Rudy's is amazing…read more What other bar is open at 8AM on the weekend? Cheap shots, great regulars, awesome bartenders. Cash only. You'll need it for the shots/specials & won't need them for the free hot dogs, which were amazing. They've got cool merch, too. I love a good dive bar & this is definitely a spot I'm going to go every time I'm in town.

This place is a must if you're in the Time Square area. Honestly the cheapest spot around and you…read moreget a free hot dog with every drink. You can't really beat that. Beers start at $4! Inside is small and usually packed. There is a back area that's more open but the seats and tables are usually taken especially on game days. Love this spot and always will.

They are definitely an affordable dog, especially in a place like New York where the prices are…read morehigh everywhere. These are friendly folks that serve up a tasty frankfurter. There are a list of free toppings and some toppings cost. The signs are very straightforward. This is not a sit down place. There's a place to stand and eat but that's about it. It would have been more pleasant but there was a person asking for handouts around one of the exits. Not a place to park.. so walk there. Work up your appetite. Yum.

Long ago, when I was a fresh-faced ad agency intern, I spent a summer in a dorm room at NYU. With…read moreno interest in cooking, I remember becoming a semi-regular at the Gray's Papaya located at 6th Ave and 8th St and always ordering the Recession Special: two dogs loaded with onions and a papaya drink. It wasn't the best quality frankfurter, but somehow it worked with my indiscriminate palette. Flash forward a century or so, and this is the only Gray's Papaya left in the city. Since I'm a survivor, I thought it only appropriate to take Jamie to the original flagship location and order what else but the Recession Special. Sure enough, they still offer it for $7.50. It was $1.95 when I was a child, but it's still a good deal consisting of 2 Hot Dogs (Photo 10) and a Medium Papaya Drink (Photo 9). The franks were the same as I recall, nothing special but if you add onions and pay an extra 75 cents for the chili, it just works. The papaya drink is not a fruit juice but a puree mixed with sugar and milk. It actually complements the dog in a guilty pleasure kind of way. There was a line but it moved fast. Plenty of room at the red mini-counter, so I was able to relive my youthful dining dalliance with little effort. FOOD / DRINK - 4 stars...forgive me for I have sinned AMBIANCE - 3 stars...looks the same as it did in the last century SERVICE - 4 stars...they're quick and not rude...decide what you want before you order TOTAL - 4 stars...hope it survives RELATED - Hungry in NYC? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/NKwFRfdezS

Like most people, you probably end up here when you're trying to come to PDT. We ordered the East…read moreVillage Tots ($5.95), Crif Burger ($9.95), Elote Dog ($7.95), and New Yorker Dog ($4). While food took awhile, we were no in a rush and the employees were friendly. The crif burger and New Yorker were too basic for me, but I enjoyed the elote topping for the elote dog. The tots were a nice side to pair with your meal. There's nothing like some hot dogs and burgers before/after drinking, so it's a smart pairing being next to all the bars. Would I come here solely for the hot dogs and burgers? Probably not. But it works great together with PDT.

Divey and chill vibes. There are signature hot dogs ranging from 6.55 to 8.25 each or you can opt…read morefor a build your own hot dog. The crif is pork and beef, New Yorker (all beef) and veggie option. I did a New Yorker (all beef) $4.75 with sauerkraut ($0.75) and the Spicy Redneck which featured a bacon wrapped crif dog with chili, coleslaw and picked jalapeños. Both satisfied the hot dog craving I had. There are also tater tots and burgers available. The bread was a bit stale, hence the 3 stars and the bun split on my New Yorker making it messy to eat. The woman behind the counter was friendly and suggested I try the dog featured this month- featuring a fried pickle or the Tsunami which has teriyaki sauce and pineapples. I would stop here again if in the area, but for basic dog a cart will hit the spot.

Food was great! Fast service! Swiss burger was amazing!…read moreService was fast! Call ahead for reservation.

One of the best meals you will have in Times Square! I ordered the Something Different dish, which…read moreis brisket served over potato pancakes with mushroom gravy, with applesauce on the side, and it was absolutely amazing. The brisket was tender, the potato pancakes were delicious, and the mushroom gravy brought everything together perfectly. In my opinion, this is the best dish at Junior's, trust me on this one. Tony, our server, was outstanding. He was friendly, attentive, and took the time to chat with us about Brooklyn food and its history, which made the experience much more enjoyable. Yes, Junior's is super famous for its cheesecake, but I actually lean toward three other desserts as their best: the black-and-white cookie, their Hostess cupcake-style dessert, and the super moist chocolate fudge cake. I always come back for the brisket and those desserts.

Ordered ahead for pickup in the app - food was fresh and ready! I got the patty melt - so flavorful…read moreand filling!! ~$12. I would come back again and try the burger & fries. There are a few seats at the counter where you can see them cook everything on the grill.

