I chose to visit Tony's Hot Dogs in Birmingham. I dined in for lunch to get the full experience…read more Tony's is a small, no frills local restaurant that feels very rooted in Birmingham's history. The atmosphere is casual and nostalgic, with regular customers coming in and staff who clearly know many of them by name. It has that classic American hot dog stand feel that reflects a long standing Southern food culture. I ordered a classic hot dog with chili and mustard, fries, and a drink. The food was simple, affordable, and filling. From a public health perspective, this type of restaurant represents traditional comfort food that is high in sodium and processed meats, which we know can contribute to chronic disease when eaten frequently. However, it also plays an important role in community identity and accessibility. The prices are reasonable, making it an option for people looking for a quick, inexpensive meal. Overall, Tony's reflects how cuisine culture is not just about nutrition, but also about tradition, affordability, and local history. It was a solid experience and a good example of how food connects people in a community.

Tony's Hot Dogs in Birmingham is the kind of place you'd drive past a hundred times if you didn't…read moreknow better. No frills. No gimmicks. Just a tiny, iconic hole in the wall that exists for one reason: to serve hot dogs that mean business. When you walk in, you already know you're not here for the décor. You're here because you're craving a hot dog and you want it done right. I ordered the Chicago dog, which showed up looking like it had zero intention of fitting politely inside its bun. This thing was juicy, oversized, and required a concerning amount of napkins. The pickles were crisp, the peppers had the right bite, the mustard was exactly what it should be. Everything hit. The only thing missing was that neon green relish that looks radioactive but somehow makes a Chicago dog official. I kind of missed it. A little. Then I got adventurous. Mistake number one. I ordered the Beef Sandwich, what I can only describe as a sloppy joe with a pickle on top. It sounded bold. It tasted... fine. Not terrible. Not memorable. Just sort of there. It's like I betrayed the hot dog gods and they let me know. My colleague went with the burger, which Tony's is apparently campaigning as "best of" material with the local news crowd. He said it was decent and a great value. High praise in burger language. Now the onion rings? Absolute perfection. Crispy, golden, and cooked exactly the way onion rings should be cooked. No notes. If I had stuck strictly to the hot dogs, this would've been an easy five-star situation. But I strayed. That's on me. Four stars. Next time, I'm staying loyal to the dogs.

Of course you can't talk about this place without talking about the PLACE. This is the definition…read moreof Hole-in-the-wall fo sho. After figuring out parking and entering Gus's the first thing I thought : " where do I stand" lol " how do I order?" Then the aroma you are hit with while trying to figure things out...let's you know I mone figure this out and leave with sumin one way or another. we ordered two each of the Chili Cheese Dogs with onion and mustard. Very Friendly service, we felt like Fans before the first bite which happened shortly after returning to our car parked on the curb. Wow LOVE @ 1st BITE!!!! this will be hard to copy on this planet!!!! The best aroma, the best flavor of chili, bun, grilled hot dog experience EVER!!!! Every bite was a Mmmmm moment!!!!

I'm currently pregnant and I really really wanted to come here to try to get one of their…read morehotdogs(which I absolutely hate, but for some reason I'm craving so so badly, but in a way that I was told they could make it) I am a little upset that they close a little early in the day.( I feel )as I had just moved to Alabama and just really wanted to get my hands on a hotdog like I was told they could do, but I've heard only great reviews so hopefully I'll get the chance to go back and try one of those!! the place looks as amazing as the reviews I'm getting sound!!

I ordered to go and it was not a very long wait. I got the original Sneaky Pete. I took off the…read morekraut and onions. It was on the smaller side but that could also be because I took off toppings. The service was neither good nor bad. It did not stand out but they did there job. I'm not a huge fan of hot dogs but I do think it's a nice plain one. I'm not a picky eater but I have just never been a huge fan of the toppings they put on hotdogs. Next time, I think I'll braver and give the chili cheese dog a try! I would definitely recommend this place if you re a fan of hot dogs as they have so much to choose from! UAB gives these out a lot at the beginning of the semester. It was nice trying it a bit warmer this time. Usually when we would try them they were a bit colder. They were still pretty good but trying them fresh definitely makes a difference!

