Suggestions
Explore the featured selections!
T-Shirts
Tie-Dye Shirts
Onesies
Cheddardog
About
Yesterdog
Welcome to Yesterdog, a hot dog haven located on 1505 Wealthy St SE in Grand Rapids, MI. This iconic eatery offers a nostalgic divey atmosphere that has remained unchanged since its opening. With a menu featuring an array of delicious hot dogs, including the famous Ultradog and Cheddardog, Yesterdog is a must-visit for any hot dog enthusiast.
Customers rave about the generous toppings, steamed buns, and affordable prices at Yesterdog. The Yesterdog comes loaded with chili, shredded pickles, onion, catsup, and mustard, while the Krautdog offers a classic combination of sauerkraut, pickles, onion, and mustard. The homemade chicken noodle soup and chips make for perfect sides to complement your meal.
Whether you're a chili dog aficionado or a fan of classic toppings, Yesterdog has something for everyone. The fast and friendly service, along with the retro ambiance complete with graffiti-covered walls, adds to the unique dining experience at Yesterdog. Stop by for lunch or a late-night bite, and don't forget to try their refreshing selection of drinks, including Barqs Root Beer and CocaCola.
Join the ranks of loyal customers who make the pilgrimage to Yesterdog for their favorite hot dogs. Experience the nostalgia and taste the tradition that has kept patrons coming back for decades. Make sure to bring cash, as Yesterdog is a cash-only establishment, but fear not, there's an ATM conveniently located nearby for your convenience. Don't miss out on this hidden gem in Grand Rapids!
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ All time favorite place to pick up some chili dogs and a coke. Its has been a must stop for me when I'm in Eastown since 1998. The atmosphere is the same as back in the day, nothing has changed and I love that. With online ordering the service was fast and friendly. I'm glad was working down the road and had a chance to stop in after 5 years. Delicious!! ”
“ An appointment at Blodgett hospital took us to that side of town. We immediately thought of Yesterdog and it didn't disappoint. We enjoyed the Yesterdog and Kraut dog with chips and a drink. Soooo delicious! The prices are so affordable. Dogs were around $3.50 and believe it or not fountain drinks were $1.65! Recently we were charged $4 for pop at another restaurant. The buns are steamed and toppings were generous. The Yesterdog came with chili shredded pickles onion catsup and mustard. Kraut dog has kraut (obviously) pickles onion and mustard. The ambience is a throwback to the 70's with large wooden booths and graffiti on the walls and tables. We won't wait so long next time which will be soon. ”
“ When I first moved out here in October '24 my HR Director took me here for lunch and I could not believe how fast the hot dogs came out. Before we could even pay they had them on trays ready for us to go. Cash only but there's an atm at Smitty's Specialty Beverage right behind it if you forget cash like I have. The ultradog is the best one you can get, all the toppings including chili which is amazing. Not the biggest hot dog but with all the fixings it is a great meal at a great price. I have been here 3 times in the 3 weeks I've lived here and the building is huge so bring as many friends as you can! Also the decorations are amazing and so timely I've never seen so many cool artifacts and classic American company items before. ”
“ This is honestly my favorite hot dog place in the world. Every time I'm home I make the 3 hour drive just to get a cheddar dog. Any one who hates on this place is just looking for something to complain about. Such a cool vibe inside and don't forget to shoot some coins into the tip hoop! ”
“ Shame on anyone not giving a full 5 stars - they just don't know how to appreciate fine cuisine. ”
“ Came in with my husband while in Grand Rapids and it was PACKED. Before ordering we went to the restroom, which there is a single person bathroom which is gender neutral and yes, there is just one so a line was already in existence when we got there and continued to trail behind up. It was clean, but very "dive bar" like with graffiti on the walls and words carved into any wood. I did like they had the antique style metal pull to flush the toilet, I had never used one like that before. I ordered the ultra dog (chili, cheese, onion, pickle, ketchup, mustard) and my husband got the chili cheese dog. It is cash only, but I do believe there is an atm inside. We ended up taking them to go but the inside was very nice and both of us said we wanted to come back and sit down for a meal eventually. Both of our hot dogs were good, but I will admit the chili was a little more runny than where I typically get my chili dogs. I can eat the chili dogs I normally get without making my shirt look like I got none in my mouth, even while in the car. No such luck with these, but I'll admit that I may expected too much for every chili dog ever to be car ride friendly. We will definitely be back. ”
“ Yesterdog (and Bill, of course) is near and dear to us, anyone who lived in Eastown in the 90's, and (let's be clear), GRAND RAPIDS. Yesterdog's model works. Taking an efficient soup nazi-esque approach: enter, order quick, step to the right, and have your cash ready has served Yesterdog well for decades. And hey, we're always happy to fall in line. We order the same dogs every time, 3 cheddars, mustard, extra ketchup. And yes, the cheddars taste EXACTLY the same as they did 25 years ago. The mild, soupy chili and cheddar cheese merge into a sloppy, heavenly experience. While Yesterdog won't have the best hot dog you've ever tasted, they WILL forever hook you with their attitude (especially when busy), pride, decor, and nostalgia. Yesterdog is a GR institution, after bar staple, and a place to bring your kids and explain how you USED to get crazy "back in the day." If you're reading this, please tell Aaron, the "hot dog jockey," that we miss him and wish him well. We look forward to our next trip to Yesterdog, reminiscing about yesterYEAR, and (of course) the cheddars. ”
