Dharma Dogs

The current menu board as of ⁶⁄₁₉.
Get everything.
I will forever miss your amazing dogs :)

I can’t comment on their other food, but the donuts are totally worth the calorie bombs.
Fried to perfection and glazed to… more perfection? I couldn’t eat a whole one because it was just that good. Not even kidding. Would be perfect for a late-​night «omg I’m so drunk!» snack. I bet I could finish two under those circumstances.

Their donuts are delicious! A lovely warm sensation in my mouth.

As of tonight I am ecstatic to say that Dharma Dogs is back! :] They’ve returned to the original location by the Jack in the Box on University. They are cash only, however conveniently across the street from a Bank of America!
They’re open 7−2am Friday & Saturday.
Go for a baja dog. or whatever you feel like. The dogs all have that perfect grilled crisp to the casing and the toppings & sauces orchestrate a beautiful balance without being too overpowering. They have fries too. Who doesn’t love garlic parm fries with actual minced garlic? And they hand cut the fries with a press for each order!
I also tried a round of the doughnuts. Not your traditional, more reminiscent of funnel cakes. I found the OG glaze to be my favorite!
Stop by if you’re heading back through hillcrest on a weekend!

I love the imaginative flavor combinations. I would have never thought that cream cheese and sriracha sauce would taste great together on a hot dog… The donuts are ridiculously good too.
The only problem is that the place is never open when I’m craving it. :)

this place is now closed.

Great customer satisfaction.
The owner hooked up my brother and i with some fries. We were a a dollar or two short but he was understanding!
Great job!

Small, cheap, and delicious. At least 2 out of 3 are true. They are small and delicious but are priced at close to $ 4 bucks.
The hot dogs are very yummy, but they are not $ 4 yummy. Econ fans… here’s the min break down:
3 stars = current price
4 stars = $ 2.65
5 stars = $ 2.05
Don’t get me wrong, these are really tasty hot dogs. This isn’t Taco Bell, where even 1 cent tacos can’t even reach 3 stars. These hot dogs are 5 star-​able, but just not at their current price.

I have given my Unilocal review virginity to this place, Dharma Dogs. I was debating what to eat at 10:30 at night, because i was tired of late night Mexican food. I came across this searching ‘late night’, and first thought of it as weird to have a food truck that serves hot dogs.
Boy, was this an unforgettable night. I went with my boyfriend and he got the Baja, and I got the 206. We also ordered the garlic and parsely fries with aoili dip and an original glazed donut. WOW, my tastebuds were seriously in heaven. The guy there is also really chill and nice, easy to strike a conversation with. He accidently gave me a pumpkin glazed donut, so instead, he just gave me another original glazed donut. Now, this donut is pretty different from the rest, its crunchy, yet soft on the inside, and the glaze is awesome.
The only thing they were missing was maybe a spot to sit? But thats fine, standing in front of the truck and grubbing away was great, and we didnt stay long because we finished everything so quickly from the deliciousness. Also, the dogs are smaller than usual, so dont expect to get full off of it, unless you have a small stomach or something.

Went to a party at a bar on El Cajon and to my sister and I’s delight the Dharma Dog foodtruck was there catering! We’d seen it on University and were waiting to try it. They only served a specific menu because it was a catered event but the dogs were loaded and tastyy. My sis and I were a little disappointed that the 206 dog wasn’t included, so I guess we’ll have to go back to try that one. Moving on…
The garlic fries were truly delicious and garlic-​y… they reminded me of being at AT&T Ballpark. Go Giants! Last but not least, the donuts were worth the wait. The glazed ones were better than the chocolate. Hot and delicious!

Always a fan of food trucks. On my way to get dessert somewhere else, we had to pull over and try this one! I’ve seen it before on my Trux map app on my phone. It was pretty good. I mean the dogs itself are tasty, but I was expecting them to be bigger. It’s a normal sized hot dog, but with good tastes. They have plenty of options and have donuts for dessert. My boyfriend said that the donuts are no krispy kreme, but definitely delicious!
I believe they’re cash only! Ohh and the two people in the truck are really nice!

OK, well the DD Truck rolled into La Mesa Fri Night Food Fest for the first time tonight, and I took a bite. Fantastic work on the Baja Dog. All dogs are only $ 3.75, but it was a normal sized dog. Woulda paid $ 5 for a super dog brat. Coulda used more onions and Jalapenos, and a gourmet bun. Soup Up the dog and charge more, and I bet folks would pay up, but as is, it is good snakin’ stuff. The 2 person guy and girl team inside the truck seem pretty cool, but honestly, dude is slow putting out the food, ‘cuz my bro got his grub from the Gooch Truck in half the time, and I was left waiting in the cold. I would saddle up to the DD Truck again, but maybe a 3^rd worker/​cook will be added as more folks line up for a Dharma Dog!

The recipes for everything we tried on their menu is perfection! The 206 dog has cream cheese, which is original and delicious. The Baja dog is bacon wrapped and topped of with Sriracha sauce. The garlic fries and are a must. And the donuts? OHMAHHGAAWD the glaza donuts are like Krispy Kream on CRACK!
One of the reviews below mentioned that service is a little slow, but perfection like this takes time and is worth the wait. The food presentation was great and was not thrown together in a rush.
BTW, like most food trucks they only accept cash so come prepared!

