Nathan's Famous - Brooklyn, NY

The original Nathan’s, by the boardwalk on Surf Avenue in Coney Island, radiates the irresistible aromas of frankfurters and French fries and its hot dogs simply taste better than those at any other Nathan’s … and, quite honestly, better than those at almost any other hot dog place in greater New York.

91% Approval Rating (24 votes)

Overall: Worth planning a day around

Must Eats

hot dog ($3.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

"Is there any eater in America who doesn’t know about Nathan’s? The hot dog was virtually invented at this Coney Island landmark in 1916; and in many parts of the United States, the very term Coney Island has come to be synonymous with hot dog. There are Nathan’s ..." [Read More].

Logbooks

11/26/2002 - Michael Stern, $5

Map & Directions

1310 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY
718-946-2202

http://www.nathansfamous.com/

Hours & Policies

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

"Two Nathan's all-beef dogs topped with mustard and relish: life is good!"
Michael Stern

"My pre-Brooklyn Cyclones game meal. Yes, I like my dog with mustard, ketchup and kraut. Add some of those famous fries and you have a great meal. "
billyboy

"Well-dressed dogs wear onions and Nathan's chili."
Vidiot42

"Nathan's bacon cheese fries. It's not real cheese, but who cares?"
Vidiot42

"Just part of the huge menu at Nathan's. They offer many other things, such as seafood, but the dogs and fries are what have been bringing in the crowds for over 90 years. "
billyboy

"Original & Famous."
Vidiot42

"You can get food to take home at Nathan's, but the preferred eating locale is at one of the stand-up counters or in the small courtyard off Surf Avenue."
Vidiot42

"Where America's hot dog culture began"
Michael Stern

"A postcard from Nathan's collection showing Coney Island in more carefree days."
Michael Stern