What a surprise!…read more We had a quick bite here before going to the Chartway Arena for a show and my husband wanted something for lunch. It was packed, probably with people doing what we were doing, but there were several seats at the bar so we snagged three and were greeted pretty quickly by a very friendly waitress. She made recommendations at my husband's request and suggested the special which was two hotdogs with topping of your choice, half order of fries or tots and a drink. He went with that and we ordered a single cheeseburger for our toddler. Food was out quickly - probably less than 10 minutes and the burgers and fries were piping hot and very good. My husband was pleased. Their menu is much larger than I expected with tons of burgers, sandwiches, some salads and other things. Our waitress and a few others checked on us while we ate to ensure we didn't need anything. Very good service. I think we will definitely come back.

WOW!! That about says it all during my first experience at Perfectly Frank ODU. I live in SC and…read moregraduated from ODU in 1987. I have also followed this restaurant on social media for a couple of years. My goal was to eat here whenever I returned to the area. That time finally happened on Saturday 8/8/26 and to say my expectations were met is an understatement. The place looked like how a college place should look and the food and service was even better. The hot dog and NY Hot sausage were outstanding, the definition of how each should taste. Reagan and Liam were also outstanding, and I appreciated everything you did to make my first experience a great one. If you have a chance, please visit this restaurant. You won't be disappointed. I can't wait to return in the near future.

On the way home from Norfolk today, driving along the Princess Anne Road route, my vehicle made a…read morequick U Turn when we remembered that Lew's Hot Dogs was closing permanently on October 31st. It's one of the few old school Hot Dog Shops that still feature the iconic Norfolk Dog. The spot closes at 3pm each day. There was plenty of time to stop. The location is on Azalea Garden Road about 2 blocks north of Princess Anne Road. Don't expect a picturesque spot. This building is located in the midst of warehouses, car repair shops & such. Lew's was obviously packed with people wanting those few last days of the wonderful Norfolk Dogs. Parking was around the front & side of the shop & on the street. Even the "no parking" area was filled. We stepped directly into an earlier time. And I loved it. Seating was mainly around the counter. I would have loved to have eaten there. But we had just had donuts in Ghent. So we ordered at the cramped takeout counter, The cook, who I suspect was the owner's wife, cooked on a small grill near the front window. A young man took the orders, writing each takeout order on a paper bag for the cook. The proprietor busily did everything. He was personable & funny. He had his rules, just like his long gone competitors, We sat at the counter and talked to a customer who had driven down from Arlington. He obviously knew the place well as the owner bantered with him. When our order was ready we left, a little sad that we couldn't stay and eat. It had been so much fun. The Norfolk Dogs were wonderful. They're snap dogs, customarily served only with mustard, chili & onions. Lew's did allow other condiments added, even serving French fries. You could get thrown out of some of his former competitors for asking for catsup or potato chips. There must be a return before they close. I want to sit and eat at the counter. I want to come out with that familiar smell of onions in my hair. By the way, they're still open to selling the shop. It comes with the secret recipe for their chili sauce. Norfolk Dog lovers need this eatery to remain open. Don't let them be lost to time.

Another piece of Norfolks history is set to close at the end of October. Lew's Hot Dogs has been…read morearound as long as I can remember and its closing makes me feel like I'm losing an old Friend. On the way home from the Yelp Event at O's Donuts, I remembered Lew's was closing this weekend. Luckily Lew's was right on our way home so we decided to stop and get orders to go. We walked in to a packed house and lots of others placing orders to go. Cash only signs were posted in several places so I was prepared when it was my turn to order and pay. Everyone was friendly and greeted each other and engaged in conversation. I felt like I had stepped back in time to a kinder, gentler place. I'm very sad that we are losing another piece of Norfolk history. The hotdogs were just as good as I remembered, as well as their French fries. One thing that caught my attention as we waited was the stools at the counter. This old Norfolk girl immediately said to my Friend, "these aren't stools, they are chairs with backs on them just like the lunch counters in Peoples Drug Store and Woolworth's when I was a kid." Loved this little walk down memory lane today. Happy retirement Lew, You will be missed.

Please take me back to Chicago with that delicious Chicago Dog they have…read more So this "Mom and Pops' joint is everything of the word. Locally and Black-owned in Norfolk, this lunch counter style gem is nothing short of classics you don't see that much anymore. So, on arrival, you can have a seat, and a hostess or cashier will come out and take your order. The chef will take your order if you sit at the lunch counter. Either way, your food will be cooked to order right when you order so that it will be fresh! The main star, hotdogs, is on the menu, but you can also get burgers. Crinkle fries come with the meal or chips. Now, these hotdogs come in all ways, so review the menu carefully of the options. The ingredients are made fresh all day to ensure you get your food that way. Did I mention they serve breakfast? Yes, they have a breakfast menu as well. Seating at the counter is a treat because there is TV to watch, and you can see the Chef prepare your food. The price is excellent, too; two hotdogs, fires, and a drink were about twelve dollars. This place is GREAT for lunch and breakfast; I will be back. Happy Yelping.

