Cheese Dawgs

Is my new favorite hot dog place! Friendly customer service and awesomely creative dawgs. You won't be disappointed.

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I was told to come here by a hot dog legend. This place didn't disappoint. Food was awesome, fast and the establishment was very clean. I had the Crunchy chili cheese dawg, it was so good. The Trenton Dog was great too, it comes with porkroll . I'll definitely be back to this place time and again. Over all 5 starts More...

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This is the hot ticket!Came here with the family today. Oh my gosh the food is great. Kids had a Frito Pie. Wife had a Green Bay dog. I had a Trenton and a South Philly. All so very delicious. So here is the owner Rick's super way to make a great hot dog. He gets the rolls driven all the way from Brigentine NJ every day!!!!  Aversa's Italian Bakery makes awesome rolls and he uses them. I would travel 50 miles to eat here again!!!!! More...

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I didn't think you could really make a bad hot dog, but after stopping by here one afternoon I finally realized what it takes to make a good one. The menu is set up to have a variety of different specialty dogs, all affordably starting at $3-4, but with the option to upgrade to a footlong(basically a bit over twice as much food) for only $2 more! That's right, for $6, you can get a foot long, perfectly charred split all-beef dog with a plethora of toppings, on a toasted hoagie roll(or flat-top bun, I'm not exactly sure how he chooses the bread to go with each dog but it always turns out alright). The Pleasant Pig, Nightwalk, and Jersey are all great. Can't skimp on that perfectly crispy bacon. And you also can't leave without trying their grilled donut sandwich. You'd think it would fall apart after one bite, but the donut is bisected and toasted to firmness, and the ice cream is kept cold enough that it won't disintegrate when placed between the donut halves.So take it for what it is, a place that does simple, satisfying, topped-off hot dogs, but does so without skipping a single beat. More...

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Saw this place online and knew I had to come try it. I was honestly a bit skeptical about how good it would be, but the food quickly had me convinced. The decor and feel is classic philly, down to the eagles posters and pictures on the wall of all the people that have finished their massive hot dog challenge. Their menu is full of hot dog specials with all sorts of toppings, some grilled cheese specials, and their grilled poundcake or grilled donut ice cream sandwiches for dessert. Came where with my brother and a cousin, and between the three of us split a Jersey, Nightwalk, and a foot long Pleasant Pig. Each hot dog came out grilled to perfection, sliced down the middle and perfectly crisp outside. The nightwalk (chili, pepper hash, Fritos) had just the right ratio of toppings without spilling off the ends. The pleasant pig (pulled pork, cheese, jalapeños) was packed with meat and such a good deal at only $6. The jersey was my favorite, topped with a perfectly crisped slice of bacon and a good ratio of onions, slaw, and cheese. Everything was grilled perfectly, and at $3-4 for a regular size and $5-6 for a footlong, very affordable. The food was so good we got a footlong West Virginia (chili and coleslaw), which was just as good as the others.At $3, we had to try one of their desserts so we decided on the grilled donut sandwich; they cut a glazed donut in half, grill the sides perfectly, and sandwich it around a big scoop of vanilla ice cream. It's not fancy, but the donut is warm and crisped just right, and tastes amazing with the cool ice cream. Don't let the very unassuming location fool you, Cheese Dawgs pumps out some extremely tasty, extremely affordable comfort food. Having tried food scenes in the burbs and fancier, more expensive places in the city, I can definitely say that the hot dogs here are worth every penny and I can't to come back! More...

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We stopped in after spending the afternoon at Parx Casino. I was a little skeptical based on the overwhelmingly positive reviews (it's just hot dogs right)? But holy crap, this place is awesome.I got the Jersey which was a well grilled foot long hot dog with crispy bacon, American cheese, cole slaw and onions on a fresh roll. Absolutely delicious and a nice twist on the usual hot dog in a bun you'd get at a random fast food joint. They also have many more varieties available so I look forward to coming back again and trying some soon! More...

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This place was AWESOME. The hot dogs were fantastically cooked and the toppings were plentiful. The signature dogs are great. I tried the Chicago dog and the south philly dog(fried onions, mustard, sharp provolone) and loved both of them. I've never been to Chicago but this was probably my favorite Chicago dog I've had. Definitely check this place out. More...

