My favorite work lunch place in Ann Arbor. A true hole in the wall that adds to the city's unique culture. While their name advertises hot dogs, which are very good, the real gem is their soups. Lots of delicious regular options on the menu and special occasion items such as the lobster bisque served on Thursdays and Fridays. I have never had a soup that I did not like. In addition, their summer seasonal arepas add another reason to what makes Ann Arbor special during the days when college students are away. Lastly and not to mention, the staff is very friendly and always fun to have conversations with. read more

I finally made it to Le Dog!! After years of passing their old storefront on Liberty, I finally made it to their current home on Main St. It's easy to miss but they have their sign out on the sidewalk that lists their hours. I got to try their famous Chicken Tortilla soup with a slice of zingermans bread for a tasty and filling lunch! The service was friendly and quick. I can't wait to go back and try a hot dog! read more

Le Dog - The sign out front - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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the Arepas are back! The delicious Venezuelan sandwiches are only available in summer - so so so so delicious! The bread is kind like an english muffin, except it's made with corn flour so it's fully Gluten Free! They load up the fillings so it's a bit messy, that's fine by me! try La Reina! read more

The staff is helpful and nice. Great local business and amazing soups. My son loves the hot dogs and is starting to love the soups as well. read more

Le Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Ann Arbor's hidden gem. Incredible soups, have not had their hot dogs yet. Chicken tortilla is amazing. Have to get the Zingermans bread with it. Pretty affordable, I had zero wait time. Only downside is no seating, so you have to find a place to sit outside or eat in your car/at home. Still well worth the visit read more

Did you know that "Le Dog" is simply "Lemonade and Hot Dogs" shortened, and not "The Dog" in another language? Do you work downtown Ann Arbor and are often too busy to even THINK about taking a lunch break, let alone make sure you take the self care you really need to take a break during the day. This is why hitting Le Dog saves me (and my office) most days. Everyone from the Chief to support staff runs out for a leg stretch, hot lunch, quick stop and a take away of fantastic soup that feeds your Soul. We are all very happy that they survived 2020 now that we are getting back to the office. Le Dog is still the best of the best for soups in downtown Ann Arbor. The soups are balanced, hearty portions, whole ingredients, reasonably priced and absolutely fantastic flavors. Friendly staff, quick service and good food, without pretense is just want anyone can appreciate on any given day. The Lobster Bisque is one of the special soups you will find only on Thursdays and Fridays $10 for 16oz! Add half a pasaeno roll for $1. The Pozole is the other rarity on the board that is a must try. The menu of available options changes but you can always find a vegan, vegetable, light, hearty and a stew on the board. Today I had the Alsatian Cabbage soup with roll. Thin stock with a hit of cream, loaded with vegetables and some potatoes that were perfectly cooked. Once cash only, they now accept credit/debit and apple pay. If I was to move away, this would be on the top of my list of places that I would miss. Definitely Choice read more

Le Dog - Best lunch on a cold afternoon. Alsatian Cabbage w pasaeno roll - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

This place is VERY easy to miss - it's a local secret it's well worth looking for, and if you find it be sure to try the lobster bisque which is only available Thursday and Friday. It's the creamiest richest lobster bisque I've ever had the pleasure of trying, with plenty of lobster chunks hiding at the bottom. The bread from Zingermans holds the soup well, perfectly moist and squishy! It's takeout only so be prepared to run home to enjoy this treat read more

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Great quick hot dog while at work. Soup is always a hit. I get the turkey got dog and love it so much. Never a long wait! Highly recommend

The Chicken Tortilla Soup is out of this world. They move through orders quickly and are super polite and helpful. Zingermans rolls are available with soup for a modest upcharge and the whole menu is quite inexpensive. Only downside is there isn't really anywhere to sit, but it is a tiny unassuming place that is a little hidden. But highly recommend. one day I'll get around to trying the hot dogs! read more

This place is in some building..I almost missed it, I've had the Lobster bisque soup Roasted vegetables soup French onion soup Tomato Florentine soup They are all very very good, soup also comes with bread if you want!! (Which you do) Will be back soon! read more

