Top Dog
Hot dog · Berkeley
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En Top Dog, te invitamos a disfrutar de una experiencia culinaria rápida e informal, pero llena de sabor. Somos especialistas en salchichas de todo tipo, desde las más tradicionales hasta creaciones únicas y opciones vegetarianas, todo servido en un ambiente moderno y acogedor. ¡Visítanos en Durant...
En Top Dog, te invitamos a disfrutar de una experiencia culinaria rápida e informal, pero llena de sabor. Somos especialistas en salchichas de todo tipo, desde las más tradicionales hasta creaciones únicas y opciones vegetarianas, todo servido en un ambiente moderno y acogedor. ¡Visítanos en Durant Avenue y descubre por qué somos los reyes del perrito caliente!
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Top Dog is a Berkeley institution known for its affordable and tasty hot dogs and sausages. Customers rave about the variety, customization options, and late-night availability. The garlic dog, hot link, and chicken apple sausage are popular choices.
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Tip: Customize your dog at the toppings bar and try the unique sausage options like lime chicken or mango jalapeño.
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Top Dog si trova a Berkeley, circondato da luoghi di interesse culturale e storico. Ecco alcuni dei punti più notevoli nelle vicinanze.
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Recensioni di Top Dog Berkeley
A Berkeley institution and a rite of passage. The Calabrese is the undisputed #1 overall pick — perfectly spiced, balanced, and elite. The Hot Link is all heat, no depth… kind of like Fresno: hot as hell, but not a lot going on once you’re there. Calabrese is king…IYKYK. GO BEARS!
Absolutely incredible, hot dogs don’t get better than this! We were on a road trip and were a tad intimidated by the long line outside. These were so worth the wait, the crispy yet chewy hot dog bun, and the flavors of the bratwurst, garlic, and the all beef frank were amazing! Best hot dog I’ve ever had!
Great tasting hot dogs! The person on the grill looks like he loves what he does and it shows. I asked for a recommendation and left with a yummy bratwurst. 10/10 Customer service and best thing to eat at 1am!
Got the lemon chicken and it was actually really good. Simple, quick, and tasty. Easy spot to grab something without any fuss.
What a treat. Total hole in the wall joint serving some of the best grilled dogs you’ll ever find. No seating, it’s grab and go all the way, but that’s part of the charm. The owner has that perfect mix of crusty and friendly that makes the experience memorable. I had the brat and the garlic frank, both fantastic, smoky, and served on a perfectly grilled sesame bun. Prices are super reasonable, especially for the quality. They take cards, but cash moves faster. Drinks are basic but fit the vibe. You’ll probably pick up a quick dose of Berkeley street philosophy while waiting in line, which just adds to the fun. Open late, fast service, and full of character. Bottom line a must-stop gem for anyone near campus. Grab two dogs, some chili, and enjoy the nostalgia.
Great variety of dogs with incredibly reasonable prices. Owner is awesome was blasting some Billy Strings and had great music/concert talk while my Garlic dog was cooking. Highly recommend!! I L L!!
What can I say about Top Dog that everyone else hasn't already commented on? The vibes are just as expected, and true to what should draw you in. It's an old fashioned place and it works. You go in and order a hot dog, there's a few side orders like potato salad or chili. I love chili, but I wanted to try out the potato salad. Honestly, despite it not being store bought (according to who I asked) it was definitely leaning towards that taste because it was a little sweet. However, it had a texture that made it feel classic, and I appreciated that. I asked about their popular hot dogs and was pointed in the direction of the Hot Link. Genuinely, I was surprised over how small it was (ha ha). As someone on the shorter side, I want to struggle a bit while l eat a hot dog. HOWEVER, it was perfect for what it was, which is: a hot dog with toppings in accordance with what YOU like and what's YOUR desired amount or whatever YOU want to omit. In here, you're the "Top Dog" (unless if a worker makes you feel bad I guess, according to some other reviewers, who should just cry about it instead). I like a place that runs a good deal. For 6-7 bucks I got a Hot Link with free toppings of sauerkraut, relish, onions, ketchup, and mustard (didn't spot the mayo or anything else I would've added it, like a person of culture), along with a potato salad side that's put in an 80z--but definitely still has space to move around--container. I devoured the hot dog on the way home. A close to 8 minute experience. The bread wasn't too soft, the perfect slight crunch, mixed with the straight of the grill hot dog was heavenly. The toppings added to the flavor of the sausage and toned down the spiciness. The sausage wasn't that big compared to the roll, so the toppings were mostly on top (I would recommend opening your own roll and placing some toppings deeper inside, or get ready to take some strategic bites). It probably took about 6-8 minutes with ordering and waiting for it to be ready. In that time, I chatted with the man behind the counter. He seemed really nice and considerate. Very patient with my pondering and questions. Very kind to other customers who came in as well. I will say, it's deserving of a total 4.5 stars. It's close to perfect. I would recommend spending 16 or more minutes of your lives to come and buy a hot dog (at least once) from Top Dog.