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I've driven past this place numerous times over the past year and kept telling myself I wanted to try it. I read the reviews and they are all pretty good. I finally decided the other day that that was going to be the day. I ordered the Philly hotdog. My bun was toasted to perfection which always adds to a good experience with a hot dog. The hash was absolutely delicious. The place was very clean and the guy who took my order and made my hot dog was pleasant. I grabbed a menu on my way out. I will definitely stop back and try another hot dog or grilled cheese. 5 stars and two thumbs up from me. More...

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Dogs were decent. We had the Dallas, NY, NJ and Pleasant Pig. The Mac and cheese is Kraftlike, not homemade. They offer several different kinds of bagged chips but no fries or rings. They have water for $1. Service by the owner was very friendly. More...

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Great hot dogs, affordable for a quick lunch and great selection of toppings.  Cares about the customers and it shows! I will be returning when ever I get a chance!

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I had two turkey dogs with chili and cheese--they were great. Friendly service, broad selection of chips and beverages. Overall, great Dawg restaurant!

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This place has been here for 6 years and we've never been here.  I don't know why because it's amazing!  Came with my husband and we had 2 Philly dogs, a West Virginia, a Dallas and 2 Chicago's.  All so different and all so delicious.  We can't wait to come back! More...

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From the somewhat faded sign and the windows covered with flyers, the exterior appearance of Cheese Dawgs doesn't scream "5-stars on Yelp," but it totally is. As you walk in the atmosphere is very fun and friendly. You can see the owner working the grill and the register from behind the counter and pictures from wall to wall enshrining those who completed Cheese Dawg's signature eating contest. Something like a 3' Hot Dog any way you want it, served on a thick hoagie bun. The menu itself is huge. Tons of creatively named dawgs with everything from chili to Mac n cheese on top. I have to say, all the pics I've taken of my orders and seen others post on yelp can never really do it justice. The Hot Dogs are really delicious. The prices here are extremely reasonable, and the foot-Long dawgs are more than enough to fill you up for a meal. Great to be supporting a local business owner and getting some delicious grub at fair price. This place is a hidden gem of the Feasterville area! More...

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Interesting and tasty hot dogs that get a bit overhyped because of their novelty concoctions. Reasonable price points. Neophytes Yelpers love and consequently overvalue novelty. Cheese dawgs is super highly rated because the owner is trying something new with fun hot dog toppings.That said, the hotdogs we had were good, not great. The beef of the hotdog itself was acceptable, but did not shine at the exception level of döp in Copenhagen or Sweet Dogs in Miami. This is where there was a clear lacking. The dog was served on folded white and rye bread respectively, which makes no sense to me. The hot dog bun exists for a reason. Use it. The Reuben dog was basically a regular hotdog with sauerkraut, a little swiss cheese, and brown mustard. It notably lacked Corned Beef and Thousand Island dressing, both of which I consider absolutely mandatory to the recipe. With the fat of the corned beef, the dog is overly acidic and ferment-y and unpleasant in flavor. This is a microcosm of the shop it seems: novelty over culinary function. The Chili Crunch dog was good, topped with chili and corn chips. None of it blew me away, but it was good. I'd come back if I was nearby. I'd recommend the shop hire a seasoned chef to take a look at the flavor profiles of the hotdogs. I think a few small tweaks in the recipes could take this place to the next level. They've got good customer service and a clearly loyal fanbase with a solid location and good informative marketing. More...

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I should flog myself to within an inch of my own life for not noticing this "diamond in the rough" until now!  This is EXACTLY what Yelp is great for - pointing out that there is a solid 5 star hot dog joint hidden in a small little retail shop front !    If you like a great hot dog with a ton of various ways to order it, then this is your place!It is definitely not a "flashy" joint but who gives a crap?  You're going for a hot dog!!  Yeah it is lunch only - but once again, you're going for a hot dog - the perfect lunch food!  If for some reason you CAN'T find a hot dog you would want, then go for the many grilled cheese options!  If you can't find something there either, then go for a breakfast sandwich option!  If you STILL can't find something at this point you probably have issues!  I'm sure you can find a therapist nearby using this app! More...

