I came here as my backup plan because the line at In-N-Out was insane. I figured I'd grab something quick and call it a night. I wasn't expecting much--I was just looking for something open--but wow... this place completely surprised me. The smash burger was juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The chili was also really good. Honestly, this ended up being one of those unexpected meals that turns out better than your original plan. I'd happily come back again! read more

This is a ridiculous hot dog shack. Easy, cheap, friendly, legit. Cool restaurant to dine in but just as good to go. Everything they offer is absolute GRUB. Authentic Chicago dog, all the creations they make are an entree. Burgers, sides, YUMMO. A++ read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Chicago dog up top (sport peppers, fluorescent green relish), and a jalapeño popper dog (I already ate the SB dog!) - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Review and rating is for the food only. Staff were awesome attentive and friendly. I was craving a Chicago hot dog and it just so happed we had a football game across the street so I had to stop in to curb the craving. Unfortunately it didn't hit the craving. The dog was extremely moist and by the time i took the first bite it was falling out the bottom of the bun. The overall idea was there but small items like celery salt missing and the use of a regular bun not a poopy seed bun just happened to make the flavor combo miss the mark. I would absolutely stop in for another visit for some of the other creations on the menu. read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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I love hot dogs, and Dave's Dogs did not disappoint! They had so many options to choose from, and they were all very tasty. I would definitely return if I'm ever in the area. My only suggestion would be to have more indoor seating options, as the only options were outdoors when I visited and it was very chilly outside. read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

I went to go have lunch with an old coworker and I had to talk about the For The Streets Combo. One of the best bang for your buck combos that truly hit all of the favorites. I got the taco dog, loaded fries and soda was such a nice treat for lunch. The taco dog has a perfect mixture of asada, cheese, avocado, and onions that make for such a great take on a Mexican cuisine hot dog. Their loaded fries were also incredibly delectable with their golden cheese sauce. I did miss getting my bacon wrapped jalapeño but I'm excited for next time! read more

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This is a no frills shop but the food is all really good. They have a patio as well as some indoor seating. Everything is clean and a little kitchen. The service is efficient and helpful. There isn't a lot to say but the food is simple, well executed, and all around excellent. The fries and tots are crispy and well seasoned. The fried pickles are incredible -- they mellow out the sourness through the frying process and it's a perfect bite with ranch. The hot dogs are charred and juicy with fresh toppings. The bun is good and they have a lot of sauces to choose from. Their weekly special is a great deal -- about $10 bucks for a specific hot dog with tots or fries and a fountain drink. They have a pretty large menu. I'd like to try their Korean inspired corn dog and their burgers eventually but it's hard to beat a good hot dog. read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Santa Barbara dog, Dave's dog combo, fried pickles - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

$26 for 2 hot dogs and 2 sodas. No ice for soda machine....had to purchase 2 bottled sodas for $4 a bottle. $1 if you want onions‍ condiments come in a tear open package. The place needs a good cleaning!!! Interior was dirty!!! read more

This place fell off. Quality is mid. Prices outrageous 8.50$ for a simple hot dog. I won't be coming back anytime soon.

I ordered the Dave's style dog, they have a kiosk available to order at and it makes the dining in experience much quicker because you can see a visual of the items. The hot dog I got was very heavy in condiments and toppings which I did enjoy. I didn't notice there was bacon on it because it was under all the tomatoes but it was a pretty solid hot dog. read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Dave's Style Dog and Fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Went in midweek before the students got out, no wait, no line. Went for burger week and got the backyard smash burger, a lot of flavor and it was tasty actually. Since I was there I've always wanted to try the pizza dog, glad I did, hit the spot, very good, did not disappoint. After a good hike, this place has all the good comfort food you can think of. read more

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I had the stray dog, couldn't wait for the photo lol. It was the best street dog ever. Perfect dog, bacon wrapped frilled peppers and onions (I added jalapeños ). Everyone there is very nice and helpful, super patient with questions about the menu. Dogs made fresh to order close to the freeway, reasonably priced and delicious My wife really liked the popper dogs and our kids enjoyed the plain dogs. read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Stray Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

We love Dave's!!! We've been coming for years now. The food is always delicious, real comfort food that just HITS the spot!! I've tried several of their dogs and all of them are good. The tater tots and sides are tasty too! Great service too! Highly recommend!! read more

Awesome stop on a road trip. Food was delicious and service was quick. Easy for kids.