I’m so excited to visit Top Dog. The food here is absolutely amazing! The lemon pepper chicken hot dog was bursting with flavor, and the sauerkraut. So good I had to wash my hands for 40 seconds just to come back down to earth. Everything was fresh, tasty, and clearly made with care. Can’t wait to come back!
Top Dog, with spots in Berkeley, Piedmont, and Oakland, is hands down one of the best hot dog joints around. It’s super local, affordable, and fast. They offer unique options like lime chicken or mango jalapeño, and even the fountain drinks are special, made with cane sugar. I’ve been to both the Berkeley and Piedmont locations, and the vibe is always great, with lines out the door even at 1 AM. I can’t get enough!
I've been here 7 years ago it's as good as I remembered. I had the polish one and the German one this time. Love the polish one a lot more. The bread was amazing not like any hotdog bun I ever had. The store is small but packed with interesting details. There were three different types of mustard and tasty toppings. This place is a must go.
This is a classic Berkeley restaurant from decades past. It is open very late and is inexpensive. There is no seating so you just have to eat on the sidewalk but the hotdogs and sausages are terrific.
Tiny little hot dog place that is a true staple of Berkeley. I am rarely here sober and I love it every time. The chicken apple sausage is so rich and flavorful - always cooked to crispy perfection. Served on a crunchy exterior, soft interior baguette. Very cool interior, been around since the 60s. Fun place to drop by. Always a line but never a crazy wait, always worth it!!
As out-of-towners visiting from PA, we were told we have to visit Top Dog on our way to Memorial Stadium while we were in town to see a Cal football game while visiting our daughter. We were glad we made that part of our trip. This place is a Berkeley institution. On game days, they have an outside grill going outside of their little indoor shop to help expedite ordering, which was a great idea. They provided their four most popular sandwich options and plenty of condiments to speed up fulfilling orders. If you want to order more customized sandwiches, you can go inside and deal with longer lines. But the outdoor ordering worked perfect for us. Prices are very reasonable, and service was super friendly. And the dogs/brats/sausages were all awesome. They had four really good options, and we tried all of them and weren’t disappointed. Check it out next time you’re in Berkeley!
The legendary Top Dog! A great affordable eat in Berkeley and always open late night. This place is a Berkeley and Bay Area classic. If there is heavy traffic on 80 west I might just make a detour to top dog every time. You must try top dog while in town if you never have. Especially all the glizzy lovers out there! This place has been around as long as I can remember. You will not be disappointed.
Fantastic food, great selection, and incredible pricing. Friendly conversation with the staff who offered recommendations, and then lots of options for condiments (not many places that keep spicy brown mustard on hand, but this one does!). Highly recommend the garlic dog if you like garlic. Always a good choice when I’m in town.
Great hot dogs at all times. It was one of my favorite food while I was a student. Start to enjoy the hot dog 40 yeas ago with less than 1 dollars a piece and it’s now 4.25. Still a very reasonable price and most importantly, the taste is as good as usual. Hot link, Calabrese and Top Dog Frankfurter are the best three on my list.
Incredible, the cook does all the work on her own. We were there as a family. She took the order and cooked the food in an instant. I took a 100% beef hot dog I was not disappointed the bread was hot and crunchy the sausage cooked to perfection a good place for a hot dog. my family chooses equally delicious sausages. I imagine that all is good in this place.
The new worker, that's a woman made the best hot link! She toasted the bread to perfection!! It was so good I had to get in line for another
The new worker, that's a woman made the best hot link! She toasted the bread to perfection!! It was so good I had to get in line for another
Best hot dogs and sausages in town. Get some before all locations close. The buns are great too.
Best hot dogs and sausages in town. Get some before all locations close. The buns are great too.
Great sausage! Great experience! Been going here since the late 80's and loved every visit.
Today I gave into the hype and tried a Berkeley institution, and I'm glad I did. Cheap dogs ($5-6), unlimited customization with a toppings bar, and a friendly server who struck up a good conversat…
Today I gave into the hype and tried a Berkeley institution, and I'm glad I did. cheap dogs ($5-6), unlimited customization with a toppings bar, and a friendly server who struck up a good conversat…
I had the hot link hot hot hot, it was GREAT and i'd have it again.\nGREAT service and very clean store.
