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    The Frankfurter

    3.9 (147 reviews)
    InexpensiveFast Food, Hot Dogs
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    THE FRANKFURTER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Touristy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Rudy N.

    I was in Seattle and tried the Seattle dog. I ordered the all beef dog and paid for the cream cheese, peppers and onions. Once I received the dog, I asked the girl I ordered the peppers too, her response was the peppers are the same color had the onions and mixed inside... I'm a ex culinary cook and there was definitely no peppers inside. The dog did not taste like a beef dog, the cream cheese was a packet. I was disappointed with this place. I would not recommend this place!

    Chicken basil dog
    Efrain L.

    Good spot if you're craving a solid, no-nonsense dog while strolling the pier. I got the all-beef hot dog and the chicken sausage--both hit the spot. Juicy, well-cooked, no weird fillers or mystery meat vibes. Chicken sausage had a surprisingly great snap and flavor. That said... $6 a pop? A bit much for what it is. I get it--tourist tax, waterfront, etc. But there's a guy in Westlake who smokes his sausages on the spot and charges less. Flavor-wise, that dude's doing laps around this place. Still, if you're hungry and nearby, it does the job. Just know you're paying more for the location than the link.

    Italian hot dog with peppers & onions + a small lemonade.
    Sara M.

    Quick & friendly service. Great prices. Quality food. Beautiful location. Nice to see this place still stands after all these years.

    Claudia H.

    This was a little place on the pier that had different type of hotdogs for a good price!! They had the seattle style hotdog and it surprised me we came to get more. It was perfect in the afternoon walking the pier as well as the lemonade!! They had an amazing fresh strawberry lemonade. The ladies were lovely and very helpful when asking questions and serving us!

    The best hotdogs in town? That's a stretch! I have had better ones before. But this place is really good. Loved the dogs! Hot and made it right in front of us! Picked up a few for the groups! The condiments are kept on the other side of the shop. Service was really great. Hardly anything to complain. Service fast too. By the time you pay the money, the hotdogs are ready! Just enjoy the dogs while walking on the pier! Recommend it.

    Seattle Dog, Strawberry Lemonade
    Andre H.

    Visited Seattle for the weekend and my friend told me to try a Seattle dog. I stopped by this stand by the ocean front and ordered the Seattle dog and a strawberry lemonade. The hot dog was surprisingly delicious with the cream cheese and grilled onions. The strawberry lemonade was freshly squeezed and might've been the best I've had. Will def stop by here the next time I'm in Seattle.

    Breana L.

    My friend and I wanted to try the Seattle dog and so we stopped by after our ferry back from bainbridge. The hotdog was solid and they have a lot of free toppings too, pretty much what you would expect. But I do want to highlight that the lady working inside was really friendly to us. She also helped us cut our dog in half to share it better.

    Seattle style hot dog
    Amarissa M.

    Today I got to enjoy an amazing Seattle style hot dog, the service was great and the lady held great conversation! I was well pleased with the atmosphere and being able to sit right In front of the city as I enjoyed my meal !

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    Jeannie C.

    This stand was on the Waterfront and had very reasonable pricing. We ordered a plain hotdog and potato salad to hold us over until our dinner reservation was ready. The hotdog was good, but the bread bun seemed a little stale. The potato salad was a good size, but had way too much mayo and was not the best I've had. Stick with the Hotdogs only.

    Yummy

    Kind and caring woman who made us great dogs. We enjoyed the Seattle dogs and a chili dog.

    Chili Cheese Dog and Strawberry Lemonade

    Great service! Amazing Hotdogs! Chili on the hotdogs amazing! Strawberry lemonade absolutely amazing!Recommend 10/10.

    Lemonaide
    Ashley B.

    absolutely the best strawberry lemonade! not too sour and not too sweet! the person working was friendly and it was clean outside the little stand. definitely will get again!

    Zoey L.

    This location was a random spot we were passing by while exploring the Piers in Seattle! There was only one worker who was the chef and cashier; it was impressive how he was able to handle the stand by himself and hustling through orders! He was super friendly and knowledgeable about the city, since I told him we're here to visit ! The food was alright! The dogs got really cold quickly, but it was still delicious. I highly recommend getting their strawberry lemonade! It was super refreshing and tasty!

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    Best hotdog!! A must have every time I am in the area! This place always has such good quality and service.

