Visited The Doghouse on the Friday of Memorial Day Weekend right when they opened at 11:00. Since we were there to dine-in we were told to take a seat anywhere. The interior is very clean and has they logo and other graphics on the walls. Very cute! My mom ordered an all beef coney with mustard, relish, and onions. I got the square dog which is a cut hot dog, ham, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on a bun. The Square Dog for $7.99 included a bag of chips and a soda which seemed really reasonable. Our food was ready quickly. While it was being prepared we enjoyed listening to the wonderful woman working the counter banter with the other customers who were coming and going. The to-go business was busy but it was only us and one other customer inside while we were there. My mom really liked her coney. The snap was great and the dog itself had good flavor. I enjoyed my Square Dog. I do wish maybe it had been a touch more robust. It could have just been the presentation but it kinda looked skimpy. I ended up adding mustard to it as well and it made for a really tasty sandwich. I'll say the two person team behind the counter stays busy. When it was hectic, it did take some time to get refills, our check, etc. Again, I know they were busy but just wanted to point that out. I'd definitely come back to The Dog House for the tasty food and friendly staff. read more

The Doghouse - Exterior - Hot Dogs Near Me - Portsmouth, Virginia

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Before I begin let me start off by saying that this review is based solely upon my personal experiences and my personal experiences alone, so without further ado let's begin!. This is my second visit here, I'm not sure if I remembered to check in or not, but I made sure I did on this visit! I ordered the smoke hot sausage and small fries along with a sweet tea for my beverage. The food came out quick, good was hot and tasty! The guy who toke my order was kind and very soft spoken. It's a small business located inside of a strip mall, it has about 7 or 8 tables to dine in,and if you're on the go you can take it with you! Your choice.. I would definitely recommend this place if you're in the mood for a hot lunch or maybe even a dinner selection!. I will definitely return and recommend this establishment!. read more

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If you're hungry for a hot dog, this is the place to go. Colorful and inviting, The Doghouse has various hot dogs: beef, bacon cheddar, skinless, jalapeno cheddar, and bacon cheddar. They also offer kielbasa, German brats, and chesseburgers, and other sandwiches. I was set in getting a hot dog and was happy to basic condiments were offered. I was happily surprised to see she-crab on the menu and the offering to put a drizzle in my dog. After having a sample of the soup, I ordered the beef hot dog with mustard, relish, and a drizzle of she crab. I also ordered a bowl of she- crab soup. It took longer than expected to get the soup. I believe the waitress was sidetracked by other customers. Once I reminded her, the warm bowl of soup was brought to me. Creamy and filled with crab, the soup was perfectly seasoned. I was happily impressed with the hot dog. The mustard and relish were placed at the bottom of the dog and the she crab drizzle was on top. The layers of tastes were delicious. Both the dog and soup helped satisfy my hunger. I look forward to coming back. read more

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Cool vibe kinda place. Old school for sure. There's usually 2-3 employees and it's small and very americana type place. Great sausage. Split fried and spicy. Good sauerkraut as well. Regular dog is nice as well. That is all I've had. Good service and good food for a hot dog joint. Pretty good prices and quick lunch place. They have a frequent flyer kind of card I'll use it soon enough. Gonna try the corn dogs next time. read more

Great Staff food made fresh to order fresh hot fries and great hot dogs and a full menu with burgers and sandwiches. A great hidden gem in Portsmouth and has been in the community forever. read more

The Doghouse - New York Coney All Beef's mustard, onions, chili and Slaw. Delicious - Hot Dogs Near Me - Portsmouth, Virginia

Omgeee the food is amazing! Ronnie and Pat have fresh baked cookies they put out every morning before they open that are absolutely delicious!!! And the hot dogs are sooo GOOOOOOD!!!! I can't believe I am just finding out about this place. The service was sooo friendly. The establishment is sooo welcoming! Its cozy and I love how everyone speaks to each other when you go in to order or pick up an order! I'm definitely going back!!! read more

The Doghouse - Omgeeee gotta get you one! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Portsmouth, Virginia

Saw this little place when I was door dashing and had to stop by! It's a cute diner vibe inside. Two older people run the place and let me tell you... AMAZING! The food was phenomenal. We got a grilled cheese and chips, brat, potato salad, and shared a drink. That simple grilled cheese was gooey and soft and the brat popped with every bite! read more

The Doghouse - Brat with deli mustard, onions, and sauerkraut - Hot Dogs Near Me - Portsmouth, Virginia

Great hot dogs!!! Great service!! I was so excited to find that this joint lived up to the hype! I heard about it at work!!

