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Japadog

Japadog

(Now Closed)
Hot Dog Joint, Japanese Restaurant, and Asian Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
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  • Dawny C.
    Dawny ChromaGITSDecember 20, 2012
    You are always greeted upon entering and leaving. Sometimes they bring your order to your table....the food is great and the atmosphere is relaxed. Always a pleasant time when you visit Japadog.
  • DHR.com
    DHR.comFebruary 9, 2012
    Starting out as a street stand, this business got bigger because of its quality and delicious hotdogs. The one that you must try is the scrumptious Terimayo, one of the restaurant's bestsellers.
  • Јс т.
    Јс тояяєѕMarch 30, 2013
    I met them in Burrard St. in Downtown Vancouver and I love it! Now I'm glad for having them here. I wish you the best on your business, never forget where you came from :-)
  • Vernonheart icon on user image
    VernonFebruary 18, 2013
    In all honesty try the food as is before altering it so you can really get a taste of the blended cultural food. And #6 the Yakisoba Dog
  • Christina S.
    Christina SongJune 11, 2013
    The first time I came here, I had a croquette, pork hot dog. It was great but I've returned recently and quality has drastically slipped. Hot dogs are now just boiled.
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsApril 1, 2013
    Hot dogs with wacky, snack-y Japanese toppings (and many variations on fries to go with 'em).
  • Real Cheap Eats
    Real Cheap EatsNovember 5, 2012
    The Age Ice consists of 3 plump scoops of ice cream in your choice of flavors—vanilla, strawberry, green tea or black sesame—set inside a bun that is lightly deep-fried moments before being served. Read more
  • Chelsea S.
    Chelsea SoMay 18, 2013
    I have a massive sweet tooth. Gotta love the fried bun and ice cream dish - Age Ice. Try matcha or kurogoma flavors!
  • 7th.List
    7th.ListJanuary 8, 2012
    Expect all-beef, turkey and bratwurst hot dogs topped with the likes of Japanese mayo, seaweed and grated radish. Get a look at the menu - http://www.japadog.com/menu.html Read more
  • Thrillist
    ThrillistJanuary 4, 2012
    The dogs are sliced vertically for easier topping. The Oroshi (brat w/ soy sauce, daikon, and grated radish) is a must on any occasion. Read more
  • Gloriann C.
    Gloriann ChhouthApril 15, 2013
    The hot dogs here are good! I don't usually eat hot dogs at all but I decided to give this place a try and I was pleased! A+
  • Janet Y.
    Janet YuApril 26, 2012
    This is the place I really don't mind to have hotdog for dinner once every week. Try the wasabi sauce with french fries . Very delicious:)
  • Christopher T.
    Christopher TaiJanuary 17, 2012
    This place is amaze. Order any of these hot dogs, but make sure when you order your fries, to get them made with the Shoyu and butter sauce. Amaze balls.
  • Simon H.
    Simon HFebruary 1, 2014
    Good lord the kurobuta terimayo is good... Please try this. The seaweed on top is the delight of this combo
  • Chris H.
    Chris HavranekSeptember 14, 2013
    Get the pork dog with Okonomi toppings. The best combo in my book!
  • Jon S.
    Jon SteinbackAugust 24, 2012
    this chart is super helpful for choosing your dog. p.s. they also have a ton of veggie options.
  • Lim Jun Chengheart icon on user image
    Lim Jun ChengAugust 17, 2013
    Get the Kurobuta Terimayo!! It has the largest hot dog. Be sure to spam more of the wasabi mayo sauce!
  • Jeanna L.heart icon on user image
    Jeanna LaquindanumFebruary 16, 2013
    You can now use your card! And it seems as though they've lowered their prices. Get the okonomi if you like okonomiyaki!
  • Elvis R.
    Elvis RodricksJanuary 19, 2014
    Pork dogs were okay. The veggie dog with their spicy sauce hit the spot! Curious about their ice cream dog...
  • P G.
    P GMay 12, 2013
    great experience. the special is awesome and will give you a small taste of what to expect!
  • Stephanie P.
    Stephanie P.November 1, 2013
    So the "Gyoza dog" with seaweed instead of lettuce is pretty much the best hot dog on the planet. Fo' serious.
