Swanky Frank's 226-5355
1050 Post Road E. Westport, CT 06880
Here's my third hot dog place, and in my opinion, Swanky's takes last place for food. The original Swanky Frank's is on 182 Connecticut Ave. in Norwalk, but I'm gonna write about Westport's because I've been there many more times.
Swanky's does a deep-fried hot dog like Rawley's, but the dog and its toppings just come up short compared to Rawley's. Their hot dog just has an odd texture, their coleslaw is too watery and their chile lacks any spice or flavor. As they're known for their dogs, I just wished they had a more distinct flavor. Plus the dogs always look really shriveled up.
Swanky's french fries are overall pretty good- crispy with the skins left on. The onion rings, though, have too much batter on them and not enough onion, and they always come out way too greasy.
While Swanky's serves up burgers, chicken fingers, grilled cheese and seafood, all their items are just average.
But overall, Swanky's is a cheap place to stop for a quick lunch, and the service is friendly and helpful. Just don't come expecting much more than average dogs/burgers and a load of other greasy items.
Just had Grey's Papaya in NYC....put it on your list to try
ReplyDeleteSwanky Franks is a celebrated Westport landmark to say the least. One must go there with an empty stomach, because once one picks up one of their delectable burgers or dogs, they won't stop until they have to loosen the belt a few notches. It has been said that whenever a culinary master saunters into the greater Fairfield County Area, Swanky Frank's is always on the top of their list of eating establishments to visit. It truly is a place that one must feast at at least 3 times a week.
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