Located in the charming seaside town of Rockport, MA, Top Dog is making a name for itself as a go-to hot dog restaurant that thrives on quality and customer care. Diners rave about the variety of mouthwatering offerings, from hearty veggie dogs to classic, indulgent options. One customer, Danielle Geva, appreciates the friendly service and recommends enjoying the sunny patio while your veggie delight is freshly prepared.
Many patrons, like Phil C and Jason Rivera, have showered praise on their creative combinations, such as the indulgent Bad Dog topped with bacon and grilled onions or the Works Slider bursting with flavors. There's a sense of community in this bustling spot, where the staff keeps the energy high even during peak hours. Furthermore, Luciano Leone's perfect summer evening encapsulates the essence of dining at Top Dog—sharing various dishes with friends against the backdrop of a picturesque sunset.
Samuel Carone highlights the addictive nature of their hot dog combos, suggesting that the wait is always worth the delightful rewards that await. In essence, Top Dog serves not just food, but an experience that reflects the vibrant spirit of New England summers. If you're in Rockport, this spot is not to be missed!
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
No delivery
Highlights
Good for watching sport
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves late-night food
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Crowd
Family friendly
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Has kids' menu
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Reviews For Top Dog
Danielle Geva
Jun 30,2025
Great veggie dogs & friendly service. The veggie dogs take 10 minutes to make, so order and sit out back while you wait.
Phil C
Jun 20,2025
Hot diggity dog! These are delicious high quality delights. They obviously have great dogs, but don't stop there. The chicken fingers are delicious and the same for the grilled cheese. Really friendly staff and they keep things going when it's busy. *chef's kiss*
Luciano Leone
May 27,2025
A little late on posting this one, since we were enjoying a perfect end to a great afternoon in Rockport, eating gelato and watching the sunset off the jetty. These were "select" size bellies, which I guess aren't too big and not too small either, fried to perfection, with a few side dogs for the family to share. One dog with cole slaw and BBQ sauce ( it actually works!) and the other slathered in cheese, onions, and bacon! All washed down sitting outside with a ice cold Sculpin IPA! A true New England summer dinner, if there ever was one!
Jason Rivera
May 25,2025
Wow....just wow! The dogs are delicious, especially the Bad Dog (bacon, cheese &grilled onion!) And the Works Slider (cheddar, tomatoes, lettuce and pickle)is amazing! Can't forget the Sculpin Ipa!
Samuel Carone
May 13,2025
We always visit Top Dog when we’re in Rockport. Food is great and the hot dog combos are fun to try. It can definitely get a bit busy, but it’s worth the wait
Maggie Marotta
Apr 13,2025
The staff was very considerate. They informed me that my food would take longer than anticipated and offered me a free side as a consolation. The food was well worth the wait and was exactly something one would want after a long day at the beach.
Buster Whaley
Mar 12,2025
This was the best meal on the island and it had some of the best workers as well. They gave me a very generous portion of onion rings and the chili dog was very good. There was a big problem with the register because I ordered and paid for clam chowder but they had run out, and so the kid had to refund me, and then I had to give him part of the refund back in order to pay for the chili dog. It was a disaster— but the kid handled it very well and got things back on track quickly. Then the kid needed a side of onion rings for another order but they didn’t have any prepared. I offered to loan him some of mine in exchange for another refund. He declined the offer and went back to making onion rings. He then asked us how the food was and we said that he gave us way too many onion rings. All things considered these guys were doing a great job given the circumstances. I may come back again very soon. Afterwards we went down to the end of the bearskin neck and we met another kid climbing underneath the rocks. We saw his head sticking out and looking around in a very suspicious fashion. We thought he was hiding his stash under there so we went to take a look. He showed us that he had been mapping the caves underneath the rocks. This kid was very suspicious until we got to know him and then we discovered that he had a heart of gold. He was a good kid and spending his youth under the rocks had made him tough. Our friend went down there for a few minutes and toured a sizable length of the cave, but this was not nearly the full extent of the caves which the kid had explored. He said that when the tide was lower the caves were much more expansive. For all his faults this kid did not hesitate to help us when we needed him most. Later on we went to get an ice cream and we saw this kid riding his bike. He was talking on the phone while he steered. He looked like a young version of Bruce. Bruce is a guy who lives around here and drives around on his motorbike pretending to sing Italian music. One time my friend who lives here stopped to talk to Bruce. Overall this was a great restaurant and I may come back again very soon.
James Lyon
Mar 10,2025
So glad we ditched the restaurants and ate here instead. GREAT food, good vibes from the staff. Enjoyed every bite and the wallet was happy as well.
Reviews For Top Dog