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    Dad's Dog & Burger

    4.8 (62 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Tammy L.

    Dad's dog & burger is the perfect throwback sandwich spot for all your burger and fries cravings. The menu is obviously very limited to burgers and hotdogs, but definitely well worth the visit. And I think I found my favorite fish sandwich in Pittsburgh! The batter was perfectly crispy and cooked well. I got the half size side of onion rings which was the perfect amount for one person. I don't think I would've been able to eat anymore because they were so filling. I've heard their milkshakes are really good too and I definitely want to come back to try one. The staff was super nice as well!

    Tyler P.

    My wife and I snuck in a quick lunch and it did not disappoint. Perfectly crispy burger patty with a delicious potato bun and quality toppings. onion rings were incredibly flavorful, and the fries were addictive! Only a few tables so try and go early or prepare for take out on a busy weekday. It's right next to West Penn hospital so it can get slammed with hospital employees. Overall, it's a time capsule. Feels like 1970's Pittsburgh and the prices are extremely reasonable.

    Keirstin C.

    Food was still delicious I came on a Sunday and it was packed! The booths (3) were all taken and people were waiting outside to come in and order since it's so small and others were waiting for their orders. The staffs smiles never left even in the busy rush that never ended. one person still even asked me if I needed anything and if the food was ok. PLUS now you can order just a side of onion rings instead of a whole order, I still couldn't finish them though lol.

    Chili Cheese Dog, crispy fries and a Diet Coke.
    Michael D.

    Looking for a snappy hot dog cooked correctly on a flat top with French fries that are thin and crispy. We'll here you go, small place but enjoyable for a hot dog and a pile of fries. Very happy afterwards. Will come back and bring the fam.

    Elizabeth K.

    As a child of divorce, passing up this restaurant is an unforgivable paternal transgression. Dad's Dog & Burger is an intimate hole-in-the-wall with three four-top booths and 6 barstools, leaving the max occupancy pretty cozy, here. But the formula works out. 1. Place your order at the register 2. Wait very briefly 3. See God 4. Leave These made-to-order mustard-smashed burgers are perfectly seasoned, covered in melty American cheese, deeply caramelized onions, special sauce, and whatever else you like, and nestled between perfectly toasted, soft buns. Tucked lovingly into a paper wrap and buddied up with the perfectly cooked side of your choice, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better burger made this way. Long story short, the price is right, the staff is friendly, the place is cozy, and the food is good enough to eat two days in a row (true story). I'm so glad dad finally came home from going out for cigs so he could open up the best burger joint in Pittsburgh.

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    Jessica W.

    This is the cutest, most nostalgic little burger shop! The service was a 10 out of 10 and the vibe was everything you could hope for. It really made you feel like you were stepping back into an old little burger shop. All of the ingredients were fresh, the burgers, fries, and milkshakes were absolutely delicious. We will definitely be back!

    Onion rings with side of ranch
    George M.

    Great retro vibe. Excellent dogs with a perfect snap, onion rings are off the charts delicious! Very friendly and welcoming staff, great service and great prices.

    Justin A.

    Sometimes in life the best things are the most simple. Dad's does an incredible job of creating a no frills burger that knocks it out of the park. The menu is reasonably priced and service is really fast. I truly love that you can get counter service and watch everything happen behind the scenes. This burger is the closest I've had to In-and-Out on the east coast and that is a high compliment coming from me.

    Alan W.

    My wife and I went to Dad's Dog & Burger for diner. The place is very small with very limited seating. I ordered a hamburger and my wife and I shared fries and onion rings. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food came out pretty quick. The hamburger was really good and so was the fries. I did not care for the onion rings. I would definitely recommend this place. I would also go again in the future.

    Burger and onion rings
    Marla C.

    I went and got a burger and the onion rings!! Both were good and classics you can't go wrong with. I need to go back and try the hot dog and fries.

    Onion rings
    Ellie K.

    Order at the counter style diner. The staff running it were cheerful and helpfully answered the couple questions I had. Onion rings were a star. I also think they make their own ranch because it was especially good. Burgers tasted the way I was craving-awesome.

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    Jayme B.

    I recently met a friend here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. We arrived around 1:30 pm to try to avoid the lunch rush since the space is small. When we arrived, a booth opened up so it was good timing. You place your order at the counter and then your food/drinks are brought to you. I ordered a hot dog with cheese, ketchup, and pickles. I also ordered a side of fries and a vanilla milkshake. The food came out quickly. The kitchen/grill is out in the open so you can see your food being prepared. Overall, my food was good. It tasted like a nostalgic old school diner, which I liked! The staff were all so so sweet. They also have complimentary match books and stickers which is a fun touch. Overall, I'm glad to have Dad's in the city and I'll def be back to try some other offerings.

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    Julie Anna E.

    Anyone who has ever dogged this place (pun intended) is just a hater and hates whimsy and joy. Really great food. Wonderful employees. Everything was great!! Burgers were the perfect smash burgers, fries are a McDonald's dupe (complimentary) onions rings were absolutely bussin. Small but super cute inside and gives major throwback vibes. I love dads dog & burger!!

    Onion rings, burger, fries, chili cheese fries

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