Nice location. Business is well positioned on the corner. Never had an issue locating parking, usually right outside the business on the street but they have a small parking space inside their lot, fits 6 maybe 7 cars. Have been coming here for years and service is always great! Have my go to order from here, the hell-hound. Good sides and shakes to complement your meal. Personally I prefer outside seating to enjoy the weather. Lots of umbrellas to keep you in the shade. Oldies mix in the background for a relaxing ambiance. Pricy but worth it. Keep up the good work! read more

The Happy Hound - Hell hound + Garlic Parmesan Fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

I think what's nice about this place is that it has a vibe. If feels more old school in that it's a shack and there's a parking lot and some tables. We got the onion rings, happy burger, and Oreo shake. It reminded me of in and out and everything is just a little better. It's definitely a vibe and it also just goes to show how good in and out is. But I'd be happy to come back her for sure still read more

The Happy Hound - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

Went for an early dinner that would be quick and affordable compared to the other places near/in downtown Los Gatos. The staff was nice and gave reccomendations since it was our first time there. Im not big on fried food but what we ordered was good ngl.... Happy Burger: 8/10 - was a pretty decent size w/ all the FRESH toppings Onion Rings: 7.5/10 but were better when I used the "angry sauce" as dip instead of the ranch. Note: ANGRY SAUCE IS SPICY AS HELL! Chili Cheese Dog: 8/10 & has beans Tots : 10/10 - Crispy on the outside soft and warm in the middle mmmmmmm Butterfinger Shake: 9/10 - good but just vanilla with chunks of the candy blended in it. Corn Dog - 10/10: Perfectly done The building was small but it had A/C wich is good since it was warm out. We sat outside at the cute little tables w/ umbrellas, flowers along the fence, string lights and good music playing. It was kind of a vibe lol read more

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It was okay for what it is, but the 4 of us all got sick afterwards. Would not recommend. read more

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Small burger and hot dog joint with a solid chili cheese fries. Burgers look amazing and stacked. Friendly service. Limited seatings inside with a parking lot behind the restaurant. Small diner vibes. Got a medium chili cheese fries and that filled me up. Fries were crispy and slightly thin. The chili is on the drier side and would prefer to have a bit more of it. Add onions to enhance the flavor! Give some time for the cheese to melt. The burger was great. read more

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3.5 The burger was tasty overall but very salty, it actually bothered us and made it a bit hard to eat. The tater tots were crispy & yummy. It took more than 15min, closer to 20 for our order, which seems a bit slow specially that there was no one on the ordering line. But I noticed they have a lot of take out. The place is casual with some outdoor seating too. read more

The Happy Hound - Double cheese burger - tasty but salty - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

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Experience (4/5 stars): *Food: Happy burger came with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onion, and cheese. subbed the happy sauce for angry sauce, a spicy thousand island dressing. Burger was good with a side of fries and oreo shake! *Price: ~$10 for a happy burger Overall, I'd come back here for lunch! read more

The Happy Hound - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

My boyfriend, who is from Los Gatos, introduced me to one of his favorite local spots, and I can see why it's a representation of the town's character. This long-standing burger joint has a cozy and intimate setting, reminiscent of an old-school diner but on a smaller, more personal scale. It serves classic comfort food like burgers, hot dogs, fries, and milkshakes. They offer indoor and outdoor seating, and parking was super easy. The staff was incredibly friendly and informative, making the experience even better. I decided on the "Happy Burger," which is a single patty cheeseburger, and it was HUGE. The burger was juicy, flavorful, and everything a burger should be. The fries were delicious, but I couldn't even finish them! Compared to the usual fast-food chains like McDonald's or Wendy's, this place is in a different league. The quality is noticeably higher, and everything tastes incredibly fresh. I felt so comfortable and had a wonderful time. I'll definitely be back! read more

The Happy Hound - HAPPY BURGER - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

I love this spot! Such a homey feel to it and best hamburgers and hotdogs in LG! Prices are reasonable and frequently get the hotdog, hamburger, fries and corn dogs. Don't come here if you're on a diet. The food is ready to order and piping hot and fresh from the grill or fryer. Staff is super friendly and speedy! They already know my boys order since all he wants is hotdog and bacon! Seating is limited but there's a few tables for 4; and high tops for 2. Thanks for making us happy, Happy Hound. Will be back! Cheers dears! read more

