![]() It’s a simple seasonal hot dog stand that offers consistently good summer comfort food. What makes George’s great is that it doesn’t pretend to be anything fancy. Diners can eat inside at a few tables (which no one does) or at one of the many picnic tables surrounding the building outside. ![]() After you order you move down the counter, watching your receipt fly down past your head on a zipline in front of you. ![]() Be prepared to wait in line (and make sure you have cash), especially once soccer and little league is in session, but it’s worth it. Condiments are of the standard variety ketchup, mustard, onions and pickles. Hotdogs and hamburgers are char-broiled, as many in Buffalo prefer, and the rolls are provided by another Buffalo staple, Costanzo’s. While not groundbreaking, the food is consistently fresh and satisfying. Hot dogs, hamburgers, curly-q fries (a must order, they are fresh cut and perfectly crisp) and milkshakes join chicken sandwiches, sausages and even some salads on their large overhead menu. A favorite summer dinner location for many families in the Southtowns, George’s has pretty standard run of the mill hot dog stand offerings. Located in Boston, NY a bit south of Chestnut Ridge Park, George’s has been cranking out hot dogs to loyal customers since 1967. Our regular trip involves grabbing a hot dog and fries at Old Man River and finishing the day with ice cream in a waffle cone on the roof of Mississippi Mudds. They also have a great ice cream menu to top off the night with. Mississippi Mudds has a very similar menu of hot dogs and hamburgers in addition to chicken sandwiches, Italian sausage and beef on weck, but you can dine on their roof and enjoy the scenery of the Niagara River and a lovely breeze. Don’t miss out on the sweet potato fries, either. The Chicago-style hot dog at Old Man River has all the proper toppings and their seafood shack offers deep fried shrimp, lobster tails, clams and even steak and BBQ options. It’s almost impossible to talk about one without mentioning the other, not to mention Northtowners get into arguments over which one is better. Owned by the same company for well over 25 years, these two seasonal hot dog stands are stand alone restaurants about a block apart from each other. in Tonawanda along the river, it’s impossible to miss the one-two punch of Mississippi Mudds and Old Man River. While most of the locations look very similar, this Sheridan Drive restaurant has historical significance and some fun photography from the location’s earlier years on display. We recommend checking out their oldest location in Tonawanda. Regardless of where you find yourself now from Orchard Park to Williamsville, there’s a Ted’s hot dog nearby. This family business started in 1927 with a humble stand in the West Side and they haven’t stopped serving hot dogs since. They are sliced thin, lightly breaded and well worth $3. I specifically recommend their onion rings. Since their prices are so affordable, you can really splurge and order some extra sides. I recommend ordering everything on top but you definitely can’t miss out on their spicy hot dog sauce. They operate like efficient assembly lines, with the customer going down the counter and customizing their hot dogs at each step. ![]() If you’ve never visited before, the friendly and helpful staff will guide you on your hot dog adventure. Their signature menu item, a charcoal broiled Sahlen’s hot dog, sounds deceivingly simple but is one of the best meals in Buffalo at any time of the year. Ask any Buffalo ex-pat what they miss the most about their hometown, and Ted’s is sure to be on their list. In my opinion, any of the eight Ted’s Hot Dogs locations are a must visit for a tourist traveling through Western New York.
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