Tony packo's is a Toledo institution. You can't beat the $2 dogs every Tuesday. If you're on a budget, get them to go and save the cost of a beverage. This location is the original and it was packed the day after Christmas. I assume because people are off and it's a place you want to take out of town guests. Even with it being packed, I was in and out with my to go order. The interior is filled with celebrity signed hot dog buns. It is somewhat intimate with the multiple dining areas. read more

One of the coolest restaurants I have ever been to. Not only is it unique and original, the food is fantastic. I highly recommend topping your amazing dinner off with a dessert! read more

Simple online hotdog pickup order took 45 min - I got the email confirmation and that the order would be ready right away, but apparently they never got ihe order or lost it??? Terrible service. :-( read more

On our way home we stoped at this place and we're pleasantly surprised! Great Hungarian hotdogs - very flavorful and has this pinch of hotness (Hungarian paprika but doesn't burn your moth that you do not feel any flavor), loved stuffed cabbage as it reminded of my childhood And warm apple strudel was tasty! Definitely the institution of Toledo you have to stop and taste! read more

Tony Packo's - Apple Fresh Baked Strudel - Hot Dogs Near Me - Toledo, Ohio

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Very standard hot dogs in a touristy setting. Loving on an old reputation. The benefit of this place is adequate seating when it's busy. Isn't horrible but not great either. Limited menu. read more

Tony Packo's - Hot Dogs Near Me - Toledo, Ohio

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Great selection of unique menu items that have been popular in the establishment for years. The food is tasty and well presented, and the atmosphere is quaint and comfortable. Our server, Jas, was on the ball and gave us what we needed. A fun place! read more

Food was good! Homemade spicy ketchup so good we bought a bottle for home! The best part of the place was the employees! They all knew the history and nostalgia and love to share the stories! read more

Tony Packo's - Traditional Hungarian dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Toledo, Ohio

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So Tony Packo's is like somewhat legendary in the Toledo area me being a newbie to the state I'd never heard of them but me being me I'll always find what's good and try it! My first meet with Tony Packo's was actually at the grocery store as I just wanted a can of chili seeing the basic generic brands that I just really don't like I looked a little harder and I found some cans of their chili after reading what it was all about on the can I put it in my basket and ate it sometime later at home seeing that this was one of the better can chili's I've had I looked the restaurant up and added it to my bookmarks knowing that sometime later I'd pay them a visit! Coming here I really didn't know what to expect other than some good chili and to be honest it was much more than that as they are doing it right here and have been for many years! For the start we ordered fried pickles as those are pretty much some of my favorite things and when I come across them I generally get them here they were perfect big pickle chunks that were fried perfectly with a side of spicy ketchup and ranch to dip them in from this I'm gathering they make their own pickles as they are selling them this probably the reason they were soo good! Of the combos I went with the Hot Dog Combo and it was the right choice as I got a side of their yummy chili with some cheese on top a dog with chili and cheese and a side of these dumplings that had gravy on them all in all this was a good amount of food! The hot dog though was where it was at as it had the perfect amount of chili on it with mustard inside the bun as well as some cheese and onions to make it perfect but the dog it self was really where it was at as it was like a slice of a kielbasa sausage that had a snap with each bite into it's deliciously flavorful goodness! Overall this was a great stop and really something that was one of the better chili places I've been to over the years it's forshures that I hope to come back here again as it was yummy but next tome it's nothing else other than hot dogs I'm ordering as those were just awesome so until then I'll continue to buy their chili at the store! read more

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In Toledo- must try the original, right? No. You actually don't have to. We went on a Sunday afternoon after visiting the Museum before going back home. The host was present and kinda grumpy. maybe she was having a bad day. The food was heavy and not really good. Maybe just not my taste. Our server stopped by once to check on us and both our drinks were empty for quite some time. Drinks never got refilled. Overall the place was dirty and the furniture and floors greasy. It's a tourist place, they are turning tables as quickly as possible and selling merch from a gift shop in the back corner. You get what you get. No need to return. read more

Man, this place is historic! My dad took me here as a child. It is my first time back in a very very long time. My grandma used to watch M*A*S*H religiously. So, I know that connection thru Jamie Farr. Lots of good memories.... The dogs are top notch! The strudel is like a delicious peace of history on a plate. Also had the beef sandwich. Was likely the best I've had outside Chicago. If you haven't gone to the original Tony Pavos on Front Street, you need to!! One of the gals said she has worked through since 1986!! I would never go to or through Toledo without stopping. Go here!! read more

