I've been eating here for decades and it's always on point. It's clean and the general manager is awesome. He's been working here since I was a kid! Please throw away those fork and knife burgers and gross hot dogs then come here for a professionally-grilled, home-style tasting burger or dog. Don't forget to try the Loganberry soda! read more

Ted's Hot Dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Damn! Been about 10 years since I have written a review for Ted's. I will keep this one short and sweet............. Still my favorite restaurant in the Phoenix area, and still the restaurant I would have my "last meal" at if I ever had to move out of Phoenix. I love it that much. The only reason I don't go as much is because its far away from my house in Surprise. Had to pick up my Mom from the airport last week, so I went here first for some dinner. I got an Italian, a regular dog, and some onion rings. As always, food was bomb! The Italian sausage has the best taste and texture of any sausage I have ever had. The onion rings are my favorite, and the regular dog is always tasty. A perfect meal! Can't wait to come back sooner than later! read more

Ted's Hot Dogs - Onion rings, Italian up top, regular dog down below. The best! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

It's a little pricey but my wife and I enjoyed our Italian sausage and my parent's their coney's. Quality has remained fairly consistent over the years. read more

Everyone loves a bargain, so when Ted's Hot Dogs offered a BOGOF promotion, I couldn't pass on the deal. Ted's Hot Dogs in Tempe pays homage to it's Buffalo, NY roots. Walk in and you're immediately greeted by a newsstand with both the Buffalo News and the Arizona Republic in case you want to catch up on the news of the day for either city. The walls are adorned with touches of Buffalo, such as a photo of Buffalo City Hall with the THD mascot directly in front. (Looks like a parade float.). I miss some other decor such as UB and Buff State pennants which were removed long ago. As you enter the restaurant, you're immediately hit with the aroma of toppings. "Onion" is not my favorite scent, but it comes with the territory. Thank goodness the grill is there to "balance" it. Back to the BOGOF ... the cashier seemed new and incorrectly charged me for an item I didn't order, then seemed to have difficulty figuring out how to use the register to make a correction. What I really wanted was a coney but, sadly, they aren't offered. The dining area isn't fancy, but serves its purpose. It was neat and clean with plenty of seating. You'll hear 80's and 90's music from "back in the day" to enjoy with your meal. The hot dogs were juicy and flavorful, though slightly cool, not hot. That said, their hot dogs are good enough to eat without toppings, so that says a lot. The buns were soft and fresh. Plus, keeping to their Buffalo roots, they serve a sweet and flavorful Loganberry drink which is a must on every visit. Just don't spill it. It's likely to stain clothing. If you're up for some yummy hot dogs and a bit of nostalgia, Ted's Hot Dogs is just the place. read more

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Ted's has always been a favorite of my family . We go at least once a year, when we can get together. I recently took my son and daughter in law and couldn't believe how expensive it was for 4 dogs added chili and 2 sides and 3 drinks. About $70.00. I always loved placing my order to the owner as I watched him behind the grill, sadly to say that was not how my last visit was. Now you order at the cashier's and it's nothing special. Even though it's fantastic food. I probably won't be back read more

I've been to Ted's three times, it's a nice place. I'll give it that very spacious comfortable. The people seem wonderful. Always been clean when I've been there. But here is the rub. The hotdogs are "meh" at best. I'm kind of a hotdog snob and I just wasn't super impressed. Plus basically a drink a dog and an order of fries is gonna set you back about 12ish bucks and for a dog that's a little pricey for an average dog at best that's super pricey. Not saying that Costco makes the best hot dog in the world, but it beats this place and it's a buck and a half with a drink read more

My fave place in the state and Blaine has been there since day 1 we jsut love him! The spit is a must. You think you want the all beef but take it from this Jew no you don't you want the regular read more

We always love this place. It's really fun too watch your flame grilled to order. The menu has just enough items to have some thing for everyone. We love getting the hotdogs, burgers and grilled chicken sandwich. The lingonberry drink is definitely something unique out here in Arizona. Gotta have the fries read more

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Not to "date myself," but I have been coming to Ted's Hot Dogs for between 25 & 30 years. Having been an Arizona State University student back in the late 1990s, I remember the days when Spiro was often present on property. Maria and Blaine managed the restaurant like it was their own with love, care and efficiency. They appreciated their regular customers ... So much so that I was invited the their child's birthday party once. Talk about feeling loved & cherished by a business one supports. I have glanced over a few of the reviews, and, yes, the ordering process is different than what many are used to in these modern times. However, to me, it adds to the appeal. It is fun and exciting to be part of that fire-line & to join in the joy and the energy with other Ted's patrons who do not mind waiting a bit for a hot dog that is SO GRAND!!! You will not taste anything better anywhere in AZ as far as a hot dog is concerned. Going to Ted's has always been an event. Now that I have my own children, they too have experienced the wonder that is their real genuine delish one-of-kind milkshakes. All is worth the wait! Take it in, and enjoy your time is this fantastic restaurant. read more

