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Hot Dogs @ 428 - San Diego
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Hot Dogs @ 428 at a glance
San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
- 🍔 American Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $41–$50
mentioned by 9 of the guests
#749 out of 755 places to eat in San Diego
#24 American Restaurant out of 24 in San Diego
Poor
3.1 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
122
Reviews
19.7%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Quality hot dogs
- Late hours
- Chill atmosphere
Frequently criticized
- Poor value
- Bad service
- Billing issues
The restaurant Hot Dogs @ 428 is a casual American Restaurant located in the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego. When you’re looking for a quick bite, this spot offers a friendly atmosphere where you can grab lunch or dinner.
You’ll find it’s a great place for kids, and you can even enjoy a beer or other alcoholic beverage with your meal. Whether you’re dining in or opting for takeout or delivery, you’ll appreciate the convenience.
Overview: Introducting Hot Dogs @ 428
Hot Dogs @ 428 offers some decent hot dogs, often described as foot-long thick dogs, and a generally chill place for a late bite. It’s noted for its late hours, making it a convenient stop after other places close.
However, be aware of potential issues with pricing. While the food has its moments, particularly the hot dogs, there are significant concerns regarding value and customer interactions.
Some experiences point to being overcharged or encountering less than helpful service, which can detract from the overall visit.
Poor
3.1
out of 10
122
Reviews
19.7%
Satisfaction
89
negative
9
neutral
24
positive
Looking at the overall picture, Hot Dogs @ 428 receives a low Restaurant Score of 3.1, indicating a generally poor experience for many. This is further reflected in the Customer Satisfaction, which stands at a concerning 19.7%.
These figures suggest that a significant portion of visitors leave feeling dissatisfied, a sentiment echoed across 122 customer remarks, with 89 leaning negative against 24 positive. Digging deeper into specific aspects, the Food (3.9) is perceived as poor, despite some positive comments about the hot dogs themselves.
Service (3) also falls into the poor category, with many expressing frustration. The Value (1.3) is particularly low, highlighting significant concerns about pricing.
The one bright spot appears to be the Ambience (5.4), which manages an average rating, suggesting a somewhat pleasant environment despite other shortcomings.
What people like
- Quality hot dogs
- Convenient late hours
- Relaxed atmosphere
What people don't like
- Poor pricing value
- Unhelpful customer service
- Billing issues
With a Recommendation Score of 2.7, it’s clear that Hot Dogs @ 428 struggles to earn a strong endorsement. While the idea of a late-night hot dog spot is appealing, the significant concerns around pricing and customer service make it difficult to recommend for a reliable experience.
If you’re simply looking for a quick, late-night hot dog and are prepared for potential value issues, you might find it serves a purpose. However, for a consistently positive dining experience where fair pricing and good service are priorities, you might want to explore other options.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Hot Dogs @ 428
Food (3.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 75% of the guests
When it comes to food, this spot has a few bright spots, with 13 positive remarks among 49 total. Some customers really enjoy the hot dogs and sandwiches, describing them as delicious. You might also find their foot-long dogs appealing, and they offer a good selection of beer and pizza slices.
However, the overall sentiment for food is quite low, reflected in a 3.9 score and only 26.5% customer satisfaction. With 31 negative comments, many found the hot dogs to be the worst or lukewarm. There are also complaints about the Chicago dog not being authentic, pizza being re-sold and terrible, and buns being low-quality.
Food
49
Reviews
26%
Satisfaction
31
negative
5
neutral
13
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Foot-long dogs
- Variety of drinks
- Delicious sandwiches
What people don't like
- Worst hot dogs
- Lukewarm food
- Poor quality buns
Often praised
- hot dogsthe hot dogs were a foot long thick dogs
- NY doggrab a final late night beer and NY dog here
- beerThey sell beer, pizza slices, hard liquor, vapes and cigarettes too
- cigarettesThey sell beer, pizza slices, hard liquor, vapes and cigarettes too
- dogs themselvesMy experience at this little hot dog shop was centered around their hot dogs. The dogs themselves were great, described as foot-long thick dogs. If you're looking for a good hot dog, you won't be disappointed.
- hard liquorThey sell beer, pizza slices, hard liquor, vapes and cigarettes too
- hotdogshotdogs and sandwiches are delicious!
- meatdecent meat (hotdog)
- pizza slicesThey sell beer, pizza slices, hard liquor, vapes and cigarettes too
- sandwicheshotdogs and sandwiches are delicious!
Frequently criticized
- hot dogstwo hot dogs, and two beers, and to make matters worse, the beers were cold!
- hot dogthe hot dog, which is what will draw you in, was so bad
- Chicago Vienna Hot DogI really was not interested in coming back for the Chicago Dog.
- Chicago dogThe Chicago dog was not a true Chicago style dog
- Hot Cheetosa small bag of hot cheetos, 5$.
- Yerba MateYerba matte 6$.
- beerstwo beers, and to make matters worse, the beers were cold!
