Old Fashion Hot Dogs

Been going here since childhood, always on a Sunday after my father went to pioneer savings and loan to deposit checks. He would also bring an entire tray home of them from time to time.
Its got that classic grimy hole in the wall effect, like you may not make it out alive during later hours, but its what we all love when going to «THE HOT DOG INN».
I personally stopped eating hot-​dogs on a regular basis to try to be a bit healthier, but this place has great chilli dogs no doubt, and would always get a chocolate milk when sitting at the counter with the pops.
Never saw what steve’s lunch had on these guys, personally always thought this was better.
I feel my vote was generous, and I want to give a 5+ star due to nostalgia, but we are talking hot-​dogs here, and I don’t think I can vote «wooho! As good as it gets!»

Ever since Steves Lunch went kaput I had to find another source for my chili dog fix. Been here more in last 2 months than I have in the last 10 years. Good people and good dogs. Cheap and will give you some base after ya start drinking beers at Platform across the street at 10am. Always good people watching and the owner dude will have ya in-​and-​out faster than the chili will leave your colon…

I’d take this place over Happy Dog any day. I walked in hella late, about 15 minutes before their closing time and they were incredibly friendly and still down to serve me hot dogs. Did the $ 5 deal. They weren’t what I was expecting — the dogs themselves are small and I easily put down three of ‘em and was wanting three more. Coming from Texas, the chili was unlike any I had ever had before and was somewhat watery but still a nice consistency and with incredible flavor. The décor rules. One of those places that looks like they never updated it which is a fantastic thing for a restaurant with such a simple food and menu. It felt home-​y. Happy Dog is cool, but this trumps it by far for it’s simplicity, vibe, and flavor that hasn’t changed in 80 years.

Really really sweet owner, especially considering we stopped in at 2:30AM when they had essentially closed shop. I thought though, since their closing time is 3AM, that they would still have delicious hot dog making supplies on hand. They did not! Regardless, they supplied us with what they could. Ended up with many orders of fries and a few hot dog orders with a number of topping combinations including chili, cheese, relish, onion, mustard/​ketchup/​mayo. The actual size of the wiener was pretty skinny. Plus, perhaps most important to note, the chili for the hot dog had flavors reminding me of Skyline Chili. So if you don’t like that Cincinnati style chili, don’t order that on your dog.
This place is the epitome of hole-​in-​the-​wall, and I loved it. You walked through the door into the only seating available: bar. You can watch them assemble your hot dog right in front of you! I’m shocked that more people don’t come closer to their closing time. But really… Maybe they should have all their ingredients in stock still if they are going to be open so late. I semi-​enjoyed my hot dog and I will be back, but I can really only give 3 stars since I didn’t experience their full flavor potential. Definitely can see this place turning into a 4 or 5 star though.

Out for a quick lunch and found this place. Man was it a good choice! Had 4 of their special chili dogs.

Great place with great hot dogs and fries. This is definitely an old fashion place and has that feel. The workers are nice and you get your hot dog right away. Just bar stool seating with one two chair table in the back. The fries are similar McDonalds and are freshly made. The chili may not be for everyone but I would say most people like it.

Service was confused. Place is the epitome of hole in the wall, desperately needing some tlc. Staff was friendly. Quality of hot dogitself was ok… Small, not great, not bad. Didn’t taste like 100% beef.
Chili had a cinnamon flavor, was reasonable, but a bit gritty and lacking richness. The price is the main feature, but if you can wait until after 4:30, I’d go to happy dogs instead.

I will drive 30 minutes to eat their hot dogs (plural) with chili and homemade coleslaw. I don’t even like coleslaw, but this stuff is heavenly. A no-​frills, tiny diner that is clean and the food is cheap! If you want fancy/​outrageous toppings head to Happy Dog. If you want friendly service and simple, delicious dogs, this place can’t be beat.

