What to order at Japadog

Must order
Terimayo dog with teriyaki sauce, mayo and dried seaweed; the original Japadog.
The dish to know
Japanese-Canadian fusion hot dogs
Editor tip
Cart only at Burrard and Smithe; the Robson brick-and-mortar has the full menu and seating.
CuisineStreet food
Price$
Neighborhooddowntown
HoursMon-Thu 11:00-21:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-23:00, Sun 11:00-20:00
The dishJapanese-Canadian fusion hot dogs
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Must order: Terimayo dog with teriyaki sauce, mayo and dried seaweed; the original Japadog.

Tip: Cart only at Burrard and Smithe; the Robson brick-and-mortar has the full menu and seating.

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Location

Address: 530 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2B7

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