| ambiance |
84.61999893188477% positive |
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Great hotdogs and fun place to eat before a move. ”
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Good location, but Oily, and slightly over-priced, comparing it to the other places in the area. ”
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The varsity has been one of my favorites for many years the chili dogs onion rings and frosted orange are at the top of my list of favorites, the Varsity is one of my favorite places to eat,always crowded and noisy but in a good way, it's always fun. ”
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enjoyed the atmosphere. ”
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The ambiance is awesome. ”
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It was fun and the food was good. ”
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The orginal location on North Ave is still the best of them all. ”
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It is packed before Falcons games and Braves game and is also the late night spot of choice for those Braves stragglers that had too much fun the Bud Zone at the game! ”
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The atmosphere is great and every tourist needs to stop in! ”
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Great atmosphere, terrible food ”
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The decor is bright lights, big diner and the counter staff was trained by the "soup-natzi" (the censorship natzi's wouldn't allow the word spelled correctly! ”
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The parking is awful, the lines are long, and the employees are rude, impatient, and dirty. ”
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It has a great atmosphere and something should be said for all of the loyal customers who return to reminisce, but the food is terrible. ”
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| dessert |
83.33000183105469% positive |
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That's without considering the awesome dessert counter and free hats (both of which will keep the kids happy for the car ride home). ”
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The slaw dog is great and I like the cold chocolate milk. ”
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The chocolate milkshake didn't taste very good and didn't settle well. ”
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I've been eating at the Varsity for over 50 years now and my standard order for that entire time has been a Chilii dog, Chili Cheese Burger with pimento chees, an order of the world's best onion rings and two PCS (chocolate nilk on shaved ice). ”
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The onion rings are awesome, and save room for a peach fried pie. ”
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Love the fried peach and apple pie. ”
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| food quality |
76.39999866485596% positive |
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Not only does The Varsity have the best burger in Atlanta it has the best burger in the south. ”
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The food is Wonderful. ”
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I've been eating at the Varsity for over 50 years now and my standard order for that entire time has been a Chilii dog, Chili Cheese Burger with pimento chees, an order of the world's best onion rings and two PCS (chocolate nilk on shaved ice). ”
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It's a wonderful throwback to an era when people didn't order salads instead of burgers or raisins instead of french fries. ”
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At each visit the food was consistently awful. ”
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The fresh rolls make the hot dogs! ”
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Wonderful, affordable food. ”
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I'd much rather go to Wendy's and spend only $.99 for a good burger than eat here. ”
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They have the best fast food in Atlanta. ”
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The onion rings were good, but very greasy. ”
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It's got great atmoshere and food. ”
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have going to the Varsity for years it does have the best burger and the greasiest food in town. ”
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Personally, I don't go here because I never had any attachment to it, hate the food and have "been there, done that. ”
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will say, the food at the Varsity is very unique and not like anywhere else! ”
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From the hamburgers, french fries and onion rings to the ever messy slaw dogs, Varsity is a dream come true for those looking for some old fashioned nostalgia. ”
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Horrible food ”
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I'm a huge fan of french fries. ”
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Great atmosphere, terrible food ”
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Look, I don't know many people that would claim that the Varsity is any paragon of culinary achievement, but when you're in the mood for some good old grease-laden junk food in an enviroment with character, it's hard to beat the Varsity. ”
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The V is a great place to get a tasty, FAST meal. ”
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Don't look for anything special here except great chilli dogs and onion rings. ”
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Seriously, though, this place has great hot dogs and onion rings. ”
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Bland taste, cold fries, and melted ice in the soda. ”
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The wings are good, the serv. ”
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Nasty burgers, rude people behind the line, not to mention the fellow customers. ”
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It has the best hotdogs and onion rings in town! ”
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Didn't like the fries. ”
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Great quick and cheap food. ”
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most unique and delicious experience. ”
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The food at The Varisty is great. ”
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Not the best burger in town, but I have enjoyed them for 30 years. ”
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good food ”
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Though greasy, the onion rings are the best! ”
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Every meal should come with the number for a good internist. ”
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The onion rings were great. ”
