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Simones' Hot Dog Stand

Restaurant Fast food restaurant American restaurant Hot dog restaurant

👍👍 If you are looking for a historic, no frills and affordable experience (or specifically for a hotdog) then this is your spot. Right by the park, this family-owned business just celebrated 50 years under the current family leadership who's grandfather opened the original stand in the same location in...


Address

99 Chestnut St, Lewiston, ME 04240

Website

www.facebook.com

Contact

(207) 782-8431

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (479 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 2 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 2 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 2 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 2 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 8 AM to 2 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Christin D. 11 months ago on Google
    If you are looking for a historic, no frills and affordable experience (or specifically for a hotdog) then this is your spot. Right by the park, this family-owned business just celebrated 50 years under the current family leadership who's grandfather opened the original stand in the same location in 1908, later becoming the original permanent structure that is there today. You will most definitely meet the family when you visit. They have Hotdogs (the red ones) with a variety of toppings including, chilli dogs, burgers of a few kinds with toppings and combo meals, fried chicken and fish sandwiches (quick diner kind), regular sandwiches like grilled chees, ham and cheese, etc., hand cut fries (the day I went - in pics I see the frozen kind have been used too), big onion rings (hey! you get to choose either or both), and a full breakfast menu, with daily sweets (looked like peanut butter cup cupcakes when I visited) and specials. Wednesday's is a steamed dog for $1.50 a piece, I believe. Simones' offers soups, salads and more too (I didn't try on this visit). But most come here for the breakfast and the hotdogs, and the price. Sit at the counter to watch the action, grab a table or take it to go. Drinks are grab-n-go from the cooler. This is a family-run business that is a part of the community it serves. Sign the guest book and see who else has visited.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Megan V. 1 year ago on Google
    Family-owned and operated for over 100 years. I have been coming here since I was a kid, and so did my Pèpére (grandfather). The atmosphere is reminiscent of an old French-Canadian diner. The space is a tad cramped, but that's part of the charm. Don't forget to say hi to Jimmy, Linda, and George!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kyle G. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best places to grab a quick bite to eat. The prices are great and the food is so awesome. It's American comfort food and is absolutely worth checking out.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Christine P. 1 year ago on Google
    Have had the 2 steamed dogs with chili on top for lunch (no breakfast); Beef dog with Fries, & just yesterday I had a Double CheeseBurger with Fries. A 20oz. drink of choice. All good filling items we all enjoy, whether our cholesterol likes it or not. Lots of locals stopping in, warm, friendly atmosphere, even if you're new to them. Home made soups, I understand (have not tried as yet,) are great. Just a wonderful place to land and have dine-in or take-out. Staff works very hard, remember you. More places like ? There are none - quite sad - to my knowledge.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jean B. 7 months ago on Google
    Fed 8 workers with great hot dogs, fries and drinks for under $70!! Best deal in around! ....AND did I mention the excellent red snappers?!!

  • 5/5 John E. 5 months ago on Google
    Nothing is ever going to top the original Bolley's in Waterville, but this is a good second best.

  • 5/5 Andrea M. 9 months ago on Google
    If you are looking for closenett, communities family owned down goid tadting home cooked food. Well, this is the place. You will see your small town regulars coming and going all eating their favorite foods. From homemade chowder, or Red hot dogs . You will not be sorry. Oh ya, homemade cakes an cookie

  • 5/5 Caroline c. 10 months ago on Google
    Awesome place, awesome food, and great employees. They have kids' meals as well. I highly recommend that you take the time to make a trip.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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