CBS New York 2 also filmed at Papaya King that day and interviewed me. While they cut most of the interview, here's the link to the news report! kzread.info/dash/bejne/qaCFvJmsktzLYJM.htmlsi=OvaVtUWylQ-GKMGW

@aznantboi

13 күн бұрын

you didnt tell cbs your name? they showed other customers names

@MasterNe0

13 күн бұрын

Saw you on that clip yesterday when they were talking about it reopening.

@hu_b

13 күн бұрын

No mention of the bun quality? Didn't look that great, maybe all these places use the same bun is why you didn't talk about it.

@joshualebowitz

13 күн бұрын

Saw that clip yesterday and it was nice to see you. Surprising to see that CBS2 did an interview with an iPhone.

@bpark0906

13 күн бұрын

@@aznantboiIn his last Q&A video, he did not want to reveal his real name. For now, his first name is “UA” and last name is “Eats”.

Papaya is Back Baby.. (like the guy said in the video).. Back for the low price of $13 for 2 dogs and a drink... don't forget any added fees if you don't pay cash. Just call it $15 at this point for your All Beef Hot Dogs. Will skip this place and head to Costco for $1.50 and free refills.

@RFSpartan

13 күн бұрын

And you won't get stabbed or mugged since NYC is a giant shithole now

@monkeyballs512

13 күн бұрын

Costco in Manhattan? You do realize that location is a factor, right?

@varunaX

13 күн бұрын

Yep, almost $20 CAD after tax for 2 mid dogs. Lunacy

@crabapples1995

11 күн бұрын

@@varunaXshameful

@victorha9923

11 күн бұрын

$13 for 2 and a drink? no no no, say it ain't so. last went 2010ish while at NYU, was $2-3 for a dressed-up dog, mostly

For that price, I would rather buy a pack of Nathan’s or Hebrew National hot dogs & grill them on my Weber grill. Probably taste better as well.

@marilynmiller9730

5 күн бұрын

I agree with you 💯 😅

For $13-$15 bucks, I’ll hold on to my nostalgia of the place and grill my own dogs at home for $4

@mdarrenu

11 күн бұрын

maybe $6 bucks if you buy canned chili

Prices = hell no

@siddiqahmad5193

4 күн бұрын

Not sure where you reside but $12 in NYC for two dogs & drink is very competitive and not at all overpriced relative to comparable meals.

Costco's $1.50 hot dog is 100 times better

"when you're hungry or broke..." $15 hotdogs....

@jackykwan2580

13 күн бұрын

Thats what happens when minimum wages are $30/hr. Something has to compensate it and that is to be passed to consumers!

@kingfisher5200

13 күн бұрын

​@@jackykwan2580Hey, no common sense, please. This is youtube!!

@michaelgray5958

13 күн бұрын

Different place had that slogan - Gray’s Papaya. Not the spot he reviewed in the video.

@baller7387

13 күн бұрын

@@jackykwan2580 The highest minimum wage in the US is $20.29 an hour in one city in Washington. Nowhere is even close to $30 an hour 🤷‍♂

@denisejohnson5065

12 күн бұрын

If you are not broke before buying them you will be after....lmao

Grays Papaya on Broadway @72nd is still in business, the recession is $7.50, 2 hotdogs and a drink..;)

@gregggyf

13 күн бұрын

The price of $11.99 (Papaya King) from $7.50 (Gray's papaya) is a great amount of money,..... considering for what it is.

@petergoldberg6293

13 күн бұрын

@@gregggyf but the rent is very high. I’m sure at the new location. They have no choice to charge that remember the minimum wage is now $16 an hour. It’s either that or not be open at all. The difference is really only $4.50 think about it is that really that much money. How much do you pay for streaming services that you don’t use?

@gregggyf

12 күн бұрын

@@petergoldberg6293 Good Morning, I do understand what you are saying. I was going to ask you though, why do you think that Gray's papaya is $7.50, and then I thought that maybe Gray's papaya MAY HAVE some sort of long term rental agreement with their landlord and Papaya King just moved into their new location. Maybe proximity to their previous location was super important. But coming at it from a percentage angle it does seem though that $11.99 is a far distance from $7.50,... when the similar item can be purchased for $7.50.

Those prices negate the whole original reasoning for going there. Even for 2024, too much for a couple of dogs. It definitely must all go to the rent. I'll try t for nostalgia, but , I can get equally good( bad) dogs cheaper in the city.

