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    Wein-O-Rama

    3.9 (121 reviews)
    InexpensiveHot Dogs, Diners
    Closed 6:30 am - 3:30 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Kevin P.

    First trip back since the new owners and it was hopping. I ordered 2 all the way, small FF, and a coke. All in all decent service, although no one checked if I was enjoying everything. It's not a bargain anymore, that's for certain. Came to over $15 before tip. Biggest rip off is a medium coke for $3.50 (come on guys). Overall I enjoyed the food. Might come back but they could really improve overall service and beverage pricing.

    Tim C.

    Last stop on day three of the RI Food Fights was another classic location, Wein-O-Rama, which was notoriously closed and then reopened by some local business people to great acclaim. That plays out in the busy parking lot and lots of people running in and out all day long. Unfortunately for us, the legendary status doesn't live up on the product. There was an off-putting spice in the sauce, infant identify it: it tastes like cinnamon or nutmeg, but Is probably allspice. In any event, it doesn't make the product better. The quality of the bun and weiner are quite good. Everything is on there in good ratios. But the taste is so weird and out of place it ruined it for me. It's good that this was the 3rd stop of the day, because if I came out of nostalgia for three all the way, I wouldn't have gone past the first one. Disappointed, but happy for the businessmen who kept it alive and for the people who clearly enjoy it.

    2 all the way
    Arthur S.

    Grabbed two all the way to go at the little side take out window. Very good wieners, meat sauce is excellent, onions were fantastic, and the Dijon mustard gave it great flavor. Although the wiener isn't cut off the rope and didn't make it end to end on the bun, it was amazing!

    Still putting on the grill - 30 mins until close
    Jenita M.

    I've been looking to try a local dog with "meat sauce", mustard, onion, and CELERY SALT. Del's lemonade was close so I check out hot dogs and this restaurant was right down the road with great ratings. Nice cashier took my order and bagged it. The hot dog was so good and now what a different celery salt makes. I will add this to my Carolina style dog which has the same ingredients without celery salt. The fries were cooked to order and they stayed hot! Restaurant had 50s style diner theme but very clean. Overheard someone ordering scrambled eggs at 3pm! So you can order whatever you want at any time!

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    Claudia Z.

    If you grew up in Rhode Island, you know Wein-O-Rama. This place is a true Cranston institution & home to some of the best hot wieners you'll ever have. After being closed for a bit, I was excited to see the doors open again. The second you walk in, it hits you: that comforting smell of grilled onions, spiced meat sauce & nostalgia. The decor is classic, old-school diner vibes with counter stools & no-frills tables. It's the kind of place where locals gather, orders are shouted with confidence & everything feels like home. I started with a cup of New England chowdah. There's no fancy garnish, no pretension & it tastes of the sea. I got 3 "all the way" (mustard, meat sauce, onions & celery salt). The wieners were snappy & juicy, the sauce was savory with a kick of spice & the bite of the fresh onions makes them irresistible. There was a long line for the take-out window & an almost equally long line for getting a seat inside. There seemed to be a little confusion on seating people but I'm sure it will work itself out soon. Service was friendly & efficient. Bottom line: Wein-O-Rama is back & better than ever. If you're a local, you know the deal. If you're visiting, this should be at the top of your list for a truly Rhode Island experience.

    2 Wieners, All the way. With a side of fries and a coke. Can't get more American than that!
    David R.

    Very nice job cleaning the old place up. Looks brand new! The new uniform looks great on your new crew! Server was friendly and I got my 2-all-the-way pretty fast. They were as good as ever! Nice job new owners!

    Ronnie T.

    Fast friendly service. Delicious weiners & fries. elite Diet Coke. Very clean! wonderful & nostalgic experience Weinorama = Cranston, RI

    Onion rings
    Mike D.

    Good traditional hot weiner. Onion rings were cooked well. Will not be disappointed. Service was good and fast. Very busy place, the staff runs it very well. Milkshake was pretty good as well.

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    CeCe M.

    Gotta love RI hot wieners! This place is a staple when we go to visit the fam. It's a diner, so the atmosphere is relaxed. The service is friendly, and they treat you like family. The fries were a little oily, but still good. If you're here for a hot wiener, order them all the way! And, if you're like my dad, have a Tums handy lol

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    I love their hot weiners so I decided to try their breakfast. I ordered their Avocado toast which was described to have "smashed avocado" on it. I'm pretty sure I got an avocado spread and barely any of it. I can't believe this was $11! Dunkin Donuts has a better avocado toast than this and for less. Very disappointed. If you're not going to do it right don't put it on your menu.

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    Delicious food at a great price! Amazing service! The updated booths and tile are beautiful, while maintaining the classic feel.

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    Old style setting with down home food. Weiners are excellent. Prices are reasonable. Atmosphere is diner style.

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    Just visited last week and as always everything yon point as you expect, wishing George well as he has a medical issue that will be upcoming

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    I use to pay 25 cents a wiener ( they really not good for you especially when you get 2 wieners plus a coke for close to $20.00????

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    Best wieners! Delicious hamburgers! Unrivaled french fries. Wonderful wait staff. My favorite RI Weinerman restaurant!

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    Best breakfast deal anywhere. Weiner's best in town. Very friendly service need to be open later

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