Spike's Junkyard Dogs - Allston

Been eating here for probably over 15 years at this point. Excellent vegan/vegetarian options. Amazing lemonade. Guaranteed good food, at a good price, and always come out quickly. Staff is always friendly/helpful too, can’t go wrong! Best hot dogs in New England!

Our date night experience was so filling. WoW!! The options were excitingly overwhelming. The veggie dog and veggie burger with all the toppings were phenomenal! The lemonade was the icing on the cake... yummm!

I would rate this place a 5 just for the fries. They are definitely the best I've had in the area, and the hot dog was fantastic as well! I'm not usually a big fan of hot dogs, but the meat tasted high quality, which is a huge plus.

The atmosphere is very family-friendly, with some great décor featuring old-school photos of classic cars. There's even a car door used as decoration at the register! The restaurant is clean and has a decent amount of seating despite its small size. Just a heads-up—parking is limited, so I suggest taking the T or an Uber. The staff was incredibly friendly and patient, especially since I had a hard time deciding what to order. Spikes offers much more than just hot dogs, and after enjoying my Veggie Dog meal, I'm tempted to return to try their veggie burgers too! I ordered the All American Veggie Dog meal, and it was delicious. They have a solid selection of fountain drinks, and the curly fries were crispy and tasty! The veggie dog itself was the perfect size for the bun, and while the toppings were generous, they weren't overwhelming. All of this comes at a fantastic price! My friend and I also shared the Freaken Hot Hot Dog, which was amazing but definitely packs a punch—maybe it should come with a warning! Or perhaps, as my friend said, I'm just "weak." The hours are great, making it a perfect spot for a late-night snack. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I can't wait to go back!

We absolutely love Spikes! The hot dogs are incredibly tasty, served on delicious buns. Make sure to try the German Shepherd and the curly "poodle" fries—they're fantastic! We also had the challenge of babysitting someone with numerous allergies, but the cashier was incredibly helpful in addressing our concerns.