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Papaya King

(Now Closed)

Hot Dog Joint$$$$

Central Hollywood, Los Angeles

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Papaya King

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ThrillistMay 24, 2011
This historic hot dog + juice stand slings signature creations like the coleslaw & pickle-topped Slawdog plus tropical drinks including the obvious Papaya and the keep-it-classy Coconut Champagne. Read more
VxronicaNovember 23, 2011
Been here 5+ times
They're popular for their dogs, but you can also pick a fruit (apple, orange, grapefruit + more) and get it squeezed fresh directly into your cup. Take home quarts are available, too.
AskMenMay 27, 2011
People swear by their franks - chili, cheese & curly fries for us, please & Papaya’s tropical juices that include coconut champagne, mango &, of course, papaya. Read more
Tim EskewMarch 15, 2012
If you don't have the, umm, chops to get into The Sayers Club (the secret music venue attached to the back) ask to use the restroom for a sneak peek!!
Kina TenSeptember 26, 2012
cheese on the fries are not so good, def skip. strawberry field juice + southern comfort dog are awesome!!
Lisa UlandayOctober 19, 2011
It's okay. If you're used to big wieners and lots and lots of topping, 2 specialty hot dogs may leaving wanting more.
Ken SaundersMarch 15, 2012
The knish are a little taste of NY but nothing like the ones you get in NY. These are a little greasy and heavy for my liking.
Elaine OJune 3, 2011
The King Combo is a great deal to have a little taste of everything.
오미헤September 3, 2011
Been here 5+ times
they have a stamp card now too ! get one !
Adrian GarciaJuly 5, 2011
Love the slogan I saw here in LA, "Leaving stains on casting couches all over Los Angeles." HAHA!
Dean RadiceNovember 27, 2012
The best NYC dogs on the west coast!
Jonathan LMarch 27, 2012
CNC or Southern Comfort... cannot go wrong
Michael AntonioOctober 27, 2012
Favorite NYC hotdog joint now in Hollywood!
Joshua WysockiOctober 9, 2011
Pretty lame hotdog place, good luck finding a decent dog in LA!
Henie ReisingerAugust 18, 2011
Didn't eat here...was just passing thru to get to Sayers Club...smelled delicious tho:)
Giancarlo S.October 18, 2011
Get the crunchy onion dog adds to the delicious texture.
Joe SessoJuly 25, 2013
Recommended by Anthony Bourdain. Place is now closed
Adrian GarciaJune 2, 2011
The papaya drinks are really good!
Jade NoelleJune 8, 2011
Gluten-free for all my celiacs our there!
오미헤June 29, 2011
Been here 5+ times
the musher hotdog is great !
JR LindquistAugust 18, 2011
Been here 10+ times
U either get it if you know NYC or you don't. Nothing infuriates lovers of this place more than not having your order ready and wasting time trying to figure it out at the cash register. NY onions!
RICHARD StarkeyFebruary 3, 2012
Had myself a pineapple and play smooooothie..
David HNovember 12, 2011
brings me back to an earlier era
Paul ChangJuly 16, 2012
#6 Grand Slam - Homerun & Slawdog
Max LeonardMay 15, 2013
Don't go, it's CLOSED!
Ninja CupcakeAssassinNovember 3, 2011
newly addicted to the Homerun Dog
JHCDecember 13, 2011
Horrible Hot Dogs...cold, tough fries, Very over priced...Nasty! And no bathroom for customers...how do you wash your hands before u eat? Gross establishment!
federico samsonMay 24, 2011
Been here 10+ times
mango > papaya

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