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This place is so good for what it is. They're open 11am-4pm and have a pretty large menu. I'd like to go back and try another one but when I first stopped by, my boyfriend got in a conversation with the owner and was asking if he knew anything about "completos" (which in my opinion is the best style of hot dog - Chilean staple) and the owner knew what he was talking about! So he made me a completo with what he had available; traditionally the completo has diced tomatoes, mayo and mashed up avocado (don't judge until you try it!). The Cheese Dawgs version was a bit different but still tasty and the owner was so friendly. More...

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Not many places near NE Philadelphia where you can get a good dog. This one is legit. Very tasty dawgs, lots of toppings. The owner is nice and friendly . We ordered Carolina and Jersey. Both were outstanding. Will be coming back. More...

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This place is awesome and very reasonably priced! The owner gave me the run down on where he got the concept from and it's genius. He has come up with some creative hotdog creations, as well as other foods but I only tried the hotdogs. One thing, save room for dessert. He suggested the grilled donut with ice cream in it and it was so good. I'll definitely come back here when I'm in the area. More...

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Great dogs toppings and rolls. Good prices. Only criticism is they should have fries/onion rings or more sides on menu. Son loved it. Will absolutely be back.

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I think it's time for me to get real about my love of a good 'dog.' It's one of those guilty pleasures that I never felt needed to be discussed. .. until now. Don't be fooled by its' unassuming drippy-cheese logo, Cheese Dawgs is the NE Philly authority on a good 'dog.' Their menu is enormous, everything is prepared on the spot, and they offer a variety of hotdogs (including kosher!). The buns are fresh and their soda/chip selection does not disappoint. The owner was incredibly helpful in making our hotdog selections and was happy to chat with us about the menu. Turn a blind eye to the outdated table/chair situation and you are in for a real treat! Beware of their short business hours and look forward to the enormous portion size. Take the word of a low-key hotdog enthusiast and make your way over to Cheese Dawgs next time you're in the area! More...

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Stopped in to get a hot dog. What we found was a small business with the owner behind the counter. we got two hot dogs, soup and some other stuff. They were the best hot dogs we have had in a very long time. The owner was quite friendly and took time to talk to us about how he started the business, etc. More...

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The kosher hot dogs,  with toppings, was a home run.Great place. Great choices.I keep light kosher,  so no pork, no non kosher meat. Slight upcharge. Very accommodating owner   Delicious.  I'll be back.I ordered a Chicago dog. From sport pepper to neon green relish.  Very authentic.  I know my hot dogs.This one was spot on. All done right. More...

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Let me preface by saying I read all the reviews and the lower stared ones seemed to be expecting fireworks from a Hot Dog. ..  NOPE.  This guy who owns his shop, personally works behind the counter and pays attention to the person he is serving!  He EARNS his 5 stars by smiling, being friendly  cooking each dog to order.  YES it is kraft mac and cheese - YES it is grilled cheese on traditional white bread with campbells tomato soup  BUT it is done well, not overpriced and you feel at HOME!  You are made to feel welcome here and no matter how many people come through that door, he can handle it.  Remembering each order, bringing it to your table, making sure you had your fill... ALL without pressure.  Do one thing and do it right.  HOT DOGS  nothing special, nothing fancy but topped with anything you can imagine.  FRESH, JUICY,TASTY and served with a warm smile.  Kudos to you sir; poo poo on the lower stars expecting something other than a hot dog you are a reminder of what an establishment should be. It is NOT a chain, it is NOT a franchise, it is a MOM&POP.  Representing a shop owner who cares about his business so much so that he personally runs it himself, puts his blood sweat and tears into the place and serves his product personally to his public with a smile More...

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Stopped by with my daughter i had a great footlong Trenton hotdog. Porkroll wrapped around hotdog on a great roll. Daughter had roastbeef melt both were excellent. The owner is extremely  friendly and takes pride in his food. A couple of regulars were in there joking with us and recommending things. Such as the grlled ice cream on glazed donut. Yeah we were in for that. Great lunch will be back real soon. More...

