Exceptional hot dogs. Numerous choices of specialty dogs, served on a hard roll. I had the Cincinnati (with the Dogtown chili) and the St. Bernard (kraut, swiss, and mustard). Both were great. I'll definitely return for a cheap late night meal. Maybe I found my Roc alternative to Jim's Steakout? read more

Its called dog town because they truly have the best hot dogs. I forgot the name of what I ordered but it had sour cream, salsa jalapeños, and cheddar cheese on top. It was absolutely delicious. However given the fact its a hot dog, it was very greasy. Anytime I want a hotdog I'll just go to dog town instead! read more

Dogtown - American Near Me - Rochester, New York

Went here earlier today with my mom for lunch. The place is rather small which can get annoying during peak hours. I ordered a half plate italian veggie dog with mac salad and sweet potato fries. I was surprised how much I got for a half plate, I was literally expecting half of what I got, I can imagine what full plate could be. The meal was very filling that I barely could finish my plate. read more

Dogtown - Half plate Italian veggie dog with sweet potato fries and Mac salad - American Near Me - Rochester, New York

Best garbage plates around, hands down. Nick Tahou's can suck it (just kidding, I actually have yet to try their original). My girlfriend begs me to go here whenever she visits. It's especially good drunk food--all greasy and miserable and wonderful and brilliant. read more

There's no denying that Dogtown has great--and creative!--hot dogs, but I always finish my dog (usually the German Shepherd or the Greek Stray) wishing there was less bread in my bun. While the rolls are good, they just overwhelm what would be an amazing combination of Zweigles hot dog and fun, fresh condiments otherwise. Since the hot dogs are made to order, you may end up waiting a little while for your food, and the indoor space is a little shabby and small-- we usually grab ours to go and enjoy them at home! read more

How could you not like this place. If you came here for anything other than awesome artisan hot dogs then I guess you couldn't take the hint in the name. Awesome artisans hotdogs [it makes me feel better calling them Artisan]. read more

I am constantly getting bad service from here. They do what they want to do. How the you cant put down the right order when it was just 2 hotdogs and home fries with meat sauce on the side? Got the order wrong 2 times in a row. My wife went home without a meal with me feeling guilty that i get to eat mine. The food was good but the service was not. We are done with this establishment even though we are just a flea on your collar, you wont miss us. read more

Good spot for lunch or a late-night snack after a drunken night of craziness. I finally got to try out this place this past weekend. I ordered the daily special: portugese chorizo with grilled onions and peppers. it came with a side in which i ordered fries. i liked it. the chorizo was nice and spicy. the fries were ok. definitely wanna try some of the vegetarian options next time. read more

Great Place for ROC City Classics! Dogtown is super-tasty. Aside from offering a wide variety of fresh, creative hot dog options, it also has, in my opinion, the best Garbage Plate in Rochester! Service is friendly and fast and the dog photos on the wall are always amusing. read more

Amazing little place with great selection of wild hot dogs! Had the more traditional German dog and loved it - tasted very wurst-like. Love the crowd and the vibe. read more

Dogtown - Hot Dogs with DJ at dog town in Rochester - American Near Me - Rochester, New York

Went on friend's suggestion. It was packed. The parking lot is not fit for such a popular joint, but that's not their fault, exactly. They share with other establishments. I would suggest a side street for parking and just walk. The menu. Wow. Didn't really know you could do so much with a damn hot dog. My kids just had plain and boring (but the fries were awesome): I had the St. Bernard and omg was that amazing. Side of onion rings. Damn!!!!!! Staff is awesome. The place was slammed but no one acted put out or flustered. Excellent experience read more

Best plate in Rochester. The Mac salad is drool worthy as well as their meat sauce. This is where I take people who have never had a garbage plate before. DELICIOUS read more

I finally had lunch here yesterday with the hubby. The specialty dogs are super creative. I had the coyote which is topped with salsa, sour cream, cheddar cheese and jalapenos. he had a golden retriever which is topped with bacon and cheddar. We split an order of sweet potato fries (which are sprinkled with cinnamon sugar....super yummy!) as well as the homemade spicy sweet potato corn chowder which was delicious. The service was friendly but it took surprisingly long to get our food. The place itself is small but somehow they manage to cram lots of tables & chairs in there so it accommodates quite a few people. I especially like the black & white photos of random dogs on the walls. They also have a nice patio area that folks seemed to enjoy even though it was a tad chilly. The only thing that didn't thrill me was the hot dog itself which is why I'm only giving them 3 stars instead of 4. I know this is probably a sacrilegious statement to make in Rochester but I'm not a huge fan of Zweigle's. (There I finally said it!!) Next time I'll probably pay the extra 50 cents an upgrade to a 100% beef frank. read more

Different. In a very good way. I miss your hot dogs. Great vegetarian options. Great location. Great prices. Yum. read more

I come here everytime I go to Rochester. Good service and good food. My friends and I always manage to get a table either inside or outside. I get junkyard dogs with hot dogs(french fries and baked beans or mac salad depending on my mood) and my friend gets with the cheeseburgers( frnch fries and home fries). My cousin get hers with veggie burgers which I don't like but she loves. They are all best with no onions thrown on top though. read more

