I love dives. Especially when they are intersting from a Retro point of view. The review by John D. expresses my feelings about Doogie's dogs. Coney Island with the original Nathan's placed right smack dab in the middle of Surf Ave., is a national landmark. Tough gang members will come to Hartford and get really mad when they can't get their fix of Nathan's. Better build one soon because they (gangs) are taking over all of Brooklyn. The french fries at Doogie's are standard fare. They do not hold a candle to Nathans (which are always voted "Best in New York.") They are! One time I was in Doogies and they were pushing clam necks on me. That's the neck with no body. Like eating fried rubber bands. This place could really stand to compete with some of the NY and California food joints. So much potential. So little time. read more

After months of discipline, Keto met a quick and painful death with the introduction of a fried Twinkie to my system yet I digress, as an avid Man Vs Food groupie I researched his landing in Connecticut as Columbus did on the Western Hemisphere and this place was selected to ensure my sugar gluttony was reborn. This place is located next to Ruth Chris Stakehouse which is kind of odd. The parking lot is small and the venue follows suit with its small size. The family order included two kids meals (corn dogs and hot dog) while my honey and I took on the GIGANTIC and quite odd 24" Man Vs Food Hot Dog. The kids meals were acceptable and the hot dog the adults ordered was in the words of Mr Sulu George Takei, "Oh My!" The grilled veggies were tasty and the chilli complimented the hot dog. After the food went down, there, THERE IT WAS, the fried Twinkies which I heard about so much in Texas. I had eaten Ben and Jerry's so I knew Keto was ending so I called up the Twinkie to put Keto out of its misery. Each bite was a horribly delicious bite and I recommend. The meal was approximately $35 and worth the Man Vs Food trek...."Oh My" read more

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Drove over an hour to try them, website said they closed at 7. Pulled in at 5:10 only to be told sorry closing early since it's hot out.

Went here to get my kid a chili dog because he was dying to try one after seeing the sonic movie. We were super excited to find this place since we live in Newington and it had great reviews everywhere. I called in a pick up order and they said it would be ready in about an hour. Wow what a disappointment. $30 for three mediocre hotdogs with mushy buns that seemed exactly like the kind you buy a bag for $1 at the grocery store. The chili was gross and absolutely came out of a can. Fries were cold and stale and the cheese tasted like nothing. No one in my family finished their meal. The customer service was awful and whoever manages the store should be embarrassed at the way their store is being run. Be warned, this place may have been great at one time but I can't imagine anyone enjoying the quality of food we got. read more

Absolutely spectacular hotdogs. Excellent service. Toppings were tasty. Good pricing. Will be returning for sure read more

Doogie's - College dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Newington, Connecticut

Doogies is a great spot in the Berlin Turnpike if youre looking to get your hotdog fix. Not a lot of parking but enough for 20 cars and not everyone eats in. The owner is a big fan of the 50's with oldies playing on the radio. The walls are decorated with old records and concert posters. Man vs Food stopped by and there is one hell of a challenge. If you can down (2) 2' long hot dogs with toppings fries and a drink in 20 you get your name on the wall. Not really for the faint hearted or lite eater. There are 10" 16" and 24" long hotdogs. They can be topped with pretty much anything you can imagine. Hard cheese, nacho cheese, chili, bacon, raw and grilled onions, peppers, slaw, and kraut just to name a few. There are about 10 specialty dogs and burgers on the menu. They also have fries, onion rings, and anything else a norma drive in would have. The prices are very reasonable and they are pretty quick with the service. I usually visit whenever I'm in that part of the state. Stop by and try the challenge. read more