@th6252

13 күн бұрын

Exactly my thoughts as well. I remember back in the 90’s they were something $.50 a piece. That was the primary reason people went. Had a bunch of friends who were NYU and Cooper Union students and that was their go to for quick and cheat eats. I don’t ever remember any of us raving over how awesome the dog was but it was solid for the money.

@anneraso5621

13 күн бұрын

Twenty years ago you got a drink and two dogs for four bucks. I think that maybe the individual hot dogs were $1 or $1.25 at that time.

@jessossenkopp

13 күн бұрын

My literal exact thoughts. At least Greys up on 72nd have prices that make (relative) sense.

@viciousvictortee1298

13 күн бұрын

Prices are high... Thanks Joe!

@monkeyballs512

13 күн бұрын

@@anneraso5621you have Gray’s confused with Papaya King. Gray’s Papaya has always been the cheaper option

Those. Damn. Prices. Are. Not. Ok.👎👎

@marilynmiller9730

5 күн бұрын

I feel you! 😅😅😅

Chris nyc hot dog stands was filming at same time. He just posted also caught glimpse of UA filming

@uaeats

13 күн бұрын

Yes I saw him filming yesterday! Now I know what his channel is. Thanks for letting me know!

@Acs2046

13 күн бұрын

@@uaeatsthe collab we never knew we needed…

@dog1dog223

13 күн бұрын

I like UA, but Chris is the man when it comes to hotdog reviews! 🌭

@ROTORKOTOR1

13 күн бұрын

Yep confusing in my youtube timeline😆

@surfboard396

13 күн бұрын

Chris does mainly hot dog reviews from carts and brick n mortar all over the city.

I would just go to Gray's Papaya on the Upper West Side. They had a slight increase in May but still reasonable. The breakfast is still $2.75.

Prices are a joke. What a disappointment.

For $12.99 the combo should at minimum come with a medium bowl of chili.

glad you mentioned Tony Bourdain because this was his go-to hot dog place in NYC.

Thanks for the timely video! I've been going to Grey's Papaya on B'Way and 72nd St. for many years and it's still one of the best cheap eats in NYC. 2 franks and a tropical drink cost $7.50 including tax as of 7/9/24. Papaya King is $11.99 for a similar combo.

@uaeats

13 күн бұрын

Yes I too frequented that Gray's Papaya many times. Can you believe that combo you mentioned was once $2.75?!?

@gregggyf

13 күн бұрын

If my math is correct that is approximately 50% more than Grey's Papaya, I like Papaya King's food better but at a cost of 50% more?

@benjisdad16

13 күн бұрын

I’ve only ever been to that Grey’s Papaya. Never tried Papaya King. This was back in 2006 and 2010 so I’m sure prices have gone up.

At those prices, good luck. It was popular because it was cheap and pretty good.

The prices are not okay unless you have a lot of money, then it doesn't matter!

Here after watching Chris NYC hot dog stands...Subscriber to both, so all fine!

Boursin wasn’t just a customer. He said this was the only place worth eating at on the UES. And he was right. But it fell off hard when it was bought and/or staffed by new owners.

@wellroundedsound2422

13 күн бұрын

Boursin was primarily a cheese sauce topping. Anthony Bourdain on the other hand was an incredible human being!

@drtybrdy75

13 күн бұрын

He said that before mamas too opened.

I saw you interviewed on the news this morning 👍

@uaeats

13 күн бұрын

Oh you did? CBS aired footage of the interview?

@Mr08203

13 күн бұрын

What News was it on ?

@MrChristopherMolloy

13 күн бұрын

@@uaeats I can't remember which station it was on? Lol

@aeonmartialarts6783

13 күн бұрын

Same here​@@uaeats

@aeonmartialarts6783

13 күн бұрын

​@@uaeatskzread.info/dash/bejne/qaCFvJmsktzLYJM.htmlsi=qLTInBmAfnRGNNQz

YOU KILLED THE KRAUT WITH COLD RELISH

Dude it looks like the inside of a hot dog not sure what you were expecting!! Do love you vids man been here since the early days

@gregggyf

13 күн бұрын

I was wondering about this as well..... If someone could shed further light on this it would be deeply appreciated. Do all 100% PROCESSED beef frankfurters have the same "inner consistency."

2:54 That was the price I can remember about papaya, and it was not too long ago. And then it was jacked up to $4 for 2 dogs and a drink, and now $12 for 2 hot dogs and a drink...WOW

Costco dogs are the best and very very reasonable.

Who’s here to complain about the price?

