This place is a local favorite of mine. The food is excellent, in a world of fast-food and crappy dinners this place stands apart. Try the rice pudding !.
This place is the best. I been coming here since I was little. My mom used to take me here when I was a kid. Also my mom use to come here when she was a kid when it was under the bridge in Scranton. Best texas weiners ever.
Grew up going there as a special treat. Live in Western PA and every time I drive through Scranton it's a must stop....
We were on a day trip to Scranton today, from the Albany, NY area, and had a late lunch this afternoon at CIL. Terrific food and great service. The counter reminded us of a bustling lunch counter at a downtown Woolworth's, from years ago. Have a great day guys!
Had a wonderful lunch today! That was the tastiest chili dog I've had in years and those gravy fries were to die for � Our waitress was a sweetheart as well. I can't wait to go back!
The hotdogs with cheese and everything were the best. Cheeseburger with the Texas toppings was a hit. The fries � are to die for. So many toppings it's hard to choose. One big hit for hubby was Cajun fries. We had double crunchy fries smothered in cheese and gravy. Wish it was closer.
Can’t get better than the old school feel and best Texas dogs/burgers I’ve had. Miss eating here when I have to go back to Baltimore! Love coming back home to Scranton for some good eats ��
The best dogs in the world. Go there every time I'm in town, which isn't enough.
We live in Kansas now but every time we come home our first stop is Coney Island lunch on Lackawanna Ave. They have the best Coney dogs.
I love everything about this place! I stop by for a visit each time I’m home from NH!
Don't get the two different restaurants confused. The one on Lackawanna Ave is THE BEST. Not only do they have the best Texas Wieners and fries with gravy, the owners are the nicest guys in the world. Bronwynn, their waitress is the best and friendliest person. And on Sunday's you get to meet her daughter, Gwynneth who is a sweetheart.
If you have never been there , go. You won't be disappointed. The soups are homemade and delicious and the rest of the menu rocks. Especially the Texas Wieners.
LOVE THIS PLACE!!!
Love going here one of my favorite places. Just started bringing my twin grand daughters now
I have been a customer for over 40 years...very simply, the best.
I don't know where to start.. the chili dogs are some of the best I've ever had. The hospitality was great. Even with a hot pot in front of us, they encourage us to try a coffee shop out in the park (Black Watch Cafe) just to further enjoy our visit to Scranton. We grabbed some pie to have later and it was great too.
Great coney dog … the chili is seasoned well and the dog is split in half and placed in a delicious bun. Not in the mood for a dog - the tuna salad is A+. Be sure toSave room for pie ;)
The service is top notch as well
Bronwynn, Connor, Pete...love you all! Great service. Sweet folks. Vibrant personalities. Food is delish. I am a total foodie and I was completely satisfied. I had to stop myself from ordering more and digging in my sister’s plate.
Bronwynn, I was supposed to come back with a chocolate cake for your birthday but I couldn’t and I was crushed. So happy belaaaaaated BDay and hope you enjoy the pic of a cake I wished for you.
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Arguably the best Texas dogs in NEPA! I was astonished as to how affordable and filling this diner was, or as I like to say "cheep and cheerful".
I arrived at around 12:30 on a Sunday, and while there were a handful of people here, it did take a few minutes to be greeted and to have my order taken. I was not sure if they were short-staffed, or if it was just a "busy" day for them.
When the waitress finally came to take my order, she did apologize for the wait and explained it was a bit of a hectic day. I ordered 2 Texas dogs, fries and a Pepsi and she went and placed my order into the lone griller.
Everything here is made to order fresh, which is awesome, so I knew there would be a bit of a wait. It did seem to take longer than usual for a two hot-dogs with chilli, but I will again chalk it up to either being short-staffed, or just "busy".
When she finally brought my order over, there was only 1 dog and a basket of fries. I had to point out that I ordered 2 dogs and she said she would get right on that.
In this situation, one would think that they would make that a priority, instead of helping others who were seated and had placed orders after you, but unfortunately that was not the case. I don't even recall getting a "sorry" for the mistake. By the time the second dog arrived, I was pretty much done my meal and of course I had to wait an additional 10-15 minutes for my second dog.
The waitress was nice enough, the food itself was AMAZING but the overall "experience" was not what I would expect.
With all of this said, I would still give them another chance as we all have "off" days, and I hold no bitterness or resentment. The food was fantastic and the prices are unbeatable. I would just like to see them sort out their staffing issues and be sure to stay on top of orders.
Food is 5 out of 5 stars
Service itself is a 3 out of 5
Total review is 4.
Have to stop here for a great lunch while walking through historic Scranton
Honestly shocked how something so simple can be so rich in flavor and delicious. Unlike anything I’ve had. Spectacular.
Classic chili dog, simple, elegant, delicious, with an option for gravy, chili, or cheese on your fries. A Scranton institution..
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