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From Jen's review
Jul 13, 2018
I honestly didn't even know I was hoggish until I spotted Hungry Hank's hot dog hang-out! But with a bright red truck, a beautiful view of the Niagara River, and "Now Open" signs flapping in the wind, who could resist? Not I! There was a small crowd gathered around the order windows, and I took that as a good omen. Hank himself greeted me and made me feel like a regular right off the bat! I paid with my debit card, and took notice that when he returned my card to me, he called me "Jen." I liked that. First-name basis on visit number one. After placing my order and paying, Hank handed me a beeper so he could let me know when my food was ready. There was plenty of seating on the deck overlooking the Niagara River. Every view is waterfront and the weather was perfect for a day on the water. Or for a day eating beside the water. Something else I noticed: no dadgum flying rats (seagulls) to beg for food and squawk at you. I'm not sure if Hank had them tied up in a barn somewhere, but I didn't see even one! It didn't take long for my beeper to go off, so I was soon able to stuff my face with a Hungry Hank's hot dog and some large fries I split with a friend. I've been sick for several days and taking meds, so I admit food doesn't taste quite the same to me as usual. But I remarked that my hot dog didn't really have much taste to it, and my friend (who is completely healthy) agreed. This wasn't **bad** food, but it wasn't what my mouth was drooling about before I took my first bite. It was definitely not a Sahlen's or a Zweigle's dog. And the bread was kind of lackluster. [When I was in college, a friend once said something about hot dogs that I've never forgotten: "The bun makes the dog." (Also, "the bun makes the burger.") There's a lot of truth in that. It's why I always prefer Burger King to McDonald's if you twist my arm and make me pick the better of the two cheeseburgers. BK offers the sesame seed bun. (Although, McDonald's will serve it that way too, if you ask.)] I honestly loved Hank and his sweet wife so much, though, that I am willing to go back for another try. And I did like the French fries. They're a nice cut, cooked to perfection, and you can taste the potato. It's also a great serving size! Scenery: A+ Menu: A+ Prices: A Customer Service: A+ Hot Dog: C (Average) So if your only objective is to get a hot dog you're in love with, you may choose something else. But if you are willing to take into account all these other great pieces to this big puzzle, I think you'll find it's worth a stop to see Hank & his food truck. (And really? The burger and chicken and other options may be AWESOME!) Ask him where he hides the seagulls! I'm really curious! I'll update my review after I've had a chance to try the food when I'm not under the influence of prescription medication. read more