I've been going to Ted's since the day it opened. I actually lived right across the street from it and would ride my motorcycle through the field. Today, I was flabbergasted at what I saw and how it worked. I hadn't been in several years; my cancer was bad and my father had died a year ago. On Fridays, the family members from Buffalo would meet up and have lunch. My dad was the last family member from Buffalo and he passed away several months ago. Today, I was totally confused with the order desk and beepers. No more standing in line and telling them how to prepare your dog. It seemed like it took forever and it came back incorrect. The food itself was good but the process was totally confusing. I guess they're trying to adapt to technology but sometimes it doesn't need to be fixed read more

Ted's Hot Dogs..definitely wonderful spacious dining area with many seats for guests. Great wonderful friendly service..have a good chat while they are whipping up your burger or hotdog on the grill.. if you come in for first time don't get lined up at the register as usually..def was my mistake.. start from the far right in front of the grill, and give an employee at the grill your order.. gotta say it was kind of hard to order when the items for sale are not all included on the main menu board..but scattered around on paper around the grill/register ( which I did post a picture of) I do gotta be honest ..the food wasn't that great...maybe it could just be the char grill taste isn't my style .. My son thought his burger tasted burnt, after trying it to not feel money wasted on food..had to agree with him on burnt...my chili dog wasn't anything special.. the chili was bland.. didn't even finish the food I ordered... just wasn't tasteful in my opinion or worth the calories. The fries were yummy though :). Definitely try it out and make your own opinion ...food just wasn't for me. read more

Well Tempe Ted's has gone to crap now! Terrible help, have to order at counter and cook is behind and burned the food!! Blane!! Please fix this mess! B read more

Ted's Hot Dogs - Burnt ass hot dog!! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I was very disappointed when I visited Ted's the other day. The beef Hotdogs used to be the best when you waited in line and watched them spiral slice and grill the dog. Now they have updated with a buzzer you get after you order.When our food was ready, it was like we were at a different place! The beef hotdogs we got were skinny, the casing was hard as nails, and the spiral sliced grilling technique was gone! The fries were good but the onion rings were greasy. I miss the old days with Ted's Hotdogs.... read more

This is a consistently good place to enjoy some encased meats. Usually go with one of Italian, All Beef, or Footlong as the main choice. Burgers are decent too. Fries are crispy. The onion rings are the thing to get. All sorts of heavily battered tiny onions gives you a crunchy greasy bites of awesome. It can get busy during lunch time and weekend rushes. But always worth the wait. Nothing flashy inside but plenty of seating even on the busiest of days. Pictures of the other locations out in Buffalo. Enjoy eating here! read more

best dog in Arizona that isn't a Sonoran-style dog. old school. highly recommended. go there.

Very over priced didn't even get what we ordered won't be returning here. Staff was not welcoming

Can't go wrong at Ted's hot dogs!! Food is always good, especially their awesome onion rings and bratwursts! Service is always good and quick! Restaurant is always nice and clean! read more

Au revoir sweet Ted's, as I can no longer afford to eat your delicious dogs. Why did you insist on changing the ordering process? I loved chatting with Blaine and shouting out my order from 10 deep in the line, but alas it is no longer. Now I order and pay and get a number. Is this why 4 dogs, 4 sodas, and 4 fries is $70+? When a hot dog, fríes, and a coke costs more that a meal at Joe's Real Barbecue, I can't (in good conscience) continue to toss my money down the hot dog pit that Ted's has become. I can buy 35 Sahlen's dogs online for less than I paid for 4 + fries and cokes. Nevermore to stand in a long-ass line at Ted's, I am sad that I can no longer afford a "cheap" meal at my favorite dog house. Mostly because the meal is no longer cheap, but the new system is farkakta. I was looking forward to Ted's opening a second location in the Valley, but NO MORE. Here is a bit of advice for all restaurants: DON'T FIX WHAT ISN'T BROKEN! (And then charge way too much on top of that.) P.S. God speed Blaine. read more

