They are definitely an affordable dog, especially in a place like New York where the prices are…read morehigh everywhere. These are friendly folks that serve up a tasty frankfurter. There are a list of free toppings and some toppings cost. The signs are very straightforward. This is not a sit down place. There's a place to stand and eat but that's about it. It would have been more pleasant but there was a person asking for handouts around one of the exits. Not a place to park.. so walk there. Work up your appetite. Yum.

Long ago, when I was a fresh-faced ad agency intern, I spent a summer in a dorm room at NYU. With…read moreno interest in cooking, I remember becoming a semi-regular at the Gray's Papaya located at 6th Ave and 8th St and always ordering the Recession Special: two dogs loaded with onions and a papaya drink. It wasn't the best quality frankfurter, but somehow it worked with my indiscriminate palette. Flash forward a century or so, and this is the only Gray's Papaya left in the city. Since I'm a survivor, I thought it only appropriate to take Jamie to the original flagship location and order what else but the Recession Special. Sure enough, they still offer it for $7.50. It was $1.95 when I was a child, but it's still a good deal consisting of 2 Hot Dogs (Photo 10) and a Medium Papaya Drink (Photo 9). The franks were the same as I recall, nothing special but if you add onions and pay an extra 75 cents for the chili, it just works. The papaya drink is not a fruit juice but a puree mixed with sugar and milk. It actually complements the dog in a guilty pleasure kind of way. There was a line but it moved fast. Plenty of room at the red mini-counter, so I was able to relive my youthful dining dalliance with little effort. FOOD / DRINK - 4 stars...forgive me for I have sinned AMBIANCE - 3 stars...looks the same as it did in the last century SERVICE - 4 stars...they're quick and not rude...decide what you want before you order TOTAL - 4 stars...hope it survives RELATED - Hungry in NYC? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/NKwFRfdezS

The hot dogs were delicious! The topping options were extensive and yummy, and I liked the fact…read morethat they offered classic toppings for free (you never know what you'll get upcharged on in NYC.) They have premium toppings for an additional charge, which is fair. Unlike other reviews, the buns we got were toasted and tasted fresh. The hot dogs themselves were cooked well and quite delicious. The drinks were fine but REALLY sweet, and it was tough to tell what the drinks even were. When I asked for clarification on what drink options they had, I wasn't met with a response and the cashier just looked confused. I went with the banana one which was pretty good. We also felt rushed through the line which I didn't love, but I know they have to keep things moving. Overall, it's a great value for what you get. I'd say if their menu options were more clear then it would be 5 stars.

My first time at this new location. I ordered a Classic, just their regular dog. At $5, I…read morewouldn't exactly call it budget friendly--they really want you to get one of the combos. It was just okay--the weiner still had that snap but the bun was kinda dry, not soft and moist like before. Okay for a quick snack but does it tell you something that I was the only customer in the place at lunchtime?

The service here was okay. This cart is located right in front of the MET museum. There was little…read moreto no wait when I was there. Regular hot dog was around $4. The hotdog itself was decent, but nothing mind-blowing. The toppings that went with it were a good combination. Not the best hot dog I have tried, but I would try it for the one time.

New York Hot Dogs are my favorite! I like hot dogs in Central Park, at Baseball Games, and from…read moresidewalk street vendors. I don't fix hot dogs at home because they just don't taste the same. I'm recommending!

My friend and I stumbled in here after a long day of galavanting across Harlem and it was a fun…read moretime. The drag queens were super entertaining and fun. Drinks were flowing and reasonably priced. We even got food at the end of the night - the chopped cheese nachos were amazing and the chicken nuggets taste exactly like McDonalds without the side of genocide. Staff was super friendly and on top of things. I will definitely visit again when I'm in this part of town!!

What a great spot in Harlem. Stopped by here with my sister on a Sunday afternoon for some lunch…read moreand drinks. The Garlic Truffle waffle fries were incredible. Nice and crunchy but still soft inside. Lots of vegetarian friendly options for my sister. Bartenders were very friendly.

Where else can you find disco balls and silk flowers in each window, your order written on the flip…read moreside of a paper plate then served on that plate, amble amount of outside picnic tables, a cozy fire place, tons of sports memorabilia, more silk flowers, beer and the most awesome hot dogs? No where Did I say they have silk flowers?