I had the hot link hot hot hot, it was GREAT and i'd have it again.\nGREAT service and very clean store.
Been coming here 50 years now. Same location, same great hotdog same small location. Only thing is changed is the prices but I'm enjoying reminiscing. We all got top dogs the classic.
You haven't been to Berkeley if you haven't been to Top Dog. This is my go to hotdog joint since it is affordable, convenient, and open late. The Smoked Chicken Apple sausage is delicious and they …
Top dog is a Berkeley staple and comfort food go to when I want something easy and tasty. Service is always pretty efficient and people just wait inside or outside for their hot dogs. Definitely re…
Really love heading up to Telegraph to get the best dog in Town, I’ve eaten dogs in a lot of places BERKELEY’S THE BEST
Place is cool it can be crowded on the weekend but it’s understandable because it’s a college area the people behind the counter get over stimulated sometimes and seem like they’re rushing you. The dogs are are great though the lemonade isn’t sweet and they offer good chilli and condiments
Just got frozen links to go. Flippin' great. They come in 6 packs. Brats were amazing; the fresh garlic frankfurters are thee gourmet hot dog, and I can't wait to fry up my bockwurst.
If you love hot dogs or even just like them as a snack, give this place a test. The higher ratings for something as simple as a hot dog speaks for itself. Nothing fancy about the dogs except for the nice flavor of the meat. Juicy, crisp hot dog break, simple toppings. It’s a small shop so there really isn’t room for lounging around here. It’s an in and out situation, but the weight isn’t terribly long. I’m sure it can get hectic on game days and or events at the university it is next to. Saying that, parking can be hectic too. There are paid spots on the street, but very limited, but there are garages around. I don’t know if there was a whole staff but the man and cook of the hot dogs was friendly and helpful with the small questions.
no-frills hot dog brick & mortar serving a variety of cheap and delicious dogs. a perfect snack after a night out! mine might be long but moves pretty quickly. bockwurst: flavorful german style sausage, with many self serve toppings on the side
A fast and affordable hot dog shop that offers not just beef but pork and other meat options! They have plenty of topics including sauerkraut. The hot dogs are half of the size of what you'd expect, but have good flavor. There is no indoor seating, but you can eat outside/around. Not sure if it's a bit or the culture, but the staff might be terse, rude, and impatient; however, don't let that detract from your experience.
There's no food spot more iconic in Berkeley than the classic Top Dog! I'm personally not the biggest fan of hot dogs, but when I'm in the mood for one, I often turn to Top Dog and order their Spicy …
At one point or another all Cal students go to this spot and I did too during my college days. They are open late and would have a long line. Their hot dogs are great and their service is fast. I h…
Nostalgic, no frills, a plain and simple hotdog in the heart of Berkeley. Order at counter, wait a bit, order comes, condiments and walk away with wallet still happy and belly too!
yummy hot dogs in berkeley! i got the garlic frankfurter, which was super flavorful!! they're a bit pricey and sorta small imo, but worth a try since they're unique! the bun was def a plus for me, …
Love this place. A must when in Berkeley.One man/woman on the grill and gets things done. Had the Top Dog and Garlic sausage. Both were amazing.
The food is good, but the owner answered a question with such rudeness and snarkiness. They should get some tables for outside seating too.
The food is good, but the owner answered a question with such rudeness and snarkiness. They should get some tables for outside seating too.
I was here on a layover, took the bus. Sausages, served by a man in a skirt. Garlic, a bit of garlic. The German Frankfurter. Excellent sausage.
I was here on a layover, took the bus. Sausages, served by a man in a skirt. Garlic, a bit of garlic. The German Frankfurter. Excellent sausage.
Ahhh memories. Glad to see this little hot dog joint is alive and well. \n\nQuestionable sanitation as I saw the dude moving the buns with his bare hands after handling cash money (blehhh) but the …
Ahhh memories. Glad to see this little hot dog joint is alive and well. \n\nQuestionable sanitation as I saw the dude moving the buns with his bare hands after handling cash money (blehhh) but the …
Have been going to top dog for over 30 years at various locations. \nThe positive: quality has been consistent and ingredients are good. The prices can't be beat. The spaces are clean and service i…
The hot links were good like super good that's why I don't have any pictures of them. However the place is not or appealing by any means and topping station is not clean. Place is very small can fi…
theyre kind of rude, bad service. told my friend to leave just because he was waiting inside.
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2534 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704
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