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Our first time here and our waitress really took the time to explain the menu and offer suggestions. I feel like service nowadays seems to be slipping in many places so it was nice to have someone who you could tell really appreciated the history and the food and took the time to share this with us. We really enjoyed the fried pickles (with banana peppers), the hot dog was unique (but great), cole slaw, paprikas dumplings, sauerkraut, Bloody Mary, and orange tiger margarita. The only downside was the mac and cheese was dry and flavorless. read more

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Love walking around and seeing all of the signed buns!! Lunch is served cafeteria style but no change in the food!! Had the stuffed cabbage this time. Very tasty. The pickles had a hot kick to them. Bought a jar for home. read more

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Tony Packo's is a pretty decent experience for both food and history. The original location has a strange, yet impressive, wall-mounted collection of hot dog buns that have been autographed by loads of celebrities including US Presidents. The place also has a connection to the show MASH as Klinger hails from Toledo and raved about the place on several episodes. The restaurant itself is old school but has been kept in great shape. There's a nice little bar area as well. The food is pretty good but it's not the most authentic Hungarian you'll find. The service was friendly and the food arrived quickly. I think this place is worth the history over the food but I'd definitely come back for more. read more

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I think 85 years of business says something. Stopped here enroute to Detroit. Quick and easy lunch. Only part of restaurant has waiter who comes to you, the other you get in line by the kitchen. We opted for the waiter. She was fast (as was lunch) and a beer. Everything delicious! Soup had lots of thick chicken. Soup could have been a bit hotter and was still full of vegetables, chicken and small dumplings. My hot dog was tasty. The sweet spicy pickles have just the right heat. Lots available in small gift shop to include tshirts reminiscent of MASH who mentioned this restaurant several times. Celebrity signed hot dog buns line the walls. read more

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Dissapointing service. No waitresses and turned into a cafeteria style service. Overdressed perch and horrible atmosphere.

Great food and fast friendly service. Really a wonderful spot to relax and be entertained by autographed hot dog buns

Ordered 8 hot dogs to go. Only got 7. They were soggy. And when I tried to call them after it rang several times they picked up the phone and hung up. Not even saying hello. Just hung up. Called several times later no answer. read more

I was of course skeptic about this place as it is a tourist destination. Happy to find out that my concerns were unsubstantiated. One of the best dogs I had in my life! We also tried their stuffed cabbage which was amazing. Service was also very good and friendly. We browsed the walls and saw a ton of buns signed by famous people we know of. Presidents are by the front door on the right as you walk in. Hostess tried to sit us on not-so-good tables so we asked twice to be seated elsewhere. read more

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I haven't been there is a while. It was always delicious. My favorite was their version of chili Mac. They offer a fun atmosphere.

Pregame Kent State volleyball match @ Toledo lunch at Tony Packo's in Toledo. Always hear that I need to try this hot dog joint and came for the chili, Hungarian hot dog (smoked sausage link and chili) and Stuffed cabbage. Very good and happy we tried this place out before match. read more

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First impression: Come only for the hot dogs. We weren't impressed by the Chicken Paprikas or Stuffed Cabbage. The chicken paprikas tasted like campbells noodle soup with somewhat tasteless dough balls. Stuffed cabbage was also OK but the taste became monotonous with every bite. Cherry strudel was alright - the cherries tasted good but the strudel was doughy inside & noticeably not buttery. I liked the pickles - they were intensely sour, but would not recommend the side of cucumber (served in some sort of watery sauce). Overall, I would still come again but stick strictly to the hot dog. read more

Yelpers, you did what you do best - helped me find a place that would never have been on my radar before. We were driving through the area and looking for an interesting place to stop for dinner. The service was so friendly and fast, the food was delicious, and we loved the gift shop! read more

Yes the place that Klinger talks about from Mash. The manager came over and gave us more info on the Restaurant and Jamie Farr. Guess he lives nearby!! Lol. And he asked us if we would like to try a beer called crunchy hippie. So we said just a taste.. wow that was tasty! Next time we having that! We were seated in the middle which was chilly and asked to move. We in the Jamie Farr section now. Much better. Service is great! Ok now the food. I had the hotdog combo with cuke salad and dumpling soup! The soup came first and was like spätzle soup. It was so delish!! I could have quit there. But glutton for punishment... we kept eating. He had the same. Manager also gave us a sample of the fried pickles. Good but not our cup of tea. Although the pickles are fantastic!! Then I had a slice of apple strudel. Again my tastebuds are flipping out!! read more

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Going through Toledo and heard this place was famous so we tried it. Ordered online for a later pickup time but when we arrived the food had been sitting there an hour. So they made it on the spot which took like 5 mins. So we got a chicken sandwich, pierogis, spaetzle, coleslaw, soup, cabbage with tomato sauce, chicken chili, and strudel. They threw in extra strudel and a few cookies because of the mess ups. Everything was pretty good. Nothing knocked my socks off but it was all traditional home cooking euro style. read more

The hot dogs were great Mac and cheese was okay the staff was really nice 5 star staff!

