If you want JAPADOG, by all means get a JAPADOG. Don't settle for less, don't settle for imitators... (you know who I am referring to, Dogzilla - I'm sorry but drenching teriyaki sauce and using a King's Hawaiian roll doesn't make your hotdog "Asian"). While we were on vacation, we were able to stop bu this local stand near the waterfront and gastown. Always delicious and filling! I know there's one in New York, but hope we have more open up in Los Angeles (I know Little Tokyo, Los Angeles had a trial run). Keep it up, JAPADOG. read more

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I couldn't get myself to undertake the challenge. Im sad about it. Wanted to share some photos though. read more

Japadog - Food Stands Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I was walking through a street in downtown Vancouver and saw a big sign that said "JAPADOG". I had heard about this place on television but never went out of my way to look for JAPADOG stands in Vancouver. There was no line. Even with the celebrity pictures posted all over the food stand, there wasn't anyone ordering a JAPADOG. That made the wait nice. I ordered the Okonomiyaki Dog and the Kimchi Dog (not sure if those are the exact names, but I think it was the #2 and #5). Both we delicious and full of flavor. The buns were crispy and buttery, which went well with the toppings. Just one JAPADOG can fill you up because of the amount of toppings and the decent sized dog. I wanted to try their other dogs but was way too full to buy another one (they are also pretty pricey at $6-$8 per dog). My mom, who doesn't really like hot dogs, wanted to buy a couple for the plane ride home back to California. Hooray for JAPADOG! You guys must come to California! read more

A few months ago I went to visit Vancouver for the first time. After first checking into our hotel, we decided to go explore shopping areas nearby. About a half mile from our hotel, my friends and I noticed a long line of people near a stand with a red hut. As we got closer, we decided to take a look at the menu (pictures of all 8 of their hot dog varieties) and decided we had to try it. There were 4 of us and we ordered 6 different hot dogs total. All the hot dogs were pretty good, the hotdog with kobe beef was probably my favorite. It was a bit pricey, I believe $6.50 Canadian dollars each, but still worth it. I would go back here again if I visited Vancouver again. read more

What I order: Kurobata Terimayo What does it, it's not just the toppings. It's the hot dog and the toppings. If you were to put the same toppings on just any other ordinary hot dog, it wouldn't be as good. read more

oishi oishi! super cute lil spot. Really friendly staff, and pretty delish dog. it's a small place, but the turnover rate of tables are high, and food comes out pretty quickly. i recommend it at least once. There is a lot to eat in vancouver, so I wouldn't do it twice on a visit. read more

Food was terribly disappointing. Everything about the food made me want to vomit. I would never return there and would not recommend it to anyone. It only deserved a 1 star because it is well priced read more

I don't think you could go to Vancouver with the knowledge of food shows and not want to find a Japadog food cart. They have several locations scattered around the city and each has their own little specials. We stopped by the one on Cordova and Granville in downtown so one of my friends could sate his curiosity. I was tempted to get one myself too but the nearly empty wallet in my pocket told me no. After all, we had been eating the entire trip so I was feeling a little scanty in CAD. He opted for the Okonomi (Kurobuta pork, cabbage, bonito flakes, Japanese mayo, and special sauce) and so kindly let me try some after my hesitation to purchase any one. It was juicy and quite flavorful. The sausage made a difference from this seemingly simple item; after all, it looks like a hot dog. The correction is, however, that it is a fancy hot dog and that's what matters. Ingredients, ingredients, ingredients. What a tasty sausage. read more

Japadog - Food Stands Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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We tried two different dogs and the fries. they were ok. nothing to write home about. we have Sumo Dog here in OC, and i think it's better. read more

Got off one stop later than we should have and stumbled upon this food stand. Terimayo and accepting US cash FTW! A nice way to welcome yourself to Vancouver after the quick train ride into town from the airport. read more

Because it was dubbed as the most popular item on the menu, I had to try the Korobuta Terimayo. This unusual combo of spicy mayo and savory seaweed on top of a pork hot dog in a fluffy, pillow-like bun actually worked. It really is an exotic version that I actually like a lot more than the American trademark dish. I just wished I didn't have to wait so long for it. I realize it was the busy lunch hour, but it definitely took much longer than I expected for a hot dog. I guess that's the price you pay for quality! read more

As advertised. Delicious dog. They will substitute beef if you are like me and don't eat pork.

Great flavour but a bit pricey. Much better than the hot dog fare I'm used to. The Kurobata Terimayo had a lot of layers, love the seaweed and japanese mayo. I'd definitely try it if you're in the area. read more

Japadog stands are overrated and overhyped, IMHO. It's pretty much a hot dog with Japanese toppings. Might have been good when the company was smaller, before expansion to Los Angeles. This one is a pass for me. read more

Veggie dog option for me, and I went with there Teriyaki Mayo kind. It was interesting, and tasty, (and expensive). Good, and glad to experience it since it's got such a cult following. But it didn't blow me away... possibly because tofu dogs require a special kind of attention that the terimayo just didn't do. read more

The original Japadog truck *raises the roof.* I was taken here by a former coworker of mine who raved about this place. It's a hot dog with Japanese inspired toppings = enough said. Now I have to have seaweed on my hot dog. Once you go Jap....you can't go back (yes I am aware that it doesn't rhyme). Prices are decent and my dog is always served with a smile. read more

i dont know. i don't think i'm WITH it, yet, with this hot dog. i will say that the spicy sauce was not very spicy, but the bun was delicious and the hot dog was well-cooked. i would come back to try more flavors. it's a hit or miss, man. read more

the dog itself is delicious：tender bun and juicy sausage. the japanese flavour s good. two does not really goes into each other. but overall its delicious. *i had the second popular okonomi read more

