Syl

Had bookmarked this place for a while to try their iconic, inexpensive hot dogs. I was pleasantly surprised to see they also offer tropical fruit drinks on the menu. The hot dogs are indeed very affordable, and not just a plain sausage with ketchup; they offer several topping options. I really enjoyed the whole experience, fast service, good music. Definitely worth a stop to taste this classic spot!

Jim L

Great dog joint located across the street from the 73rd Street Subway (look around when you exit!). When I visited there was a line but it moved quickly. While they only offer dogs and drinks, I found the taste and quality of both to be better than their frenemy (Papaya King). Note there are only standing counters inside and out, with a bit more space outside (keep in mind for cold weather). Saw that others mentioned the price: put it in context with a Sabrett from a dog cart ($7 at Penn Station), here you can get two dogs, dressed as you like, and a fruit drink for just under $9 (tax included)

+1

James

This is a New York classic - a place that sells hot dogs for really damn cheap. A single one, with a bunch of toppings, is just around $3, and in an environment where every form of food prices have gone up - especially fast food - seeing something that can stick to tradition this well is so great to see. There's nothing special about this hot dog - it aims to be simple, and accomplishes it. The bread not being toasted is a little annoying, and there's only a light level of char on the dog. The toppings all work together well though, and the experience ends up being quite solid. Obviously, it's not the best hot dog I've ever had, but when you consider how much it costs, the value proposition here is great. It's a place where anyone, no matter their income level, can come and enjoy some food and feel part of the community The papaya juice here was excellent, but I liked the pineapple one les Overall, it's an average hot dog, but money-wise its the best value this side of Costco. 8/10

Crusader4J

The food was great! Hotdogs were very tasty and an incredible value! Three dogs and a 32oz drink for $11.50 can't be beat. Especially since they aren't cheap dogs. And that price includes getting it with the works! Ketchup, Mustard, Onions, Sour Kraut, and Relish. The drinks taste super fresh and were great as well. Highly recommend!

rajiv

undoubtedly one of the cheap eats kings in new york. solid hotdog for only $3.25 with all the classic toppings available for free (ketchup, mustard, onions, sauerkraut, relish) or the more "premium" toppings avilable for 75 cents (cheese, chilli, mayo). the free toppings are more than good enough but the chilli cheese dog is actually pretty decent. the juices are all tasty and pretty sweet, but surprisingly thick.

+1

Coot Erstain

Simply… Delicious! You are in New York, you need to get a slice and a dog. Well, Gray’s papaya is the place for the hotdog! Five dollars for a hotdog and a large tropical style drink? Hands-down no-brainer! I ended up getting two of the No.3 specials; 3 hotdogs and a large drink for $11. This place proves my theory, ‘Filipino people are just amazing!’🇵🇭 You can get them plain, with ketchup, mustard, sauerkraut, and they’re sweet onions for free, or pay to have other condiments added. But I must say, been in New York a couple times, but this was the first time I hit Gray’s. Coming all the way from Vancouver British Columbia (for work), and I must tell you, hands-down, amazing, hot dog! You will not regret it! It’s a little small joint on the corner, a good little in and out style restaurant. But they do have a few high tops, where you can stand and people watch while you enjoy their delicious dogs!Thanks, Grays!🫡 Bravo Zulu!

Carl Foisy

Cheap eats in NY. Quick service, legit hot dogs for reasonable prices. I got a banana daiquiri which quenched my thirst and settled my sweet tooth. A must try on Broadway and Amsterdam across from the 42 subway stop.

+2

Dani A.

We went to Gray's Papaya for lunch as a party of four. The line was short, so we were served quickly. We each ordered two hot dogs and a drink. The standard toppings like ketchup, mustard, relish, kraut and onions are free. You can add other toppings as well for a reasonable price. I went with ketchup on one and sauerkraut and mustard on the other. The kraut and mustard was my favorite! I love the combination of the soft bun, the roasted sausage and the tasty toppings. I also tried their famous Papaya drink, which has a unique fruity flavor and a somehow creamy texture. Beyond the food, you can really feel the history and tradition of this classic NYC eatery.

+1

Cass

Everyone there just seems happy to be alive. Cool place. $2.75 for a breakfast sandwich. $3.25 for a hot dog. Fun drinks that are super refreshing and surprisingly not too sweet!! The banana daiquiri kinda slapped. I love the artificial banana flavour, so good. The line moves quick, obviously. There’s place to stand and eat.

