As sometimes simple is best, it never hurts to go back to the basics. This past weekend some good friends of mine introduced me to the "Dawg House"! This small establishment is in another strip mall, but at least they have a worker, flinging around a sign outside to draw people's attention in.
The Atmosphere: As soon as I walked in, I felt like this was definitely a locals hanging out. From the retirees to the landscapers, these people knew where to go for a good old "hot dog". You simply walk right up and look at a board, and order right off of it. It is one of these type of place with a small enough specialized menu (a variation of hot dogs, burgers, chicken, and beef sandwiches)
The Food: I ordered a "Chicago Style Dawg" with the traditional toppings of mustard, pickle, tomato, onion, neon relish, celery salt and sport peppers on a poppy seed bun for myself and then I order a Chicken Tender Sandwich and plain hot dog for my daughter not know what she would like to eat today (but at least it would give me more to try!). The food all came out within 4-5 minutes hot and fresh! The Chicago Dawg, was very good and tasty with all the toppings and a very soft bun. The appearance of it was just like you would see in a picture of a perfect Chicago Dog! The fries were hot and perfectly cooked with a nice crisp taste. The Chicken Tender Sandwich which came with lettuce and tomato on french bread was good as well. The 3 large chicken strips that were very lightly breaded and had a good seasoning to it. The chicken was fried perfectly, where the chicken was not overcooked and dry. I would definitely recommend mayo, barbeque or some other sauce on the sandwich. 2 thumbs up for the person in charge of deep frying as both the fries and chicken tenders were cooked to perfection. Given my 3 year old, likes things pretty much plain, she had the traditional dog, which was just the right amount of flavor, not overly salty. The hot dogs are made out of Vienna Beef and you could taste the quality.
The Service: This fast food joint is pretty simple. You walk in order at the counter, then they serve you at your table. Nothing fancy, just a good old mom and pop type place. Again, I think fast food places like this could do so much better if they just had someone walk around to help pick-up or ask if you want refills.
WOW Factor: There are not too many places around that I consider I would go to specifically for a hot dog. Let alone a traditional Chicago Dog. A couple of things that caught my attention as well was the Italian Beef sandwich. I saw several people order those and I definitely think I will order that next time to try. Again, not too many places where you can get a good Italian beef sandwich with the hot giardiniera.
Nothing gourmet here, but I would say it is a great place for good ole' American food! Hot dog and fries!
Dawg House
1308 N. Federal HIghway
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
(954) 781-1955
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