  • Michelle C.
    Michelle C.January 23, 2012
    Down in St. Marks- Try the Terimayo or pork dog buried under a soft pile of okra and butter-and-shoyu-soaked fries
  • Jonathan R.
    Jonathan RolnickMay 24, 2013
    Quite a long wait for just a hot dog and fries, but it is a must for frankfurter enthusiasts!
  • Claudioheart icon on user image
    ClaudioOctober 11, 2013
    Ask for KOROBUTA PORK...abslutely amazing! The best hot dog i've ever had!!
  • HashtagNYU
    HashtagNYUAugust 29, 2014
    So many creative options! We have to get something new every time.
  • Chris G.
    Chris GampatMarch 3, 2012
    Get the #12 with cheese on it. That was the greatest hot dog I've ever had.
  • Areum R.
    Areum RyuFebruary 6, 2014
    If you want a wide selection of sausage toppings, japadog has it... Never be disappointed again ;^p
  • Gregory B.
    Gregory BumgardnerJanuary 9, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Holy cow spicy beef frank was actually spicy; love it. Service a tad slow still but was worth the wait
  • l-puff
    l-puffJanuary 31, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    for veggies: the croquette tofu dog is DA BOMB!! as well as the shichimi & garlic fries<3
  • Christoff F.heart icon on user image
    Christoff FrazierApril 18, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the oroshi or the love meat and slap some siriacha, wasabi mayo and hot peppers on it.
  • emily f.
    emily faberAugust 1, 2012
    get the ice cream on the deep fried bun!
  • Yuna 🇰🇷 P.
    Yuna 🇰🇷 ParkNovember 12, 2012
    Take a chance on the ice cream on deep fried sugar buns. You won't be sorry.
  • PaoLa N.
    PaoLa NiNaAugust 5, 2013
    Japanese style hot dogs. Loved the fries with butter!
  • Tasting Table
    Tasting TableMay 2, 2012
    Try a pork dog buried under a soft pile of okra with butter-and-shoyu-soaked fries: Read more
  • Antonio
    AntonioMarch 1, 2012
    Try the #7 croquette!!!! With curry fries!!! Life changing!!!!
  • Christoff F.heart icon on user image
    Christoff FrazierMarch 26, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    I use to love this place but they have cheaper out and relaxed there sausages with cheap hotdogs and charge the same price. To shame japadog, to shame.
  • Eat This N.
    Eat This NYJanuary 5, 2012
    So many options! The terimayo is a good starting point. Delish!
  • Anirvan G.
    Anirvan GhoshAugust 18, 2013
    Kurobuta Teramayo & Arabiki are both awesome!
  • Sass Conf
    Sass ConfOctober 5, 2013
    Cuckoo crazy hot dogs inspired by Japanese culture.
  • Athene K.
    Athene KimFebruary 11, 2012
    Shoyu Butter Fries~ The Aonori fries are pretty good too!
  • Jordan c.
    Jordan crossFebruary 20, 2013
    Wonderful staff, great food, WONDERFUL!!!
  • Jon R.
    Jon RosebaughOctober 21, 2013
    Definitely get the kurobuta dog!
  • Chris
    ChrisSeptember 20, 2012
    Pick up a spoon. It can get messy. Good messy :)
  • Kadachi S.heart icon on user image
    Kadachi SanMarch 29, 2013
    Awesome place for Japanese hot dogs!
  • Amy .
    Amy 🍦January 7, 2012
    First time here? Can't go wrong with the beef terimayo.
  • Gary W.
    Gary WestbyApril 25, 2012
    Seaweed on a hotdog gives the illusion that said hotdog is healthy
  • Ben K.
    Ben K.June 1, 2012
    Tony Bourdain covered this place years ago when it was just a cart in Vancouver. Honestly I'm not a big fan.
  • Helen L.
    Helen LinApril 8, 2012
    Hot dogs ok but even thinking about the condiments gets me salivating!
  • Harrison M.
    Harrison MarkeyJanuary 5, 2012
    Don't forget to add your own relish and pickles
  • Andrew A.
    Andrew AndrewFebruary 21, 2012
    We came, we ate, and we did a video review! http://tmblr.co/ZkCDayGkjoXl
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