Awesome little retro diner atmosphere. Menu on board in store is not updated. They just added smash burgers so I’m excited to try that next visit. The hot dogs are Nathan’s all beef thick dogs and taste great. My favorite is the chili cheese dog with seasoned fries. The only thing we were not a huge fan of was the chicken strips. They had a very lemony taste with whatever they sprinkle on them. Everything else was great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael W.
Awesome little hot dog diner with a retro feel and amazing all beef Nathan's hot dogs. Service was above average. Food and flavor was incredible. Only thing we were not a huge fan of was the lemon taste of the chicken tenders.
Niki McElroy
Best Chicago dog I've had since I moved here. I can't wait to try the other hot dogs on the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicago Dog
Charlie Hodge
Hot dog was very good, girls that worked there was very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Detroit Dog, French Fries
Mandie Phipps
Nicole was so friendly and sweet! Nice genuine conversation while waiting for your order is something you rarely get anymore! She made our day! Also, biggest hot dogs I’ve ever seen!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tator Tots, Chicago Dog, Chicken Tenders
Patrick Knott
UpDog has a variety of hotdogs each prepared like different parts of the US likes it, from the Chocago Dog to the New York Dog to the Detroit Dog, each is prepared exactly as you would expect it to be in that area. A few extra hotdogs are on the menu, and there are plenty to try. The food is delicious and the employees excellent. The price is reasonable.The restraunt has an antique feeling from the mid to early-late 1900s, which is very appealing to the Harry Truman culture around the Independence Square. There is hightop table seating and several booths.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bacon Chili Cheese Dog, Hawaiian Dog, Tator Tots, Chicago Dog, Cheese Fries, Chili Cheese Fries, Detroit Dog, Hot Dog
Roy Davidson
Great service and good food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicago Dog, Cheese Fries
King Piers LLC
My hats off to the McClain’s. Food is delicious and prepared perfectly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rodney Stacks
It's ok, not gross, but definitely not the best I've had!Kid-friendliness: I think kids will like it!
We brought a group of nine in when one employee was working. She worked quickly and efficiently and we were served with great food! Prices are reasonable and the restaurant is clean.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kc Stangel
My Wife, Son, and I thoroughly enjoyed are recent visit. My Wife and I had the Philly Cheesesteak Sand which our Son had one of there Specialty Hotdogs. They were delicious. Though a bit more expensive than your typical "hotdog joint" it was worth every penny in delicious quality. We'll be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
pchnmain
"Up Dog" is a small diner. It occupies a corner unit in a building across the street from the Truman Courthouse. They sell hot dogs. I am told they use "Nathan's" brand sausages. And if you want to try "Polly's Pop", they have several flavors. I visited Independence for tourism, and I had two meals on separate days. On my first visit, I had a chili dog ($6.99) and a fountain drink ($3.29). With tax ($0.97), my ticket was $11.25 before gratuity. On my next visit, I ordered a Chicago dog ($7.99) and a fountain drink ($3.29). With tax ($1.06), my ticket was $12.34 before gratuity. On both occasions, they steamed the bun. Interestingly, they steam the sausage before grilling it. Both meals were prepared well. The hot dogs tasted really good. This shop allowed me to sample Polly's Pop. And the young people working the shop were really nice. (They also shared their opinions of things in town I should check out.) It's a good place for a quick bite.
Kingston W.
"Up Dog" is a small diner. It occupies a corner unit in a building across the street from the Truman Courthouse. They sell hot dogs. I am told they use "Nathan's" brand sausages. And if you want to try "Polly's Pop", they have several flavors. I visited Independence for tourism, and I had two meals on separate days. On my first visit, I had a chili dog ($6.99) and a fountain drink ($3.29). With tax ($0.97), my ticket was $11.25 before gratuity. On my next visit, I ordered a Chicago dog ($7.99) and a fountain drink ($3.29). With tax ($1.06), my ticket was $12.34 before gratuity. On both occasions, they steamed the bun. Interestingly, they steam the sausage before grilling it. Both meals were prepared well. The hot dogs tasted really good. This shop allowed me to sample Polly's Pop. And the young people working the shop were really nice. (They also shared their opinions of things in town I should check out.) It's a good place for a quick bite.