As an Elite Foodie, I went to try the burger and hot dog at Happy Hound, and to be honest, I was really upset and disappointed. I ordered 4 different things: happy hotdog, happy burger, medium fries, and a cup of chili. It won't take long to be severed. I decided to taste the hotdog first, and the taste was just normal. Nothing special. Just a B. The burger, omg, was so crazy. No taste at all. I didn't feel what the heck I just ate. An F right away. The fries were not too bad. Crunchy and light salt. A B+ The cup of chili was the King of the meal. It helped me to feel normal again after tasting the burger. An A. I came because of the good review about the burger, but turn out that was the worst one. This place will be out of my list. I think I only sat down for 15'. read more

I had been craving a hotdog for months. I asked a friend where to go and he suggested Happy Hound. I came here about 3 times in the past 6 months and I was very happy. Tasty hotdogs with lots of yum toppings. The basic hot dog which is what I get is about $6. It comes with a lot of good toppings. read more

Hey there to all my YELP-ER friends and followers! Well I just had to escape to the famous South Bay Area this afternoon...this area of the entire Bay Area was my old stomping grounds...my first stop was the famous Valley Fair Mall by Westfield. I was returning merchandise but got caught up in MICHAEL KORS, MACY*S, and finally NORDSTROM. I was getting hungry so I drove my AURORA by Oldsmobile into Los Gatos. I remembered an 'ole favorite staple of mine...THE HAPPY HOUND!!! I always order two (yes two) Cheese Hound all beef hot dogs with a small side of Tater Tots and to wash it all down a large PINK Lemonade. This not only is a money SAVER but a meal that always makes me HAPPY HAPPY JOY JOY!!! The service is served with a smile as well as quick. The Ambiance is sit down inside either at the counter or grab a table. Since I last visited (been quite some time) there is outdoor seating under the STARS!!! Parking can be a bit crowded but there is parking on the street. Since 1971, this popular establishment has been a favorite of mine since I can't remember but if you're interested in a "Cheap n Cheerful" spot for a great meal...head over to The Happy Hound in Los Gatos CA. You won't be disappointed or sorry! read more

The Happy Hound - My two Cheese Dogs, side of small Tater TOTs, and a large PINK LEMONADE!!! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

Dried up and overcooked fries terrible. The Burger was Mid at best, I didn't see much special sauce & the burger was not stacked properly with condiments as it had little lettuce on the bottom of Burger & Tons of onions on top weird. I wouldn't eat a burger here I give it a 4 out of 10. read more

The Happy Hound - Dried up and overcooked fries terrible, The Burger was Mid at best. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

We went here on May 5th, Cinco de Mayo to have lunch when our way to Santa Cruz, the place is great to have a quick bit, great delicious food,friendly service, reasonable price and clean place. read more

This place is not bad but also not good. Ordered 2 double patty burgers, onion rings, 2 soda and a hot dog and the total was about 50$ . The burger patties looked frozen and were tasteless. The onion rings look like the kind that you just buy and not battered in house. And about 8$ for a skinny hot dog. I understand this is old school style burgers but time has changed and y'all need to step it up a notch with flavors . The service is excellent and the people working there all seem very friendly. Also got tables outside to eat on a beautiful day! Unfortunately nothing special about the food that will bring me back here. read more

The Happy Hound - Double Happy Burger - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

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Outstanding! Been driving past Happy Hound for 16 years and today was the day I finally stopped in. GREAT burger, perfect onion rings and a blackberry shake that knocked my socks off. Will visit again soon. This place is a gem! $30, but worth every penny! Wish they sold swag items. I'd love a shirt/hat/mug. Now all I can think about is... what didn't I order? what to get next time? That was a tasty burger! read more