Okay! It's been awile since I posted but had to review this new discovery. Hou can't tell from the outside but this place has the best hotdogs ever. I had chili cheese my first visit but dug in to eat before I remembered to take pics. I almost forgot tonight as you'll see I had a big bite before I remembered. I ordered a custom dog... bacon-wrapped cheese dog with kraut. I never eat the bun so git silverware but this was too good to pass up and I inhaled it all. My friend ordered the kraut dog with mustard. He vowed to order mine next time! read more

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Searched Yelp for a great Hot Dog place as we were cruzin South on the 101 and Dave's came up. We stopped and were very pleased with what we had found. We ordered the sauerkraut, onions and mustard dog, as well as the chili dog with onions. Also a hamburger. The dogs and the burger were absolutely fantastic. Everything from the bun to the crunch of the onions and the taste of the chili, just awesome. Everything was fresh service was great and we will be coming back very soon. Highly recommended!! read more

Very good! Big fan of the pizza dog and fried Oreos. The asada tots could use a little more flavoring but overall - hit the spot. Recommend! read more

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Daves dogs is great! Good food and chill atmosphere with good prices on food without skimping on toppings. I think the pulled pork mac and cheese dog would probably be the best bag for your buck, but all the dogs would taste good. The relish they serve is lowkey radioactive green which is kinda funny, but it tastes fine. The service is also great. Their weekly deals are also good value for good food! read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Chili dog with fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Purely picked this place because we were already in the parking lot, and I'm not the biggest fan of hot dogs. That being said, I was not prepared for how DELICIOUS these hot dogs are. Tried their Pulled Pork Mac hot dog, and they do not pull any punches with these hot dogs. This dog was PACKED with mac and cheese and pulled pork with BBQ on top. Cheesy, saucy, and tasty. Will totally leave you satisfied. And I was surprised by how cheap it was. I believe it was like $8.79. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and the parking is super easy in the lot outside. Stop by when in the area for some delicious hot dogs! read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Pulled Pork Mac Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Updating my review! A lot of places hop on trends--like adding vegetarian options--and then quietly drop them later. So I really appreciate that Dave's Dogs has kept a solid lineup of vegetarian choices, and they actually do them right. The other day we got the Santa Barbara and Hot Cheeto hot dogs with cheese fries and everything was so good. I'm also a big fan of their vegetarian corn dogs and burgers. Honestly, deciding what to order is always the hardest part because there are way too many good options. read more

No ice, but they didn't tell us that when we ordered a fountain soda. The hotdog tasted like it probably WAS really good fresh, but we waited 20 mins before we went to check on our food and it had been done fore a while, sitting with the online orders. They took forever for everyone. There was an order ahead of us who hadn't gotten their food either and a man who had been there before told us we were going to be waiting a while. Oh and I didn't get the cheese I ordered. It's a hotdog place, it should be fast. Waiting 20 is insane. Don't go on a lunch break!! read more

Been coming to Dave's Dogs since around 2015 or 2016, back when they were still just a hot dog cart out on Milpas during my college days. My friend Chandler told me this was the late-night move, and man... that first time changed the game. Not only was the food fire, but I got to know Dave personally, and he's been solid since day one. Just a good dude who pours everything into what he does. You could feel it even when it was just him working the cart. I've probably had every dog on the menu at this point, no shame. Back in the day, the Santa Barbara Dog and El Niño Dog were my go-to. Heavy hitters. That mix of flavor, sauce, and crunch? Just unbeatable for a late-night bite. Fast forward to now, and Dave's got a full-on shop, crazy menu, full setup, and the food is still just as good, if not better. This time I kept it classic with the sauerkraut dog and chili cheese dog, and bro... come on. They still hit like day one. Sauerkraut had that perfect tang, chili was meaty and rich without being messy, and the buns were soft and toasted just right. I also had the patty melt, and that thing was absolutely bonkers. Like, gone in four bites type of good. Cheese melted right, onions grilled up perfectly, the whole thing was just balanced and rich. Easily one of the best items on the menu. Tried the burger too and yeah... amazing. Simple, juicy, full of flavor. No fluff. And of course, the tater tots and fries are must-haves. Crispy, hot, and seasoned right. Great sides to round it out. Also gotta shout out the horchata. I'm pretty sure it's house-made and you can taste it. Creamy, sweet but not too sweet, and refreshing enough to cool down from all the savory heat. It's honestly crazy to see the growth. From a cart on the street to a full-blown Santa Barbara staple. But knowing Dave and the way he works, it makes sense. He earned all of it. This is a local business worth supporting, not just because the food's amazing, but because the heart behind it is real. If you have not been to Dave's Dogs yet, you're missing out. Pull up, order whatever sounds good, and enjoy. You literally cannot go wrong. read more

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Atmosphere... eh I got the vibe It was cool..deco and music... servers were fine. Choices of food on website and yelp rated high.. however, whether it be what we ordered or just an off day(this was our first time) I didn't dig it. Cold dogs and what seemed to have been a previously frozen burger patty. Cleanliness..... gave me the Ick! Needless to say... Won't be going back. read more

The Dave's style dog was just alright. Nothing spectacular. They would've gotten 3 stars out of me if the corn dog was decent but it's wasn't. It's was cold and greasy to the touch like they didn't wait until the oil was hot to fry it. Also smelled like it was cooked in old grease so it smelled like old fries. I took one bite and tossed it. read more

Tucked away in the corner of the shopping center beside a few other businesses and a Vons is Dave's Dogs Grill. This place had been on my radar for some time but never had the time to make it inside. Finally had some time, and I'm very glad I did. This place makes some awesome food, has a friendly staff, and a nice, calming little patio attached to the side. The food carries a simplicity in its design but delivers far above expectations. In other words, it actually looks like the picture included on the menu/website when it arrives to your table. Santa Barbara dog was great and the fries were filling and seasoned well. Will most certainly be back again soon! read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Santa Barbara dog Fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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I love Dave's dogs they never disappoint. I always come in starving every time and am stuffed by the time I finish my hot dog. Amazing read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Mac N Cheese Dog, El Nio Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