The chili slaw dog is my favorite. I do wish the hot dog itself was more the size of a Ballpark…read more I call ahead and they prepare it really fast. I always get it to go.

Absolutely amazing! Hands down the best hotdogs and nachos in Birmingham--fresh, flavorful, and…read moreloaded just right. The hospitality was top-notch, with friendly service that makes you feel right at home. Highly recommend King Vee Hotdogs to anyone looking for great food and a welcoming vibe right here in Up-Down!

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Sol's Hot Dogs is a long-standing business in Birmingham, Alabama. I had never tried there before…read moreand today was the day to try what cannot be argued a hot dog from a business that has stood the test of time. Service was okay, though when I asked what kind of hot dogs they used, they had no clue. I ordered two hot dogs. The total was over eight dollars and honestly, the hot dogs were not good. The chili was weak and the meat topping looked and tasted like it had been out way too long. The hot dogs were also low quality. The ambiance was decent enough. I can't see myself returning.

Sol's Hog Dogs is a staple. I don't know their historical background BUT they really have been…read morearound forever!! The location in Norwood is what I remember growing up. I had been trying to get my hands on some Sol's since before Easter. Unfortunately, they don't answer their phones. So annoying! The day I visited for lunch, it was packed. I placed my order at the counter and they call out your order when it's ready. This could cause some confusion. What if multiple people ordered the same thing?! I had no issue with my order but there's definitely a more effective way...... My 2 hotdogs (well done) all the way were fantastic!!. Fries were just okay. Skinny and borderline greasy. I still ate them all up! lol Next time I will dine in instead of eating in the car. Highly recommend. You are certain to take in the rich history they have created within the walls of Sol's hotdogs!

If you want a chili dog in BHM, there is no other choice. Heck, if you want a chili dog, go to BHM…read morefor this one. My first time at this place, I was debating the condiments for my two dogs. The cook was so cool, he prepped me a third on the house his preferred way. So friendly. So tasty. Ambiance-wise, don't expect much, but it's ideal for a chili dog spot!

OMG!!! I drive a distance for these always fresh hot dogs. About 4-5 bits and it's over. I am…read moregreeted with kindness and a smile every time. You must try them and thank me later. It's a small place nice but I always eat in the car and drive.

My Dad had to have a burger from the place my Mom kept raving about me taking her to when they…read morestopped by for a brief visit. Naturally... I took him. He ordered The Triple Lindy with fries and I ordered the Texan with tots. Can't forget the foxtrot sauce for our sides. He enjoyed his visit and said he'd return. Service was top notch, per usual. Food was made fresh to order.

In the mood for a good burger, so I decided to place a to go order here. It had been probably a few…read moreyears since I had been here. The parking can be challenging, but they will be moving closer to the Walmart supercenter in Hoover on 150 sometime in the summer My son ordered the buccaneer burger and I ordered the classic. Both were just 1 patty. I did ask for ranches on the side with my tater tots, but did not receive them. The burgers definitely have a homemade taste to them. They definitely give you a generous amount of tater tots. Once I place the order, it was ready in about 15 minutes. The cashier brought it around to me which I thought was sweet. I like how it's decorated inside and it's not too bright in there. I will definitely be back to try a different burger.

Came here on a Wednesday for lunch to try for the first time. I had passed by this place several…read moretimes and have always wanted to eat here. I'm not a huge burger person, but I will say that cheeseburger was very delicious. I just got the single cheeseburger and my son got a pimento bacon cheese cheeseburger with fries. The french fries were OK. There was quite a few people there during the lunch, rush. I will definitely be back again. I did like that they had tables outside as well. You order at the counter and then they bring you your food.