Ok, I haven't had a hot dog in I don't know how long. This place was on the Yelp bucket list and Ive been dying to check it out, but really didn't have a reason to make the trip out to Newington. But then my boyfriend's son had his 13th birthday and he's a big fan of hot dogs. Sweet! So all 6 of us made he trip. The Bday Boy was the only one that ended up with a 2footer (bacon/cheese). He ate it for 3 days! lol. Of the 3 girls, one had her first chili dog and the twins had bacon cheese dogs. One exclaimed it was the "BEST HOT DOG" she has ever had. I tried the Tijuana Dog and it was quite tasty but if I go back Im going for a loaded chili dog for sure. Inside gets pretty busy in waves and outside there are 3 or 4 patio tables that seat 6. It was a great day out so it was perfect. My only complaint is the bathroom, it smelled like a Porto- potty.. God awful. But besides that downside, it was all upsides! read more

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We were recommended to come here by a relative after visitng another hot dog place in state and being let down. We came in excited and left full, happy, and planning out next trip. read more

Doogie's - Hot Dogs Near Me - Newington, Connecticut

Had to wait 10 minutes for a hotdog it was cold everything I ordered on it was told to get off end of counter the dog was long might be 10 inches but bun was only maybe 5 to 6 had to wait outside side these people don't no what a hotdog is up north read more

This is our favorite cheat day spot when we swap out our salads for a huge loaded hot dog and fries. I love the 50s decorations and vibes you get when you're here. The food is delicious and did I mention the hot dogs are huge? I get a hot dog topped with cole slaw, chili, cheese, and onions. I love that you put your own onions on top so you don't get jipped. The fries are always crispy, fresh, hot, and delicious. I'm getting hungry just writing this review. If your on the Berlin turnpike this is the best place to stop! The service and food consistently exceeds expectations. read more

Doogie's is a guilty pleasure of mine. I know it's not the healthiest food, but it's so darn good and satisfying at the time! They have a wide range of menu choices now, much more than just hot dogs. The line can be long during peak times. It's a smaller parking lot and there is a good amount of indoor seating. There is some outdoor seating as well, but it's unfortunately next to the dumpster. I love coming here in the summer time. Where else can you get a freaking 2 foot long hot dog?! It's crazy but it's fun. read more

Doogies is a funky little dive hot dog shack on the Berlin Turnpike that serves up Martin Rosol's natural casing hot dogs, in 10", 16", and yes, 24" sizes! TWO FOOT long hot dogs on specially baked hot dog rolls! That natural casing gives hot dogs that "snap" when you bite into them, and is a sign of a truly superior hot dog. In fairness, the other brands noted also offer natural casings. The rest is a matter of personal taste. Martin Rosol makes arguably the best dogs in Connecticut, in a state that has several makers of superior hot dogs, including Hummel Brothers, Grote & Wiegel, Rosslers, Muckes, Sabrett, and others. That could be argued for hours. However, Doogies has their 16" & 24" dogs made just for them, and does them supreme justice, with mega topping offerings allowing the customer to "personalize" their hot dog. My only real issue is that the chili they use on their hot dogs is suspiciously like Hormel Chili. They should work on that. It doesn't rise to the standard of the Martin Rosol hot dogs they serve. Aside from hot dogs, Doogies offers a variety of very good burgers, an honorable homage to a Philly Cheese steak, and now a variety of fried seafood and GASP! (drum roll, please) lobster rolls! Don't let the exterior, or slightly aging interior put you off. Doogies is clean as a whistle. Tables are cleaned as they are vacated, and even the unisex bathroom is not off-putting. Come here for the DOGS, OR anything they offer, but come! read more

Doogie's - Yup! It's a 16" chili cheese dog! And a darned GOOD one! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Newington, Connecticut

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Don't go to Doogie's if you're looking for a reasonable priced meal. Their food is expensive and average at best. The french fries were either under-done and mushy or over-done and burnt. The chili tasted like it was Hormel, and the cheese sauce was tepid and gluey. My biggest complaint about Doogie's is also their customer service. Hungry and over excited one and half year old children can get noisy. It is unnecessary to compare any one's child to an animal, and then proceed to stare at them. In the end it made for a very uncomfortable dining experience. All of these together mean that my family and I shall not be returning to Doogie's. read more