Dogtown - Junkyard Dogs and Junkyard Veggie Plates - American Near Me - Rochester, New York

Really appreciate all the vegetarian options. We ordered and I picked up to-go. We had the Veggie Caribbean Wild Dog - The relish was ample and overly sweet. We had the Veggie Rhodesian Ridgeback - spot on. So need to experiment with ordering a bit, but there seems to be a lot of good options! read more

One of the best garbage plates in Rochester, as well as so many hot dogs you cant even choose there's so many, people are friendly, definitely a frequent customer read more

I've spent many late nights and lazy afternoons standing in line at Pinks in Hollywood. Now that I'm older, I see that it was for the novelty rather than the actual hot dogs. This is not the case with Dogtown. I like the change of pace - more laid back and I don't feel like I'm being herded to the counter like a cow. My veggie tex-mex mutt took a smidge longer than I expected but it was delicious and I absolutely knew they were preparing it on the spot. Sure, the salsa wasn't fresh but the veggie dog itself was very enjoyable. And the BREAD. My goodness! Light, fresh, and fluffy; perfectly toasted for just enough structure to hold up the massive amount of condiments. I'd eat the bread plain given the chance. I was informed that they have veggie garbage plates. I cheat at being vegetarian occasionally but I have never been able to bring myself to order a garbage plate (is this an appropriate avenue to say how much I miss bacon?). I'm excited because now I have the chance to really experience Rochester. I'll be back, soon. read more

I enjoyed the food. I had the barbecue hot dog. It was really good. i also tried the garbage plates, they are really good. Customer service was great. I would go again. read more

A true Rochester/Monroe Ave staple. If you're sick of the local, standard 'hots' places for a plate, definitely give Dogtown a go.

I can't eat red meat or gluten and was happy to find that they had veggie dogs and gluten free buns. They were actually tasty too! Sweet potato fries were also gluten free. read more

Delicious dogs in a chill spot. Great variety. They also have a Vegan Garbage Plate which may be the only one in town. Been loving this spot for 8 years and the quality has never gone down read more

Ordered on grubhub. Missing part of order. Called the mt hope kitchen and the guy cussed at me, blaming the driver and me for lying because he 'packed it himself', even though the bag was tied. Then started eating rest of order and the hot dogs were cold, like they weren't even cooked at all. Lost a customer after this one. read more

There are several Rochester food staples and this definitely is one of them. If you know how much them Western New Yorkers like their hots, you'll find all the hots you can ever dream of here. I tried their chili cheese dog, and it was pretty delicious. Unfortunately, it sat in a paper bag for 30 minutes so I didn't get to enjoy it at it's prime. If you enjoy more toppings on your hots, there's plenty of selection. read more

Dogtown is simply awesome! There are sooooo many topping options it's a little overwhelming (in that good oooh-I-want-to-have-them-all-right-now kinda way). For this visit I tried the Rhodesian Ridge Back, which is a Zweigle's red hot, coleslaw and grilled tomatoes covered in melted jack cheese. Damn! I fell in love a little bit. I also have to mention that the bread is stellar. It's a good, sturdy French bread roll that can easily hold it all together. I added an order of onion rings, which were also delicious--simple, but done right. I tend to get my order to go, because the dinning area and porch are small and often full. Lastly, I definitely have to give the girls at the counter props. They are friendly and very efficent, which makes standing in line much more tolerable. read more

Dogtown is really cool. I love the creativity of naming different hot dogs after dogs. The resturant is VERY small and tight, but it is filled with pictures of all different dogs and pups which bring me happiness. The service is fast, the server brings out the food to you. I ordered the cubano and my boyfriend got the reuben. Both were filled with sauce, cheese, and other ingredients. These were delicious. Get the foot long if you go - worth it. Also, their philly cheese steaks are really yummy and I love their onion rings! I think everything is very affordable for the amount of food you get! read more

Dogtown - Reuben and Cubano - American Near Me - Rochester, New York

I am in love with this place. I found it a couple years ago when I still lived in Rochester, and let me tell you, my friends and I have been back so much since, they know our names (we came here after our senior prom and our graduation). But everyone who works there is so friendly and interesting, always willing to chat or suggest something new. My all time favorite? The Chihuahua, a special with sour cream, cheese, and in house made corn salsa. If you ever see it on the board, try it! The plates are also infinitely better than anything at a 'regular' hots, and the crowd is less unruly. Set behind a parking lot on Monroe, right where Oxford ends. I've been to the famous Pinks, and let me tell you, they don't even compare to Dogtown. read more

This is the best eatery in Rochester. It is more successful at its mission than any other restaurant I have been to, probably because hardcore American food like hot dogs is really the culinary embodiment of a dying Rust Belt holdout. However, Rochester does have a small but thriving art scene and excess IQ points abound in this university town. In a parallel manner, Dog Town produces consistently delicious gourmet hot dogs, garbage plates and fries but also takes them in new directions. I am not a vegetarian, but I love the veggie dog with veggie chili and cheese so much that I always get that. I cannot think of a better summer afternoon treat. Also, this place has the best fries in Rochester. The sweet potato fries are good but the regular ones are so crunchy and delicious that I never get the others. Finally, there is a now a beer shop across the street, so you can order a few dogs, pick up some cold ones while they cook, and then take it all into a park. I actually did it in the winter once. It was still fun! read more

