Love Tommy! We passed him on the way to the square and he greeted us with a "how are yous?" We knew we had to stop there on the way back to the car. So glad we did because We love Hot Dog Tommy! We were too full from eating earlier to try a hot dog but we can tell locals enjoy them by the way he welcomed people. We did get slushies which are made with pure cane sugar and delicious! read more

Hot Dog Tommy's - Tommy himself! Best owner in the area! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

There are a few common sense accurate reviews of this place. Most are 5 star delusional. Maybe it was from a time long forgot but at around $10 a pop for pedestrian dirty water dogs? Fool me once, never again. The line is always down the block and this was the first time I went and didn't have to wait so I was so excited, but it did not live up to the hype. I got that chili cheese dog with mustard was decent but nothing to write home about. I got the summer dog, which is basically a mashed potato with the Work hotdog. It was cold. The cheese didn't even melt, and the main character is a lifeless wiener. I'm telling you take the trip to Maui dogs in Wildwood. They are 1000 times better and more flavorful and actually a couple of dollars cheaper. The staff here is pleasant, but I think they run the place. I'd be very nice too if people are standing in line hand over fist piecing me of $10 a dog. read more

Hot Dog Tommy's - Cold mash potato dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Absolutely remarkable experience. Friend of mine had been raving for years about Hot Dog Tommy's and was so pleased to experience it in real life finally. Service 5/5: really personable and great. Had the pleasure of meeting current owner Doug, who shared that he had spent the winter looking for a bigger, better hot dog that was still all-natural, certified gluten free and dairy free and still without excessive salt or garlic. Chili cheese dog 3.5/5 : what a classic. Could have had a little more chili but appreciate that all of the toppings are made in-house Paige Zap 4/5: Zap was messy but secret sauce was good 5/5 Messy Bessy & Nor'easter on gluten-free buns. Really appreciate that the team prioritizes the safety of gluten free customers. Their buns are a lot better than the typical gluten free bun, even though there is an upcharge the quality is still there for sure. Paige Zap: was great Mexi-Dog: would be great with cheese Chips and guac dog: definitely messy because of how many tortilla chips are on top but really yummy. Such a unique idea. Can't wait to come back here read more

Hot Dog Tommy's - Hot Dogs Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Food: GREAT VEGAN AND OTHERR REGULAR HOT DOGZ I DO VEGAN OMG YESS PLEASE SERVICE: always good they have so down pat there Ambience: live it just take and go anywhere you want to eat it got my vegan dog willl be back soon again read more

Another in a long line of great New Jersey hot dog spots. This one has one of the coolest locations (between the WSM and the ocean). Tried the Black Russian, slaw dog, and junkyard dog. All were great with plenty of flavor on a perfectly cooked dog. Found a bench behind the mall to eat which was a perfect way to end the day. The service was great. The owner greeted us and obviously loves his business. The lady at the register was great too. This is the first stand I've been to where they package the hot dogs in a plastic container which is a great idea. Glad that I stopped and I will definitely be back to try the numerous other combinations. read more

Now I have seen it all. Never thought I would see a niche business like gourmet hot dogs. Really? I visited this establishment twice and was not disappointed. I had the Chicago the first time and the Black Russian the second time. I loved the Black Russian. Tommy's serves high quality ingredients mixed with delicious toppings to provide the best hot dog you have ever tasted. Their fries are hand cut and fresh. Better than Five Guys fries. Great price/value relationship read more

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Great classic Cape May quick stop eating joint. There's no seating so basically it's to go or you can take to the beach. I got the grilled cheese (wasn't in mood for a hot dog) and my wife got Mac and cheese and chili dog. She enjoyed it as well. read more

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Super friendly and quick service! Def need to stop in when you are in cape May. This time we were determined to try the vegan options. Carrot dog with vegan slaw- very tasty , could be a little more Smokey, the vegan slaw was a good topping option. Crispy and light Vegan Mac - vegan and gluten free, very good as well. We've had their tater tots and regular dogs in the past. Def stop by Tommy's if you are in town. read more