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OK FOLKS----Make this review a FIVE STAR review.  Cheese Dogs picked up and now sells a Kosher Hog dog (in my opinion---the best) Great meats, great spices and delicious. I finally had one today. A Chicago style hot dog! A slight upcharge for the Kosher dog---but worth it---and imho, much better than a veggie dog!All the ingredients were there....sport pepper, tomato slices, chopped vegetables. celery salt, home-made neon green relish...all on a New England style roll.  Outstanding!Some of the combos won't work---they would either mix milk/cheese and meat, or contain pork (baked beansor non-kosher meat (e.g. chili con carne) Mac and cheese is also a problem.But, with the above limitations---this dog is a HOME RUN. Add to that a Hank's Diet Root Beer, and we are cruising at super sonic speeds.THANKS, CHEESE DOGS---you delivered a great product!! More...

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In the midst of a serious hotdog craving, it was clear that there was only one place to head. I've driven past this place hundreds of times and have made a mental note to stop by and grab some of their signature eats, grilled cheese and hot dogs--what could be better than that? !Of course, I never got around to trying it until a few days ago when my family stopped by and picked up a plethora of dogs. Upon first glance, this spot was really pretty dive-ey. With minimal decoration apart from dozens of photos on the wall of people who have successfully conquered the monster dog challenge. But after a quick chat with the owner (who is an incredibly nice guy) and a glance at the menu, it was clear that this place is something special. It was, honestly, really difficult to choose which dogs to go with. I ended up settling on the Philly dog (which included some of the best pepper hash I've ever tried) and the Trenton dog, which was wrapped in pork roll and American cheese . No matter what you're in the mood for, this place almost certainly has something for you...I'll definitely be back! More...

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Best hot dogs around. Owner takes pride in the place. Menu continues to expand. I always go for (at least) one hot dog and a grilled cheese.

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I can see why this place gets 5 stars. I mean check out that menu. They throw everything on those dogs. (corn chips,mac and cheese,peppers etc)I have to say, I wasn't expecting the place to look as nice as it does on the inside (flat screen tv,coffee bar,sports memorabilia) judging from the outside. It definitely threw me off that's for sure. The man behind the counter is a one man show. He took our order (party of 6) and got right to work on the grill. More customers came in and again he took their order and got right back at it. Pretty impressive. He served about 16 people all within about a 15 minute time frame. That's hard work right there. You have to Respect that. The hotdogs were as good as a hotdog can be. I'd Compare them to Nathan's or Dietz and Watson. Good enough in my book.Bottom line: if you love hotdogs, you'll really love this place.I'll stop back in again if the mood strikes. More...

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I drive by it all the time and finally gave it a shot. Absolutely wonderful place. Small hole in the wall joint. Large selection of hot dogs and grilled cheese sandwiches that are very affordable. Excellent service. The owner was super friendly and pleasant. Very laid back spot that is unassuming. Felt right at home. Had a few different hot dogs. All were delicious. They use toasted New England style buns which is so much better than your typical hot dog bun. Will definitely come back again. More...

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Finally got here and I will tell you that I was extremely happy I did!  I ordered the Jersey and the Chicago.  Both were outstanding.  I saw many more varieties go by as I ate and all looked fabulous.  The owner was over the top in friendliness and attentiveness.  I am defiantly coming back to try some other styles! More...

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On my great American hot dog search this place came up on yelp as a must see in Buck's County. it didn't disappoint. We had the  footlongs. One w/mustard and raw onions (i'm a purist) the other an "Arizona Dawg." The hot dog was quality as was the roll.  No potato bread rolls here, the bread is straight from a NJ Italian bakery, Aversa's. The owner is friendly and we had a nice chat about some  the famous Jersey top dogs (Jimmy Buffs, Destination Dogs, Rutt's Hut). Got to see someone take the "beast" challenge while we were there. A 2 ft. long hot dog that must be eaten in less than 10 minutes! if you succeed you get a t-shirt and your name on the wall of fame. Don't think I'll consider that but I will be back to enjoy the good food and friendly atmosphere. More...

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Great dogs prepared by a great owner. Always delicious options and daily specials. One day we'll come and complete The Beast Challenge! Limited hours but not limited options. Try the chocolate bacon as a treat! More...