Been going here since I was a kid. Love this place! Always get two chili cheese dogs and chili cheese fries. And the grilled cheese with bacon and egg is also great. Little diner not too fancy but the food is delish so it doesn’t matter. Come try them out!

This was everything I could have asked for on a late Wednesday night… and Thursday night! I’m not from the area but a native suggested we stumble down to the hotdog spot on the corner. Great decision. I had two chili, slaw, onion, and stadium mustard and one kraut dog with onions and stadium mustard. The slaw is a perfect creamy consistency and the chili has a bit more liquid but you eat everything so fast that the bun is a non issue. Hands down the stadium mustard takes everything to the next level. I’m excited to go back and try a double bacon grilled cheese!!! And maybe a chili, kraut, onion, slaw, and stadium mustard dog. I believe I paid around $ 3 for the loaded dogs. Service was great, timely and prepared basically in front of you. My suggestion… go nuts, you will come out with a full belly and a pocket full of cash. And I’m not 100% but it may be cash only. Hope someone can advise.

This was always my favorite hot dog place in Ohio City when I lived there. Its quiet, fast, clean and has won awards for their chili. They used to be open late until all the newbs decided Steve’s was the hot spot.

Our grandfather Kenny Will came to this same spot since before WWII. It’s a neighborhood staple that we enjoyed visiting when we visited from Seattle. It was some of our best memories with Gramp. Chili dogs and the works… I could eat at least three of them plus a bowl of chili in one sitting. Wash it down with a Coke, and you’re satisfied. It’s definitely a dive, and a bit sketchy, but it’s awesome for townies and out-​of-​towners alike.

My favorite style of old school hot dog joints. Had the chili dog with mustard and onions. The chili sauce was a little bland and the dog was small for the roll but the service and the atmosphere made this place. Hats off to place like this that’s open late. Thanks for the great meal.

Reminds me of the old Genies Wienies back in Detroit near Hamtramck, MI. Chili is almost the same. Old school whole in the wall diner with great, hot grub, great coffee, chili, friendly service. Loraine Ave near west 41^st street. Been in business nearly 100 years, formerly Hot Dog Inn until about 1976. You’ll love this place!

Tasty little hotdog dive! Cheap and delicious! Got the chilli cheese with slaw and chilli cheese dog. Very filling. Fast service. Cash only.

Wow this joint lives up to the hype and all the good word of mouth. Good old fashioned –deluxe, with homemade slaw!- hotdog, and real, I mean REAL good fries.
$ 3 for the dog and $ 1.75 for fries. As others have noted, no frills feed that is incredible value, and I’m glad we went here on our first visit to Cleveland. I wish we could have tried their brekky as well, but next time!

I took a road trip from the east coast to the west coast and came across this spot so i went in for some chili, I wasn’t disappointed :)

Old Fashion Hot Dogs is comfort food for me. This place hits the spot after a night out at W. 25^th. It’s a no frills, whatever diner, but it always come through like a good friend.
Best Advice: Order the chili dogs and drive home safe.

Been visiting this location for 20+ years (mind you I’m only 26 as I write this!), and it has been amazing every single time!
Their chili dogs are hands down the BEST I’ve ever had (the only chili I’ve ever had that came close was Blue Ash Chili down in Cincinnati), the staff is great, and you really just can’t beat a great hole-​in-​the-​wall location for a midnight chili dog!

I really enjoyed this place, but for the fourth star to sneak in, I’ll have to try something other than a chili dog.
My chili dog was great with a little bit of Frank’s hot sauce – we tried to the chili cheese fries after being coaxed by a customer at the other end of the counter. Definitely a good suggestion! Delicious! I love hot dogs and there’s really no way to screw them up for me. I can’t wait to come back and try one with kraut.
As far as the atmosphere goes, I was surprised to walk into such a tiny little place and immediately thrilled with the unique environment. The staff is sooo friendly and welcoming.
Remember to bring your cash! This joint isn’t messing around with plastic!