Best hotdog money can buy. The hubby likes the 24 inch Man VS. Food dog. I got a foot long college dog. We sat and ate our dogs outside with a big tub of curly fries and dual root beers. Life couldn't have gotten any better. Definitely a yes choice if you want an amazing hot dog. Kind of pricey but surely worth every penny. The atmosphere is very casual, accommodation for everyone, and very friendly. During the warmer months I recommend taking your dining outside, just make sure it's not too windy. One of those places you have to try before you kick it. read more

Doogie's was recently voted 2014's Best Hot Dog in Connecticut. The hot dog I got was OK, but I wouldn't as far to say it's the best I've had in the state. There are options for a 10-inch, 16-inch, and 24-inch dog. You can get toppings such as chili, cheese, onions, and peppers. Or you can load up your own dog with ketchup, mustard, raw onions, or two types of relishes from the condiment bar. What really turned me off about this place was the overall attitude of the employees. Here were a few things said, word for word: My Dad: I'll take a 24-inch Doogie. Cashier: So you want the 2-foot Doogie? My Dad: The 24-inch. Cashier (with a sarcastic tone): Yeah, that's 2 feet. *Customer's baby starts crying* Doogie's Employee: OK, enough. It's time to go! There was also a poster on the wall outlining Doogie's Rules of Conduct, and they all pretty much said to just eat your food and get out without making any comments. It's really not OK to treat customers the way Doogie's does, especially somewhere with the "Best Hot Dog in Connecticut." read more

Visited here on a work trip with some coworkers. It looks. Bit sketchy from the outside, but the inside is old fashioned and clean. I thought the prices were decent, but the fries were expensive and included a "free" drink- which you definitely paid for in the price of the fries. I left stuffed! I had a 10inch hotdog with sauteed onions and sweet potato fries. Hot dog was really big! The taste was decent and the bun was soft and fresh tasting. I have a weakness for Sweet Potato fries and they were pretty good. A little on the soft side, but I still enjoyed them. One of the guys I was with got the 2 ft hot dog with Chili. He at the whole thing and it was served basically on a baguette. It was massive. I tried one of his onion rings and they were very good. Overall, a neat place to visit if you are in the area. I haven't had the opportunity to go to a "hot dog place" like that before. The burgers and philly cheese steaks looked really good too. read more

I love hot dogs..... I've been to Doogies numerous times and every time I go i wanted to be wowed by wow good but I never have been.. My hands down fav is the Reuben dog. Everything you love in a Rueben but on a hot dog. Good stuff. But! They don't beat Capitol lunch. A onion chili mustard small dog at Doogies is almost 2 bucks more than at Cappys !!! Save your money and head in new Britain!!! 1.80 for a loaded dog... Maybe Doogies will cut one in half for ya....and charge you 1.80..... read more

So, after spending a year or so away from Newington (it's just not a close drive anymore, sadly), I had the chance to stop in again. Grote & Weigel are no long served there and I'm pretty bummed about that, cause those are the top, best hot dogs (in my opinion). I know, I know, manufacturing and all that other stuff, it was necessary, doesn't mean I have to like it. So they switched to Martin and Rossol (? is that right?) Well, whichever they are, they're good, really really good, but not as good at G&W. The chili is still amazing, love the 50's-60's style on the inside. So if you're close enough, this is the place for hotdogs, hands down.. If you're more in my area, well, check out my other reviews and you'll see. read more

Best hot dog place in the Hartford metro area. I mean, who else serves footlong hot dogs, and can honestly claim it's their THIRD longest hot dog? That's right, they have 16" hot dogs, and simply monstrous 2-foot-long hot dogs. Insane! Plus, all of their dogs are reportedly made locally at a factory in New Britain. This makes Doogie's a much more unique experience than going to some hot dog cart with a bunch of Oscar Mayers floating around in water... Lots of toppings are available too. Yummy chili, cheese, onions, the works! And the service is fast and [usually] friendly. Just a few downsides: First of all, I don't think they sell booze. Would be nice if they at least had a few beers on hand. Secondly, I wouldn't exactly call the ambience factor an A+. They're supposedly going for a 50's car hop kinda theme, but it doesn't really work for me. Let's just say I wouldn't take a first date there. These are minor bones to pick though. Doogie's is still great when you're bringing friends out for a cheap dinner, or stopping by alone for a cheap lunch. Just make sure you've got someone to share with if you get the 2-footer! read more

