere Over all it was a good experience parking is difficult and it's not a place to eat if you are on a budget but a good once a month place. read more

Curious Dog - The Ben Stellar - Hot Dogs Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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40 minutes for a sandwich is crazy. Need more people making sandwiches. Good is good tho

If you like hotdogs at all but especially unique hotdogs.. this is the place! Curious dog is tucked away in downtown Knoxville & has more of a beer counter vibe than a restaurant. The food here is delicious they have some of the best hotdogs and truffle fries in town. It's a bit pricy, BUT it's worth it when you leave feeling full & satisfied. read more

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We love this place. This place is one of the only places I will eat a hot dog. It made me into a fan. I LOVE their Chicago dog. My husband orders several items off the menu and hasn't had a bad item yet. Friendly staff and the service is quick, when they are not swamped with a festival or other event in the area. Lots of beer choices in their refrigerator for take away as well. Small inside dining with an eclectic feel. Or you can take your items across the street to Pour and hang out. read more

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After watching one of the greatest college football games on Saturday. My next goal was to find something to eat. Not being from the area I followed my friend that goes to school at the University of Tennessee. We walked out of the college area and walked into the old city part of Knoxville. There were a lot of bars in the area but then I found curious Dog. As I walked in you first see fridges full of types of beers. I did not drink but the selection was endless. The restaurant had cool hip college vibe with a few arcade machines. The inside of the Curious Dog is definitely my type of vibe. To the most important part I ordered the Old City Sandwich I did not know what to expect. The sandwich consisted of cajun turkey, ham, pepper jack, tomatoes, cucumbers, banana peppers, white sauce and chipotle sauce on sourdough. I kid you not it was one of the greatest sandwiches I've ever had. All of those ingredients I just stated made the sandwich taste like magic. I loved the sandwich so much that I ordered it again to before we went to the bars. When you usually order the same sandwich again you know it's good. Prices were affordable, the Old City cost $11 and it was worth it. In my opinion, in other parts of the country that sandwich would cost more. That is the advantage of being in the south. Curious Dog is a good example of what southern comfort is suppose to taste like. In the end, this was one best restaurants I've been to in a while. It took a while to make my sandwich but that's a good thing because the quality of it was incredible. read more

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Stopping in Knoxville for a business trip with my team & we all absolutely lovvvved this place. Literally so tasty I cannot emphasize enough. Mainly loved the owners, this place would not be the place it is without them. Thank you so much for such a tasty lunch and great experience! We will literally be back, as in be back this week hahahah. read more

Curious Dog - Daytona Dog! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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Some of the best food and service in Knoxville! If you want a great chili dog, this place is for you!!! Angie & Todd are both amazing and personable! The fries are fresh, tots amazing, and sauces made in house! Their sandwiches are also delicious!! I've e tried more t ban one and they never disappoint. Highly recommend trying out this local spot downtown! read more

Curious Dog - Tennessee Tailgater Dog "VOL" style - Hot Dogs Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

5 star dive in Knoxville Great food, prices, and variety on the menu. Staff was friendly and patient read more

In my search for fun and unique joint I once in a while find a holy grail. The curious dog is a true gem and the story behind the place is equally amazing. The huge menu of dogs and sandwiches were dreamed up by a really cool artist musician with zero food background. You wouldn't know it from the extensive and creative menu. This place boasts all house made fresh ingredients all purchased with pride from special providers. The owner has so much pride in his product you feel it in every bite. The decor is cool bikes and video games. Awesome tunes and a huge selection of beers and beverages. How can you not be curious about a cool place called curious dog!!! read more

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Sooooooo good! Friendly people, the food was amazing. So many choices that it was tough to pick. I had the Greek hot dog and it was in my top 10 favorite things I've eaten, ever. The oil soaked into everything just enough, the flavors were fantastic. Feta and veggies were fresh and the hot dog was the best. We will be back, and we are from Maryville so it's not super close. P.S. we are originally from Chicago and this might top hotdogs from home. read more

Curious Dog - Greek hot dog, drizzled in amazing olive tapenade. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Had a disappointing bbq dinner that we didn't finish and while wandering downtown back to our hotel we saw a sign for hotdogs and beer and stopped in. So glad we did! We just grabbed one hotdog to share while walking back to our hotel but it was really good and crazy fun toppings. We got the Curious Dog and it turned our night around. I would definitely try this place again if we revisit Knoxville. It's a small random shop and has a nice divey feel with hot dogs and sandwiches and beer. Again we only tried one hotdog but it made our night. read more

Curious Dog - Curious Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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Hot dogs were great and they had lots of different options to choose from. Will agree with others that this place can be pretty pricey and the customer service needs a lot of work. Grungy looking place for sure but that's probably the best place to get a hot dog like these. read more

Don't expect much in the way of Hospitality here at Curious Dog. The workers here have a no frills/no nonsense kind of attitude, which matches the vibe of the restaurant. The food was good, but was highly overpriced in my opinion. My wife and I spent nearly $40 on 3 dogs a small side of fries and 1 drink. You can get a lot more for that price at other places around town. There's not much of a reason for us to go back, but their menu has inspired us to make our own unique dogs at home this summer. read more

Curious Dog - Curious Dog and The Jetty - Hot Dogs Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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I had the plain Jane hot dog, made it simple for myself, and I had the tater tot's both were very delicious

If you're looking for almost endless options of unique and tasty sandwiches or hot dogs, this is the spot! Not a ton of seating but it's enough, and the menu makes up for lack of ambiance. Recommend for anyone visiting knoxville or passing through. read more

Curious Dog - Huge menu, tons of unique, delicious options - Hot Dogs Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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This is a really cute place to eat. I will definitely be recommending this place. Super friendly as soon as you walk in. The food is amazing! we took our 4 year daughter and I will say it is not a toddler friendly place. I would say under 8 should not go. Now they do have a kid hot dog but they don't have appropriate seating for a family and the music is widely unappropriate for kids. read more

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The food is off the hook. Amazing dogs, but what the hell?!! The guy behind the counter throwing a temper tantrum and screaming angrily as orders are ready, all the while slamming doors and throwing condiments was a lot distracting. If watching a mentally unstable man fix your delicious dog while having a beer is your idea of a good time, there is no better show in town. We won't be back anytime soon. read more

Well! Where do I begin ! The options are endless ! I have never been much of a hotdog eater but when I do eat them I'm usually at a ballpark or in New York City. So, I decided I would start with their N.Y.C Dog ( a Knox Favorite and an order of Provincial Fries. So for many who may not understand the concept think of your favorite hotdog and your favorite food combined into one meal .. so for instance my hotdog is a combination of a hotdog and a pastrami New York sandwich. Hot melted cheese fresh sauerkraut pastrami and hot spicy mustard. This particular french fry I have our hand cut fries black truffle sea salt Parmesan truffle oil and dried chives. There is literally Something for everyone from Korean barbecue to New York's finest something from Philly and Boston favorites there's something on the menu for everyone. Also giving thumbs up for COVID safe ! read more

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In my 19 years of living, I don't think that I have ever had a better sandwich than the Johnny Knoxville. Attached is a photo of me devouring it. read more

Curious Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Your choice of beer and dogs. Love the combinations and this is a great find to n Knoxville. Small but a gem of a find. I can see this place getting busy in the warmer months. Awesome server and welcoming vibe read more

Great service Catered my event dogs and sandwiches Fries on dog Chicago favorite Beer all styles in can Pumpkin beer on tap read more

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