Paradise Pup

08/25/09

THE BEST

by blazerchick at Citysearch

This is the best food i love it and go every chance i get.

11/01/08

Three-way Fries, and Shakes top the menu

by johnr23 at Citysearch

I arrived at 10:45am and there were already six people waiting for the doors to open. The menu is simple with just the basics (hot dogs, burgers, sausage, beefs, and all the typical sides. I ordered a couple 1/3 lb. cheddar burgers (one of which was for my wife), a hot dog (Chicago style), three-way fries, small fries and a chocolate/banana shake. Everything made it home except for the shake and fry.

? Char-grilled 1/3 lb. cheddar burgers: The meat was good, not too greasy ? but for my taste the char-grilling was too overpowering. I liked the unique Merkt?s cheese flavor (I have used this brand of cheese on my home burger.) The toppings were plentiful (I had raw onion, but grilled onions is an option), and the bun was fresh and yummy. (give the burgers a 2.5 out of 5?disappointing)

? Hot Dog (Chicago style): mine was steamed, but char-grilling is an option. Nothing super special ? the dog was crisp and the toppings were fresh (4 out of 5 stars).

? Fries (had regular and 3-way): Had to order the ?3-way? fries ? previous reviewers cited that as a must have?and I agree the 3-way fried were wonderful and probably 1,000 calories. The good helping of crinkle cut fries were tossed into a Styrofoam container, topped with cheese, and generous dollop of sour cream and REAL bacon bits. The fries were cooked perfectly, and all toppings were delicious. (5 out of 5)

? Chocolate/Banana Shake: Another winner ? They tossed a fresh banana was made one with some chocolate ice-cream ? I sucked that lovely mixture up rater quickly (4.5 out of 5).

To wrap it up ? I will probably never stop back, mainly because I live rather far away, but I would expect the long lines to further discourage me.

If you are burger lover ? try these two places?The Spot in Kenosha, and Monk?s (Wisconsin Dells), oh ya in if ever near San Diego ? Hodad?s is by far the best burger in the world.

• Pros: Shakes, fries, friendly staff
• Cons: Long lines, lack of seating

06/20/08

Have patience folks - you won't be sorry!

by paigetwo at Citysearch

Sometimes you need to know what you're getting yourself into, and this is one of those situations. I'd heard this place had long lines, so I was prepared for that. Other than the annoying woman behind me who has no sense of personal space, and despite the fact that I was beginning to doubt my sanity for waiting in line nearly 40 minutes on a Friday at 3pm (wow, what's up with THAT?) It was SO worth it. We had everything you should NOT eat, and it was delicious! The banana coconut cream pie shake was to die for, including toasted coconut and cherries.....the bacon cheddar burger....WHOA it was GREAT, 3 layer fries (includes cheddar cheese, sour cream and REAL bacon bits), and onion rings. We all ordered a little something different with regard to sides so we could share. WORTH the wait, no guarantees on your line mates! Yum!

• Pros: Wonderful food
• Cons: High calories!!! Long lines