Stopped by today to check it out, having never eaten at Doogie's. I really enjoy a good chili dog with a little mustard and ketchup on top. Honestly, I was a bit disappointed. The dog was only OK. No real snap to it when I bit into it and no discernible flavor. The chili was OK but very bland with very little of the spicy chili taste I prefer. Overall, a pretty tasteless chili dog. If you are passing by, I wouldn't suggest that you NOT stop by to grab a dog if you are hungry, just that I have definitely had a much better chili dog with superior taste back up in the Coventry area at a roadside snack bar. Unfortunately, the snack bar is closed during the winter months. Not trying to rag on Doogie's, just my honest opinion. Your experience may vary. read more

Why did it take me so long ? I drive by a lot. Love all the different types of dogs - would love to see a classic Chicago style on the menu too. Can't go all the time since I'm trying to eat better, but nice to know its yummy and in my backyard read more

You have to be kidding, Adam Richman, Man versus food got this place completely wrong, there's nothing special about this place at all, the bread is a dry, week old tasteless French baguette. the hotdog is a burnt to a Crisp hot mess And the wait staff looks dirty and uneducated! We threw away most of the 2-16 inch hotdogs in the garbage. The only way you could get a decent hot dog out of this establishment is if you brought Your own hot dogs from home and cooked Them over the hot coals of the building after one of the inept waitstaff, Burned it to the ground in a four alarm grease fire!! read more

When back and was again satisfied with service and food. Got another two ft dog and a burger this time with pastrami on it. Wow so good! read more

Doogie's - Pastrami burger and two ft hot dog. Delicious - Hot Dogs Near Me - Newington, Connecticut

Doogies is a hole in the wall, easy to miss place on the Berlin Turnpike. It is small, cozy and independently owned. The interior is adorned with old records on the walls and music that should be played at a 1950's style diner is in a loop on the radio. While doogies has many things on the menu, they're known for their hot dogs. They have many toppings, but my favorite is the Dixie Dog, which is topped with coleslaw and BBQ pulled pork. While you can order a small dog, if you come here, you really have to try the two foot long hotdog. To my knowledge, it's the longest hotdog you can buy. It's so long that instead of a normal role, it's served on a loaf of Italian bread. While doogies might not be gourmet, it certainly is unique and if you're in the area and want a monster hot dog, it's where I recommend going. read more

Doogie's - Dixie Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Newington, Connecticut

Rodeo burger was tasty. We enjoyed the curly fries and a hot dog. I really want to comeback to taste some of the seafood op read more

The Berlin Turnpike is an interesting place. Traffic laws are apparently optional, and ther are far too few decent food establishments for the amount of commerce. That said, I'll forgive the Turnpike since it is the home of Doogie's. Connecticut is full of places that specialize in hot dogs and fries, but a few places stand out. Doogies is one of those. The staff is incredibly friendly and efficient. The hot dogs have great flavor and are never overcooked. The sides are also solid, including the fries. read more

Always love the food when I go here. I've tried a lot of different things, the hot dogs and burgers with great toppings and combinations, the seafood po boys, and they always have new specials. Personal fav is the dixie dog which has pulled pork and cole slaw. The 2-foot hot dog is a cool and fun idea and so is their food challenge. I've tried the 2-footer but not the challenge! I eat bad enough as it is. But i did try their caveman burger which was loaded with just absolutely rediculous toppings and it was delicious! Always keep Doogies in mind when I'm in the mood for a burger/dog joint... but they extend a bit more than that. Portions always great too! read more

Doogie's - Caveman burger... crazy and amazing! Don't eat more than 1 every 6 months lol - Hot Dogs Near Me - Newington, Connecticut