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Vegan dogs!!!! Yheaaaaa There's a friendly gentleman with a hot dog hat on and give orders to the customers, he made my day. I'm so happy to be able to go to the beach and get a hot dog with cherry slushee! read more

Hot Dog Tommy's - Vegan dog with mustard and pickle - Hot Dogs Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

This is the best hotdog i've ever had!! My family decided to stop by HotDog Tommy's midday after strolling down Cape May and seeing a ridiculously long line. We assumed whatever this store was selling must be good and we were right :) Despite the long line, service is incredibly fast. As it was our first time at HotDog Tommy's, we had trouble deciding what to get off their large menu. We hadn't decided by the time we got to the register but the very helpful staff was prepared to recommend us the most popular ones for us to try. I got the Paige - Zap Dog with the "bigger bad dog" and trust me, you will want this one over the leaner one. read more

Hot Dog Tommy's - Paige - Zap Dog : crumbled bacon, cheese, potato chips, secret sauce Bigger Bad Dog version - Hot Dogs Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Yes, the best damn hotdogs anywhere if you are craving a water dog, and that's why there's always a long insane line outside this place!! You can't miss this place on Jackson Street, across the street from the mad batter less than a block from the ocean you'll always see a long line of people waiting at a small little hotdog stand! Well, once you wait in line at that hotdog stand you'll understand why! These are the best damn hotdogs You can put in your mouth!! They're smaller hotdogs, but they literally melt in your mouth! You could even eat one as a snack in the middle of the afternoon it doesn't have to be lunch. If you're getting a little hungry after you come off the beach or just need something to hold you over for a few hours grab one of these guys! Or if you really don't want to risk ruining your appetite, ask them to split one in half and share it with someone. When I did this, the counter server yelled back, I'll take one hotdog splitty splitty. I thought to myself what the hell does that mean! And sure enough when I look up at the menu that is a term they used to describe splitting a hotdog in half I guess I wasn't the first one to ask LOLLL!!! A must stop when visiting Cape May! Even just to take a few bites, you can't miss this hot dog stand! read more

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Tiny storefront but a big menu with a lot to offer. We stopped by for an afternoon snack and were delighted with the number of a la carte dogs and toppings. Would like to return to try some of the specialty dogs. Cash only. read more

Hot Dog Tommy's - Hot Dogs Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Hey, being a vegetarian, I don't get many opportunities to eat a "hot dog." So when I noticed that Tommy's had a vegan option, it sucked me right in. We ordered a South Side dog as well as a Cliffe dog with mustard & onions. Honestly, I wasn't expecting much ; however, both dogs were delicious. Tasty & a bit messy; perfect. Kudos to Tommy's for bringing that great hot dog taste to us vegetarians. Thank you. read more

So good! Messy but worth it! I love the creative options! The Tornado is my favorite but have tried plenty of the others... read more

Hot Dog Tommy's - Georgie's potato dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

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This was my first time dining at Tommy's. The staff here is on point! They're easy to talk to. Tommy's menu has something for everyone. I had a slaw dog and a cranberry salad. It was great! I was impressed! Keep up the great work Tommy's! If you're ever in the neighborhood. GET SOME!!! read more

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I am a long time customer but was shocked to see hot dogs priced at $9 each--after tax, two would have cost $19.18. For that price, I ended up going somewhere else that offered full table service and seating for the same price including tip. I get that costs like meat, labor, and rent have gone up, but the pricing still feels excessive. Even Lincoln Financial Field, known for high concession prices, only charges $6.50 for a hot dog. Citizens Bank Park? Just $5.00. Why? read more

Tommy is such a nice guy and gave us a warm welcome! You can't miss him because he wears everything hot dog lol. I had their version of the Coney Island on a "bad dog " (bigger hot dog) and added sauerkraut. It was very delicious. I love how they give you a variety of hot dogs but you can further customize them to your liking. Great place, great food! P.s. the fries are a must try! They are just plain ole fries but very fresh and all potato. read more