Best hot dogs in SD for sure!
Love the texture of the hot dog you can tell they aren’t some .99 b.s. hot dogs
I’m kinda of simple when it comes to food but that doesn’t mean I’ll like anything
I order just a hot dog w/​chili mustard & jalpenos… simple but AWESOME!
Love the crunch of the bun/​love the chili/​love it ALL
My gf get’s the baja dog & loves the idea of putting bacon on a hot dog
Also a major bonus for her is that they have cherry 7up
Don’t even get me started on the donuts (wow)
The guy & girl that works there are chill as hell which makes the visit even more bomb
We are officially DD groupies

I don’t understand what is so great about this place. Ordered the 206 and the Baja Dog but each were just hot dogs with a bunch of condiments on top. This isn’t the ballpark, for $ 3.75 a dog I would expect it to wow me a little more and be larger.
That being said, I was really impressed with the garlic fries. They were well cooked and seasoned — better than I’ve ever had a Gordon Biersh or the ballpark. And although small, the hot dog meat was good quality.
This place thrives off people looking for a late eat after hitting the bars. For a drunk munch, this place is the perfect spot while walking home.

You can’t beat these dogs or the amount of quality that is apart of them… Or the location… Or the fact that you can get more than just a hot dog… Or the fact that you can make your own for the same price.
OR!!! Okay well you get where this is going. Dharma Dogs bedecks the LOST logo, which right there is pretty awesome considering the show was (and still is in it’s own way) amazing. But let’s get to the food — the hot dogs are delicious, regardless of what’s on them. The pre-​built options help get you into the delicious-​ness but you can also add or subtract toppings based on your craving. You can see the fresh diced tomato and jalapeño with ease. It’s bright and colorful, the aromas are distinct and the taste is just phenomenal.
Now if you don’t live in Hillcrest where you can walk to the truck, just make sure you bring some quarters if you’re driving. Where the truck is located makes it hard to find a spot but in the surrounding blocks you’re more than likely to find some metered spaces.
They deliver your food quickly and everything is pretty much made to order. Steve is really friendly and can help you decide on what food choice to make. You can tell he has fun with his business and he loves Unilocal!
Get a doughnut, seriously, they’re 75 cents… get one. Now.

Reasons you should try Dharma Dogs:
1. Hot dogs. Obvious reason, right? But these are amazing hot dogs. You just can’t find good hot dogs in San Diego, and since I’m from back East, I know what a good hot dog is.
2. Uniqueness. If you want mustard, ketchup or relish on your hot dog, well, you can certainly get that. But why not try a hot dog bacon-​wrapped? Or drizzled with Siracha? Accompanied with cream cheese?
3. Build Your Own. What are you in the mood for? You can make your own hot dog from a list of classic and unique options. No judgements! And the price won’t budge or go up.
4. Donuts. Oh, donuts. And I don’t mean your stale, dry, boxed Entenmann’s. These are fresh donuts that are made from scratch and fried right before your eyes. They are then glazed with either original or chocolate sweetness and arrive in your hands warm. Is there anything so amazing as a warm, freshly glazed donut? These donuts are soft, chewy and slightly crunchy, and significantly delicious.
5. LOST logo. Enough said. I mean, I’m a SERIOUS Lost fan right here.
6. Above & Beyond. This isn’t just a hot dog truck. Just a hot dog truck wouldn’t offer French Fries that are mingled with garlic and fresh parsley and enhanced with a thick, smooth aoili. Just any hot dog truck wouldn’t give you Onion Rings battered with Guinness, and they certainly wouldn’t make donuts from scratch.
7. Price. Incredibly reasonable for what you get. And if you want to make your own with any number of toppings you can imagine, the price stays the same.
8. Personality. The owner, Steve, is a really nice guy who is dedicated to this truck and his product.
9. It’s hot pink. …I like pink.
Please go check out Dharma Dogs for some seriously amazing hot dogs and fried goodness. The product is fresh, the food is simple and simply delicious, and the price is right.
thanks Steve!

OMG, OMG… best drunk food ever. I mean, I’m sure its good sober too and everything, it just happens to be on our walking route home from Hillcrest partying. Also, Lost logo=awesome. Gotta try the donuts next!
The only minus is that I always end up with Dharma Dog down the front of my outfit… but we’re on our way home anyway so it’s totally worth it.

Delicious.
Had the 206 dog and some original glazed donuts. The donuts were perfect, chewy and sweet with a little crunch from the dried glaze.
The 206 dog is so, so good. Siracha, cream cheese, mustard, and grilled onions. Sounds a little gross, but the combination in your mouth is divinity.
Not to mention the guys running it are pretty friendly and are serious about their food.

My husband and I just had dinner from Dharma Dog’s and we are very happy!
We pretty much tried everything except the fries and the Chili Dog (they were out of chili). Everything was super good. The dog’s were beefy and the baja was great with the fresh jalapeño and my husband said the 206 is the best hot tog he has ever had. The onion rings were really fresh, crispy and super delicious!
We also ordered 3 donuts which were basically cinnamon sugar donuts covered in chocolate glaze, messy but so totally worth it. They were so fresh the glaze took 15 mins to harden. YUM!
Overall we will be going back again and again and we highly recommend it!
Looking forward to trying the Limonada next time (they were also out of this).
Side note: they are super nice friendly which is always good.