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This review is for the hot dog... ...which was pretty good but not exceptional. The bun was close to being really, really good. It was toasted well but needed a bit more fat to really be just how I like a toasted dog bun. The dog was actually a bit charred on the outside in places, as if it were grilled. Tasty, and quite unusual for Connecticut. Unfortunately the sauce was not up to par. Mostly flavorless, bordering on a Hormel-like taste (no offense to the good people at Hormel). Over all a tasty if unexceptional dog. I would come back but would probably go for something other than just a dog with sauce. Maybe some cheese would help. read more

Driving yet another trip from Portsmouth to Philly and I was around Hartford coming up on dinner time. I figured I'd just grab a quick burger to eat as I drove. I jumped off of 84 directly onto 15 to the Merritt, to run me through the strip of restaurants. I did a quick search on my phone and saw Doogies and that it had been on Man vs. Food. How did I not know about this, I thought I had seen every episode. Regardless I knew where I was going to stop, as long as I could find it. Driving south I nearly missed it (it's fairly well hidden visually by Ruth's Chris, so use that as your way point). I pulled in and walked right up to the register to give me order. I saw the Man vs Food Dog as an option on the menu. That seemed easy so I it's what I ordered. As I stood waiting for my order, an older guy struck up a conversation with me asking me what brought me to Doogies and what I ordered. We bullshitted back and forth for a couple minutes and then he told me the best thing on the menu was the Philly Cheesesteak and that it was the best cheesesteak around. At that point I let him know I live outside Philly and that he was making a bold statement. At that point he let me know that HE was Doogie the owner and was very confident in how good his cheesesteak was. About that time my hot dog was ready, so I grabbed it and headed for the car. The hot dog was great, very flavorful with a nice snap to the casing. It was also loaded with toppings (chili, bacon, peppers, onion and cheese). It was a major challenge to eat while driving. It was so good I made a mental note to make sure to stop back on a later trip and try the cheesesteak. Fast forward a week later and I was on the same drive home. Doogies was a planned stop and I was going for the cheesesteak. I ordered a standard cheesesteak to make the comparison easier, American wit' and peppers. The cheesesteak was really good, the best I've had, no, but it definitely held it's own. The meat was finely chopped (think Dalessandro's not Tony Luke's cheesesteak connoisseurs) and the cheese onto with the toppings. Because of that the juices from the meat were free to attack the bottom of the roll and it fell apart before I finished. I happily scooped the filling up and finished it, but the tip to Doogie would be to use the cheese as a grease barrier to the bread. It's the best way to keep the sandwich together until it's gone. In conclusion Doogies is definitely going to be seeing me more in the future, even though they only "tolerate" Yankee fans. read more

Quick stop with my son and Grandson for a Sunday afternoon snack grandchild it was great hamburgers and French hot dogs are also great off read more

Doogie's - 4yearold's lunch - Hot Dogs Near Me - Newington, Connecticut

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If you like hot dogs, this is the place to go.... Once you enter Doogies you are tossed into the 50s-60s with Elvis and other long gone celebrities coming from the speakers. The layout is simple cafeteria style with tables and chairs. This is NOT a fancy restaurant so dont walk in here expecting padded booth seats, waiters, and chandeliers. This is a diner style restaurant. You order your food and sit until its ready, then go get it, sit, and eat it. Its also not the cleanest place but like I said, this is diner style eating. Fast and simple. The food is pretty much burgers, fries, some sandwiches, and some seafood. The hot dogs can be up to 24" long and served with several condiments. The burgers and fries are great. I recommend the 16" chili cheese dogs. Food is a bit pricey (a 16" chili cheese dog is $6.79). Add fries and a large drink and you are around $12.00. But its worth it. No alcohol is served here, so dont expect a brew with your food. Also, last time I was there they had some Murder Burger advertised. It was some 6 pound monster with fries for $20.00 and if you ate it in 45 mins and kept it down, you could rename it. My son thinks he can do it. Kids....will they ever learn? read more