Hot Dog Tommy's - Dock Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Been coming down to the Cape for 25+ years and was first introduced to the original Hot Dog Tommy. Even waiting on the line (which could become quite long) was part of the fun as Tommy worked the line being entertaining and helping folks move the line along. We'd always make it a point to pick up a bunch of dogs in the endless variety of combinations as part of each visit. That is until today. For what the latest owner charges for four not overly dressed dogs, one could obtain a large pizza. The prices are nuts. The legacy of Hot Dog Tommy's is forever tarnished for us. Sadly, we've had our last. read more

I hadn't had a chili dog in over 40 years and the chili dog here was bliss! Had a lean chili dog and it was lean and delicious. Was not overpowering with garlic. Just right. Shockingly NO heartburn! Yummmmm try the fries too! Service was great! Bruce was a great greeter and the counter workers were fast and friendly! Always a line for a good reason. read more

Who doesn't love a hot dog on a sunny day? What a cute hot dog spot near the water. There's not a day that goes by when you will walk past hot dog tommy's and more see a line. The people of cape may LOVE it. The menu is filled with every hot dog combination you can think of from the most toppings to a sin plain plain dog. The sizes range in typical sizes to jumbo dogs, so whatever you desire, will be there. They also have things that aren't hot dogs (I'm not sure how good they are) AND a GREAT vegan dog menu. AND gluten free options. So any type of food water, is welcome. The owner is usually there with the cutest hot dog hat on his head. Love this place! read more

Finally made it here! It's worthy of all it's hype! Best hot dog Ive had, lots of choices in toppings. I had the mac and cheese w frizzled onions.... Sooo good read more

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45 minute wait for a small boiled hotdog. Mid afternoon Something needs to change. I need at least 55 characters to post so I'm just typing to get to that point. read more

What a treat!!! We come into town every year for the annual West Cape May Lima Bean Festival. I've seen the line wrapped around the building for HotDog Tommy's but have never tried it. Yesterday that changed. We were greeted by the owner who took our order. He is such a friendly guy and was decked out in hot dog apparel from head to toe! The warm welcome really added to our experience. We took our dogs and ate them on a boardwalk bench which was just across the street. Cape May has so many gems and Hot Dog Tommy's is definitely one of them. We will be back next year. 10/10! read more

Hot Dog Tommy's - Slaw Dog - Yellow Mustard and Miss Mary's House-Made Cole Slaw - Hot Dogs Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

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While on vaca on the S. Philly Shore is a hot dog stand with great reviews so as we were shopping the Washington Street Mall area in the seaside township of Cape May we just had to give it a try and so happy we did. My all beef slaw dog was delicious. The bun was soft and slaw fresh. It is located on a quaint road with beautiful homes and lush landscaping. The town is so inviting and Tommy and his dog shack are a great part of the charm here. read more

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While the staff and owner have great communication skills. The fact is these are 10 dollar hot dogs. Well, that's what you are being charged. As someone that has consumed many hot dogs, I was not impressed. At Costco you can get an all beef hot dog with all the trimmings and a soda for $1.50. Tommys hot dogs are bland beige skinless tasteless hotdogs and remind me of Oscar Myer franks. No snap, no pop. Additionally, a quality hot dog should be accompanied by a quality bun. Not in this case, it's like a wonder bread roll. A Hebrew National stand would knock Tommys out in one day. I would love to do a taste comparison verses Sabrett skinless beef franks. I bet it would be very close. Sabretts are less than $1 each. Why am I leaving such a negative review? I haven't felt sucker punched in a long time. This was epic. read more

Needed a snack for the beach so we headed over to Tommy's after seeing the long line in afternoon! What we got: - junk yard bigger bad dog - nor'easter bigger bad dog We saw the long line at Tommy's during early the early afternoon time so we knew we had to try it during our visit in Cape May. We headed over around 5pm and there was no line! The junk yard dog had mustard, chili, coleslaw, and crispy onions while the nor'easter had fries, a secret sauce, coleslaw, and fresh tomatoes. We opted to the the bigger bad dog option for both which means it's the thicker dog and they were delicious! I love playful toppings and they all worked together so well! read more