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Not only was the food nasty, the customer service was just as bad and the prices were too high for what you're given. ”
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know this might sound crazy but The Varsity has the best Egg Salad sandwich in town. ”
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The onion rings are good a. ”
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Skip the awful fries and save yourself some pain. ”
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This is a great fast food place to indulge and the peoples reviews below must have had different expectations of this place. ”
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The food is great but without the proper medication (Pink stuff, tums) it can ruin an activity. ”
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do hope Atlanta natives enjoy this type of food. ”
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My onion rings stayed warm for a few seconds after I got them. ”
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It was fun and the food was good. ”
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The Varsity's are definitely NOT the best burgers in town. ”
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Yes, McDonald's and Checkers have good french fries, for a fast-food place that is, but the Varsity is by FAR the best. ”
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personally would not recommend the burger unless you like bland, kid's meal-sized burgers. ”
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The order was served fast, but cold food doesn't take much time! ”
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love hotdogs with everything and have also been known to scarf down more than a few fast food burgers. ”
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good food, ATL style. ”
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The food is pretty good for fast food, but you must be able to withstand ALOT of grease. ”
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It must be native Atlantans who think this food is good, because those of us who are not natives usually think it is some of the worse stuff we have ever eaten. ”
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The burgers are full of filler and much smaller than the burgers you get at other places. ”
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The service is very nice and you don't have to wait on your food forever. ”
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It has a great atmosphere and something should be said for all of the loyal customers who return to reminisce, but the food is terrible. ”
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The french fries and onion rings are awesome. ”
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One doesn't go to the varsity for the great food. ”
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You can enjoy your meal on the go or enjoy the ambia. ”
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The fries are great, have always been great, and the service can't be beat! ”
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also the food is soo good their chicken sandwiche. ”
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Loved the Onions rings very fresh cut. ”
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It's fast food at it's best. ”
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You may have great memories of this place from your college days, but the burgers are tasteless, the fries not much better. ”
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It is a landmark, the food is pretty good and it reminds you of the days long gone. ”
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The varsity has been one of my favorites for many years the chili dogs onion rings and frosted orange are at the top of my list of favorites, the Varsity is one of my favorite places to eat,always crowded and noisy but in a good way, it's always fun. ”
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the food is bad and service is the same. ”
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Its not just the greasy fries, onion rings, fried pies and amazing Frosted Oranges. ”
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This was a highly hyped restaraunt we looked forward to visiting but when we did the food was cold & greasy, & the restaraunt was NASTY! ”
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The fries weren't the best, they were soft and greasy. ”
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It's definitely not something you want to eat every day if you plan on living past he age of 40, but it is definitely great fast food. ”
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The Varsity is a staple of Atlanta with it's greasy food, hot chili dogs, crispy onion rings, and much more to fill you up! ”
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Very Best Hot dogs and Hamburgers, also homemade ONION Rings are delicious and at a convenient price! ”
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The food is great and the prices are better. ”
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The onion rings were good. ”
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it is a good, quick place for food. ”
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certainly not for the great food or service. ”
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Then I found myself stuck eating cold onion rings. ”
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The Varsity is a true Atlanta staple for fast greasy food when you are in the mood for it. ”
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The best onion rings I've ever had ”
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The portions are generous and the meal is always fresh. ”
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and the burger, well, I hate to say, I prefer Mc'D, and I never eat there. ”
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Now, if you want some good burgers, I suggest this rather small joint in the Smyrna-Vinings area called U.S. Cafe located on S. Cobb Dr. or Durango's located in downtown Atlanta on Peachtree St. ...but definitely NOT The Varsity! ”
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they have the most flavorful homestyled food. ”
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Great Place and good food ”
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personally didn't like the varsity because of its food. ”
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Do yourself a favor, skip this Atlanta "landmark" and go to Five Guys where $6 gets you great service, perfectly cooked freshcut fries and a juicy 1/2 lb burger. ”
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The onion rings are awesome, and save room for a peach fried pie. ”
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The decor is bright lights, big diner and the counter staff was trained by the "soup-natzi" (the censorship natzi's wouldn't allow the word spelled correctly! ”