I love a good cup or bowl of chili having went to Xavier in Cincinnati. I have heard of the show Mash. My family had been here previously and this was my first time and I really enjoyed it!! I picked the bowl size and it was plenty!! A very filling bowl of chili. I'm glad we stopped in. A fun little spot. A lot memorabilia around the restaurant. The menu was labeled well for vegetarian and gluten free. The staff was very quick and helpful in pointing out the gluten free labels next to respective dishes. Someone came around and asked how things were tasting. We said great and asked about the buns and where we could find any specific ones. She came back with a folder with a map and big long list of names and their profession. Actors, musicians and local TV people for the Toledo area. I can definitely see myself coming back here. Really good food and maybe I'll find even more names on fake hot dog buns!! read more

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Came here on a Saturday night during a road trip home with family. I found this place on the Diners Drive Ins and Dives website and knew it looked like a spot we couldn't miss, and boy was I right! Our waitress Stephanie was beyond helpful. She was so sweet and attentive and went out of her way to help us multiple times. We loved looking around the restaurant at all of the signed hot dogs buns and the little shop in the back had so many cute varieties of shirts and things! The food was delicious. I got the Packo's Hungarian Hot Dog w/ a side of Mac and cheese and the chicken dumpling soup. I loved the soup and the Mac and cheese, the hotdog was a bit difficult to eat but ... only because I just got a filling at the dentist and the casing made the bites a little more difficult than a normal hot dog. All in all, food, atmosphere, service 10/10. Will definitely come back if I ever pass through Toledo again! read more

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Thank you for letting me know I can order a full sausage. This alone is worth the 5th star. I am in metro Detroit but always look for a reason to stop in when in Toledo. Being shut-in during these lockdowns has a road-trip just for Packos in my future. I also cannot believe the number of typos in my original review. Stupid touchscreen phone keyboards. Autocorrect is always there to turn "driving" into "diving" but couldn't catch that other stuff? read more

This is the original location, so there's nothing like it. Logistics: - plenty of parking. There's a small parking lot behind the building, giant one to the side, and another large one across the street. Plus street parking. - right off the highway, so great if you're traveling far Getting a seat: Obviously this is popular. On a Saturday evening, the wait for a table could be 30-35 minutes. So either come prepared or - just sit at the bar! It's nice sitting at the bar, and I love to be seated immediately. If you come during other time periods, it should also be good. The food: Amazing. Obviously. I love the chili mac. Mashed potatoes are good. Dumplings are great. I enjoy the chicken. The desert options are tasty. Atmosphere: Gotta love all the signed hot dogs The gift shop is amazing! read more

Get the cabbage roll. Seriously - it was the best thing at Tony Packo's. Absolutely delicious. We'll crave more cabbage rolls. The chili was tasty. Nice spice, but not too much. The hot dog with chili was good - although I did not enjoy the tradition of serving you only 1/2 of a Hungarian hot dog cut lengthwise in half. (The tradition of a 1/2 hotdog dates back to when the chain was founded during the Great Depression - they cut the dogs in half so they could sell them for only five cents. Now that they're $3.59 each I'd like my whole hotdog please...). Service was friendly. The strudel desserts (apple or cherry) were both very nice. We'll definitely stop again next time we're near Toledo. read more

I can't be within a hour of Tony Packo's and not stop. Service excellent, food incredible , the place is just like no other with the buns on the walls. read more

Tony Packo's - Our dinner - Hot Dogs Near Me - Toledo, Ohio

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Atmosphere - excellent. Located in a historic area of Toledo. (We went to "the original location"). The restaurant is way bigger inside than it appears to be from the outside. It is a little dark and seating is crowded. We were warmly greeted when we entered and the customer friendly attentiveness continued throughout our dining experience. There is a display of celebrity and notables autographs throughout the restaurant in the form of wrapped hotdog buns (not sure what is used). There is a pretty cool, small souvenir shop with reasonably priced food, clothing and other, typical souvenir items. Service- also excellent. Our server was very attentive and pleasant. In fact she was the best part of our experience. Food - below average. There were three issues for me. I ordered a cup of, chicken dumpling soup, which had very small sized dumplings (and few of them), very little chicken and was mostly broth and vegetables. I also ordered the hot dog combo. The dog was a decent size and the bun fresh. However, the dog was buried (not even smothered) in a very strong tasting chili sauce. Consequently, I could barely taste the hot dog. It is also important to note that the dog itself is encased in a very strong casing, which is not my favorite type of hot dog. Finally, I ordered the Mac n Cheese for my side, which was dry and served lukewarm. Overall - not worth a second visit for me. This is a Mecca for hot dog lovers, of which I am one. Although I was disappointed, I am glad that I dined there and perhaps your experience may be more positive. Therefore, if you have not gone there, please do not let my review dissuade you from going there. Just be sure to go to the original restaurant, which is on Front Street on the fringe of Toledo. read more