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We received friendly service from the ladies behind the counter. There is no place to eat inside so we took our fries, hot dogs and drinks to a bench at Washington Mall. There were many dogs to choose from, but we kept it simple with chili and onions. Grab a slushie if you like or one of the canned or bottled drinks. read more

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Perfect, delicious, quick, affordable beach food!!! I got the vegan options and it was so good. Thank you for a wonderful meal read more

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We got the junkyard bad dog and dock bad dog. The bigger dogs were a nice size. I wish the chili in the toppings had a stronger flavor but overall very good! We also got a side of beans that were just okay. They do take credit cards! But appreciate cash of course. read more

Hot Dogs were so good that they didn't even need condiments! They also had delicious frozen drinks. The surface was fast. Even when they had a super long line. The owner was nice, and it's a great go to place if you are in a rush, and need a quick snack. read more

Hot Dog Tommy's is a must visit on my annual trip to Cape May. I love their unique hotdogs with all the special toppings and options. I got the vegan dog and carrot dog and it didn't disappoint. An equally unique part of the experience is the owner with the hotdog on his head and extraordinary kindness and customer service. He went above and beyond for me when another customer took my order and I pregnant in extreme heat and I will never forget his kindness. The staff all work hard to make it a pleasant experience for their customers. read more

What a LOVELY, LOVELY man! You are an asset to Cape May! He pointed me to the "can't miss" locations and was so informative! I'm happy I decided to stop here! About the food: HUGE selection at affordable prices! Filling and comforting. Opted for the All American and was totally satisfied! I'll be back! read more

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Awesome food with great service. Owner makes an effort to get quality ingredients, talk to customers outside and deliver the best product. Fun, quick, and delicious! read more

Amazing hot dogs and even better service! Owner is often there and he is so kind! Gluten Free dogs! They have so many awesome options and it's family friendly! The staff is amazing and everything is so wonderful! read more

AMAZING! The hot dogs are uniquely created - Hot Dog Tommy's - the mad scientist of culinary delight - food is great - always fun - and a "must visit" while in Cape May during the season - or in the neighborhood - can't find it here? try another universe...Fresh food - uncanny hot dogs - great drinks - sandwiches - and so much more...Hot Dog Tommy-Bruce - is a great guy who makes everyone feel like family - get your buns over there.....and relish the experience!!! read more

Great owner, his kindness is an experience in itself when you talk with him. Hot Dogs and topping selections are amazing; such a variety! If you go don't miss out on the awesome sides they have like salads! read more

It's always fun and tasty! Good hot dogs at the beach, what more could you ask for? I love the variety, but my 2 all time favorites are the "Slaw Dog" and the "Reuben Dog." Service is usually quick and there is a line at times, but worth the wait! They have vegan, GF & dairy free options. read more

Probably one the greatest Hot Dogs spots in the country not only for the selection but the service is best I have ever had in my life. The owner Hot Dog Tommy goes out of his way to make you special he listen to me about how when my dad and mom were alive how we go all the time. But just this past weekend a family from France stopped by and he talked to them and made feel special and gave the kids free slugged which was awesome. So thank you Tommy for the great Hot Dogs but most of all making everyone happy and enjoy the experience read more

There is no other place we've ever been confronted with such an overwhelming choice of innovative and very delicious options for dressing up hot dogs into a gourmet meal in a box. With four options of dog (Leaner Weiner, Bad Dog, vegan dog, and roasted carrot (yes!)), and more toppings than you can imagine, Tommy's is outstanding. The selections are compatible with the pallets of any age, to include mac and cheese on a hot dog!! This year, I had the Chicago-esque Dog and my daughter had the Messy Betsy. Both, sheer savory heaven for the taste buds! Moreover, Tommy himself, is a most gracious host, full of smiles, and positivity, just rife with great vibes. When he serves you, it's like being with family.  And make sure you get some merch, and compliment Tommy on his his dog hat. Tommy's is an absolute must go to in Cape May. read more

Way to expensive for a dirty water dog. I guess the lines won't be so long this year. Hope you know what your doing, what takes years to build could all be wasted due to greed read more