It's good, I think the footlong dog is the real item to get. Looked more appetizing than the Coney Dogs. Skimpy on the fries for the price, but still good for a hot dog place. read more

Best dogs ever! Awesome local business. Well I prepared food, friendly service, and great value. Highly recommend for lunch!

If you want the best She Crab Soup...... it's here!!! Made homemade and fresh. This little lady makes "The Best!" read more

Rays is not closed. It has been open since 1998. And serving conys and BBQ longer than anyone else. read more

The Doghouse - Hot Dogs Near Me - Portsmouth, Virginia

Haven't been there in almost a year due to the lack of professionalism since the previous owners left. Waitress gossiping about her acquaintances referring to them as B******... products sold also have questionable wording for young children. Too bad, used to frequent the dog house often. Not family friendly anymore. read more

Quick service. Beef dogs and other items to choose from. Great hot crispy fries. Mom & pop diner feel.

I ordered the hot dog combo. 2 hot dogs, fries, cookie, and a drink for $12.00. Much cheaper than ordering hot dogs individually. I always leave Ray's Dog House very happy! read more

Customer service was great. Everyone, from the cashier down to the cook, is very nice. It's a nice place to just sit down and eat. The hotdogs and sandwiches are all great. You can't go wrong picking either one. read more

Just not good. Hot dog didn't look right, color was off....fries were over cooked. Dumped it in the trash!

First visit to this place & it was all fresh and yummy. Due to Covid, it's walk up window carry out only. The service was pleasant and quick. We will definitely visit again. read more

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Good old fashion hot dog place. The staff is super friendly. I will return for the hot dogs. read more

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Hard working people putting out a darn good product. Fries are so good. Everything is good!

I am not a huge hot dog fan, but I'm always a sucker for great reviews on Yelp. One of those places with great reviews, Ray's Dog House (RDH) is located at Western Branch in Chesapeake. It's in a rundown strip mall, but don't let that deter you. Having picked up my oldest son from the library, he was famished. We decided to check out RDH. The inside of RDH is small but looks like a regular diner--clean and tidy. The restaurant had steady business, even during the afternoon. The waitress immediately came over to greet us, and I mentioned it was our first time. She politely explained about their menu, and differences in all the types of hot dogs. I ordered an All Beef Coney Island ($2.25) with chili and coleslaw (add 40¢) and my son ordered two Coney Island dogs ($2.15) "all-the-way" (mustard, onions and chili). Their fries come as a half or full order (99¢/$1.65) and my son got a half. Coney Island hot dogs were created around the early 1900s in Michigan. Coney Island Hot Dogs are a natural-casing beef hot dog that has the infamous "snap" when you bite into it. RDH features Boar's Head brand such as bratwursts, smoked sausages, sandwiches, and salads. I am telling you that the All Beef Coney Island hot dogs were authentic, and delicious! Their chili and slaw were a great compliment to the dog, and the fries were hot and crispy. My son and I were impressed with RDH: wonderful service, delicious food, and great value. If you like Coney Island hot dogs, I highly recommend trying them out. I know I'll be back again soon. read more

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I have been looking at Ray's for years but I needed some sustenance and this restaurant is close to our ATM - Smiles! Seriously, this restaurant is locally in a quaint strip mall. It is a family friendly location with great parking and a cute facade. The entire staff is sweet and helpful. The important part is The Hotdogs are AMAZING! I ate too many and I loved it. If you enjoy hotdogs and are looking for great service then Ray's is the place to go. Can't wait to come back. read more

I just got in the car and started to drive. I was hungry and wanted to try a place is never been. This was a pleasant surprise. They get it right. First, it has an old school dinner feel to it.(see my pictures) It was packed around lunch time. The staff was very helpful and very friendly. The place was clean a welcoming. I got two all beef hotdogs with natural casings, because I like the bite w/ a side of fries. I topped those bad boys with ketchup, mustard, red onions, chili and cheese. They were outstanding. The fries were hot (Made to order). They also have this neat little pressure cooker the keep the dogs in. I will definitely return to this place. The food and the service were to notch. M glad I stopped. Ohhh... The toppings were free accept the red onions read more