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    One of our first stops on our Seattle trip was Dog In The Park. While this place may look a bit…read moresketchy, it's a well-known brand throughout the city with multiple locations, serving up great dogs! A Seattle dog is a quintessential food item while visiting Seattle. I am happy to say the Dog In The Park Seattle Dog lived up to my expectations. A crispy grilled dog, cream cheese, and plenty of grilled veggies. There are loads of toppings to choose from, too, but the young man serving up the dogs recommended just plain for the first time to really get the classic experience. I think some light mustard and maybe some saurkraut would have been a great addition. Friendly service and good recommendations for a first-timer, though. This location is located not too far from Pike Place and Westlake station. Convenient location. The price is great too! Go enjoy a Dog In The Park!

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    Stopped into Shorty's across the street from Bangrak after lunch and WOW... this place was a blast…read more It's quirky as hell and I mean that as a compliment. They've got tons of pinball machines, but the thing I absolutely LOVED were the booths with the pinball machines built right into the tables. I've never seen that before and immediately thought it was such a cool idea. Definitely the kind of spot you stop into for a drink and then end up hanging out way longer than you planned. Overall just a really fun little bar with a lot of character. I'd absolutely come back.

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    Tables are made from pinball machines

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    Chung Chun immediately caught my peak of interest while exploring the international district…read more Cashier at the time was sweet. I got 1 Pineapple Aloe Vera drink : 8.5/10 I got 6 of the mochinuts. 1. Matcha, 1. Cookies and crème, 1. Milk and pebbles, 1. Churro & 2 coco pebbles. They were delicious. The texture was softer than a doughnut. Way better than any Dunkin's. I wish there was something like this in Alaska. Didn't get to try the hot dog but i definitely will on my next trip to Seattle. The inside is cute, I loved their mural!

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    Register & menu

    Chung Chun Rice Dog Mochinut - Mochi donuts

    Mochi donuts

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    4.6(48 reviews)
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    Deez Dogs - Downtown Seattle (by the Camlin & Paramount)…read more Post-hockey game hunger led us to this little street-corner gem and WOW... Tasty! Tasty! Tasty! We ordered the Seattle-style dogs -- my hubby went for the spicy dog and I had the classic beef -- both loaded with that dreamy combo of cream cheese + grilled onions. Absolute late-night comfort food perfection. Hot, messy in the best way, and exactly what you want after cheering on a Seattle Thunderbirds 4-1 win . The service? Just as good as the food. She was super friendly, chatted with us while we waited, and even shared local tips on how to save money around the city -- which made the whole stop feel more like talking with a friend than ordering from a cart. And the setup is adorable -- a true street-corner hot dog cart right by the Camlin Hotel and Paramount Theatre, easy to find and perfect for a quick downtown bite. If you're out late, catching a show, leaving a game, or just craving a legit Seattle dog... this spot hits the mark. Will 100% be back!

    Originally my daughter and I were planning to grab food near the Climate Pledge Arena at a sit-down…read morevenue before the Laufey concert, but what we forgot to account for was that there was a Mariners playoff game happening at the same time. Pretty much all the sportsbars and restaurants nearby were packed, so we decided to just walk to the Arena and eat inside. Then I noticed this little hotdog stand. The lady running the store was extremely nice, especially to my daughter (which always wins extra points from me!). I of course ordered the Seattle dog. They had various condiments and toppings available on the side including ketchup, mustard, sauerkraut, pickles and pickled carrots. It was just the perfect amount of food with lots of flavors. After we were done eating, we came by the stand to grab some napkins and the lady asked us how the food was. I thought it was a nice gesture. She really didn't have to say anything and she had quite a few customers in line. She was able to multitask and provide excellent service to every customer. This is a hotdog stand. There are no tables. Condiments and napkins are all self-service. Each hot dog was $12 (this already includes sales tax and tipping is optional). I highly recommend if you are here for concerts or kraken games and want some good food that won't cost you an arm and a leg inside the arena.

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    Deez dogs!

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    I just had my first Secret Sausage Seattle Dog and it's hands above any others I've tried, and a…read morevery fair price. I especially appreciate exceptional customer service. The owner was genuinely friendly and patient when I dropped my wallet with a huge line behind me. I can't wait to find them the next time I'm in the city

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    Business is booming

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