- bunsBuns were generic and low-quality
- cheesenot real cheese, rather baseball nacho sauce
- chiligiven little chili
If youre specifically craving a basic hot dog or sandwich and arent too picky, you might find something decent here. However, with a low score and customer satisfaction, be prepared for potential disappointment, especially if you're expecting authentic specialty items or high-quality ingredients.
Service (3 out of 10)
mentioned by 61% of the guests
While the service here generally struggles, there are some genuine bright spots, particularly concerning the owners themselves. Many customers praise the great people running the place, highlighting their friendly and nice demeanor. The establishment also earns points for its good hours, often being open late for those post-bar cravings.
These positive sentiments, though fewer, emerge from 7 out of 33 customer observations. However, the overall service experience paints a starkly different picture, leading to a poor score of 3 and a very low customer satisfaction of just 21.2%. A significant 24 out of 33 comments reveal serious concerns, with many customers feeling they encountered scammers and thieves.
Frequent reports include being overcharged, denied refunds, and experiencing incredibly rude customer service, with some even mentioning being hung up on during inquiries.
Service
33
Reviews
21%
Satisfaction
24
negative
2
neutral
7
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly owners
- Convenient hours
What people don't like
- Rude customer service
- Billing issues
- Denied refunds
Often praised
- ownersLove the owners, so nice and friendly
- businessStill in business even with all the hot dog stands around gas lamp
- good hourspositive, especially regarding its good hours
- great peopleOwned and operated by great people too.
- late hoursopen laaate so if you need something to eat after the bars are closed
Frequently criticized
- refund‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️ I was fraudulently charged my card for items I never got ! They told me they will not refund me, it’s my problem now. I will be filing a police report tomorrow and be contacting the Better Business Bureau and reporting them.
- businessThis pizza is 3 times the price and tastes terrible because it's old and re-heated. It's sad they have to scam people instead of being an honest business 👎
- customer serviceMy experience at the restaurant was extremely negative due to the rudest customer service. I attempted to call and was hung up on mid-question.
- ownerowner, acting overly “helpful,” immediately started pushing me to buy more
- serviceThis was not “helpful service”—it was a calculated setup.
- Better Business Bureaucontacting the Better Business Bureau
- Black peopleblack people are not respected there
- changedidn’t give him change
- contacting my bankI will be filing a police report tomorrow and be contacting the Better Business Bureau and reporting them. I am contacting my bank getting my money back and blocking them.
- detailed receiptsdenied me my detailed receipts
If friendly faces and convenient hours are your top priority, you might find a small silver lining with the owners. However, be prepared for potentially significant issues with billing, refunds, and overall customer service, as the negative experiences are widespread and severe. This spot might disappoint if you value fair dealings and respectful interactions.
Ambience (5.4 out of 10)
mentioned by 21% of the guests
When it comes to the vibe, this spot has its charms! Many folks, in 4 positive remarks, find it a truly chill place and even the best night cap spot, leaving them with a good memory. While the ambience score sits at an average 5.4, and customer satisfaction is a mixed 50%, theres a definite appreciation for it being a clean and organized place.
However, not everyones experience was quite as rosy. Based on 3 negative remarks, some found the establishment hot as hell inside, which is definitely a buzzkill. The tiny patio also proved to be a point of contention, especially when coupled with the unpleasantness of homeless people walking by.
Ambience
8
Reviews
50%
Satisfaction
3
negative
1
neutral
4
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Chill place
- Night cap spot
- Clean and organized
What people don't like
- Hot inside
- Tiny patio
- Unpleasant outdoor area
Often praised
- chill placeA very chill place
- good memoryFor me it's more of a good memory
- night cap spotit's the best night cap spot
- placeoperates the clean and organized place.
Frequently criticized
- homeless people walking byThe hot dog was lukewarm, and the establishment was hot as hell inside. We sat on the tiny patio, which was unpleasant due to homeless people walking by. I strongly advise against eating here; it sucks!
- hot as hell insideI would give it -0 stars if possible. The hot dog was lukewarm, and the establishment was hot as hell inside. We sat on the tiny patio, which was unpleasant due to homeless people walking by.
- tiny patioSat out on the tiny patio
So, if youre looking for a relaxed, clean spot for a nightcap and dont mind potentially warm indoor temperatures or a less-than-ideal patio experience, it might be worth a try. However, if a consistently comfortable and pristine outdoor setting is a must, you might want to consider other options.
Value (1.3 out of 10)
mentioned by 68% of the guests
Regarding value, the feedback paints a clear picture: theres unfortunately no positive buzz to report. With zero positive opinions among the 32 customer comments, it seems guests found absolutely nothing to celebrate when it came to pricing or perceived worth, indicating a significant area for improvement. The sentiment around value is overwhelmingly negative, reflected in a poor score of 1.3 and a poor customer satisfaction of 0%.
Many customers felt they were overcharged and described the experience as a scam or daylight robbery, often citing a lack of price tags and feeling taken advantage of, especially as tourists'.
Value
32
Reviews
0%
Satisfaction
31
negative
1
neutral
0
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
What people don't like
- Exorbitant prices
- No price tags
- Customers feel scammed
Often praised
No positive aspects so far.