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If you enjoy hotdogs that have been sitting under a heatlamp for hours and greasy fries. ”
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| overall |
96.66999816894531% positive |
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The Varsity is a great place to eat, almost any time. ”
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The V is a great place to get a tasty, FAST meal. ”
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My favorite restaurant. ”
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This is a great fast food place to indulge and the peoples reviews below must have had different expectations of this place. ”
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The varisty is such great place to visit while in Atlanta! ”
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Yes, McDonald's and Checkers have good french fries, for a fast-food place that is, but the Varsity is by FAR the best. ”
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Plus you it's one of the best place's to people watch. ”
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With its upbeat and loud employees, The Varsity is a great place to go before any sports game in Atlanta! ”
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The Varsity is a great place to chill out for lunch on a hectic day. ”
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great old fashion place ”
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This is a great place for kids. ”
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it is a good, quick place for food. ”
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You may have great memories of this place from your college days, but the burgers are tasteless, the fries not much better. ”
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This is my favorite restaurant in whole world. ”
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The Varsity is a great place to visit. ”
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| return potential |
50.0% positive |
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It has a great atmosphere and something should be said for all of the loyal customers who return to reminisce, but the food is terrible. ”
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| service |
75.0% positive |
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The staff was less than friendly and it had a high school cafeteria feel to it. ”
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Not only was the food nasty, the customer service was just as bad and the prices were too high for what you're given. ”
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It's a wonderful throwback to an era when people didn't order salads instead of burgers or raisins instead of french fries. ”
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The decor is bright lights, big diner and the counter staff was trained by the "soup-natzi" (the censorship natzi's wouldn't allow the word spelled correctly! ”
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Do yourself a favor, skip this Atlanta "landmark" and go to Five Guys where $6 gets you great service, perfectly cooked freshcut fries and a juicy 1/2 lb burger. ”
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mean come on people, for what it is, Varsity is EXCELLENT. ”
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Look, I don't know many people that would claim that the Varsity is any paragon of culinary achievement, but when you're in the mood for some good old grease-laden junk food in an enviroment with character, it's hard to beat the Varsity. ”
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Nasty burgers, rude people behind the line, not to mention the fellow customers. ”
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don't know why people like it so much. ”
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Great and fast customer service. ”
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certainly not for the great food or service. ”
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watching the servers is very entertaining ”
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Why do people like this place? ”
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The parking is awful, the lines are long, and the employees are rude, impatient, and dirty. ”
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Plus you it's one of the best place's to people watch. ”
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The fries are great, have always been great, and the service can't be beat! ”
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With its upbeat and loud employees, The Varsity is a great place to go before any sports game in Atlanta! ”
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They have very, very nice people there to serve yoU! ”
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The service is lightning-fast, and they serve the best hot dogs ever. ”
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We KNOW the staff is rude. ”
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The service is very nice and you don't have to wait on your food forever. ”
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the food is bad and service is the same. ”
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| value |
59.089999198913574% positive |
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I'm a huge fan of french fries. ”
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Kinda expensive for a hot dog. ”
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The portions are generous and the meal is always fresh. ”
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Very Best Hot dogs and Hamburgers, also homemade ONION Rings are delicious and at a convenient price! ”
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Lunch for 2 is expensive! ”
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The food is great and the prices are better. ”
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By being in Atlanta this place is always full but just being apart of the experience is worth the wait in line. ”
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Not only was the food nasty, the customer service was just as bad and the prices were too high for what you're given. ”
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Yes, the onions are great, but that doesn't make great cheap eats. ”
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Wonderful, affordable food. ”
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Great quick and cheap food. ”
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| wait time |
75.0% positive |
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it is a good, quick place for food. ”
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The parking is awful, the lines are long, and the employees are rude, impatient, and dirty. ”
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Great quick and cheap food. ”
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It is a landmark, the food is pretty good and it reminds you of the days long gone. ”
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