Wow, why didn't anyone think of this before Japadog came along? I had 3 of these things for brunch, which didn't break the bank at $20. I didn't feel sick after, which is always a good sign. I'm not Kobayashi, you see. Avoided the line since I showed at exactly 11am when it opened. Here's the best form of flattery...I took enough pictures and have been trying to replicate in my kitchen but with limited success. Next time I'm in Vancouver, this is on my list. read more

As the name implies, a hot dog with Japanese influenced goodness or maybe better said betterness. I really like the terimayu dog. The wasabi sauce and seaweed sprinkles make it great. read more

The Japa Dog, actually tastes good! Since their inception in 2005, I have never tried a Japadog. I always thought, it's just a hotdog. How good can it be? I can make my own for less than a $1. Wow!! Yummmy! $6.25 and finally tried the #1, TeryiMayo Kurobuta dog with Seaweed! Ordered it at the Salmonberry Festival at Dunbar Community Centre. What I loved about this dog was that it was NOT salty! The bun was toasted and generous amounts of Nori. I didn't even feel thirsty after eating it. Service: 4/5 Value: 3/5 Quality: 5/5 Score: 4/5 Would order again, if shared, to save a few coins and to avail my pocket book to eat more. read more

Soo good. We were recommended to try this place out. Unfortunately, we happened to pass it by when we were all very full. But the four of us shared their most popular dog, and it was amazing! Such great flavors. It reminds me of baked mussel at Japanese sushi restaurants. If we pass it again, I'd totally eat a whole one next time! read more

Dear Japa Dog, please come down to bay area. you guys got the best damn japa dog ever. very tasty and it didn't like any regular american hot dog. read more

Affordable and very tasty. Food cart Japadog and Restaurant Japadog have slightly different menus. Preferred the food cart.

My favorite hotdog stand in vc. Really enjoyed the different flavors they offerred

Pricey for a hotdog but wow are these great! I normally don't eat hot dogs but when I am in Van I MUST have one.. truly an experience in itself... so YUMMY! read more

Came to Vancouver with plans of finding a JAPADOG. I had the Okonomi and it was delicious! Not your average hot dog...SOOO much better. Haven't eaten at many food carts but thought the whole experience was great. YUM YUM YUM read more

A-maz-ing! This hole in the wall joint offers japanese style, gourmet hotdogs. It isn't the nicest restaurant and has a fast food vibe but the food is worth it. read more

I read about it multiple times when I was trying to find my "list" of foods in Vancouver so I decided to try it myself, I ordered #1 and it was relly delicious. The combination of seaweed, their unique mayo and bratzwurst is incredible. A little bit pricey for "just" a hot dog but totally worth it! read more

I saw Anthony Bourdain eating japadog and it looked really good so I decided to give it a try. This was my first Japanese hotdog ever and it tasted super delicious! I got Terimayo. Seaweed with some onion, pork sausage and mayo is a great combination! Will definitely go back and try something else! read more

I love Japadog! Japadog is always delicious and comforting. It's like a wonderfully weird hot dog hug that warms my belly and perks up my day. I find Japadog just makes me deliriously cheerful. Like somehow, eating a veggie Oroshi in the pouring, dreary Vancouver rain can make me find the charm in the scraggly dude that stalks people around Waterfront Station begging for money for a hot dog, saying he hasn't had anything to eat all day, although I just saw him power-wolf two Japadogs in a row (true freakin' story!) Oh, that sly hustler. Or the super friendly service I receive there all of the time that makes me dream of going to Japan one day and eating hotdogs and drinking some Pocari Sweat under pulsating neon lights. Dude, I'm already there. Or the weird urge I feel afterwards to start my own kitsch hot dog stand. Indian food inspired hot dogs? Nah, some guy is already doing that downtown. Chinese-style hot dogs? Southern, deep-fried hot dogs? Sparse, Nordic inspired hot dogs with trendy toppings and unpronounceable names? Hmm... I'm not sure anyone wants to eat a ekologiskafrigåendefiskromkorvmedlingonketchup except for me. But I digress, Japadog is wonderful. I'd take an oroshi, terimayo, negimayo or okonomi over any other type of hot dog anyday! Even if it was an ekologiskafrigåendefiskrom...... read more

Great food but needs to be cleaned up. Bathroom is abysmal. Loved the variety of "HOT DOGS"

Good and reasonable for price. The flavor becomes a little overwhelming after a few bites and leaves a long aftertaste because of all the sauce. read more

I'm from out of town and was looking forward to trying Japadog. I walked to two locations at 345pm December 13 (510 Burrard and Grandville/Cordova) and they weren't there at both locations! What a disappointment and the walk was a waste of time! read more

I don't know why they are so popular. I think their dogs are too salty. The sausage itself is already quite salty so they don't need to mix that with the sauce that are also heavily salty. read more

Yum! Totally different from a hot dog stand! I read reviews and thought it can't be that good but after ordering a number 1 the hot dog was tasty the seawood was a good offset to the sweet sauce and mayo. The buns stemmed different too. So in love with this treat! We had a plain dog too for the kiddos and the dropped half of it and the gal was nice enough to give us a free one! Really wish I could have the chance to try the others but I'm in sf :(. read more

cheap! and delicious japanese hot dog with two cute servers

Best hot dog ever, hands down. The last time I had one was 3 years ago and my craving just keeps getting worse. Wish there was one in the Bay Area. read more

Great hot dogs with a new twist. Went here a few times during my last trip to Van. Always super nice and won't steer you wrong with a choice if you can't decide for yourself. Hoping one will come to Los Angeles soon! read more