Ah, the good old days… back before work took up all of our hours and we were rushing from place to place with no time to stop and smell the roses. Take a trip down memory lane and visit an old fashioned hot dog stand where you can take a break from your busy life and enjoy a meal the way you did when you were a kid.

Johnnie’s Dog House is an old-fashioned roadside restaurant that serves up mouthwatering dishes all day long.

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Their retro restaurant style will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time to your childhood days.

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Place your order and then pick out your favorite soft drink, and grab a seat at a high top while you wait.

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Each dog is grilled to order, and they have a ton of topping options!

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Johnnie’s serves up two dozen specialty hot dogs, including a Chicago Dog, a Texas Tommy, and a Delaware Destroyer!

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A few years ago, Johnnie’s began serving up fresh, hot, and crispy fried chicken. Now, they’re one of Delaware’s top chicken shacks!

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Whether you order a drumstick or a chili cheese dog, your tastebuds will thank you for taking them to Johnnie’s Dog House.

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Johnnie’s Dog House and Chicken Shack is located at 3401 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803. They’re open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

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If you’re looking to try all of the best old fashioned hot dog stands in the state, you’ve got to check two more off your list! After you visit Johnnie’s try The Dog House in New Castle, and then head down to the beach for a trip back in time at Gus and Gus in Rehoboth Beach.

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