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    Dune Dog Cafe

    4.5 (1.1k reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Seafood
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Amazing wings and hotdogs
    Laura P.

    Local perfection. Food is always great and it's been a staple for over 30 years. Love the casual vibe and the excellent service. Best buffalo chicken sandwich around. Love the wings, burgers and dogs too. Will order takeout as well and it's always delicious.

    Olivia G.

    My family loves Dune Dog! We usually go enjoy the specials on Wednesday and get there early before the dinner crowd. It does get extremely busy! If you go at 3 or 4 you should be okay. I got the fish dinner and it was really good! It comes with two sides so I got waffle fries and black beans. The fish is also huge! You get two big pieces. I also tried the seltzer drink Nutrl. I got the watermelon and it was really good. The only disappointing thing is they only offer seltzers, beer, and wine. When I come to a place like this I love trying specialty cocktails and they don't offer any. They could make some really trendy ones. The service is always good and the food comes out quick! This is a must visit if you're in the Jupiter area!

    Roof of dining area
    LeeLee S.

    If you're craving a hot dog, this is the place to go. Unassuming from the road but the food is really good. The few times I've been there, there has been a wait. You put your name down yourself on the clipboard and wait to be called. We go for their hotdogs. The hot dog itself is really tasty. I love that they serve waffle fries. Drinks come in styrofoam cups and you sit at picnic tables. It's a very causal place which is always packed. We love it!

    Grouper and Scallops blackened with fresh grilled vegetables and rice.
    Billy G.

    Fantastic food, as always, enjoying the friendly service, and incredible Florida breeze while seated at the counter listening to tunes in the Dune Dog Cafe.

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    Patty W.

    The cafe has been here for a long time and I popped in yesterday with my husband and kids to get dinner. We were able to get a table and got our order taken quickly. It didn't take long for our food to come out either. The Leroy Brown's junkyard dog was topped with the house chili, cheese, and Dot's sauce. I thought it was creative they named the hot dog over a song. We split an order of onion rings for a side as well and everything was good. Our waiter was attentive and the staff was helping out with making sure orders were coming in and out of the kitchen quickly. We were able to enjoy our food and not feel rushed since it doesn't have a lot of seating. it was a "happy island" time!

    Lobster salad roll special of the day
    Becky J.

    Dune Dog's offers a laid-back, beachy vibe with a menu that leans heavily into classic hot dogs and seaside fare. Be aware, though: the restaurant only has outdoor seating, so during the summer months, it can get uncomfortably hot -- something to keep in mind if you're sensitive to the heat. Be sure to add your name to the list on the clipboard when you arrive if there's a wait. The food overall was solid, with most dishes hitting the mark. I tried the lobster salad roll, which had some highs and lows. The split-top bun was easily the best part -- buttery, lightly toasted, and perfectly soft. Unfortunately, the lobster salad itself was overly heavy on the mayonnaise, which masked the natural sweetness of the lobster and the lobster itself was ground with no evidence of the lobster chunks. The sprinkle of shredded cheese on top felt like an odd afterthought and didn't do anything to elevate the flavor. The steamed clams in beer and onions were delicious and Dot's Pushcart Dog was spot on! The tomato sauce is super flavorful and the dog had the crunch that held up nicely! Still, if you're in the area and don't mind dining al fresco in the heat, Dune Dog's is worth a visit -- just maybe skip the lobster salad roll and give the hot dogs, fish, or lobster a try. We'd love to visit on Thursday for Lobster Night!

    Stephany C.

    I liked the beach vibe, I had the chili dog and onion rings, service was a bit slow but I wasn't in a hurry. The bartender was nice and once I ordered the food was pretty quick. It was a pretty good dog.

    Whole Maine Lobster
    Ryan L.

    This was our second time coming to Dune Dog Cafe, the first time was in 2023 and both times it did not disappoint. My wife and I love the lobster night (Thursdays). The restaurant has such a cool vibe to it and it's clean. Our server which we had both times Gabi is unbelievable. My wife and I are definitely coming back to try their famous chili hotdog.

    Dune Dog sign. Yes, he surfs.
    Eric J.

    This restaurant is classic Florida. Outdoor eating, bench tables and simple wine/beer at the bar. The menu is extensive, from "fancy" hot dogs to the best salads (the taco salad is always great) to local fish. My son had the dolphin (mahi mahi, not Flipper, by the way) and shrimp platter. A couple of us did the taco salad. My wife did the garden salad with garlic bread. The sides are all perfect: tasty Cole slaw, seasoned waffle fries, and steamed veggies are yummy. My son said the dolphin was tender and flaky. Servers are very attentive. You can't go wrong with the brownie sundae for dessert. Tonight was my first meal at Dune Dogs since 2013. It hasn't changed at all - in a very good way. This restaurant brings joy in my life. We've missed you.

    Grilled Mahi, waffle fries
    Alexandra D.

    This place is popular for good reason. If you are a smaller party (2-3 ppl) I highly recommend eating at the counter. Always great service. The hot dogs are great and love the Chicago dog. My mom's grilled Mahi sandwich was fresh and not soggy. They give you a large cut of fish for the sandwich. The service is fast, friendly but they let you enjoy your meal! The waffle fries are delicious, as are the fried clam strips.

    Crispy fish sandwich
    Tom S.

    I saw an article about Dune Dog's famous Crispy Fish Sandwich which prompted me to try. I hadn't been there in a few years so I called my 2 buddies and I asked them if they wanted to go with me for a fish sandwich. One said "he couldn't" and the other said, "he wouldn't." I asked why, he said "what's the name of the place" facetiously. Dune DOG , OBVIOUSLY. He then said "I only go there for DOGs". So I went by myself. I sat at the counter and felt guilty ordering A FISH SANDWICH when everyone around me was eating DOGs. WELL, I'm glad that I'd did. It was amazing. I just had it plain with tartar sauce. I couldn't believe it but I did eat the whole thing. Glad I didn't waver from my original plan. BUT, next time I go back, I'm going to get the DOG just so the 3rd time I go, I'll know which one , won. Actually, there won't be a loser only what hits my taste buds better that day. SO, net -net. You can't go wrong with either fish or the dog........

    Brianna J.

    Food was literally SO GOOD!!!!!! The vibe is nice and chill but the service was the best we had all week in the area. Kids meals come with an ice cream cup too! 10/10! Can't wait to make it back one day

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    L H.

    Awesome divey bar and grill relaxing casual atmosphere. For a saturday afternoon, they had a big crowd. Was pleasantly surprised at their variety of food offerings for small place. I had a cabbage patch burger. Husband tried both leroy brown dog and a chicago dog. All was excellent. And price was good value.

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