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    Surf Dogs

    3.7 (86 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    SURF DOGS ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Bacon Cheeseburger & Small Fries
    Joe D.

    I had the pleasure of meeting my mother and brother up here for lunch on Wednesday afternoon the day before Thanksgiving. I think it was about 1:45pm when we arrived. There were still some folks in there eating lunch, however we had no problem grabbing a table right away. Our service was immediate and one of several young ladies who visited the table stopped by and took our drink orders. She came back a few minutes later with our drinks and then took our lunch order. I had a bacon cheeseburger and small fry (of course I did). Mom had a BBQ sandwich and small fry and my brother had the Just Chill'in burger which is a cheeseburger with chili on it, and he also had chili cheese fries. We added a order of onion rings as an app. It took I'd say about 15 minutes for our orders as there was a big order in front of ours. The meals came out to perfection. My burger was slightly pink in the middle and tasted great. I heard no complaints from anyone. Our server and another one kept checking on us regularly and topping off our drinks. We were offered desert however we all declined. I had to get back to work and they had more shopping to do. All in all is the meal I've come to expect from Surf Dogs and I'm looking forward to my next visit sometime soon.

    Superman ice cream
    Lora J.

    The reply from the manager was uncall for. The size wasn't enough for the price Staff shortage ok. But the best part I never have to go there again. Located several place that serve this flavor. So thanks

    Jeb S.

    Currently sitting at Surf Dogs listening to a skipping juke box for the last 43 minutes that no one on the staff seems to notice. Not really sure why people eat here or why I have eaten here on multiple occasions. This is the slowest restaurant I have ever been too and it always has been. Sat down at 6pm it's 6:43pm and we have no food and I am not really sure if we are going to get food at all. DON'T come here! It's super ordinary food for a now 46 minute and counting wait.

    Peppermint bark
    Nicole G.

    We really enjoy Surf Dogs restaurant. The employees are so sweet, helpful & kind. From the first time & each time after this we think that the prices are reasonable! It is so amazing to try the new ice cream flavors and find another fave. The ice cream is always so delicious and the vibe in atmosphere is so much fun!!

    William C.

    Not what I had expected. Onion rings we're obviously cooked in old oil. Hot dog (Nathan's All Beef) was good. Wife unit was satisfied with her Cheeseburger - although they forgot the onion. About a dozen customers - and the staff was overwhelmed. I could tell they were struggling to maintain a pleasant disposition. I heard then say "I'm sorry" a lot to customers. They need some training to help them with some efficiencies - for their sake. Oh, they were out of straws. :-( I may be back if I'm in the area and want some ice cream.

    Hahaha can't bam someone who will not be back... makes two of us since I will probably also be banned
    Alison M.

    Great ice cream. EXTREMELY SLOW service. I'm talking over an hour for 2 hotdogs.... Also we were sitting at the food bar and drinks were empty for 30 minute... AT THE BAR. My kid kept asking if they forgot us.... Will not be coming back for food ever. At this very moment, we've been here for over an hour and still don't have food. Update... waited 15 more minutes and left without food. After reading other reviews, found this gem between another reviewer with the same experience and the owner... see picture and enjoy.... Can't ban someone who couldn't be paid to come back hahahaha. Also just not willing to support an owner who will blame the customer for a bad experience... maybe apologize then thank the customer for their review and letting you know that there is an issue... then offer the customer an opportunity to come back when the issue has been addressed.

    Two scoop waffle cone
    Emily C.

    Great selection of hard serve (scoop) Hershey ice cream. The servers were very nice and gave awesome recommendations. some of the tables are surf boards giving it a cool "beach" vibe. I stuck with the basic two scoops in a waffle cone but they had a lot of fun options (for example, milkshakes, fried banana split, sundaes, etc.) The hot dogs looked awesome so I'll be back to try those and another scoop of ice cream!

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    This place is amazing, a true hole in the wall. Our whole family loves it. It's affordable and taste great!

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    1 year ago

    Everything is always fresh and delicious. We ordered take out this time and it did not disappoint!

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    We're glad you love it.. Please come back ASAP and fill up

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    Love love love this little place. Great snappers and yummy ice cream. I love the smiles when we go in.

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