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The Barking Dog

About

  • 4.6 ( 34 reviews)

An abandoned waterfront Fish Shack. An audacious idea. Hot dogs, hamburgers, craft beer and a simple philosophy...exceed expectations and embrace community. A rustic gathering spot for all walks of life.

Day of the Week Opening Hours
Monday 11:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 11:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 11:00 - 21:00
Thursday 11:00 - 21:00
Friday 11:00 - 22:00
Saturday 11:00 - 22:00
Sunday 11:00 - 21:00

Cuisines

  • 🍔 American
  • 🍸 Bar

Dining Options

  • 💺 Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • 🥡 Takeout
  • 🍽️ Table service
  • 🍷 Serves Alcohol
  • 🅿️ Parking Available
  • 🌳 Outdoor Seating
  • 🍱 Lunch
  • 🍽️ Dinner

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34 reviews
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Nif Tux
2018-11-25 on google

Lots of hotdogs options as well as crab cakes and fish and chips. The fish and chips uses catfish, which tastes pretty good and the basket is pretty filling with hush puppies, fries and a tiny slaw cup. They have snap dogs, which are smaller hotdogs - maybe 5 inches long, and probably a good size for kids. The Alligator sausage has a hint of spice and is pretty good. The sausage itself is large and quite filling and is nice to have a non-traditional option of meat.This is a very small restaurant with lots of character and very well priced. I recommend visiting if you're in the area. However, since it is popular, there is sometimes a wait for tables, and if it's just two people, you may share a table with another couple, which can be fun in itself as well. If you're against the wait, order take away and visit something local or eat on the beach (just remember to clean up after yourself if you do).

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Samantha Battersby
2018-11-09 on google

Stopped here on our road trip to pick up food to go. Very friendly staff and helpful. Food came out quickly too. We ordered their crab cake combo with fries, hush puppies, coleslaw and their Diablo hot dog with fries. The crab cake was a little too salty for my taste but was a HUGE portion so that was nice. I hate when I order some thing more expensive and then get nothing of it. Their hot dog, hush puppy, and fries were great They had a lot of options to choose from. One sad thing was the to go containers are styrofoam. I hate seeing styrofoam at establishments.

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Jim Baxter
2018-10-22 on google

I have been to the Barking Dog around a dozen times. Always good - service has been good and the food keeps me coming back. I generally only go when the weather allows for sitting in the outside (covered) area on the inlet. I have never sat inside and have no interest in sitting inside - I think it loses its appeal if not outside on the water. The best in Hampton roads for hot dogs and beer.

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KeShae Richard
2018-09-17 on google

Random pick! Great food! Good service. Nice view.

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Mark Jacob
2018-06-23 on google

Line was long, service was slow, table was dirty. Giving 4 stars for the atmosphere and quality of the food. Food was great and bread pudding should win an award. love the canned beer marina experience.

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SWells679
2018-06-14 on google

We love The Barking Dog! My daughter and I split the 2 corn dogs w/fries because 1 corn dog is all I can handle. The dog is always moist and the corn outside is tasty and cooked to perfection. Onion ring basket is my go-to also. Good portion and you can actually bite into them w/out dragging an entire soggy onion out. Quick and affordable for my family of 5.

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Steven Sanderlin
2018-06-14 on google

My girlfriend and I loved the atmosphere, this place is located right next to the water! Fantastic view and wonderful food! The burger I had was just not that filling. Glad I ordered more food. Missing one star because the prices were high.

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Christina Waters
2018-04-11 on google

Food is good. Service is a bit laid back. This is a neat location though I wouldn't recommend lunch time eating when it's hot out because there's only outdoor seating. Evening would be a nice time to go.

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Bruce Thornton Sr
2018-04-05 on google

Nice place for a dog, hot dog that is. Good menu veggie burger fish taco and of course all kinds of hot dogs. Sitting there on the water nice cool breeze you would never know it was a 90â–« day.

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E
2018-02-17 on google

You are outside on a covered porch. You get sit down service but it is literally a hot dog stand. For example all the drinks come in bottles/cans and they give you a cup of ice. The food is really good and sitting on the creek is pretty.

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Paris Henighan
2018-02-09 on google

Great hot dogs and chilli cheese fries. The customer service is amazing. Great view and great vibe. The parking lot does need some work, but the food more than made up for it. I'd definitely recommend this place. It's also inexpensive if you're on a budget.

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John Toth
2018-02-07 on google

Delicious dogs. This was my first visit. I only ordered one Barking Dog (mustard chili and onions) with fries and a Coke, the dog was so good I had to get another. I went early and the service was very pleasant and quick. The dining room is very cozy and the location is right on the water. The only drawback was that the parking spot I was in had a huge drop-off and my 4x4 truck scraped the bottom. Overall very good experience with good food. Will return to try other menu items as well as the banana pudding.

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Wolfgang Illgen
2018-01-17 on google

Great place if you're into seafood. This is actually one of my favorites.

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Captain Redfox
2017-11-16 on google

Great local Hampton spot. Greeted with great customer service and even better menu of the one of life's greatest pleasures...hot dogs.Today I placed a to go order of Barking dogs (snap dog), along with a burger, bbq sandwich, fries, corn dog nuggets, and banana pudding to boot!Definitely need to come when I have more time to indulge in the adult beverages. Just like the shirt says "Thousands of wieners served!"