+4

The kind of place that reminds you why simple food is often the best food. No bells and whistles, just a classic NYC vibe. Glad this place still exists considering i grew up on this \n\njust get the …

The kind of place that reminds you why simple food is often the best food. No bells and whistles, just a classic NYC vibe. Glad this place still exists considering i grew up on this \n\njust get …

The papaya juice was worth the 5 star review itself! The chili cheese dog is the one to try. The onions were not that great and detracted from the hot dog - so I'd skip that one. The rest is a good…

Simple but delicious!\n\nThis place feels like the go-to neighborhood spot, super busy, but fast service. A great price, hot fresh food, and a real NY vibe.

Simple but delicious!\n\nThis place feels like the go-to neighborhood spot, super busy, but fast service. A great price, hot fresh food, and a real NY vibe.

The service was excellent. No food was involved. No ambiance because it was just a bottle of vodka.deliver to my apt.

The service was excellent. No food was involved. No ambiance because it was just a bottle of vodka.deliver to my apt.

Much better than the four stars that it has here in Yelp. We shared a chili dog as a snack and it was amazing! Nice, cheap, fast. I can't wait to go back. Hot dogs hit different in NYC.

I’ve waited years to go here and I can tell you it was definitely worth the wait. The best hotdog I’ve ever eaten. Walked all the way from Midtown and it was worth the walk. You can’t beat the prices.

I’ve waited years to go here and I can tell you it was definitely worth the wait. The best hotdog I’ve ever eaten. Walked all the way from Midtown and it was worth the walk. You can’t beat the pr…

Excellent hot-dog, the best we have eaten in the city. The sausage is really tasty and not fatty at all. I loved a regular plain one with ketchup but the best is the one with chilli. Don’t forget t…

Casual eats with a massive queue, that tells you it's worth a visit. Took around 20 minutes to get inside, hot dogs and nice drinks, cheap as chips. Great place to visit wherever your staying in NY…

Casual eats with a massive queue, that tells you it's worth a visit. Took around 20 minutes to get inside, hot dogs and nice drinks, cheap as chips. Great place to visit wherever your staying in NY…

This is a fun atmosphere and a place you should try. The quality of food is what you'd expect for the price. But come on.. you get 2 hot dogs and a juice/smoothie in their deal. There are pretty li…

This is a fun atmosphere and a place you should try. The quality of food is what you'd expect for the price. But come on.. you get 2 hot dogs and a juice/smoothie in their deal. There are pretty li…

This is a fun atmosphere and a place you should try. The quality of food is what you'd expect for the price. But come on.. you get 2 hot dogs and a juice/smoothie in their deal. There are pretty li…

Best hotdogs in town. Amazing value for money. Great service, even at busy times. Both the papaya drink, and the coconut drink is delicious. High quality beef frankfurters. Heaven!

Great little hot dog shop close to Central Park. Line was out the door but their service was smooth and efficient to get your order, pay, and get your food quick. Very reasonably priced for NYC. Th…

So good, great price and loved the combo papaya juice. Highly recommend, we got chili dog with onions. Its our go to and it is done so well there.

This was a a great lunch spot and has great deals on hot dogs and a drink. Service is extremely quick. The only thing is limited counter space which can be a problem when it's cold. Even with outdoor tables. Overall I like the food and drink was delicious

Steph W

What's the hype with this hot dog?! It's 100% better than your NYC cart dogs but I couldn't discern if it was any better than what a standard hot dog would be. It was very salty (too salty for my taste). The bread isn't anything special. The nice part is that there are included toppings in the price: onions, relish, sauerkraut, and ketchup. Additional cost of .75c for certain toppings including: chili, cheese, and mayo. Would need two dogs to be full. I did not try the Papaya drinks. There's no place to stand inside to eat so you have to take outside. There's no bathroom or sinks. Can be a little messy if you ask to take it to go as the toppings will bleed everywhere.

Dean C

The hot dogs here are legit delicious. The two dogs and a papaya drink for 8 bucks is a good deal. That said, the dogs are skinny. Two of them left me hungry. And the skinny size definitely gave off a certain “dog lipstick” vibe that I can’t unsee. Lol Bottom line: great taste, great deal, but be prepared to order extra if you actually want to feel full.