After a Broadway show nearby, we stopped by Lovely's for a meal. First up, you order at the counter…read morebefore grabbing a seat. The space is not too big with about 10 stool seats indoors and two high top tables outside. Luckily, it wasn't too busy until we left when a big party came in. I got Charlotte's Special ($9.45) with Onion Rings ($6.55) while the husband got the Double Cheeseburger ($12.65), Sidewinder Fries ($5.95), and Mexican Coke ($3.85). The food was ready quick as they handed straight from the grill to the counter. Both of the sides were hot and crispy although it needed the ketchup for some flavor. While the burgers are petite, they're satisfying and just enough with a side to pair. I liked how easy the burger was to chew as all the beef, cheese, onions and bread just melted together. Overall, solid spot for a quick meal. It's less oily than 7th Street Burger and the meal is hot and fresh as they cook it right in front of you.

I wanted the Bratwurst but they were sold out and had Hot Dog as the second choice…read more You then combine that with another item they named such as Mach Dog, Mad Dog, Calamari Dog, Chicka Dog or Holy Pluc. Those are Vietnamese pork, or Vietnamese beef, calamari, chicken, and battered fish depending which one you go for. They then add one or more of the five different spicy toppings and maybe cheese or onions as extras. Well I wasn't ready to experiment and get something I never ate before tonight and I didn't want spicy. so I went for the Hot Dog that I can customize with different toppings like Fried Egg, Cheese Milt, Avocado Slices, Fried Onions and the spicy toppings. Well I went with plain and ask for onions. I sense my night was going downhill after a long day at work but I wasn't excited with what I saw, can't help it. Maybe if they had bacon or beef chilly I would had been happier. The hot dog was OK with crispy onions. They use a thick sesame seed bun to put it in so that was a plus if you want something more filling.

Had the (Vietnamese-inspired) rice bowl, with marinated beef and jasmine rice: tasty, and pretty…read moregood lunch fare (ie could've come from an Asian food truck)

Oh man! These were truly the best Korean corn dogs! They had so many fun flavor options. Anytime…read moreI'm in New York I consider this a must! Such fast service too! If you're near one give them a try!

Jongro Rice Hotdog is a Korean-style corn dog spot that focuses on the popular street food version…read moreof hot dogs made with a crispy rice flour batter, different fillings, and creative toppings. Located in the middle of Koreatown, we walked up to a quick grab-and-go stop rather than a traditional restaurant, with the focus being on getting a freshly fried snack and enjoying it while walking around the area. The shop itself is small with limited space to stand or eat, so most people grab their order and continue exploring, and the ordering process is a little different since you order through kiosks outside before picking up your food inside. The main reason to visit is the hot dogs themselves. We ordered a few options and found the batter comes out crispy on the outside while the inside stays warm and cheesy, especially with options like the mozzarella hot dog where the cheese pull is a big part of the experience. The potato-covered versions add another layer of texture, giving you a crunchy outside with the soft, stretchy cheese or sausage inside, and the portion sizes are also larger than expected, making it feel more filling than a typical snack. One thing that makes Korean hot dogs different is the ability to customize them with sauces and toppings. Adding options like honey mustard, boom boom sauce, ketchup, or other drizzles changes the flavor and makes each bite a little different, and some versions can also come with sugar, which is more traditional for Korean-style corn dogs but may be unexpected if you are used to American fair-style corn dogs. We found the savory versions easier to enjoy because they let the crispy batter and cheese stand out more. The staff move quickly and the food usually comes out fresh, and the location is also part of the appeal because it fits naturally into exploring the area. After grabbing a hot dog, there are plenty of nearby dessert and drink options, making it easy to turn it into a casual food stop. The lack of seating is probably the biggest downside, but for a street-food style snack it does not take away too much from the experience. Jongro Rice Hotdog is a fun place to try if you want something different from a normal corn dog. The crispy coating, melted cheese, and variety of flavors make it a memorable snack, especially when eaten fresh, offering a quick, satisfying stop that fits naturally into a walk through Koreatown.

Their wagyu was very tender and juicy. We were already full but still wanted to keep eating because…read moreit tasted so good. I didn't expect much since it's AYCE, but the quality was great--even the fries were really good. The service was excellent; they kept bringing more meat as soon as our plates were empty. Just a heads-up, they do charge a 20% gratuity on the bill.

I came to Kings of Kobe to try their AYCE waygu and fries that they have on Sunday to Wednesday…read moreafter reading about it online. It was an experience that is well worth the money. The steak was delicious and on par with other marquee steak houses in the city. The fries were great too. The service was attentive. The ambiance was perfect for a night out on the town. I would highly recommend Kings of Kobe, especially over some of their competition in midtown like Gallagher's, which I've been to and can say is disappointing.