I'm definitely impressed with the hotdogs at this place. I didn't like that the chili was cold, but…read morethe hotdog is really warm, so that made up for it. Been in search of a good hotdog location, and being at this place has several different locations, this one particularly was good. The gentleman that took our order was pretty knowledgeable about the menu, and helped us make some decisions. I love that the hotdogs were well done and a little crispy, that's just how I like it. We also got fried pickles delicious. The atmosphere was like an older type of vibe, it was a little hot, but we were okay under the fan. You can definitely tell that there are a lot of regulars that come through here. The bathrooms are clean, and the food came out in a pretty good timely manner. Check out one of their locations and see how you like it!!

Had an amazing BLT last week. Bacon was perfect. Old school establishment. Service was great.read more

Every time I'm working in the area I have to come here for lunch. Really good food, great people. I…read moredefinitely recommend this place if you're looking for a home cooked style meal. Just absolutely fantastic.

We've driven past here so many times, after the beach I was feeling a hot dog and a burger…read more I got the pittie burger and hot dog with grilled onions. You can choose hot and cold toppings btw. The staff were very nice, and get you what you need without being overly attentive. I think outdoor seating would add nicely to this place.

Finally stopped by after driving by many times. The name, logo, and how cute the restaurant looked…read moreoutside hooked me. There is limited, free parking spots in their lot, which they also share with another restaurant, so be mindful of that. Not sure how street parking is like; it is on a busy street. I arrived before a rush of people, which was around 2:30 pm on a weekday. The inside is a little unassuming but has character and charm. I enjoyed seeing the dog theme decor on the walls. The man working there was welcoming and very friendly! Service was wonderful. There are plenty of hot dogs to choose from, and there are plenty of options for hot and cold toppings. Went with the pittie dogs, fries, and chocolate cheesecake brownie. A good, simple hot dog! Fries were crispy and warm. Brownie was pretty good and sweet. I look forward to trying the other items on the menu like the bratwurst. Another cool thing I noticed is for their rewards system instead of it saying points on the receipt, it says "spots"! How creative and fun is that! I love how they kept the dog theme even for things people often overlook. Definitely a fun, little spot for affordable hot dogs! Try it out for yourselves!

Such a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere! The food is amazing, and I especially love the hot dogs…read more I was also really excited to see that they serve non-alcoholic beer! The owner personally came over and greeted us, and I even got to meet the owner's mother, which made the whole experience feel even more friendly and personal. Great food, great atmosphere, and genuinely nice people. We'll definitely be back!

Food was great as usual and the service was great as well and it was a pleasant visitread more

This place is always consistent! Great experience provided by servers. You cannot go wrong!read more

What a cute little hot dog shop!!! I'm wondering why (aside from the fact that I haven't, until…read morerecently, been eating meat) I don't stop here more often... It's a small shop, at best, with maybe three or four tables and a few seats at the grill. Today it's half full, so I slid right into a stool in front of the grill. And since I'm such a fan a sauerkraut, I ordered the Suicide Dog with sauerkraut. This!!! Is definitely NOT a good spot for a date, not even a blind one where you don't want to be on the date but you have to. The hot dog I got was oozing with messy, delicious goodness!!! Omg I'm pretty sure I'm wearing cheese on my nose. No matter, at less than $4 a hot dog, it was worth it!!!

The food is amazing. The. Jalapeño tough skins are excellent . Tater tots well cooked. Clean and…read morecozy. Service is always friendly and welcoming.

I used to go to this place a LONG time ago for a period of about 4-5 months. Every Saturday. (And…read morean occasional Friday) It was one of those places that felt like a pleasant stroll through a simpler time. An old-school diner type-vibe and I liked it. Prices were reasonable, food was good, and staff were mostly nice. Felt like I fit in as a regular right away. I liked the old box TV's in the corner and the sound of the grill. I'm not even one for hotdogs, not a fan to be honest. However, I decided to try the namesake and was surprised by how good it was. I was even convinced to get another one on my first visit. I tried multiple things each week, and was pleased with all of it. Then one day, I was surprised in another way. They had hidden a loose body part under my burger. It was so disappointing. I walked out and once I was behind the building, I gave it the old "Ehh!" gesture by brushing my hand in the direction of the place. That signaled the end of my quarter-year patronage. A few months later, I was at a different eating establishment on the other side of town. And one of the employees from Lulu's walked in and said: "So you're not getting hotdogs tonight, huh?" I was dumbfounded. I couldn't believe it. First off, they were closed at the time, and secondly, I don't appreciate scraggly surprises in my food. (Now to be fair, the place I was in that night ALSO gave me a fuzzy memory to last a lifetime, but that's beside the point.) So if you decide to go here, make it a regular haunt, then suddenly stop going for three months, they'll stalk you and mock your new culinary preferences. Or maybe it was just me they did that to. Regardless, I haven't been back and it's been over ten years. Needless to say, I'm not going to be pressing my tuxedo or sewing any buttons on my vest anytime soon, as I'm not worried about looking my best, because I don't care that Lulu's back in town. I'm not returning.