Dick's Hot Dog Stand

Great burger and fries. Classic and inexpensive. Great service. You should Definitely try it out.

This place is a NC must try restaurant. The hot dogs were good. The chili was good. The crispy crinkle cut fries were great. Very old school setting. Glad we finally were able to visit Dick's Hot Dog Stand.

A Wilson NC Staple Great Family Spot to grab a quick bite in Wilson when visiting my hometown

On a level with the great Coney Islands in Michigan, these guys even give Pontiac's legendary Walt's Coney Island a run for their money. Not only is the food delicious, but the atmosphere and staff are incredible as well. I have been told everything on the menu is fantastic, but I do not have the opportunity to eat here often and cannot pass on the hot dogs and chili cheese fries when I do.

I don't know if there is some esoteric meaning hidden deep in the alignment of the stars or if it is just a quirky chance event, but this is the second time in a week that I have been to a small North Carolina establishment that has been open for precisely 99 years.Either way, I continued my test of Our State Magazine's best NC hot dog joints today by stopping in at Dick's Hot Dog Stand.I ordered two of the "Famous" hot dogs, which is basically all the way but sans slaw, so I asked them to add it. I also ordered one with mustard and onions. Famous Hot Dog (plus slaw): Over all, this is very good hot dog. The wiener is above average and is made better because they fry it on a flat-top grill. The chili had a mild flavor, and if you fed it to me blindfolded and asked me what it was, I would say "taco meat". But I love taco meat, so Dick's version of chili works well on this dog. The star of the show here was actually the slaw. It was nearly perfect--perfect consistency, perfect creaminess, and near perfect flavor. If it had celery seed, it would be world class. My only wish for their hot dog is that they would toast the bun.Hot dog with mustard and onions: it was very good, and there's nothing really to add here except to say they are not shy about putting mustard on a hot dog. So you might want to ask for "light mustard" if you're not a huge mustard fan.Sweet tea: very enjoyable, well above average--good tea flavor and sweetness.This place is very retro inside and heavily decorated with mostly sports memorabilia. The staff is very nice, accommodating, and engaging.As for Our State Magazine, they and I have had a tempestuous relationship when it comes to their list of hot dog recommendations. Sometimes I am aghast to the point of anger at some of their recommendations, and, equally important, some places they left off. Yet at other times it is love, assent, and Kumbaya. As far as Dick's, Our State, and Karl: Kumbaya.

Working in Wilson and all I keep hearing go to Dicks hot dog. Well, I did the service was great quick. The ice tea was country sweet, I got onions ring fresh hot crisp. Now , the main reason was for the dog. The hot dog was grilled just enough of burnt on it, I got onions, mustard and chili. The chili was not that great it was to dry for my taste. Didn't like the texture of the chili. Sorry it's just go down well. I was so disappointed cause I really want chili. Plus, when you get a greasy bag it means good eats. Not Today. Once I removed the chili the dog was ready to take for a walk. I would love give it more stars but I end up throwing the hotdog away.

Okay, I love hot dogs. Even though I am not supposed to eat them for health reasons.... I do indulge myself occasionally. So when I saw there was a local hot dog place, Dicks's Hot Dog Stand, near Barton College, near where Jax was attending a baseball camp, I knew where we were going to lunch. ...I have to say to my friends and loved ones who are reading this, I only had 1 dog...promise. So, as always, I am setting expectations and ranking the place against other places like it. This place is a nice small, family run hole in the wall, inexpensive hotdog joint. ....who's parking lot was full when we showed up (good indicator of the place. They do have a good menu (see the picture) of grill food, not just hotdogs, so this is good, and I love the fact they put the sanitary rating of 95 right in front of your face as you walk in the door as the place is an older local dive. Fine for me, but not all go into a place looking for a hostess and modern looks. Let's talk service, it was exactly what I expected in a "walk in and order at the door" place. It was lunch, they were packed, so not much warmth and love from the older dude taking my order. He was hustlin' and had no time for small talk. This also should count in the positive box not the negative...keep reading The one thing that I should have done, rookie mistake, is order ahead. It took me 12 minutes to get my 3 hotdogs, fries and two cokes. I was getting chapped as several locals walked in and got their food ahead of me, pissed me off, but was my own fault. ...again setting expectations, this is a common way of working for a small local place. Hotdogs - they were good, good enough to come back. The fries were awesome, thick, hot and yummy. ...I only had two'ish ....I have to say, I do appreciate the "D" written on my cup to show it was the diet coke I had ordered. Again, this is a pure data point to show the dude had customer interest in mind, just no time to talk. Amateur reviewers would have slammed him...Final word, if you are looking for a good dog, or a really nice home cooked grilled hamburger, head to Dick's you will not be disappointed, and may even experience the fantastic but dying local family owned hole in the wall atmosphere.

Would have given it a higher rating if they would just do a little cleaning. A Mr Eraser would do a lot to clean the tables and chairs. Ceiling tiles need to be replaced and ad a few plants to planters. It wouldn't take much to refresh this 100 year old restaurant

Great food and even better people. Always friendly and I always fast service. Highly recommend the double cheeseburger.

Went out of my way by 20 miles coming from Raleigh nc, to check out the burger and hot dog joint, lease to say looks are deceiving! what a waste of time! nothing classic about this food , No Love put into this food , no real flavor ,very blan. The chilly looked great but was bitter the mustard tasted stale or maybe it was a dejon mustard? each item had its own bad taste nothing complemented the other I really wanted to eat this stuff just didnt want to be sick and ruin my dinner at home in Washington nc . Well anytime i pull up at home Jack my FDog is always looking for a treat from my journey's out. He was Happy any way He will eat anything. Really disappointed