Kasper's Hot Dogs

UPDATE: 3 YEARS SINCE MY LAST VISIT AND INTERVIEW. This place is a time machine, taking it back to an Oakland that I used to know, and the ladies at work there are local historians, and just have a vibe that reminds me of 1970s, Fremont high, Flint's BBQ, and a totally different vibe all across Oakland. I love them, and I love this Kasper's for being what it is. Also, real old school Oakland folk come in here and hang out, and it is one of the last islands of real Oakland culture, still surviving in this post.com, and post real estate boom era. Oh my old school Kasper's with a "K", how do I love thee, let me count the ways. These old-school dogs, using their old school Construction, meaning correctly sliced tomato and onion wedges come on steamed buns, it just the right amount of mustard salt and pepper, and are an old-school favorite of Oakland locals, and part of a Dying Food Service condition that only real old schoolers will remember. Enjoy it while it's still here. This is real Oakland food

Went into Kasper’s today to get hot dogs w my boyfriend. Usually I go to the Casper’s (not Kasper’s) on Telegraph and never had any issues. I asked for 1 cheese dog and 1 hot dog, but I guess she didn’t hear me. Because she only made one and when I clarified nicely she completely lost it on me… I tried to be polite but she really laid in on me as if I was trying deliberately to spite her. I quietly paid and left but I won’t be going back due to her terrible attitude. And the orange fizz was flat. I hate to say, but I can’t help but feel that her attitude was racially motivated. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Hadn't been here in about 3 years but this Kasper's still makes great tasting hot dogs. I bought 2 Kasper dogs with everything. So much better than anything you can make at home, even when you buy the packaged casper hot dogs from Costco, they just don't taste the same. Maybe it's the way they steam the meat and the bread. I usually get the chili cheese but thought I'd keep it light this time And you know what else? Even the same "little old ladies" still work there after all these many many years.

Disrespectful workers!! I came in a few minutes before they were supposed to open and the black lady wants to be smart and talk out the side of her neck saying doesn't the sign say closed! I have been a loyal customer here and just because she was having a conversation instead of opening the store on time she has lost me as a customer! So unprofessional!