"Crif Dogs looks like it was put on this earth to host a bunch of drunken college kids looking for something to eat after six straight hours of drinking at multiple bars. That’s exactly what happens at this East Village spot, so congratulations to Crif Dogs for fulfilling their destiny. Depending on the night, it's open until 2am or 3am and you may find a mass of people, but join the line anyway. Order anything bacon-wrapped with cheesy tots, and you’ll be good. If you want craft cocktails with your hot dogs, snag a reservation at PDT (the speakeasy accessed via phone booth)." - willa moore, will hartman, neha talreja, bryan kim