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Chicken Tortilla Forever!!! Basically everything is good but I have a hard time not getting the most delicious cheesy chicken tortilla soup with a pretzel stick every single time. LOVE LOVE LOVE this spot! Very nice owners with a long history. Support local! For people who haven't been: this is literally a small window basically to order soup, dogs, and small sides like bread and pretzels from, there is no actual dining space - although you can sit downstairs or on nearby benches, stairs, etc to consume! Pro Tip: The line gets long right at noon of course so if you don't want to wait go a bit earlier or after, it makes a bit difference but don't be steered away, just wait if your already there! It's worth it. ALSO for people who have been going here awhile - They used to be Cash Only but I believe they now accept credit cards too. read more

Le Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Soup is my favorite food. As someone who's tried and made a lot of soups, the soups at Le Dog are A++. My favorites are the beef chili, chicken tortilla, and lobster bisque. They run from about $6-8, $1 extra if you get a Zingerman bread roll or pretzel roll. The hot dogs are around $3. It might seem pricey for soup, but they're actually quite filling as they're packed with meat/bean/cheese/carb at least for the beef chili and chicken tortilla. The lobster bisque contains a salty, rich sherry cream broth and generous chunks of lobster. Really delicious. I order it on rainy days with a bread roll. The service is not only quick, but the workers are always so friendly and kind. Once I forgot to bring enough cash with me (this place is cash only!), but they still served me anyway and let me pay the next time I came in since I'm a regular. I try to come here afee 1 pm to beat the lunch crowd. This is my favorite spot to stop by on my lunch break. Can't recommend Le Dog enough! read more

Le Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

One of the last vestiges of Ann Arbor's superb quirkiness. Every single thing I have eaten here, for many years, has been outstanding. Sometimes I make a special trip to bring out of town guests. read more

Yes, this little corner stand inside of a shopping center is Le Dog/La Soup. Do you go for le dog? Non, mon ami, you go for la soup. "La soup?" You might ask, incredulously. Mais oui, says anyone in the know. It's good soup. You can (and should, if you are able) get a hunk of crusty-fluffy Zingerman's bread to go with it. It's also very affordable. And if you are very, very clever, you will go on a Thursday or a Friday and get the lobster bisque. Which is delicious. read more

Meh. Was ok. If you want a quick three dollar hotdog (beef/pork) type. Not winning any awards. Good for a snack

This place is an Ann Arbor staple and was a go-to treat for me when I was a student at U of M. Their lobster bisque is rich, creamy and delicious with generous chunks of lobster. It's so good it's the bar that I measure all other lobster bisques, and honestly soup in general, against. The only downside is that they only make it in Thursdays and Fridays so it takes some strategizing. The dogs are great too. I highly recommend their chili cheese dog which comes with a thick cut of cheddar cheese. The hours are tricky but if you can swing it Le Dog is a must visit. read more

Great soup! I ordered the Lobster Bisque and Chicken Tortilla and both were very good. The big chunks of lobster meat and chicken were a nice surprise. It was the perfect lunch on a cold, snowy day. I will definitely be back... read more

Le Dog - Chicken Tortilla and Lobster Bisque - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Incredible food here! The soups are great our favorites are the chicken chili and chili soup which are just as good as max and ermas cheesy tortilla soup! read more

Best soup in the world. I love the lobster bisque! Fab Hot Dogs and polish sausages! Yum!

The soup here is delicious, filling, and affordable. I shared the two soups and roll with a friend and it was more than enough for the two of us. While the lobster bisque tasted mediocre at first, the bits of lobster meat I discovered at the bottom of the soup was a game changer. It tasted super fresh and the variety in texture really helped me to see why so many people rave about the lobster bisque here. I also had the chicken tortilla soup and enjoyed it a lot as well. Loaded with tortilla chips and chicken, it's very thick and creamy, making for a deeply satisfying meal on chilly days. read more

Le Dog - Paesano roll from Zingermans, lobster bisque, and chicken tortilla soup - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Ordered the lobster bisque since they only have it on Thursdays and Fridays, it was really good. They also give you bread that was nice and soft. The only bad part is there's no where to sit, so you'll either need to take it to your car or find somewhere outside (that's not owned by another restaurant). read more