The dogs large and filling. They have ton of options and all look good, you will have a hard time deciding. I have had the Chicago dog and the Hawaiian Style dog. Both great but definitely recommend the Hawaiian. Bring your own wet wipes for your hands and face! read more

The service was great I ordered the pull pork mac hotdog and the western I took a bite of the pulled pork and there was a long strip of plastic in my hotdog I know it wasn't their fault it's the manufacturer fault read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Plastic - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Dave... come on now, don't think I don't notice how your dog has reduced its size by 50%. I.notice.everything. Okay jokes aside, the brat used to be way better and bigger but the price is the same. This place is good but just suffering from inflation like the rest of us. read more

My hot dog was good even if it was overpriced for just a hot dog (over $9 for a plain because I wanted a chicken dog rather than a beef which costs more for some reason). The onion rings were standard fare, nothing to write home about but not bad, either. My companion got the grilled cheese and hated it even though she loves grilled cheese because they use mozzarella cheese! It did not say that on the menu and there was no option to change it to the cheese(s) that 99.9% of restaurants use for grilled cheese which is cheddar and/or American. As a result, it was just tasteless. Imagine globby "pizza cheese" not on crust but on grilled bread with no sauce or toppings. Yuck! Like eating chewy water. Maybe mozzarella cheese is cheaper? No idea why they use it but I wish they would tell people on the menu that that is what they will get. read more

Ordered the plain dog with mustard, Jalapeño dog (substituted with the hot link), and jalapeño poppers. 10 out 10 across the board. The hot link jalapeño dog was spicy and delicious. The poppers were some of the best I've had (great ranch). Even the plain dog was flavorful and a good size. Check this place out, and if you've been here, hurry back. read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - I dug right in. It was gone before I remembered to take a picture for this review...lol Jalapeno Popper Dog,Plain Dog 4 Jalapeno Poppers - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Went to Dave's for lunch on Monday and they didn't disappoint, as usual. Grace was amazing in her suggestions of what to order and Conor made absolutely delicious loaded carne asada fries. Well done team, well done. read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Loaded Asada Fries/Tots - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Amazing Dogs and a CAR GUY to boot! Awesome. We had a variety of Dogs, by the STRAY DOG was delish. Be sure to snag the Jalapeno Bacon Poppers, too. read more

Dave's Dogs is the hot spot in Santa Barbara! They have an awesome menu of different styles of hot dogs and you're sure to find the one that best fits your cravings!The fries are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside and go great with your dog. The staff is quick, efficient and friendly and prepare things just the way you want. The inside adds that extra feel of place where you know you're about to get a great dog! The next you want a hot dog check out Dave's Dogs Grill!!! read more

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i got dave's dogs at the goleta lemon festival and it was delicious! moderately priced. i can't really say anything about the service because it was just a food truck, but from what i could tell they seemed really nice! again, it was at the lemon festival so i wasn't actually in the restaurant so can't say anything about the ambiance but i imagine it's good there!! read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Love the food. I was on my break and they didn't open until 11:30 basically wasted my whole break waiting for them to open /:

Forget Dave's hot chicken, DAVE'S DOGS is the place to be! I give him 10 stars all the way around! Dave himself is personally there at the register taking orders and he was very kind in telling me about the menu (my first time here from LA), all of the staff was sweet. I ended up getting the #3 Santa Barbara Dog, #15 Pulled Pork Mac and tator tots. AMAZING! I've never had anything like this. The Santa Barbara Dog was probably my favorite, the other was good too, and the tator tots were cooked to perfection! Just the right amount of crunchiness and the spicy mayo dip was tasty! The vibe was chill too, the reggae music was a nice touch, and the place was clean. I will definitely come back next time I'm in the area, and hopefully Dave will expand to LA one day soon. I'm leaving satisfied, full and happy. Thanks again Dave. read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Santa Barbara Style Dog, Pulled Pork Mac Dog & Tater Tots - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Thank you so much Dave's Dogs Grill for having Korean corn dogs. I was craving them and could not find them at the store or any Korean restaurant nearby. The servers are very nice and the corn dog is huge and delish; made fresh. I have also had their hotdogs which are very good. I used the claw machine while waiting. This place is so real. Go here for corn dogs and support them please!!! read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Korean Korean Style Corn Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Super Good quality hot dogs! The hotdogs are amazing here. The beef hot dogs are so tender and the buns are nice and soft. The toppings are really fresh and delicious. I thought the chili dog was fabulous. I can't wait to come back and try the pastrami hot dog. Highly recommend this place. read more

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Wished Dave's dogs were closer to downtown area - yesterday had one of their Chicago chili dogs at the Mission during the chalk painting festival - it was exceptional - as a Chicago-land person it was a home run hot dog - really flavorful. read more

Dave's Dogs Grill - Chicago chili dog - flavorful. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Good service and unique dogs. Maybe a little overpriced, but it's Santa Barbara, so roll with it.