The Happy Hound is a cute and cozy eatery with a few tables inside including classic diner bar counter seats, and a clean and inviting atmosphere. Came by on a Saturday evening, parking was easy in the dedicated lot, service was friendly and efficient, making me feel welcome from the moment I stepped inside, it took about 10 minutes for my order to be ready, and the food was amazing. I got the hell hound with no spicy angry sauce, and it was perfect. The toppings were freshly grilled, and all of the ingredients were full of flavor, the jalapenos adding a nice spice, a bit of saltiness from the bacon, and just a savory delight from the melted cheese and hot dog itself. Add to that a large serving of garlic fries, slightly crisp, thin cut and piled high, smothered in a generous amount of garlic sauce and grated parmesan, it was too much to finish, but an absolutely satisfying meal... the entire casual dining experience way better than I expected. read more

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I really love their fresh fries so I got their chili cheese fries and I thought they were good. I love their grilled chicken breast and I will always order one by itself because theirs are so juicy. read more

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The Happy Hound is a nostalgic spot for my boyfriend. We were in the area and decided to eat at The Happy Hound for lunch. The private lot for The Happy Hound is very small, so if it's packed you will have to find some street parking. The shop itself is very small, probably only about 4-5 tables inside? I think there are some tables outside too and there is one gender neutral bathroom outside. We decided to order the happy hound, happy burger and the garlic parm tots. We enjoyed the happy hound more than the burger. Don't forget to ask for your hot dog grilled because I believe the standard is like a boiled hot dog. They definitely don't skip out on the toppings. There was a lot of onions on our happy hound. The Happy Burger was fine. The garlic parm tots were ok. They fry on them were good, but with the extra cost to make them garlic parm wasn't worth it because the garlic was very faint in taste. You're probably better off getting regular tots or fries. This spot is a classic and if you are ever in the area, check it out for a quick bite! read more

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I consider myself a burger connoisseur of sorts. I eat a lot of burgers. A lot. I also keep a list and ranking off all the burger spots I try out. I'm happy to report that for the last 6 months, The Happy Hound's burger has stayed on top of the bracket at #1. I live 30 miles away and I drive to Los Gatos just to eat this burger. On top of that the fries are awesome. If you're a burger lover, go here. read more

Haven't been there in 15 years as I was out of state. Driving by and I couldn't resist. Thank god it's still the best burgers and dogs. Real classic tasting big burgers with toasty buns fresh produce and those incredible dogs with the "Snap"! I missed it but I'll be there often now! read more

Good chili dogs with decent pricing. Place was kind of small, but also somewhat nostalgic. Workers there were very friendly. Definitely worth your time to check this place out. read more

What is there to say about Happy Hound that hasn't already been said? They have wonderful service, the people who work there are friendly, helpful, and seem to enjoy their work. The food is made promptly (fast food, of course), and it is always piping hot. The food is another standout. Their fries are the star of the show. Name another place where you can get two pounds of delicious fries for about $10. That's enough to feed a family, not more need to spend $5 on fries for each kid. Their burgers and hotdogs are delicious as well. I love watching the cheddar cheese melt over the top of the burger while it's cooking. The ambiance is essential 1950's burger joint. Seating is minimal, but always available when I have gone (at least as long as the weather allows for sitting outside). Do yourself a favor and get to Happy Hound with an empty stomach. I'm sure you will leave both full and happy! read more

Outstandingly Delicious! Had lunch here today with a grade school buddy. He had a double Happy burger with cheddar and I had a single with mushrooms and jalapenos. The meat is super juicy and very tasty. Perfectly spiced and cooked! The produce was garden fresh! The bun was fresh and tasty. We had onion rings and fries too! Battered onion rings were very tasty. Just the right amount of satisfying crunch! The fires were think and crispy with a pillow soft inside. Delicious food either with wonderful service all in a cozy little restaurant! We will be back soon! read more

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THIS place is fireeee! I recommend getting double dawgs if you want it to be more filling. The hotdogs and chillidogs are so flavorful. They're packed with so much. There's a lot of parking too and the place does have enough seating. GET the dawgs grillled! The person helping use pick and waiting for us to order was really nice too and helpful. Place feels like a retro hotdog place its quite nice. read more

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I want to love this place. The nostalgia, the small business feel.... it's getting tough to like them. They added a digital ordering screen at their take out window. I don't want to scroll around to find the "no tomato" option. Staff used to open the window to take your order in a cheery mood. Order modifications were easy, and yes I'd happily tip for that service. Ordering at the screen, when there was no one else around or waiting was disappointing. Fries are good. Onion rings serving size keeps getting smaller. Burger is kinda so/so, I live less than a mile away and by the time I get home the bun is always soggy. read more