I decided to try something new today for Friday dinner. I heard about this restaurant on Yelp, and…read moreother Yelpers said it was recommended. They were SO right! This restaurant is at the corner of Valleydale Road and Caldwell Mill Road, a few spots down from Publix. It is a really cute place. When you walk in, the grill is right there. I was greeted immediately, even though they were working hard. I was asked if I was the online order, and they had it ready for me, front and center. I ordered the build your own burger (with pimento cheese, bacon, lettuce, onion, mustard, and BBQ sauce with the seasoned tots. I got the Chicken Philly and side salad for my husband. Then I ordered two Caesar salads for Saturday's dinner. They look so good! I got home and fixed plates. My husband was not scheduled to come home today from his conference, but he is coming home tonight. I tasted his sandwich and it was flavorful. I think he will really enjoy it. My burger and tots were amazing! The burger fell apart while I was eating it because I had a lot of toppings on it. Each bite was delicious and I totally cleaned my plate. The tots were tasty also. I stand with the other Yelpers and recommend that you try this place.

Friday dinner with two small kids out. My husband got the double cheeseburger with bacon combo with…read morecheese curds, I got the California style cheeseburger combo with fries, and my son got a kids cheeseburger meal with tater tots. Trying to find a booth that was clean to eat at was hard. Every time we come we have to navigate several wet floor signs in the dining area. The booth seats are also torn/ripped and I didn't want my toddler crawling all over it or eating pieces of it. I found a booth with good seats but I had to wipe the table. My husband came back with "the least dirty high chair" that I also had to wipe down. The burgers were smashed pretty good, definitely seems like the slice of cheese has shrunk to where you can't even see it peeping out from under the bun. The serving of fries and tots were minimal and disappointing. After the meal, my husband went up to get the custard that comes with the kids meal and a cookies and cream concrete-- why does that take almost 10minutes to make?

Ordered a combo at the counter. Asked for an iced tea. Cashier ran the order, gave me the receipt…read moreand a cup. I went to the drink station. No tea. Waited 5 mins, kitchen staff said "We didn't make tea today". Excuse me? Went back to counter, asked the same cashier if she knew there was no tea. She said "I didn't have time to make it." EXCUSE ME??? I asked her to refund my purchase and revert from a combo to a sandwich. "I can't do that, sorry." SO, EXPLAIN TO ME WHAT YOU CAN DO? Another couple had been waiting 50 mins for their order. Finally requested a refund. A different person returned to the pickup station. Her sandwich order was wrong, her fry cup was half full. A third person also complained about their order being wrong. This is the third time I've gone to this store. It is dirty, many things are out of stock. Every time (over the past 3 years) my order was screwed up. Don't bother with this place. Poorly managed and staffed by kids.

Food first, thoughts after... I am so glad we stumbled upon…read morethis place. Absolutely delicious. I am not much of a burger person but I love burgers made like this. Fresh, handmade and not overly greasy. The sauce was not too overwhelming and paired well. This was easy to digest and honestly I could have sat there and ate two. I really wish they had fries to pair with it. Chips only. For 3 sandwiches and 2 small drinks, our total was $25.08 with $1 tip. Fast service! My burger was made before I paid with the person at the counter as she was trying to get a togo order together. Parking is overall fairly easy. This is a good solid choice for lunch/ dinner. Restaurant was clean and spacious. The layout of the tables were interesting but overall I liked the style.

We came on this side of town to have lunch at another restaurant that turned out to be closed. We…read morelooked before we can but there was as no warning of early closing today. We then looked for another place and finally found this place. Sometimes things just work out for what's best. The smell of good burgers were smelt before we opened the door. The smell matched the flavor and taste of each bite. My daughter and I both ordered the cheese but I ordered the slaw dog as well for later. We added the sweet tea and everything was pleasing to the tastebuds. The cooks and checkout clerks were friendly held welcoming conversations. When over this way I plan on returning. Again, everything was really good.