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    River Dogs

    4.5 (25 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Best hot dogs in the SLV! Much agreed!
    Joanna A.

    They just opened and the hot dogs hit the perfect spot. Gave us punch cards (you get a free hot dog every ninth purchase) and had really awesome staff. Lively bunch, stoked to come back here soon! They have live music here, and a cool beach vibe + a rad logo! haha The house made garlic mayo was mouth watering, loved the seeded bun too. Boyfriend highly approved!

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    Elizabeth I.

    A friend of mine treated me here for lunch today.We both got their all beef chili cheese dogs and soda.The restaurant is outdoors so we sat at their tables that they have set up . Food was awesome and very flavorful.The service is good as well.I recommend this place

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    2 years ago

    The dogs are delicious. Place has become too popular with long wait times. Beware the parking lot!

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    2 years ago

    Great selection of dogs. You may have to wait for some dogs as they fix them fresh. Nice selection of condiments and cold sodas.

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    3 years ago

    Love this place and the guys that work there are wonderful. The owner is very cool to .we are regular customers.

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    2 years ago

    It's consistently delicious everytime! Always hits the spot! They have plenty of options & they're great for parties and events too.

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    3 years ago

    The real deal...correcf bun and toppings....so dang good. I will travel from Scotts Valley just to have one. AWESOME

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    4 years ago

    Great selection of dogs. You may have to wait for some dogs as they fix them fresh. Nice selection of condiments and cold sodas.

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    4 years ago

    Good dogs if you are a hot dog or sausage on a bum fan..... best to call ahead if you desire sausage as the take a bit to cook

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    5 years ago

    Juiciest dogs west of the Mississippi. Lots of unique sauces and fresh toppings. 10/10 would recommend.

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    4 years ago

    They make a great Chicago Dog. Owners are very kind and friendly! Their Chile Cheese Dogs are awesome too!

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    Lucy's on Lighthouse - Spanish Bay

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    4.4(287 reviews)
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    Pretty good and hearty hot dogs! Good ambiance and lots of character in the restaurant but had a…read morelong wait since they ran out of baskets. Tater tots seemed dry and bland. Live band and dachshund party vibes were fun though

    Dick Verde: Brussel Sprouts are crispy with enough mass to…read morereally sink your teeth into! The balsamic vinegar adds enough sweetness to make each bite addicting. Just the right amount of char and flavor! Butter Brickle Malt Milkshake: Pretty solid! Thick creamy milkshake. Tasted like what Butterbeer would taste like. Roadsides hot dog: This hotdog was pretty sweet with the bbq sauce and sauteed onions. The dog is wrapped in bacon and topped with mac n cheese. It's a little hard to eat such a stacked hotdog but that's really not a complaint. Why complain when you get more of a tasty meal? I do wish I could order a pickle or something sour that I could use to contrast the hot dog in between bites. Overall, the food menu looks really interesting, the food is delicious and I'd love to continue to explore the menu the next time I visit. The service is friendly and the food comes out relatively fast! Ambiance wise, it's a pretty laid back beach skater vibe with lots of decorations to look at! I got the pleasure to come here on a day where there was a live band and it really added to the atmosphere. Highly recommend stopping by here when you get a chance. :)

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    Taylor's Hot Dog Stand - Taylor hotdog

    Taylor's Hot Dog Stand

    3.7(150 reviews)
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    Growing up in Watsonville, Taylor Hot Dogs was one of my favorite childhood spots, so I was excited…read moreto revisit after many years. I went straight for my old favorite, the chili dog with everything. The service was friendly and fast, which made the visit enjoyable right from the start. The hot dogs themselves are on the smaller side, and the pricing is reasonable. The all beef dog tasted different than I remembered. Not the rich, beefy taste I recall from childhood, but still well prepared and satisfying. It honestly reminded me more of a quality store bought beef hot dog than the nostalgic powerhouse I remembered. The real standout is the chili, flavorful, and easily better than any other place I have tried. It has that perfect balance of spice and savoriness that elevates the whole dog. The toppings and "everything" combo work well, adding texture and flavor to the chili. While it wasn't quite as indulgently tasty as I remembered, the combination of fast, friendly service, solid pricing, and a tasty chili makes Taylor Hot Dogs worth visiting for a true Watsonville classic experience.

    At 3.50 a hot dog and that's all you serve , the hot dog should be soft bun , not hard like we…read morebought, and I bought 4 and haven't had them in awhile, so always remember how good they were, but all four ? I won't go back, and won't buy them for others now service is so so , be warned, is it so hard to serve them fresh ? That's my 2 cents

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