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    Kasper's Hot Dogs

    3.8 (96 reviews)
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    Outdoor seating

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    Cheryl M.

    Visited Casper's Hot Dog with a "K" today since it was in the same shopping center as Crossroads Specialty Foods in Castro Valley. It's been ages since I've been to Casper's and/or Kasper's Hot Dogs in awhile but grew up eating their hot dogs as a kid so visiting was a bit of nostalgia. Casper's originated as a San Francisco Bay Area-based chain of hot dog restaurants established in 1934 and Kasper's is a branch-off of the original and no longer affiliated...though their menu options are the same. This location is clean with friendly staff...all condiments in bowls sitting on the counter for hot dog prep based on your request. I opted for a chili dog and it hit the spot. Nothing fancy but the hot dog has that slight snap which is nice. Pricing for a hot dog these days is about $6 without a drink or chips. Adding those items start at $2.25 each. Seems a bit steep since I'm used to getting those items at a warehouse store for under $2 but I'm fine with supporting a small business Plenty of lot parking and CASH only

    Allie P.

    Not how I remembered it to be when I was a kid. I was craving Kasper's hot dogs and hot tamale. I was actually surprised that they were still around in a small shopping center that has had businesses come and go over the many years. I was also surprised that there were quite a lot of people inside already seated for lunch / others who were standing in line to order - it must have been the time of day and maybe people who regularly visited. Two people on staff were manning the front - one to handle the food and the other for payment. The menu is fairly simple and they have most things prepped - like the onions, tomatoes, ketchup, mustard, relish, jalapeños I think they were... the day I visited they were not selling the tamales and I was disappointed. It was a little difficult to understand what the reasoning was for when I had asked them. Prices have inflated over the years - I think they doubled since I remember them years ago. For that reason and the way I had high expectations of my nostalgic childhood come to be once I got to bite into Kasper's again, it wasn't enough to make me want to go back and spend that much money for something that was mediocre at best. I think I can put together my own at home or I'd rather go to NYC and get a hot dog from a street vendor. I did like how they never changed the interior though -- aesthetics appeared to be the same as before like I was walking into a time capsule. Chips are expensive these days too, lol. I remember when I was a kid in middle school and I would pay 75 cents for a bag (that was also expensive back then! sodas were also $1 at school, lol). Anyway, I digress - the bag of chips here were close to $3 *sad face* Also - maybe I came on a bad day, but the buns were also not soft like I remembered them to be -- they were dry and cold.

    Kraut Dog
    Brett A.

    The kraut dog was perfect!! For those who like condiments, there are many to choose from. The staff were pleasant and efficient. For those who like hot dogs, this is a must visit. In addition to hot dogs, they have nachos, Mac salad, potato salad, cookie and drinks.

    Polish with sauerkraut with a medium orange fizz
    Juicke C.

    Going old school for hot dog, not Costco. Housed in a small strip mall surrounded by a martial arts school and take out pizza joint. A few table old hot dog joint. Met with a couple of wait people behind the counter, one who assembles the dog and the other man the cash register and drinks. They like to engage with the diners. I had the polish with sauerkraut with an Orange fizz. Came dressed in their signature checker wrapper. Old time a from my youth came back with the atmosphere and dog. I had enjoyed the conversation with the cashier and the polish. When the next craving comes, I will return.

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    Thomas R.

    I was working across the street and in need of a quick bite. I stumbled upon this hidden gem that you can easily overlook by not knowing it's here. Located in a corner shopping center if you can call it that, with about 4 small businesses and a nice sized parking lot. I ordered the Cajun dog with sauerkraut, mustard and cheese and my coworker got a chili dog. Idk if it was because I was at the end of my shift and starving or if this place has been in business for over 40 years because of the great taste that I experienced. I only ordered 1 dog and chips to hold me over but if you want to make a whole meal of it then 2 dogs will definitely do the trick for the biggest of appetites. Just to double back on the years of service, they obviously have committed regulars that come here. There were a handful of people in line that were talking to the ladies behind the counter as if they frequent here often. With that said the employees were very nice, friendly and efficient in their work knocking the line down and getting us on our way in good time. Sidenote: I originally thought this was the other hot dog joint Caspers which is very comparable and almost identical. They both have their decades of business so I wont say they have anything to do with the other but Kaspers can hold its own to any competitors

    Hotdog with ketchup, mustard, pickles, and cheese
    Simona N.