Frequently criticized
- priceThey appear to re-sell 7-Eleven pizza that is located right next door. This pizza is 3 times the price and tastes terrible because it's old and re-heated. It's sad they have to scam people instead of being an honest business 👎
- overchargedThe guy who rang me up for my hot dog overcharged me.
- price tagsNo price tags because a small bag of hot cheetos, 5$.
- 7.997.99 for a luke warm hot dog
- SCAMWhat a SCAM
- billwas 172 dollars
- cash grabjust a blatant cash grab
- customersI charged it to my card and later looked at my receipt; they charged me $17 for a pack of Camels. That's taking advantage of the customers and kinda pissed me off.
- daylight robberythis was daylight robbery
- fraudulently chargedfraudulently charged my card for items I never got
If youre considering a visit, be prepared for prices that many find shockingly high. The overwhelming feedback suggests youll likely feel overcharged and that the value for money is extremely poor, so proceed with extreme caution.
How are the prices at Hot Dogs @ 428?
On average, you’ll spend around 42 per person – from 9 guests. That puts the restaurant in the $41–$50 category. For an American Restaurant, that’s comfortably mid-range, perhaps a bit on the higher side.
Looking at the price distribution, it’s interesting to see a mix of experiences, from budget-friendly options to more premium choices, rather than prices clustering tightly around the average. While the data is limited with only 9 customers, it gives us a good indication of the pricing.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 9 reviews. While the data is limited, it gives a good indication of the spending habits.
How this restaurant’s value for money stacks up against similar spots in San Diego.
Considering the range of prices reported, we think the pricing feels fair for an American Restaurant, especially if it offers both casual and more upscale options. Its good to know theres a mix for different budgets.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Hot Dogs @ 428
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Meal Type
- Dinner
9
Late Night Spot with Variety
My experience was great because they are open laaate, perfect for a late-night bite after the bars close. They offer a good variety, selling beer, pizza slices, hard liquor, vapes, and cigarettes. It's impressive they're still in business despite the competition from hot dog stands around Gas Lamp, which clearly shows they are doing something right.
- late hours9
- beer8
- pizza slices8
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
6
Nostalgic Hot Dog Experience
I haven't been to this restaurant in forever, but I remember their hot dogs were pretty good. For me, it's more of a good memory.
- hot dogs7
- good memory8
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
1
Scammed by inflated prices
I visited this store intending to buy just a hot dog, but the owner was overly "helpful, " pushing me to purchase additional items like a drink, gum, and cigarettes. I ended up buying a bottle of water and a pack of gum. To my shock, the total came to a staggering $21.
95. The breakdown was: Hot Dog ($7. 00 + tax = $7.
61), Gum ($8. 60 + tax = $9. 35), and Water ($4.
99, not taxed). This felt like a calculated setup, not helpful service, as there were no price tags or warnings, making it a blatant cash grab. The owner seemed to be preying on unsuspecting customers.
I regret every dollar spent and will never return.
- hot dog2
- gum1
- water3
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Group Size
- Solo
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
1
Scam over hotdogs and water!
My experience at this restaurant was a complete scam. I ordered two hotdogs and a water. The water alone cost $5, and the two hotdogs were $16.
They then charged a total of $26, claiming $5 of that was "tax. " This felt like a blatant scam.
- water1
- hot dogs2
- tax1
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
2
Scammed by Card Surcharge
What was your experience at the restaurant? It was a scam! The hot dog was okay, but there was a $2 surcharge when paying by credit card.
The person refused to cancel and insisted I pay in cash.
- hot dog5
- surcharge1
- paying1
- person1
What Hot Dogs @ 428 offers
Crowd
- Tourists
Children
- Good for kids
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Quick bite
- Beer
- Alcohol
Dining options
- Dinner
- Lunch
Service Options
- Takeout
- Delivery
Atmosphere
- Casual
FAQs
What service options are available at Hot Dogs @ 428?
You can enjoy your meal at Hot Dogs @ 428 with convenient service options. They offer both takeout and delivery, perfect for when you’re on the go or prefer to dine at home. You can also stop by for a quick bite in their casual setting.
Is Hot Dogs @ 428 accessible and suitable for families?
Yes, Hot Dogs @ 428 is designed to be accessible, featuring a wheelchair accessible entrance and parking lot. It’s also considered good for kids, making it a welcoming spot for families looking for a casual meal in the Gaslamp Quarter.
How does Hot Dogs @ 428 generally score with customers?
Hot Dogs @ 428 has an overall Restaurant Score of 3.1, indicating a poor general experience. Customer satisfaction is also low at 19.7%. Individually, Value (1.3), Service (3), and Food (3.9) all score poorly, while Ambience (5.4) is considered average.
What do customers appreciate about Hot Dogs @ 428?
Customers often mention the quality of the hot dogs themselves, describing them as foot-long and thick. The establishment is also appreciated for its late hours, making it a convenient spot for a nightcap or a late-night bite.
What are the main concerns customers have about Hot Dogs @ 428?
A primary concern is value, with many feeling overcharged for items and noting a lack of clear pricing. There are also frequent complaints about customer service, with some describing interactions as rude or unhelpful, and issues with refunds or billing.