Tom's - Whately, MA

A Tom’s long dog audibly snaps when you sink your teeth into it. Foot long and packed into natural casing, it comes in a soft split bun and is well-nigh perfect with nothing more than a line of mustard and spoonful of relish and raw onion spread across the top. But Tom’s offers a full array of toppings, including chili, bacon, kraut, and cheese, as well as the quasi-ethnic Mexican dog with spicy jalapeno cheese and a Tom’s Special with tomato sauce and cheese.

66% Approval Rating (12 votes)

Overall: Worth planning a day around

Must Eats

French fries ($2.00)

long hot dog ($3.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

" A Tom’s long dog audibly snaps when you sink your teeth into it. Foot long (far beyond the bun) and packed into natural casing, it is pale pink and quite literally bursting with flavor. It comes in a soft split bun. It is well-nigh perfect with nothing more ..." [Read More].

dsmey

November 09, 2007

"On a trip from the mountains of New Hampshire back to New York City, we carefully scanned the Roadfood book for a dinner destination. Tom's jumped off the page, because we LOVE the CT hot dog stands: Super Duper, Rawley's, Swanky Franks, not to mention our New York ..." [Read More].

HelmetHead

November 01, 2007

"I've been to Tom's many times, as I live about a half-hour away and it's on a route I drive frequently. As a native New Yorker and lifelong hot dog connoisseur, I don't give praise to hot dog joints lightly. Tom's would get a big thumbs-up from me but for one ..." [Read More].

Logbooks

9/16/2000 - Michael Stern, $5

Map & Directions

37 State Rd., Whately, MA
413-665-2931

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Lunch
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	No
Alcohol Served:	No
Outdoor Seating:	Yes
Reservations Accepted:	No
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	Yes

"On this battered tray are four-star eats: a long dog, fully dressed, and an order of superlative French fries."
Michael Stern

"Tom's has no indoor seating, but there are nice picnic tables way around the back."
Michael Stern