Great soup! Great service! Relaxed vibe great for a healthy lunch! Take a nice walk afterwards

I love you, Le Dog. Don't ever change! Had the chicken tortilla soup about six times in the last few months, and finally feel like I've had my fix enough to try something new. Got the Italian wedding today and it's the bomb too read more

This is the special spot. An Ann Arbor tradition. LeDog more than lives up to its reputation. Candidly, absolutely perfect! Great people. Great soup. Great dogs. Better than great. Love the lobster bisque. Of course the lobster is good but the bisque is perfect. Not just good, but perfect. read more

Was surprised to find the lobster bisque is now $12! Even more surprising is that le dog is now taking credit cards. I would prefer to keep the price of soup low and still pay cash. Perhaps a discount for cash? Why has the cracker supply on the counter been replaced with a tip jar? This is literally a carry out window for delicious but getting too pricey soup. What is happening here?!?!?! read more

This place is amazing! Everything I've eaten here has been excellent. Just had the chilled cucumber soup, I've never had anything like it. It was delicious! I forgot to mention the Lentil soup I ate for dinner, the best Lentil soup I have ever had!!! So flavorful, I wish I could eat here every day! read more

Le Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

I have been waiting to try the black bean and their black bean chili but haven't seen them on the menu yet, but I did try the Spanish Lentil & Vegetable which was vegan (their vegetarian was broccoli cheddar, which, no thanks). The Spanish lentil was fantastic! Tons of herbs and vegetables, green lentils and garbanzo beans too. While this place gets points for always having 1 vegetarian and 1 vegan soup each day, they lose a few points because sometimes those options are just OK and don't sound nearly as good as the creative meat-based soups they have. They also lose some points because the only way to see what soups they have is to walk down there or call at 11:30 and have them list off their soups for you. It'd be nice if they could update a Facebook page, or Twitter account with just a photo of what the daily soups are. Another thing to note: this place is cash only. If you just get soup you're look at spending $6, add some bread (Zingerman's Paesano roll or Pretzel stick) and it's $1 more! Don't take the 3-star rating a bad thing. It's really more 3.5, and given they're an "institution" (of sorts) in Ann Arbor, I know next time I go and review it'll likely be a 4-star rating :) Definitely give them a try! read more

Le Dog is as good as it can get. It is delicious, wholesome, healthy food prepared and served by the most wonderful folks. They are generous and kind and a staple in this city. I'm certain there is not an item on the menu that isn't delicious, made from the best ingredients, and served with a smile. I will always and forever be a Le Dog evangelist. Don't sleep on the Chicken White Chili, the French Onion, or the Lobster Bisque. If more food were made like this, and more businesses were operated by folks like this, we'd all be a lot better off. read more

This is my favorite lunch place in Ann Arbor. The soup is AMAZING!!!! I strongly recommend going with a friend and getting two soups and sharing because every soup is delicious. I had the stuffed red pepper soup and the baked potato soup most recently, and both were delicious. This is also a great meal to get extra of and heat it up for dinner later. And then there are the slushies made from fresh fruit. They are soooo good. The orange and lemon and cherry are equally delicious and each unique. I've never had any slushy that tasted that rich and that fresh at the same time. The only downside to the restaurant is that there isn't seating. There is a small amount of seating downstairs, but it's not reliable. But the food is so delicious, it doesn't really matter. read more

Le Dog soups are amazing! I had their salmon/shrimp chowder one day and the lobster bisque the next (Thursday/Friday only). I had the pretzel stick too. Absolutely Delicious, filling, creamy, packed with flavor and tons of ingredients. Lobster pieces were huge too. Can't wait to try more of their soups this winter!! read more

I gotta be honest here... Le Dog is way overrated. I mean, it's fine, but it's not that good. Their lobster bisque is like eating a bowl of salt. And salt is my favorite food group lol, so that is saying something! The namesake hot dogs are fine but nothing to write home about. Overall, it's just not the destination that people for some reason make it out to be. read more

Outstanding and unique operation being run out of a gallery space on Main. Highly recommend the chicken tortilla soup, lobster bisque, and chili dog with the little onion & relish station. Weird as it sounds, might be the best food in the entire city of Ann Arbor read more