    I absolutely love Kaspers!! I have been going to Kaspers since I was little and their hot dogs have always been the same- and I love that consistency!! When I go to Kaspers, I usually just pick up my food and bring it home or bring it somewhere to eat it. I never eat at the restaurant, however there is plenty of seating if you do want to eat at the restaurant. I typically order a hot dog with ketchup, mustard, pickle, and cheese and it is delicious! Kaspers steam their hot dogs and buns. They also have polish dogs and a few other items on the menu. They used to have tamales, however they do not sell them anymore. I was sad to hear that because I liked these tamales. However, I believe this was out of their control. You can also buy individual chips with your hot dog. Kaspers has a few drinks that you can get as well. I really like their lemonade! This Kaspers location is known for their chili so if you are a chili person, I definitely recommend that you try it out! I forgot to mention that the people who work at Kaspers are super friendly and I enjoy seeing them when I go in. Overall, Kaspers is my favorite place to get hot dogs. I love their hot dogs and they taste the same from when I was little and so Kaspers always reminds me of my childhood! If I am wanting a hot dog, Kaspers is my go to place. I definitely recommend it to you all as well! Enjoy! Simona

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    JuJu J.

    The service is impeccable, and the ladies that work behind the counter are friendly. They make you feel like family I love this place. Juju-5 star, flavor yummy!! Jules-5 love the pickle dog!!

    The History of Kasper's Hot Dogs
    Nicolas A.

    Kasper's with a "K"! Don't be fooled by Casper's with a "C" if you're looking for the original Chicago-style hot dog from the Armenian who started it all in Oakland, Kasper Koojoolian. These are the BEST hot dogs in the East Bay...bar none! These hot dogs are 100% beef, unlike the ones sold by Casper's. This is easily verified by looking at the ingredients of the Casper's hot dogs sold at Costco. Oakland, San Leandro, Castro Valley, Pleasanton, and Concord are the last Kasper's locations that are still running. I've seen the Fremont and Hayward locations close in recent years so I'm hoping the other five are here to stay! On a related note, I would love it if the "Original" location on 45th and Telegraph in Oakland would reopen. That place has been closed since 2003. Anyway, whenever I come to Kasper's, I always order the 1/4lb-er with cheese, tomatoes, and ketchup. YUM!...I'm hungry just thinking about it! If you like Chicago-style hot dogs, then Kasper's is the place to go!

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    7 years ago

    Delicious dogs! Good price! And that orange fizz.... Mmmmm :) if you're nice they're nice to you, which I just love about them.

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    4 years ago

    Absolutely the best hotdogs ever I love the snap of the dog and the different things to put on them my favorite is the onion cheese tomato .

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    4 years ago

    Great hot dogs! The staff friendly and smiling. A great local spot. Convenient glad to have them in our community.

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    7 years ago

    They were so nice and accommodating! I will try to come here every time I visit the area!

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    7 years ago

    The lady who made my hot dogs was so friendly and just a delight. She made them exactly they way I wanted them.

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    7 years ago

    This place is disgusting there was a giant ball of hair in my hot dog. It's time to close no one wants your disgusting filthy hot dogs.

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    9 years ago

    Our favorite hot dog spot! We often take the short trip there to get that classic Kaspar's flavor. Prices are fair and parking is easy.

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    Best service ever, sweetest people, good dogs and orange julious. Anytime you feel like a good ole weiner, come here.

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