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    Very loud
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Patrick O.

    I love a local fast food joint, and Hot Dog World was no exception. Be warned it can get busy. Very busy. Parking might be an issue depending on when you decide to go. On my last visit I was both floored and impressed by how many people were looking for a local hotdog. The service is friendly and fast. The atmosphere is no frills and rustic. And the food is solid. I must confess, it wasn't my favorite hotdog of all time. But that's OK. I still, very much so, enjoyed my visit. And I will return again when given a chance.

    In array of hotdog and other items wrapped individually to perfection!
    Team KP S.

    We've been coming to Hot Dog World for years. We live about an hour and 45 minutes from Hendersonville, so it's not an everyday visit, but every now and then it makes for a fun road trip--grab a couple of hot dogs, enjoy the mountains for the day, and head home happy. The gentleman who runs the place is Greek, and while they do have some Greek menu items, we've actually never tried them. I've stuck to the traditional American fare, and we've never been disappointed. I apologize for not taking better pictures of the individual items, but on this trip we had the classic hot dog--plain with a grilled buttered bun. We also had their regular hot dog topped with chili, onions, and mustard, plus a couple of slaw dogs that add slaw to the basic version. The grilled ham and cheese sandwich is always a winner, the onion rings are super crisp and never disappoint, and if you're craving something sweet, they've got those little fried apple pies that are super nostalgic--just like the ones McDonald's used to have when we were kids. It's not fancy, it's not fine dining, and that's exactly the point. Adjust your expectations, don't overthink it, and just embrace the nostalgia. Enjoy a freaking hot dog every now and then--it's not gonna kill you! The line may seem long, but if moves fast and your food will arrive hot and fresh! To those about to nosh, I'm jealous--and I absolutely salute you!

    House Special Hot Dog. Stole some of my mom's onion rings

    Have to hit it every time I come back. House special never misses. Very fairly priced. Best onion rings I've ever had! Way way back in the day used to get the Piña Colada shake, idk if that exists anymore. The Greek Salad is always very good too. You really can't miss here. Swing by if you are ever in Hendo.

    Matthew D.

    Had a great first experience at Hot Dog World. I've been trying to go for a long time now but whenever in the area it seems like it's always Sunday (when they're closed). Stopped in on the way from ATL to Asheville and so glad I did. They have a huge menu filled with plenty of options. Sammy's and hot dogs. We got a jumbo chili slaw and a regular slaw dog meal. There was a long line when we were there but decided to be patient and wait in it. The line moved super quick and we received our food maybe 5-10 mins after we ordered. Everything was very well priced too. The hot dogs were delicious! I would say for the price they are totally worth it. And the French fries were cooked perfectly.

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    Lee B.

    I've been wanting to stop by here and give this place a try, and I got my opportunity on 12/9/23. Stopped by here for lunch with friends and it was absolutely wonderful. This location was some form of drive in "back in the day". Many of the original fixtures are still in place and in use. I ordered a sausage hot dog and an all beef hot dog with fried and a Sprite. Absolutely delicious food!! The ambiance really had a 50's theme to it. We were greeted by friendly staff when we walked in and said we had never been there before so they explained everything to us. We sat with used to be the original dining room that has been converted with roll up type garage doors that open in the warmer months. Can't wait to go back and sit when these doors are open. We'll definitely be back for a return trip.

    Tania L.

    A Perfect Post-Camping Pit Stop! On our way back home from a camping trip, we decided to stop by Hot Dog World in Hendersonville, and it was the perfect decision! After days of campfire meals, this place really hit the spot. We ordered their classic hot dogs, a hamburger, and a shake, and everything was delicious. The hot dogs had the right snap in every bite. The variety of toppings allowed us to customize them just the way we liked, and they didn't disappoint, definitely not your average fast-food fare. The portion sizes were generous, and the prices were very reasonable, making this a great value for the quality of food. The service was quick and friendly, and the casual, no-frills atmosphere made it easy to relax after our trip. If you're in Hendersonville or just passing through like we were, Hot Dog World is definitely worth a stop!

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    Jessica W.

    I wanted to LOVE this place, but it was ok. My Grilled Ruben was made with lunch meat otherwise not bad. My mother liked her chili dog but expected it to be a bit larger. The fries were standard but really good. Hot, crispy, not greasy. My daughter had a garden salad, & was the most appealing, leaving me with food envy. Not a bad place. Prices were VERY reasonable. We were all served with drinks for $20-25, with tip.

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    Ann C.

    We heard from locals at this place was super good, so we decided to try it out. My husband is a hot dog aficionado, so he had to try it. That hotdog was really good, very beefy and juicy. They actually have other things that are really good like their chicken and rice soup. They have burgers, gyros, and grilled cheese, too. The service was excellent and with a a smile. I thought it was very nice that the person behind the counter greeted a gentleman who had a veteran's hat on thanking him for his service. Very busy but fast service. They had both indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating has sort of the garage/large sliding door feel to it. Next time I'll try the grilled cheese with an orange soda.

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    As always, the food is wonderful there. The staff is very friendly. And it's always clean. 10 out of 10.

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    11 months ago

    Fun little place to catch a quick bite! Food was delicious and easy on the pocketbook. Everyone super nice!!

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