I used to make it a point to go to Ted's every time I was near Tempe, at least 3x month for close to 15 years!! The long line (it moved fast) especially on Fridays was part of the charm. You talked to people in line sharing what was good and when your time came you were greeted with a smile by the grill master and watch them grill your dog right in front of you choosing your toppings and drink. They recently changed to order/pay upfront and electronic buzzers when your food is ready, and staff behind the counter just goes about their day as if you aren't there. It took FOREVER to get my food and when I did, it was wadded up in aluminum foil with the wrong toppings and looked like it was stepped on. For over $20, I expect more. Ended up only eating a few bites. Really disappointing to see such a landmark go down hill. Perfect example of trying to solve a problem that wasn't one and make things worse as a result. I'm crossing my fingers they reverse course so I can return. read more

Ted's Hot Dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I'm a hotdog connoisseur and an Arizona transplant. As soon as I saw hotdog in the name I knew I had to try Ted's. The service was no nonsense and it was very busy. I like the simple roomy setup of the dining room. It's simply but seats many people. The all beef dog was amazing and my only regret was not getting 2. read more

Ted's Hot Dogs - Jumbo All Beef Hot Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

The hotdogs are perfection. The people are AWESOME - but the changes that Justin (CEO) is making are terrible! Taking the personal touch away from the successful way that has been the heart and soul of Ted's for FOREVER is wrong. Please reconsider putting in kiosk and automation and allow Ted's to continue to thrive in the amazing and successful way it always has. Blaine is the icon here at the Tempe location and Selene is a very hard coworker and provides amazing customer service. read more

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Milkshakes come out of a machine!!! Brat still excellent and large. Chsnged ordering & payment. No more changes.

Ted's hotdogs 1755 E Broadway Rd Tempe, AZ July 19, 2023 Drink: 5/5 Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Portion size: 5/5 Visit: Came to grab glizzys for "National Hotdog day" at one of arizonas original hotdog makers! Food: We ordered four regular hotdogs with two sides of chili and one side of cheese to create chili dogs. We also got one side of onion rings and bacon cheese fries. Service: Dine-in, Service was great and food was prepared correctly and under 15 minutes through the line during dinner rush, service was fast and all regular hotdogs were 50% off this dinner cost us $23. read more

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I hate to say something is overrated, but I think this place is overrated. My hotdog was just OK. I was really excited to go there because I had heard a lot of fan fare about Ted's, but it was just OK. Maybe I tried the wrong thing because they have a lot of different like sausages, and I got a basic hotdog with the fixings. My dog didn't really have a snap or anything it was a grilled dog that's it's, nothing great. Service was nice overall and the customers helped me as I waited in line to follow the process. The people all seemed nice. There no hoopla just a restaurant with some seating. Stand in line order and your food is literally ready at the checkout. That was pretty efficient. read more

This used to be a good spot. Now its wage slaves that can't do an order correctly and skip items. No thanks. You ruined a good thing

Excellent veggie dogs and the fries are always super crispy. Good value too. The employees are friendly and helpful too. best of all it's very clean. read more

Best choice for Hot Dogs, Italian or Polish sausage. Easy ordering on line or in person and quick delivery from a well tuned kitchen. Hamburgers good too. Their regular fries supplied in generous portions. Nice place for eat in too. read more

Order counter not good. Ordered 2 All beef dogs, one with chili and cheese with M-K-+ Jalapeño. Got it without the chili and cheese, fries were really good, chocolate shake was good. Service-average- Ambiance- ok . One really bad thing is, I went in bathroom and the stall door opened and a Teds worker came out and without washing his hands went straight back to work. Good thing I had already eaten or I probably wouldn't have read more

Ted's is the best and always has been! Charcoal grilled dogs done right. Cute sit down restaurant with historical pics and great employees serving the good stuff read more

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I'm not sure what the purpose was in changing their ordering system, but it certainly didn't make anything more efficient tonight. The line at the register blocked the door, it took forever to order when there were just a few people in front of us, our food took 25 minutes to prepare (3 hotdogs, fries, onion rings, and a chocolate malt), and we had to listen to the incessant beeping of other customers' pagers all around us. HOW ANNOYING. My pager went off for someone else's food and someone else's pager went off for my food. So they had to figure that out when I went to pick up my order. Now for the food itself- the hotdogs were fine, although I always enjoyed being able to tell the worker exactly how much of each item I wanted on top of my hotdog, and that is no longer an option. The onion rings were soggy. Not crispy at all. Really disappointing, and not what I've typically experienced at Ted's. The chocolate malt was not a malt. It was a milkshake. I live very close to Ted's and have been coming here forever. This is the first time I've been in since they changed their system. It was a lot of waiting to eat "just OK" food in an unpleasant environment- those awful beepers! I agree with another reviewer who said don't fix what isn't broken. read more

