Hot Rod Dog

1742 Pacific Ave # 405, Tacoma
(253) 593-6030

Recent Reviews

Bob Sheldon

I was very pleased to find a place on the west Coast that actually served authentic German brats. Wonderful service and the food was amazing.Anyone looking for a great hotdog and sausage definitely need to make a stop here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bratwurst, Hot Dog

Sandy Miranda

My friend and I came here to grab a quick bite. I definitely enjoyed the hot dog I got the Bratwurst from Germany. I loved it for sure there’s a condiment stand where you can add the condiments to your own liking. I will be coming back for sure. The owner is outgoing, easy to talk to and super friendly I loved chatting with him!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bratwurst, Hot Dog

Jacob Tran

hot dog ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chili Dog, Hot Dog

Kendra J

First time here. Won’t be the last. Owner has such a warm and friendly personality.Dietary restrictions: I can’t eat pork so I love the 100% beef option

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chili Dog

Shannon Williams

This is a wonderful little hot dog stand in amongst stores near the Glass Bridge. My husband got the regular hot dog, and I got the German Bratwurst. Both were delicious with really soft buns that held the hot dogs and toppings well.The owner was very friendly, and we got to chat a bit with him.I will definitely visit again.Parking: Parking in front was not busy. Not too many handicapped parking spots. We went in late fall when it typically isn't busy.Wheelchair accessibility: We did have handicapped parking, and the stores are wheelchair accessible.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bratwurst

Richard Williams

Shannon and I went here earlier today- Oct 31, 2023 -- before driving around Tacoma for a while. The owner was very friendly and provided very good hot dogs and outstanding customer service in a relaxed atmosphere. It was simple yet high quality food in our opinion. I had a beef hot dog and Shannon had a German bratwurst. There were lots of items with which to top our hotdogs. This is a small local business run by a friendly gentleman who works hard to make it work. We will definitely return.P.S. Happy early birthday to the owner (didn't catch your name). ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Shannon W.

Great hot dogs, German Sausage, and Polish Kilbasa. The hot dog buns are really soft and fresh. Owner is very friendly and kind. Will definitely return.

Loretta L.

Friendly guy, affordable food, but no mayonnaise?!?! I asked and the guy was just like "nope". Then you can get cream cheese on a hot dog?! Is that a west coast thing? Mayonnaise and relish or kimchi are my go to condiments for hot dogs. I'm not sure why this guy was so anti-mayo.

Bob Card

Excellent grub, simple and inexpensive. The condiment bar includes most everything you might need to dress your dog. Based on previous reviews, I tried the Krainer, and it was very good. For a decadent dig, be sure to include cream cheese. Also, leave a few extra minutes, the owner is super friendly and enjoys a chat.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

浦田康之

The chili dog was great! Would've been easier to eat with a spoon in the end. The guy was super friendly too!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chili Dog

Justin Gailey

Straight forward and delicious. The bratwurst was fantastic with a perfect snap when biting into it. Great for a quick lunch.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Keggy 13

Pepper Jack Krainer was amazing. I wish I had more time and a bigger stomach to try other dogs.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lucas De Monnin

Good food and the owner was really nice!

Starlin Grimes

Amazing dogs best in Tacoma Washington

Brian Njenga

Stopped by to get the German Bratwurst. This place has all the best toppings. Delicious!!

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