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Daniel Stoltz
2017-10-04 on google

Had a really great meal, the weather was nice, and the views are wonderful. I’ll go back.

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Heather McCleery Hamm
2017-09-27 on google

I would come here every day of the week if I lived closer. I want to try everything on the menu!;The shrimp po'boy was hot and fresh. The all beef hot dog was tasty. The fries were really yummy. Treat yourself to the homemade banana pudding. Real whipped cream! The first impression of this place was it felt like a hug. The staff were very nice and efficient.

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T Blair
2017-09-15 on google

I got the big fish sandwich 😁👌 The fish was bigger than the bread. I had to cut half off then cut it again to make it fit! It was very good. I will be there more often.

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Mollie Heinz
2017-07-02 on google

Barking Dog is a good little cafe at the marina. The dogs are ok, people like to load them up but I prefer them the old school way. The french fries are the draw here for me. And the unique location and atmosphere.

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TOG Traveler
2017-06-23 on google

Neat little hot dog place, waterside.Nice views, and cool breezes.Service was just ok.Lots of options for toppings and the kosher hot dog was particularly good.The onion rings were awesome.Only other downsides were that the prices were a little high for hot dogs and the place was a little dirty, especially the bathroom.

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Courtney Manning
2017-04-27 on google

It was great! The whole family enjoyed it. Service was very sweet and food was delicious

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jeff loges
2017-03-12 on google

Good food, good prices..Nice atmosphere. Easy to pull my boat up and enjoy. Service was great ( thanks Tori )

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Deana Snack
2017-02-18 on google

GREAT GIRLS! BEAUTIFUL GIRLS! GREAT SERVICE! EXCEPTIONAL FOOD MADE WITH LOVE! Not just slapped together!!! Totally worth Every Penny!!!!! 😃😉😃

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Shirleena Chatman
2017-02-16 on google

Great service and food was delicious!! The Dixie dog and onion rings with onion ring sauce! Wow!

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MK
2017-01-17 on google

Kosher hotdogs are delicious and when you get them with toppings it's even better. The seating area was small but loved that it was by the water. It was a little wait to receive our food so don't be in a rush when you get there especially if they're busy. We had a really nice waitress by the name of Erin. The wait staff (3) didn't seem to be able to efficiently handle the line, clean and wait tables. Drinks come in a can so I'm not sure if there were refills. Would I go back...yes. I 💓 hotdogs.

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Jordan P
2016-10-17 on google

First off, awesome staff, very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu and the local area. I ordered the Baja Burger and it was decent, if a little bland somehow. I think they may use frozen burger patties but I can't confirm/didn't ask. All in all, the setting, staff and diner-style menu are a great combo, just don't go there thinking a $6 burger will come out like a $14 burger elsewhere. It is what it is, and I think it works for them.

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Bettina Cassanello
2016-09-09 on google

Great dogs, amazing servers, and I can't even go on enough about the banana pudding 😍😍 But, it is a very small space so expect to possibly have a wait, well worth it though!

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Teresa Harp
2016-08-13 on google

A fabulous quaint little restaurant. Low key vibe with great food. We had grilled blacken ahi tuna sandwich and the fried fish sandwich. Both were tasty and cooked very well.

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Ninjaguy
2016-07-17 on google

Absolutely amazing. Especially the chili cheese fries. An amazing blend of both crispy and soggy with chili. My father said the “big fish sandwich” was phenomenal with the tartar sauce, and didn’t taste like it was bought at the store. Probably homemade. Would absolutely recommend this restaurant. It’s good stuff.

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Ben Cook
2016-06-26 on google

Great little spot! Decided to try something new and this was what we ended up, a quaint little water side hot dog shack. The yellowfin tuna tacos which were fantastic. Sushi grade tune seasoned and seared, paired with pickled cabbage, cilantro, and tomato, these are filling and delicious. Next up, shrimp po boy, but you can also get clam or scallops I believe. Golden fried shrimp on a light bed of lettuce and tomato, with a creamy remoulade that wasn't over powering. For sides we had French fries which were crispy and light, and mustard based potato salad which was creamy and rich without overpowering. I know this is a hot dog place and I'll probably try those next time, but they knocked these out of the park. Great food at a decent price, generous portions, a nice selection of craft beer, and a great waterside venue.

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Lewis Musick
2016-06-21 on google

I ordered their oyster poor boy and it was excellent. The oysters were succulent and not overcooked. The interior of the restaurant is the normal for what you will find in most dining establishments along the Chesapeake Bay. Laid back, not fancy, and with a nautical charm.

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Tanisha Washington
2016-06-07 on google

A place with great atmosphere, decent shrimp, and half decent hot dog. My bf likes it better though, but not my fav place if i have to wait this much for my food. Worth a look but don't come with high expectations.

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Alex Maness
2016-05-15 on google

Great food, fast service, reasonable prices. Good beer selection too. Outdoor patio had really nice view of the water.

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S T
2016-04-21 on google

The staff was very attentive and friendly.

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R.M. McCoy
2016-01-18 on google

What some Hot Dogs! Delicious all beef franks and a courteous staff make this place a regular stop for me when I'm in the Hamton area. Try the Carolina Drive In when you go.

Questions & Answers

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Dont know, only ate there once.. Food is good tho..

Good variety of beer served.

Yes please apply...

They have two picnic tables in either of the interior corners that could fit six each. Either of those corners could probably support your party.

French fries.

Great crabcakes.
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