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The Original Hot Dog Shop

(Now Closed)

Hot Dog Joint, American Restaurant, and Pizzeria$$$$

North Oakland, Pittsburgh

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The Original Hot Dog Shop

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CJ ManningSeptember 26, 2015
Fries are AMAZING and the food servings are HUGE! Good prices for the best hotdogs you'll ever have! Also the cheese for dipping fries isn't normal nacho cheese, more like cheddar and American cheese!
George MaierNovember 18, 2016
If they remade a Steel city version of 'when Harry met Sally', the famous "O" scene would happen here! The cheese and gravy fries are that good. Just wash your hands before you leave.
Blayr NiasAugust 24, 2013
Soft bun, perfect beef dog, possibly the owner is a little racist? But adorably so... Like old man first generation Italian/polish racist but still likes black athletes; get cheese sauce I forgot!
James RussellOctober 16, 2012
Ton of options. Try the slaw dog and a large order of fries (some of the best you'll ever have). Get a side of cheese and gravy for the fries. You won't regret it.
Brandon BrowneMarch 19, 2016
A large order of solid fries is enough for 4-6 people, especially if getting hot dogs as well. Don't forget cheese sauce for dipping.
Kimberly FrendyDecember 3, 2013
Fries are awesome! Especially with the melted cheese wiz! A medium was enough for my family of four!!! Downfall, go to bathroom somewhere else before or after your visit :( yuck!
Christopher CarterApril 4, 2019
Been here 50+ times
Classic spot for good hot dogs and legendary fries. A must stop for any visitor to Pittsburgh and better than Primantis.
Wendy CohenOctober 9, 2011
“The Original Hot Dog Shop”, “The O”, or “The Dirty O” is a Pittsburgh staple. A great deal for your money, and famous for the size of their fries, (the large encompasses an entire tray)!
ᴡ O'RourkeJanuary 18, 2012
Though its rather strange/unique, there's a line for different things here - i.e., the line you'd order pizza or fries in is a different line than you'd get your hot dog or burger, another for beer.
Sean StewartMay 8, 2012
This place has questionable food, but sometimes when you're completely drunk, you crave stuff like this. The employees are, albeit, equally as questionable. Definitely worth the experience.
Amber FeickJuly 19, 2013
Try the jalapeno hotdog, sooooo good and you don't even need condiments on it and of course the fries!!!
Rodney DeloeJuly 6, 2013
Great food! A little sketchy, but it just adds to the atmosphere. Get the super-dog!
Julie StoopsSeptember 21, 2018
Been here 10+ times
The fries and cheese are the absolute best anywhere. Generous portions!
ConnorMarch 22, 2015
You're gonna get way more fries than you expect. Cheesesteak is super good.
Alisha FarkasSeptember 24, 2011
Wow! That was THE best hot dog I've ever had. I recommend the Pure Beef Dog with Cheese, ketchup and mustard.
Jill MarieAugust 21, 2012
The bathrooms are gross, but they have amazing cheap food. Try the steak subs and fries with vinegar.
Eric KingMay 7, 2013
Can't really go wrong, except for the chicken tenders.
Alexa (@ladylexy) AndrzejewskiJuly 2, 2012
An institution, where the "Large" fry is as big as a cafeteria tray and small is not much smaller!
Manali BanerjeeOctober 27, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Small fries are enough to feed 3 people!
George MaierNovember 18, 2016
Pizza and small fries lunch special for $4.50 ish
Scott MarnikDecember 5, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The Kosher all-beef dogs are even better than the regular ones.
Alan FreedMay 13, 2012
Most awesome fries ever... But be sure to go to the bathroom BEFORE you get here. Ewww.
@sloaneAugust 12, 2011
French fries all the way! Crunchy ones on the bottom are the best.
Terry BSeptember 24, 2012
It must have been better back in the day. Wiener World downtown is better. Chilli on a dog shouldn't have beans.
Dominic GreenApril 13, 2017
The best Cheesesteak Hoagie in PGH
Nicole Panconi (Kiggins)October 29, 2012
They started taking credit cards today.
Ben RothschildSeptember 12, 2014
they give you lots of french fries
jenadelsSeptember 15, 2011
Been here 50+ times
The pizza here is second to none. 1.50 will net you a slice.
JR StragarNovember 14, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Now accepting credit cards!!
marcos ojedaOctober 14, 2010
A small really does serve two! Seriously! Also, the food's better if you're drunk or sleep deprived; otherwise go to five guys next door
Tanya KeithAugust 14, 2011
Just as good as they were in my Carnegie Mellon days! Nom nom nom!
William MadisonOctober 27, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The best dogs and fries anywhere
Dave EvansApril 14, 2019
Suicide Dog on a leash
Nicole ShearerOctober 13, 2013
Gross bathroom, great French fries, terrible customer service, lots of beer to choose from. Not sure if I'll come back or not.
TaylorAugust 12, 2011
Get the hot dog, of course.
Joseph W.April 8, 2012
Chili dogs!!
Devin FreyMay 15, 2013
Pretty much paying for the name. Hot dogs not all that great or worth the price. Your better off walking the extra few feet and paying an extra couple of bucks for Five Guys next door.
BenJanuary 15, 2010
Get a cheesesteak you will not be disappointed
Shelby TJuly 25, 2010
Drunk pizza is the best pizza
SharonOctober 15, 2009
Get a small order of fries.
Gary StarrMarch 29, 2010
Not as good as when I was a student.

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