An Ann Arbor staple! Le Dog has kept the same feel even though its moved from their small outdoor stand on Liberty to an indoor location on Main St. Fast, super friendly service. Lobster Bisque gets most of the buzz, and its well deserved. Great flavor, rich and creamy, with large chunks of lobster. Pairs really well with the Zingerman's paesano roll (I like the pretzel bread too, but it can get make the meal a little salty)! Other soups that I often get is the chicken tortilla and the white chicken chili, which are both more chunky and filling than the bisque. Unfortunately they don't allow samples, but the staff are friendly and will describe the various soups. While the line is long at times during lunch, it moves fairly quickly. It's also cash only, so definitely make sure to bring some $$ or be prepared to walk to a nearby ATM. read more

Fantastic soups! They are consistently delicious and I love them so much. The tortilla soup and pretzel bread is my favorite. The cream of mushroom is incredible too. Every soup I've tried is dreamy. Haven't tried the franks or sausage but need to stat. Thank you!! read more

I tried the lobster bisque and my dad the chicken tortilla, you can either choose a roll or pretzel (both from Zingerman's) and it's plenty for a one-person lunch! Since this is a stand there isn't any seating, but there is a small area downstairs in the center where you can sit. The soups were very good at first and nice and thick/creamy, but as I finished the bowl it got saltier and saltier. I heard about Le Dog from a friend and decided to try it during my trip back to visit U of M and kind of regretted it. Should've gone to Zingerman's instead. read more

Le Dog - Chicken tortilla with pretzel stick from zingerman's. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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The lobster bisque is fantastically unique!!! (I'm still eating it as I write this review... couldn't wait to praise it.) I'm only visiting Ann Arbor for 24 hours, and my Lyft driver from the airport recommended Le Dog. After I bought it, on my walk back to the hotel with a small folded brown bag in my cold winter hand, I thought: "this small $8 soup better be gooood". Well, it is incredible. I could already tell it was something special when I took the top off and a unique, creamy scent wafted through the air. I'm good at dissecting flavors and picking out ingredients (and I often try to recreate unique restaurant dishes in my own kitchen), but I can't get a firm hold on this one. Jules (the chef) did an excellent job blending the sweet, spicy, and creamy flavors, which is why it tastes so unique. And it contains real chunks of lobster - bigggg chunks!! This would be a huge success in NYC (where I live)... I can only hope!! read more

Le Dog - large chunks of lobster in this bucket of creamy-sweet-and-spicy-all-in-one goodness - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

This is my go to lunch spot! $8 for an amazing soup and Zingermanns pretzel roll? Yes please! Their chicken tortilla is one of the best soups I've ever had. The owners and staff are the sweetest people. Support local and don't be disappointed about visiting read more

Le Dog - Best lunch ever! Chicken tortilla soup with a pretzel roll - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Everything you've heard about hole in the wall places is true here! I was in Ann Arbor on a business trip and had only a short time to grab some lunch--this place was a suggestion for something fast. I was skeptical at first because the establishment is Tucked away in the corner inside a building comprised of small shops/boutiques and is definitely a no-frills place. This is not a fancy spot. You queue up in the line and browse the hand written soups offered, written out on square pieces of eight and half by 11 paper containing brief descriptions of each soup. Today's selections were white chicken chili, regular chili, Armenian lentil, chicken tortilla, Sicilian tuna, and a couple of other varieties that I don't recall. I chose the chicken tortilla and it was a great choice! Savory cheesy goodness, filled with chunks of chicken, bits of onion and pepper and topped with tortilla strips, cheese and salsa. My friend ordered the Armenian lentil and it was equally delicious, bursting with barley and creamy lentils. Not your average Mediterranean lentil soup for sure. I'll definitely be back in the future to check out other delicious soups! read more

Such a great place for soup!!! I've tried the lobster bisque and the chicken tortillla. Both were amazing. Portion sizes are big, good for lunch. read more

Le Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

LeDog is the one place in AA I miss the most, now that I have moved to another city. Their homemade soups and chili dogs are by far the best you'll ever eat. With vegan and vegetarian options, this is a place for everyone. read more