I'm kind of boring. I always get the grilled Polish with mustard only. And it's absolutely delicious. Ordering a small french fries is almost a joke. You get enough for four people. So don't even think about ordering a large fries. You'll need a suitcase to take them home. And they do taste delicious. As well as their milkshakes. read more

Pros: - Great menu of Hot dogs, Burgers, and sides at an affordable price. Free refills on drinks! Personal favorite is the Happy Hound dog with no tomatoes. Came out hot and the dog was solid - Service was outstanding, the staff was very attentive and never have to wait too long for your food to come out. Cons: - The chili came out cold with tons of cheese (little onion). Would be nice if they at least nuke it! - Lots of counter seating, but only 3 tables (2 tall ones and 1 short- which isn't kids friendly). Environment is decent for a hot dog joint in the corner - Limited parking (about 6 spots). The location could easily be missed if you don't know what you're looking for Overall, I think its a decent hot dog and burger joint. Will return again to try other items on the menu! read more

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Happy Hound is that burger and dog place that's been there forever and every local knows and (most) loves. It's quite small, looking like it's from another time, and nothing like it's jumbo sized franchise competitors. The "Hound of Happiness" as my kids call it has been in our family rotation for over 20 years so we've seen it through ups, downs, fires, and ownership changes. The kitchen is tiny but well laid out with more fryers, grills, steamers, dog rollers, and prep areas than seems dimensionally possible. Tonight there somehow were six (SIX!) people efficiently working to get out food for a mini rush of customers. Our food tonight, a Happy Burger, Hell Hound, and fries, was all good but the Hell Hound with its grilled onions, grilled jalapeños and bacon bits stood out. The place survived a fire some years ago and the local neighborhood was pleased to see it come back. The space is now a little worn around the edges and could use some renovation but hopefully done with a light touch that doesn't subtract from its retro charm. We'll be back ... we always are! read more

Came here with my friend on a rainy night during the week looking for a lil burger fry shake meal and boy this was something. There was one other party who also decided to take shelter here and enjoy some good food. The cashier was very friendly, polite and enthusiastic. I ordered a double happy burger, a blackberry shake and my friend and I shared a family fry. The burger itself was solid but nothing to write home about. The blackberry shake was amazing. Not overly sweet and a super good shake overall. The family style fries HUMONGOUS. They are literaly family style fries don't think they're just like a large fry they're like 6 portions of fries. We tried our best and barely made a dent in it. I had a lot leftover and it took me two more meals to even finish the leftovers. Overall I liked this place. Not a bad spot for some American food and I was hugely a fan of the shakes. I also saw they had seasonal shakes which is a fun addition read more

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Pretty good no frills hot dog & burger place in Los Gatos. My boyfriend has been wanting to take me there for a long time and we finally went. I got a cheeseburger and he got a chili dog and tater tots. They have little dum dum style lollipops to take at the counter as well. We sat outside in a cute patio area with Xmas lights. The food was ready very quickly. Idk how you'd know when your order is ready if you're sitting in the patio area. My bf stayed inside to grab the food. I was a little scared when I saw that the burger cheese is unmelted shredded cheddar but it actually worked really well. There was also a great burger sauce, crispy lettuce, pickles, and massively thick onion slices. Normally it also comes with tomato but I skipped that. The burger was tasty but super messy / difficult to eat. I ended up taking most of it home to eat with a knife and fork lol My bf's chili dog was good but nothing too noteworthy. The tater tots were very crispy, with a strong potato flavor. They really would've benefitted from some aioli though. Only ketchup and mustard were provided for them. Overall I had good food for a good price. I'd come back and try the corn dog with a side of chili for something easier to eat. read more

The Happy Hound - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

Impossible to reach them by phone. It just hangs up on you. Website also doesn't work for ordering online.