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The previous reviews were spot on! This place is awesome. Food is great! Service was fantastic!Highly recommended

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I gave this place a shot based purely what I saw on Yelp, and who doesn't love a nice dog! I was very impressed with my dog! I ordered the chili crunch footlong dog and what a great choice! Best thing I noticed was the quality of the dog! It was great! Good flavors cooked to perfection! The chili was great! Fritos are Fritos .. But they added the perfect touch! The bun nice soft in the middle and nicely toasted. I figured I had to try the grilled ice cream! My gosh! It was a glazed donut cut in half and grilled with ice cream in the middle! Heavenly! So soft and warm and good vanilla ice cream in the middle! Absolutely will be back whenever I am in the mood for a dog! I am going to absolutely do the Beast challenge! More...

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A personality behind the food - this guy exudes pride in his establishment and makes Cheese Dawgs the place for your hot dog craving!  Quality food, reasonable pricing in this family operated business. FRESH flavorful hot dog creations ranging from simple to extreme - an assortment of grilled cheeses to delight as well.  SAVE ROOM for desert because the dog master has grilled ice cream on menu as well! Take the family and support local everyday merchants! Two thumbs up! More...

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A diamond in the rough. Many options to add to your hot dog. Great soups. For a quick bite you can't top this place. The owner is very personable and his service is outstanding. The only negative is you could miss his place with some fast moving traffic on Bustleton Pike. If you take the time to find his place, you will definitely be a repeat customer. More...

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Even if you're not in the mood for a hot dog, try it out and you'll be very happy. The owner is very friendly and there's a huge variety of different hot dog flavor combos that will fancy your taste buds. There's also a hot dog challenge so if you want your picture on the wall, prepare yourself. I'm actually going to try to out soon so I'll keep an update about that soon! Tell him Esther sent you! More...

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Great place! Stopped in while driving through the area, and was impressed by the selection. I finally settled on the Northeastern--a dog with ketchup, beans, mac and cheese, and kraut, and it was delicious. Nice grilled bun, and everything was fresh. Only problem was, it soaked through the bun and fell apart. Definitely a "fork" dog if you're not careful. But well worth checking out. I can't wait until my next trip to the area... More...

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Stopped in today for a quick lunch. Wow this is a good place to get a decent hot dog.I went in today after reading some yelp reviews. This place can be somewhat overwhelming. They have a wide variety of different dogs. The owner was very nice and friendly. The ship was clean and organized. I ordered 3 hots dogs. Ordered and original with yellow mustard, it was outstanding! Perfectly toasted bun and a quality dog. Ordered a Chicago dog, top notch! He even had the neon green relish. The buns were toasted like a lobster roll. I did splurge a bit and ordered his foot long pig dog. It was very very good. It consisted of a quality dog, pulled pork, bacon, cheese and jalapeño. My only complaint would be the roll. While it was very fresh, it wasn't toasted. I enjoy that toasted roll. I also wish he carried fries. I always enjoy fries with hot dogs. Great place!Overall the place was very good, I'll be back. Solid 5 stars. More...

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Perfect hotdogs here. Had the breakfast foot long, buffalo chicken grilled cheese and another kind of grilled cheese that had Swiss cheese, ham , pickles on rye bread. Everything was delicious. They had grape soda which is glorious. I'm a fan and we'll definitely be back. More...

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Great dogs for a great price. Lots of styles to choose from. My personal favorites are the Chicago Dawg, and Philly. Great customer service and very friendly owner.

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Great Hot Dogs from a super nice guy. Rick the owner has a great philosophy in that do only a few items and do them we'll. Hot dogs. Grilled cheese. A few sides. That's all but all is great. More...

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Easily the best hot dog place in the area, if not the entire city. Great choices available at a great price.

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Very unique little small business with a cool take on the hot dog. Go in and try them all and support small business. Owner is very nice. Plenty of space to eat in.

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Best hot dogs in the area...the guy that runs it is super nice,he makes u feel like you're at home and he is a genius when it comes to concocting delicious food. .I'm not sure if it's mentioned but he allows byob....what goes better with a hot dog than a nice cold beer...if u still have room PLEASE try the cherry bomb.. Wish there was another location in philly somewhere,this place deserves to BLOW UP! Def my favorite Chicago dog,he has the neon green relish and the celery salt .mmmmmm! More...

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