I went to their spot because I heard it was on man vs Food when Adam went to CT. It was a decent place to walk into but it just didn't look clean. The garbages were overflowing and a lot of tables weren't wiped down. It wasn't a great first impression but I went there for the food. Got a hot dog and "fryz" and I just wasn't impressed. It was really bland to me. The bun was doughy and the hot dog was mediocre at best. The staff was nice though so you got that going for you. It just didn't wow me so I probably skip this place for something else next time. Berlin Turnpike has enough options. read more

Always the dogs are the bomb as seen on TV! These are the best hotdogs in the entire world. read more

Doogie's - 16 inch chili sauerkraut and onions - Hot Dogs Near Me - Newington, Connecticut

It's exactly what you need it to be. A very retro styled roadside hot dog joint. Ther cheese steak was pretty good and their seafood has a great rep but I didn't try it. read more

"man vs food dog"...you're welcome...slow down or you will miss the great little place...people are great food is better

This is a cool spot food is good music is good I come here ones a week berry good place if you in a mood for a burger

It's been around forever. Skip the seafood and get the 24 inch weenie. All the fat bomb sides are excellent.

Are you in the mood for a hot dog? The legendary 2 foot hot dog almost became extinct earlier this year when the local Grote and Weigel factory encountered some difficulty. Thankfully the business was saved and they still make the 24 inch long dog. We ordered a couple this afternoon for old times sake. I posted a picture. These dogs are good tasting and well prepared. We enjoyed them, but there are other brands of hot dog that I believe taste even better. This is a cool place, the folks are nice and you can eat a dog that is longer than is practical from the perspective of managing a hot dog. read more

Doogie's - Hot Dogs Near Me - Newington, Connecticut

I went to this place after reading reviews and craving a cheesesteak. I do come for. The Philadelphia area born and raised, so when people say this is good, I am going to check it out. First, the place was filthy. This was not a dove but a dump. Second, the staff was rude. I ordered a cheesesteak with fried onion, mushrooms and ketchup. Because the place was a dump, I took it to go. Not to mention the staff staring me down. I live a mile away. I get home and this cheesesteak roll has disintegrated! It was just plain greasy! I took on bite and coughed it up and I to the garbage it went! That is as positive as I can be about my experience. read more

After 30 years in Connecticut, and the last 5 in Glastonbury I must have driven past Doogie's 2,000 times without stopping. There was no good reason for it, the sign nd atmosphere is right up my alley. How could I pass on a place with a 2 foot long hot dog, that claims the "only thing we take seriously is the food". Well, I had never been. Until last week when my wife and I needed a place to grab some dinner on a Friday night. We went in and were greeted at the counter by a friendly worker. He waited patently while we explored the large menu and dogs and burgers with a ton of toppings. Seriously, it takes a long time to read the menu. And its difficult to research ahead of time, as the website does not have explanations of the food, but rather just pictures. Being new, we kept it fairly simple. 2 chili cheese dogs and a cheeseburger with swiss, bacon, "boss sauce" and caramelized onions. We took the food home and proceeded to dig in. The chili cheese dogs were good, not amazing. The beanless chili is tasty, and they put a good amount on. The cheese was good, but I felt it was lacking in amount. The locally produced hot dogs had a good flavor, good snap, and were cooked well on the griddle. With all of the many options in both toppings and size of dog, I am excited to go back and try some different varieties. The burger, overall was good. Cooked well, no major complaints. One minor one was the size of the bun. It was a bit too big for a single burger. If getting another one, I would get a double patty and then would achieve the meat:bun ratio that i prefer. I think Doogie's is best eaten hot and right there. There are plenty of tables, and the place reeks of a fun, laid back roadside atmosphere. When we go back, we certainly wont leave to head home with the food. I also cant wait to try many of the other hot dogs, burgers and even the cheesesteaks they offer. Doogie's is a little gem, that can never get old because there are so many options to choose from. The prices are good, and the service is on point. Overall, a good meal and experience at this local CT landmark. read more