The Red Hot

I have frequented this place for years. It's a meet up spot for my old friends and myself. When they're in town, this is automatically where we go. The dogs are phenomenal. I tend to stick to my favorites, which are the 6th Ave Strut & Ragin Cajun. Every once in a while I venture out. But my friends like different dogs and they love them. Dining in is so much better, but throughout the years, they've made takeout enjoyable. They used to wrap them up for takeout, which meant soggy buns. They now have takeout carriers, which makes it so much better to enjoy if you're not able to dine in. Parking can be an issue, depending on what time of day or day off the week you go. However, it is worth it. I promise, you will find something you like, food or drink.

We have been going here for over 10 years now, and have never been disappointed. We are pretty excited about five years ago when they expanded the size of the bar to accommodate all the guests that come, but it is still very crowded most days. I absolutely love the assortment of hotdog you can purchase and the beer selection is always top-notch! I also recommend that you go every year for the “darkest day “celebration, you will not be disappointed.

Amazing selection of beers, hot dogs, and sausages. Definitely enjoyed the visit. I had the banh mi sausage. It was great. Delicious pickled carrots, hot jalapeños, and a good sausage and bun. Definitely hit the mark.

The Red Hot is such a great spot! It's a super casual, no-frills place, but the food is amazing. You seat yourself, and the staff is quick to come over and take care of you. Our server was friendly, efficient, and made sure we always had what we needed without being intrusive. The hot dogs are delicious, and the prices are super reasonable for the quality you get. It's the perfect spot to hang out with friends, grab a beer, and enjoy some very tasty hot dogs. Street parking is available, and the vibe is laid-back and fun. Definitely recommend it if you're in the mood for a great, casual meal with awesome service!

Hot dogs and beer - what can be more perfect? The tap list is impressive, and is always being updated as one keg vanishes and is replaced by another. The hot dog list is extensive and inventive, and pretty reasonably priced for these days. We had two dogs, one a standard and one the Cajun with a nice slaw. Service was incredibly friendly and quick. This was the perfect spot to wind up our visit to Tacoma. Oh, and they do have more than just hot dogs. Just don't look for a Seattle dog here - the rivalry lives!