We have eaten at Teds before and the service and food have always been good. Today, not so much. Not a welcoming feeling when walking in, it was like we were a bother to the staff. We ordered 2 brats, onion rings and 2 drinks. The girl that took our order was obviously not happy with her job and not friendly at all. The new stand where you place your order is not a plus in my opinion. We chose not watch our food being cooked as they now give you a pager and we wanted to find a seat. Another negative, tables not cleaned and seating is super tight. We carefully took our first bite as we did not want to burn ourselves and were very surprised that the brats were barely warm. It seems they were precooked and kept under a warmer, did not taste freshly grilled and really didn't taste like a brat. We make better brats at home. The only good thing was the onion rings, they were delicious. A very sad experience as we know how good Teds was in the past. Most likely will not be back unless the service and food are better. Portillo's is a far better choice at this point. read more

Been coming here for brats, burgers and their onion rings for a long time and am never disappointed with the food. Their recent remodel has changed the vibe of the place, and you no longer stand in a cafeteria style line and move down the line and tell them what you want. That's all been replaced with a single remote ordering station, electronic pagers and not much contact with those preparing your food. To tell the truth, I miss the old way. It was one of the ways that Ted's was different and added to its character. The food is still good, but it's lost something with the remodel and changes to how you order and get your food. I'll be back. read more

If you haven't been to this landmark you're missin out! Teds has been a staple in Tempe for quite some time. If you're from Tempe or AZ, this is the spot for a good hot dog. This place is constantly packed with customers so you know the service and food are great. Every time I come it's always a great experience and the ambiance is always great. They also offer vegetarian options along with hamburgers, fish n chips and corn dogs. Check this spot out! read more

Ted's Hot Dogs - 2 all beef and fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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This place opened at 11 AM and there were people already waiting to get in. We went with a traditional dog with mustard and a chili dog. The food is grilled over the charcoal which had a nice flavor. I really enjoyed the marionberry shake. it was not too sweet, which I loved. read more

Fun place. Casual for families or just to hang out for a good dog, fries, onion rings, shakes and other comfort food. Order at the counter and get your dogs at the end of the line. Nothing fancy, but hits the spot in a neat atmosphere. Bring your kids or come on a date. I don't see how if you're looking for something casual you won't like Ted's. We're not much of hot dog fans, but Ted's may have changed that. :) read more

We have been going to Teds for years. The hot dogs never disappoint! Great flavor and good toppings. This time I decided to try the cheeseburger. Most disappointing burger Ive ever had. Super thin patty. One thin slice of tomato and 3 little long slices of red onion. No flavor whatsoever. I ate half and threw the rest away. Burger King would have been a better option for a burger. read more

My first time at a Ted's. Traveling in Arizona with a friend from Buffalo NY when we came across Ted's in Tempe. She wanted to see how it stacked up with the original in Buffalo so we went in. They were actually cooking with Charcoal in the kitchen. My friend said they have a hotter coals in NY. We ordered foot long hot dogs and onion rings. She has a touch of catsup on hers and I had a bit of cheese sauce and chili. My friend declared the dogs nearly as good as they are in Buffalo. I enjoyed my dog, but the onion rings were a miss for me. Very bland and a bit odd. Stick to the fries is my advice All in all I would go again. I seldom have hot dogs but Sahlen dogs are pretty good! read more

Ted's Hot Dogs - Foot long dogs and onion rings - Hot Dogs Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Service good, got chocolate milkshake which was ok and onion rings which I got to go, and had to throw away. It was a bag of grease, some were old, and just dumped in a bag with a ton of grease. I had to set the bag on a plastic bag until I could toss it. It never should have been served. The Onion Rings were never drained and I don't think the oil temperature was high enough. For 6.19 they were a mistake. I have had them before and they were fresh and properly cooked. Consistency is everything in food service. read more

Teds is the best hotdog you'll get in Arizona. Char grilled and always high quality. We have been coming here for decades and the service has always been amazing. Keep in mind you're going to have to wait but it's worth it. Burger are good too but the hotdogs are why we go, corn dogs are always a good choice too read more

Ted's Hot Dogs - Jumbo All Beef Hot Dogs and cheese Fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Something must have changed at Ted's. We just had the worst food ever. My wife's hamburger was not cooked all the way through. I had two chili dogs, that had no flavor at all. The food was very disappointing. My hot dog bun fell apart in my hands. I had to Get a knife to eat it The price was $30.00 dollars, not worth it. Richard read more