Nice spot. 1) Their…read morechili dogs are great. 2) Their chili burger is amazing. I liked it the best. 3) Their chili fries are good. 4) Big downside, they are cash only.

Very good hotdogs and sausage. Billy is a very nice guy. Must try in New York City!!!read more

Can't leave NY without having a hot dog and Billy's Hot Dogs has been well loved. With so many rave…read morereviews, we couldn't pass this up on our way back from walking over 6 miles at Central Park. He was easy to locate on a corner outside the park. The menu is simple- hot dogs, sausage dogs, chips, and drinks. Pricing is very reasonable ! Cash only. Got mine piled with mustard and relish- it was delicious, juicy, plump, and didn't taste like cheap processed meat. And he even gave us a super deal for 2 dogs and 2 sodas! Gobbled them up on a nice shaded bench at Central Park across the street : ) The perfect snack!

The best local owned burger & hotdog stand in Harlem. Mo's Burgers. Where else can you get a…read morecheeseburger for $2 bucks?! Nobody except Mo's! Cheeseburger Small - $2.00 Cheeseburger Large - $3.75 Hamburger Small - $1.75 Hamburger Large - $3.50 Hot Dog - $1.50 Hot Sausage - $2.25 Small Drinks 16oz Lemonade or Fruit Punch - $1.00 Large Drinks 32oz - $2.00 Bottle Water - $1.00

RUDE, DISGUSTING, & MISERABLE. Me & my 2 friends were ordering our food & he was being rude for…read moreliterally no reason. Complained about us "not knowing how much we're gonna pay" ??? And we ordered a hotdog, lemonade, & the fruit punch, THE DRINKS WE'RE TERRIBLE LIKE DAMN TAP WATER. The hotdog bread was dry, the only edible thing was the actual sausage. Do not waste your money NOR time here.

If you're a hotdog enthusiast, you'll probably enjoy this unique hotdog stand…read more Located on the sidewalk in front of The Mark Hotel, one of the fanciest hotels in the city, this cute cart is Chef Jean George's take on a city hotdog but gourmet at a $6 price tag. Which to be honest is a little more expensive than the average city hotdog but you get to pick some unique toppings like kimchi, cucumber and chipotle mayo. The menu is limited with only two options, chicken or grass fed beef hotdog. I decided to go for the beef hotdog with everything! Bun gets toasted and warm. From a presentation stand point, the hotdogs looked beautifully ensamble. I must say it was one of the most unique hotdogs that I have ever tried, in a good way. Somehow all the toppings paired perfectly together. It was delicious and flavorful. You can definitely taste that is a high quality meat. I truly enjoyed it!

As I ventured into an old stomping ground for some non-food business, I realized just how…read moreinfrequently I get into this neighborhood anymore. The Upper East Side continues to be full of activity, but there's not really much reason for me to venture into the land of the $65 a pound lobster salad (yes, for real, although I won't name and shame feel free to guess where I'm talking about). Nonetheless, there are occasions where you simply have to be somewhere and then want to grab something delicious. Even better if the place where you do just that still feels like a bit of a secret... So, The Mark hotel has a Jean-Georges restaurant in it, but this review isn't about that place. It's about the little cart that sits on the sidewalk just outside, and it's worth the trip. Yes you have to eat while standing on the sidewalk. I suppose that you could go down the block and find somewhere in Central Park...but you're a real New Yorker and the sidewalk is more than good enough. As well, there is no way that you're going to make it more than steps away before digging in to this snappy, perfectly balanced dog. The man serving is a delight, which I see others have mentioned, and they take cash (or cards / tap inside the restaurant). However the star of the show is the meat stick with the natural casing. You can pick your toppings, but I recommend getting everything - crisp pickle slices, sauerkraut, and kimchi. Yes, kimchi. Who knew that was what a New York dog was missing. Throw on mustard and chipotle mayo and you're good to go. The fact that each was $6 was also a point of discussion. My take is that it is well worth the price, and although I'd have a tough time imagining the scenario that would demand it, in theory you can get a dirty water dog on 5th Ave for about the same price. If you think of it that way, these hot dogs are a bargain. Enjoy!