I came here 4 times now and each time I was very pleased with the experience. Located on Los Gatos blvd, they have a small parking lot and ample street parking nearby. The place is pretty small inside and you can smell the goodness from a block away. The inside is comparable to a caspers, with a few tables to eat at as well. There was the typical lunch time rush where the line almost made it out the door. From blue collar workers, business suits and everybody in between, they all come here and leave happy it seems. I got the hell hound, fries and a medium soda which added up to 19 bones and some change. Very good dog and the fries are standard, maybe comparable to McDonald's in size and taste. I don't have any complaints but it can take a while to get your food. Nothing too bad but it wouldn't hurt to call your food in if you're in a rush. The inspector on our job came here and got a burger, which he wasn't too happy about. I didn't try it and can't vouch for his taste buds but I personally don't go to hot dog places and get a burger the same way I don't go to a seafood restaurant to order chicken strips lol. The staff was very friendly and had their head in the game. Very task driven to get the line taken care of at a decent pace without sacrificing quality read more

The Happy Hound - Hell hound - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

I've snuck in a few times over the past five months. They do have the best hot dog around. They're the kind of hot dogs that "snap" as my daughter would say. Flavorful and great bun to meat and fixings ratio. To update from my prior experience, I've gone inside and I went back to the window. When I order online, it clearly says to go to the side window. And I'm happy to say that I'm seen and acknowledged and appreciated consistently. Thank you. The order is ready on time, and every time it's accurate. They review the order with me before handing over the bag of goodies. The onion rings are always great. The fries are still a little hit or miss as to being cooked long enough, but they are very tasty. I've also tried the tater tots. I've missed good tots since my local Armadillo Willys closed and these satisfy my "potato" tooth. They've also added in additional outdoor seating off to the side of the parking lot as well. So, go! Get a hot dog or hamburger (my daughter ate them since she's not big on snapping hot dogs...Lunardi's dogs, on the other hand...but that's another review) and try some different sides than you're used to getting. read more

The Happy Hound - Love the remodel. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

Big burger, small prices! Smash burgers are all the hype these days. A good old fashioned thick patty is what you get here. Beef patties are 1/3 lb and cooked well done. I got a cheeseburger, with grilled onions and all the toppings, for $11. That's a pretty decent price these days, especially for the size. Patty itself could use more seasoning, but overall a tasty burger. I'll try it with their angry sauce next time. read more

The Happy Hound - Happy Burger with American cheese - Hot Dogs Near Me - Los Gatos, California

I got the chilli cheese fries and they were amazing even better with the onions. Service was quick and easy wonderful staff when ordering great little diner with plenty of outdoor seating happy burger was also amazing a must see restaurant excellent customer service i highly recommend this place especially the chili cheese fries read more

Wow, it's been ages since I've been here back in my 20s, to be exact! Lately, we've been exploring Los Gatos more often, and my wife suggested we swing by for lunch. I'm so glad we did. I got a delicious chili cheese dog and a cheeseburger, with a root beer float. Everything was just as amazing as I remembered. We'll definitely be returning soon! read more

Great job on your service and your team members and I love the classic chese Bergers amazing work

Solid choice for American fast food. Hot dogs, burgers, fries, shakes, and nostalgia. Been going here for many years. My father first showed me this place in the 70's on our way to Santa Cruz in our 1960 Volkswagen Micro-Bus with the entire family. There used to be a drive-thru Happy Hound in my hometown of Sunnyvale, but it was torn down to make room for a major street realignment in the early 80's. I think this Los Gatos location is the last one. In my youth, I always had just the cheese dogs, but now nearing retirement age, I lean towards the burgers. This place earns my maximum 4 stars for this type of restaurant. read more

Oh. My. Gosh. If you've been my long time Yelp follower, you would know I am a sucker for a good chili dog. Happy Hound has THE best chili cheese dog for $8.50! The beans to beef ratio in their chili, to the perfect sized hot dog. Ugh. Each bite is flavorful as they drench the entire hot dog in chili. *Squeals* Hubs makes fun of me for this. If I'm ever feeling down, he just asks, "Happy Hound?" And just like that, I'm happy; hence The HAPPY Hound. He also enjoys his order of the Hell Hound with Onion Rings. He loves their Angry Sauce which is quite spicy for my liking. Customer services is super friendly. They push out orders very quickly. The shop is small but there is always room to sit indoors, outdoors, or even by the counter. Typing this makes me want to drive over for more. read more

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