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This is a hole in tje wall joint and the food was amazing! Will definitely be back. I just got the chili dog and small fries but they were great. If I had one thing bad.to say, is that they were so busy, it took awhile to get my yummy food. read more

Great little place to get a quick hotdog and fries to go with friendly owners! Must go they have other stuff in the menu

Well again I was in Portsmouth so I had to go to Ray's dog house. Again a fantastic meal. We had Coney dogs, fries and root beer. Dogs and fries are always hot and drinks are never empty. A must for anyone visiting Portsmouth! read more

By far the BEST hot dogs I've EVER eaten in my life!! Made fresh on the spot, using Boar's Head meats. Excellent customer service & the wait time wasn't bad at all. Can't wait to bring my family in to try them. I ordered the Coney w/regular mustard, ketchup, onions, chili & slaw. read more

The Doghouse - Hot Dogs Near Me - Portsmouth, Virginia

They're have the best hot dogs outside of New York City. Their cake are always my wife's favorite.

This is an awesome place to get a GOOD hotdog! Service is equally amazing. You will never be disappointed!

I recommend this spot for people who prefer dining in a atmosphere of familiarity the staff is excellent Miss Cindy made this place and although she's retired you still feel remnants of her personality there the food is boars head and it's excellent read more

Great local business with great service and food. Glad they were able to weather the pandemic. Continued success.

I love the hotdogs and fries. The turnaround time is fast and they have friendly service.

Highly recommend this place! Awesome hotdogs and they have great sandwiches as well! The staff is always super friendly and they make you feel so welcome and comfortable to be there! read more

Nothing but good things to say about this local favorite. It is a hole in the wall where the locals come, the people know your name and regular's orders are memorized by the staff. This is local loving and you just know it is going to be satisfying. Went there with 3 friends and we each got 2 dogs and fries. Also tried the pork sandwich. They have a wide variety of dogs, toppings and other items that are ridiculously cheap. 2.25 for a dog and toppings. CRAZY! Everything was fast, fresh, hot and delicious. Really high quality meats. All Boars Head brand. The fries were the best I have had in a long time. The whole table raved about the food. The pork was excellent so there are tasty options if you tire of dogs....as if! This is a place to go for a plain, simple hotdog with your choice of toppings. read more

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This place is a hoot. Very low-key, very limited menu, but the owners and wait staff obviously love what they do and it shows.

This is one of my favorite hidden gems in Portsmouth. I love the Boars head selection. The staff is always polite, and you always get your food quickly. I love how they ask what time will you arrive, so they can have your food hot and ready when you pick it up. I highly recommend Rat's Dog house. read more

I have been coming to this establishment for over 20 years. Ray and his wife knew how to treat their patrons and friends with courtesy and professionalism and always had a smile on their face. We'll all of that goodness left when it was bought by one of the most unprofessional owners I have met in a long time. Her and another employee were constantly yelling at one another behind the counter in front of other staff and customers. Then she proceeded to storm off and slam the rear door so hard I'm surprised it was still on the hinges. It scared my kids as well as two older folks half to death. When she came back, we let her know how unprofessional she was and she, with an attitude apologized and said that she was the owner and can refuse service to anyone and we can leave if we don't like it...well, that's what I did. I can assure you that I will no longer support this long standing business. It's unfortunate as with the lack of customer service and professionalism, I see the customer base dwindling to nothing and more than likely will sink. Just a shame. Good people run successful businesses. Maybe the new owner should take notes... read more

I eat here from time to time. I enjoy the New York hot links with chili and onion with a side of fries. And their deserts mainly different cakes based on the day. The only thing I don't like is sometimes the bun is soaked. I'm not sure why it's wet but for that reason they get 4 stars. read more

We saw that this place had a lot of great reviews on Yelp so we went. The first thing I noticed was how welcoming the greeting was, and how nice everyone was. My husband got a hot dog that he said was one of, if not the best hot dog that he has ever had. I had a chicken salad sandwich that was very good and filling. I couldn't even finish my fries after the sandwich. Very nice place, nice people. We will be back. read more

The Doghouse - Hot Dogs Near Me - Portsmouth, Virginia

Who doesn't like a good hotdog place ?' Which is becoming far and few between. Rays has a great selection to choose from