Awesome little retro diner atmosphere. Menu on board in store is not updated. They just added smash burgers so I’m excited to try that next visit. The hot dogs are Nathan’s all beef thick dogs and taste great. My favorite is the chili cheese dog with seasoned fries. The only thing we were not a huge fan of was the chicken strips. They had a very lemony taste with whatever they sprinkle on them. Everything else was great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome little hot dog diner with a retro feel and amazing all beef Nathan's hot dogs. Service was above average. Food and flavor was incredible. Only thing we were not a huge fan of was the lemon taste of the chicken tenders.
Best Chicago dog I've had since I moved here. I can't wait to try the other hot dogs on the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicago Dog
Hot dog was very good, girls that worked there was very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Detroit Dog, French Fries
Nicole was so friendly and sweet! Nice genuine conversation while waiting for your order is something you rarely get anymore! She made our day! Also, biggest hot dogs I’ve ever seen!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tator Tots, Chicago Dog, Chicken Tenders
UpDog has a variety of hotdogs each prepared like different parts of the US likes it, from the Chocago Dog to the New York Dog to the Detroit Dog, each is prepared exactly as you would expect it to be in that area. A few extra hotdogs are on the menu, and there are plenty to try. The food is delicious and the employees excellent. The price is reasonable.The restraunt has an antique feeling from the mid to early-late 1900s, which is very appealing to the Harry Truman culture around the Independence Square. There is hightop table seating and several booths.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bacon Chili Cheese Dog, Hawaiian Dog, Tator Tots, Chicago Dog, Cheese Fries, Chili Cheese Fries, Detroit Dog, Hot Dog
Great service and good food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicago Dog, Cheese Fries
My hats off to the McClain’s. Food is delicious and prepared perfectly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It's ok, not gross, but definitely not the best I've had!Kid-friendliness: I think kids will like it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Dog
Delicious hot dogs in an awesome retro room!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Over priced hot dogs
We brought a group of nine in when one employee was working. She worked quickly and efficiently and we were served with great food! Prices are reasonable and the restaurant is clean.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My Wife, Son, and I thoroughly enjoyed are recent visit. My Wife and I had the Philly Cheesesteak Sand which our Son had one of there Specialty Hotdogs. They were delicious. Though a bit more expensive than your typical "hotdog joint" it was worth every penny in delicious quality. We'll be back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
"Up Dog" is a small diner. It occupies a corner unit in a building across the street from the Truman Courthouse. They sell hot dogs. I am told they use "Nathan's" brand sausages. And if you want to try "Polly's Pop", they have several flavors. I visited Independence for tourism, and I had two meals on separate days. On my first visit, I had a chili dog ($6.99) and a fountain drink ($3.29). With tax ($0.97), my ticket was $11.25 before gratuity. On my next visit, I ordered a Chicago dog ($7.99) and a fountain drink ($3.29). With tax ($1.06), my ticket was $12.34 before gratuity. On both occasions, they steamed the bun. Interestingly, they steam the sausage before grilling it. Both meals were prepared well. The hot dogs tasted really good. This shop allowed me to sample Polly's Pop. And the young people working the shop were really nice. (They also shared their opinions of things in town I should check out.) It's a good place for a quick bite.
"Up Dog" is a small diner. It occupies a corner unit in a building across the street from the Truman Courthouse. They sell hot dogs. I am told they use "Nathan's" brand sausages. And if you want to try "Polly's Pop", they have several flavors. I visited Independence for tourism, and I had two meals on separate days. On my first visit, I had a chili dog ($6.99) and a fountain drink ($3.29). With tax ($0.97), my ticket was $11.25 before gratuity. On my next visit, I ordered a Chicago dog ($7.99) and a fountain drink ($3.29). With tax ($1.06), my ticket was $12.34 before gratuity. On both occasions, they steamed the bun. Interestingly, they steam the sausage before grilling it. Both meals were prepared well. The hot dogs tasted really good. This shop allowed me to sample Polly's Pop. And the young people working the shop were really nice. (They also shared their opinions of things in town I should check out.) It's a good place for a quick bite.