Christian Dinsmore

Fast paced, in and out, no frills hot dogs & drinks combos. Good value for money in NYC, with 3 hot dogs + toppings and drink being roughly ~ $12. No seating, all standing counter space and outside high tops, so if it’s packed at all then you’re taking it to go or going to stand and eat. Classic relish, onion sauce, and sauerkraut toppings spice up the basic hot dog. Nothing too special, just satisfying, classic taste. If you enjoy those toppings normally, definitely add them, they’re free. Good flavor, but don’t expect anything extraordinary. A great accompaniment is their sweet papaya juice, almost tasting like a sweet, papaya milkshake, it’s more on the sweet end than true papaya flavor, so if you really want to taste the fruit fully, you may be disappointed, however, it is refreshing, especially on a hot day. I would say, be ready to order once you get to the counter, the service and line moves quick. Overall, a good experience each time I’ve been.

Small, bad chili, no onions. Ghetto. But I'm from Chicago, maybe New Yorkers like it.

Classic nyc hot dog served in a hole in the wall spot that's been there for over 50 years. I like mine with sauerkraut, onions and ketchup.

They're just fine. I'm glad we didn't wait a long time for it. Nothing wrong with them but nothing amazing. They taste like hot dogs. Don't go out of your way for them but if you're nearby and you …

Nothing crazy but classic spot to get a dog. Pretty affordable and quickly made. food quality is normal for its price. Overall good

Nothing crazy but classic spot to get a dog. Pretty affordable and quickly made. Food quality is normal for its price. Overall good

A work friend referred Gray's Papaya to me. It's definitely a quick way to get a Hotdog in NYC. It's super busy but the service makes the line move fast. Not somewhere you go to sit down and eat. Y…

It's a hot dog. Ok priced, fast service. Busy ambiance but they move quick. Credit card minimum is $10 so bring cash

It's a hot dog. Ok priced, fast service. Busy ambiance but they move quick. Credit card minimum is $10 so bring cash

Another place that is well regarded and famous. I will say, they make a good hot dog, and with all the toppings it is yummy. This place is affordable, quick and easy. The papaya juice and coconut d…

Service and speed gets 5/5, just to be clear. They were quick and pleasant and the menu is very straightforward. Even with a long line we didn't have to wait more than a few minutes.\n\nBut, in sho…

Hot dog was spicy and good. Service was quick. They had a huge line for a free hot dog promotion that day (July 4th), but when I said we weren’t interested in getting a free hot dog and we wanted to …

As always you'll never go wrong with quick and cheap eats here. But what sets Gray's Papaya apart is not just the food, but the ambiance. It's a melting pot of locals, tourists, and everyone in bet…

As always you'll never go wrong with quick and cheap eats here. But what sets Gray's Papaya apart is not just the food, but the ambiance. It's a melting pot of locals, tourists, and everyone in bet…

As always you'll never go wrong with quick and cheap eats here. But what sets Gray's Papaya apart is not just the food, but the ambiance. It's a melting pot of locals, tourists, and everyone in bet…

Gray’s Papaya was a good, quick stop. I’ve wanted to eat here since Fools Rush In came out in 1997, so it was fun to finally make it. The hotdogs were good. The pineapple juice was very good…papaya…

I read about this place as a NYC institution, so I had to try it. I like hotdogs and expected something special. The service is efficient and quick, but the hotdogs are pretty average. What is spec…

Chris Behrman

Had to try this famous 🌭hotdog joint while working in the area. Wasn’t too busy. Dogs were decent and pretty cheap still for NYC. $7.08 for two dogs with mustard and sauerkraut. Not to shabby.

Good franks but the people serving the food are rude and a bit on the nasty side. They are not too concern about their appearance and feel as though "buy it or get out". But my husband loves them w…

This was my first and last Gray's Papaya dog. I'm sorry but I'm not a fan. I don't get the appeal. To me it was a cheap boiled hot dog. I can say I've had the experience though.

The hot dogs here are very tasty and the papaya drink is very good. But the price for a hot dog this high is highway robbery. With no rest room available and you have to stand up is not nice . Unde…

Ok snack fast food on the go, hotdogs on small side, was ok snack but if in area go Billy's stall instead, review rating generous

Ok snack fast food on the go, hotdogs on small side, was ok snack but if in area go Billy's stall instead, review rating generous

These hot dogs are addictive! I enjoy them with a papaya drink delicious. It's unfortunate the prices are way too high .we understand inflation but this is ridiculous. And you could understand if you walk in and have a seat with a restroom ! But instead you stand up by the sometimes filthy counter and eat these expensive hot dogs . This business is an institution ny all the way so why not have some specials ? I don't believe I'm saying this but I remember when these dogs were 50 cents. I was a foot messenger and would fill up on one or two but now even with more to spend I'm a lot more conscious of finances and worth .