Tony Packo's - Hot Dogs Near Me - Toledo, Ohio

I really wanted to love this place because it is "the" place to go for hot dogs. I have had friends talk about it for years and since we were close by, we had to try it. I liked the atmosphere and all the signed buns on the walls. Tables are tight and we became chummy with everyone around us because you could hear their conversation. Our server was wonderful! She had a bubbly personality and was always checking on us. She had asked if we had eaten here before and when we said it was our first time, she took the time to explain the restaurant and the menu. Unfortunately, my stars are on the food rating and not the service, because it would have been a five for service. I had a bowl of chili and an original hot dog. The chili was just too spicy for me. It was served with a bowl of oyster crackers which helped cut it, but I just didn't care for it. The hot dog came with their sauce, mustard and onions. I had no idea what to expect, but that first "snap" of the hot dog wasn't for me. Fortunately the sauce didn't taste as spicy, and maybe it was because of the mustard and onions, although there really wasn't a lot on it. I know this is a personal preference, but I don't like snappy hot dogs and spicy chili. Others around seemed to enjoy their food. It was nice to have the manager come around and check on us as well. If I had liked the food, this would certainly be a five star review. read more

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We came because it's a touristy thing to do in Toledo. It's mentioned in MASH show by Klinger and became a Toledo institution. We tried the Hungarian hotdog, stuffed cabbage and chicken paprika. Food was ok, place was interesting to see the signed hotdog buns (not real edible buns). read more

When passing through Toledo Ohio and asking yourself... 'Self, where do people go for an iconic meal in Toledo?' The answer is Packo's! Tony Packo's that is. The original location (the one I suggest btw) is located exactly where you would think that a good old restaurant would be located. Right smack in the middle of a run down neighborhood that is surrounded by industrial businesses and seemingly abandoned cargo ships. But don't let that stop you from finding this little Toledo gem. They only have a few options on their menu, but my motto has always been, 'Do a few things and do them well and people will come back.' And boy do they do them well! Hot Dogs, pirogies, fried pickles, stuffed cabbage with meat (DELICIOUS) and Paprika Chicken with Hungarian Dumplings. We ordered pickles, pirogies (which came with the cabbage) and the Paprika Chicken. Everything was good. Some things were VERY good. The cabbage is THE BOMB! I don't know what they put in it or how they make it, but it doesn't taste like cabbage. You just THINK you don't like cabbage. TRY IT. We are so glad that we veered off of our cross country road trip to discover what Toledo had to offer in the way of an interesting meal. But don't take my word for it. Take the advise of the 1000+ famous folks that have visited and loved it enough to sign their buns. You'll have to go check it out for yourself to know what I'm referring to! Do yourself a favor and go get a chili dog for lunch today. You're welcome! read more

Tony Packo's - The restaurants own brew. I have to say, we liked it! And we aren't beer drinkers. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Toledo, Ohio

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Best stuffed cabbage! If you are looking for some amazing fried pickles this is your place! I wish I took a pic of my food. It just came out so yummy and delicious my brain was in the land of yum instead of thinking about pictures lol. A tiny bit, like a Little pricy but worth it! So good. Would recommend! read more

Wonderful food - very nostalgic for fans of M*A*S*H like me. 'Wish we had one here in Columbus!

We have loved Tony Packo's for years, never disappointed. Try the chili sundae and the chicken paprikas!

Good hotdogs, love them. Service is fine for fast food. I only do takeout, but the restaurant downtown has a cozy atmosphere.

What a great Saturday afternoon spending a late lunch early dinner at one of the friendliest restaurants around. Thank you DANIELLE SPOT ON SERVICE Fantastic appetizers, great pickles and peppers, CHILI, Chicken Paprika's, HUNGARIAN HOTDOGS, OLD WORLD QUALITY!!! Every department manager was visiting tables, KIKI greeting us at the door , Jim, Frank, Rob ( kitchen , carryout) and the General Manager Kevin told our out of town family sone of the Packos history A definite stop and visit to the gift shop as well!!! read more

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