I haven't been in Rochester in at least 4 years and it's been longer since I entertained my Garbage Plate addiction.... I had the opportunity today and was NOT disappointed!! This place is awesome!! Very cool vibe, like something tucked away in the East Village.... And all about dogs... ;-) Probably the best Garbage Plate!! Fast friendly service as well. I can't wait to go back. read more

Dogtown - American Near Me - Rochester, New York

What a great lunch spot. It's small and parking is darn near impossible, but great service, great selection of interesting soda, and hot dogs every way you can imagine. Great names like the mongrel which is onions and homemade sauce, among other things. There is some inside and outside seating. read more

Dogtown - American Near Me - Rochester, New York

You really can't go wrong with Zweigle's hot dogs. The bread was good, the mushroom and cheese toppings were plentiful to the point where it was falling off. I do wish they had cut my bread all the way because the hot dog was sitting on top and kept falling out with each bite. Good friendly service and fair prices. Easy parking with their own lot. Definitely would come back. read more

Great hot dogs! I got the Pit Bull and it was perfect. It had peppers, onion, chili sauce, and bbq sauce. It was simple and the dog seemed steamed. The bun was made of french bread, which was an interesting touch. I tried my friend's french fries and they were awesome. Everyone who got different dogs (including a vegan dog) really enjoyed their meal. I would give it a shot if you have about $4 to spare on a gourmet hot dog. They have a $5 limit on their credit card machine, so you might be better off getting a meal. I got a dog and pop. read more

I'm here pretty much every week for some reason or another. No matter what, someone wants to go to Dogtown and I'm always ready for it. If I'm super hungry, I will always go for the PortaPlate. This giant mushroom creation is delicous, super filling, and a healthier choice compared to other more trashy options. That being said, the Irish Setter is probably the best hot dog ever created. Bravo read more

Best plates in Rochester. Home fries are always hot and crispy, and that mac salad is fantastic. Dogs are creative, but I always seem to gravitate towards the less abstract ones, even though I am normally an adventurous eater. The buns they use are perfect for the size of the dogs and taste delicious. Those plates though... I'm getting hungry just thinking about them. I can think of only two downsides to this place. 1) They're closed on Sundays, which is almost always the day I want to go. I would probably eat here 10 times as often if I could get it on Sundays. 2) I REALLY wish they made their own dogs. Coming from downstate NY, these Zweigels dogs just don't cut it. They are the only dog you can find anywhere, and they really just aren't very good, to be honest. No snap and they taste like bologna. If they made their own dogs, this place would easily have a 5 star rating. read more

Best hot dogs I've ever had. The food is always good, I have yet to be disappointed by this place. Would recommend to everyone.

The food itself is amazing. It's a tight fit to sit and dine in, especially during the busier times. The wide variety of hot dogs allow anyone to find something they enjoy. I personally love the German Shepard (mustard, onions, sauerkraut) on a veggie dog. The hot dog bun is always toasted which adds a bit of crunch to an already delicious burger. They lose a star for the lack of indoor seating and the parking lot being extremely difficult. The food is absolutely wonderful and I've enjoyed everything I've had from here and it is a relatively short wait for a customized hot dog! read more

I've never wanted to go to Nick Tahou's after getting the Junkyard Dog Plate. Dogtown is fun, clean and the food is tasty and satisfying. I've gotten delicious individual Dogs, but I usually get the Plate. I enjoy the vegetarian hots with mac salad, sweet potato fries, onions, mustard and the vegetarian hot sauce (a savory 3-bean chili). They usually have a pie from a bakery that employs disabled people which is really fresh. not like a wegman's pie. The crusts are perfectly flaky and the fillings are very yummy. If they have a fruit pie I make sure to get some. and I only will eat desserts worth eating. They have soups too. They sound good, but I've never tried them. the menu expands beyond hots. I recall cheesesteaks, sausages and more. they have their full menu online. I hope some day they start serving beer. The dining area is simple and comfortable. They also have outdoor seating. They have a dog motif going, hence Dogtown. customers bring in pictures of their dog(s) and post them on the wall. Looking at the doggy photos really passes the time while you wait the 5 minutes for your order. The staff is friendly and competent, but I swear they are stoned. They haven't got an order wrong in over 2 years though. read more

Large and creative menu makes this a unique restaurant for Rochester. I agree with a previous poster who said the service is a little slow. Small, take-out style "dining room", feels kind of like a pizza parlor. They do have a customer bathroom. I believe there is a $10 minimum for credit cards so come with cash! read more

Really good hot dawgs! I had an Irish Setter: corned beef, cheese, kraut, and "Russian dressing". Try the white dogs, supposedly a Rochester delicacy. Possibly the best hot dog I've ever had. read more

Best Garbage Plate in Rochester! The dogs are quality and too many styles to make a decision on. Must stop for local cuisine read more

Dogtown - Match made in heaven! - American Near Me - Rochester, New York