Idk if its just me but that chili looks sus and pretty sure it taste mid. Prices are higher cuz it's located in a well to do neighborhood, they can afford it

I see Papaya King is still cooking their hot dogs on aluminum foil.

Hey UA, I have a really simple question for you - I am a long time fan, love your reviews, love your reactions - how did you pick your background music (other than royalty free?) ? I mean, you had a choice - I think it reflects you but would love to know why. Keep up the great work. Love and Light from a long term Canadian resident in Laos!

Criminal prices for that low quality of a hot dog. Should be 8 bucks not 15 for 3 dogs and a drink.

@holycowtube

13 күн бұрын

Biden must held accountable for this!

@trentbateman

13 күн бұрын

@@holycowtubeor whoever has been running the country while he’s been Weekend at Bernies

Happy to hear they finally opened the relocated store. I used to visit the original UES location frequently (86th St/3rd Ave) and I'll tell you that a big part of the experience was enjoying your meal while looking directly out at the crossroads intersection. As for condiments, they're highly personal so I generally wouldn't mention the following, but here goes; I recommend topping with mustard and red onions (stewed red onions). It's a lovely compliment to the beef dog and the hot robust mustard goes well with the sweetness of the onions in red sauce.

You went there before I was able to try it out! 😂 Looks like chilli dog is good! I need to go taste it out !👍🏻

Another great video thx UA pls do Chinatown

lol! there was a guy in the backround with a mask!..good lord he's probably on his 12th booster too 🤣😂

@TerriDingelfinger

13 күн бұрын

hahaha! i saw that...crazy

Have gone to the old site many of times headed to New York in two weeks. Definitely going to try it out. Keep up the good work.👍🇺🇸

I live about ten blocks away from this and so everyone in my neighborhood was very upset when it closed and super super excited when it reopened! Wish I got to meet you while you were filming this! (It replaced n empty storefront that used to be a "lush" store).

I buy all beef natural hot dogs from my local butcher. I will stick with that before I pay ANYONE $12 for two hot dogs.

great video ! i grew up a few blocks from the original location on 86th street and also lived over by Lincoln Center so i have been eating both all my life. i remember the recession special after 9/11 also ! the best part of all these hot dogs is the snap of the real skin and the fact that they are grilled. i have never had the chili dog. i would say the red onions is what most people get and thats my favorite. anyway, so happy its reopened and i cant wait to go next time i am visiting my mom on the upper east side !

All-the-way: mustard, chopped onions, chile sauce.

@johnkovalicky3389

13 күн бұрын

Except they made it upside down ,lol ! Hot Grill, Clifton......enough said

That was Chris nyc hot dogs

No onions is a sacrilege.

UA's return to fine form. Great review!

What? $14.99 for two glizzies like WTF???

@monicad351

13 күн бұрын

It's New York. 😂

@edreid7872

13 күн бұрын

Its also ridiculous.. I remember when they were $2.50 for 2 and a drink.. 15 bucks can get you 2 packs of Nathan’s dogs and buns at the supermarket, and a 2-liter Coke..😅

My favorite hotdog place is back! Took too long to open, but I’m so happy they reopened. Hotdog is so good that I do not need any toppings. Plain is the way to go with a banana daiquiri. So yummy! Love watching your reviews, reactions and facial expressions when you love the food. Keep them coming.

Got to pay that upper east side rent! No more recession special.

@-EchoesIntoEternity-

13 күн бұрын

recession special is Gray's Papaya, not king

@adamdambrov2308

13 күн бұрын

@@-EchoesIntoEternity- I always get them mixed up!

Whhaaaatttttt!???? I was in UES for a few months, close to the last location, feeling so bummed that I missed out. Time to plan that return trip to NYC! 💜💜💜💜💜

Costco. All beef hot dog and a soda still $1.50

Most iconic of nyc! i miss the special for 2.99$ ..2 dogs onion mustard and a cold papya drink! dinner or lunch

The prices are not reasonable in the slightest I would never pay that much for hots dogs when I could get better and more food for an equivalent price

@thenotorious2312

13 күн бұрын

Heading to New York next month where would you recommend for quality dogs?

@stevec5465

13 күн бұрын

Oh well

@keithpharoah6110

13 күн бұрын

@@thenotorious2312 Gray's Papaya is great for the taste and price

@drtybrdy75

13 күн бұрын

You obviously don’t live in NYC.

@drtybrdy75

13 күн бұрын

@@thenotorious2312the hot dog cart across the street from the Met supposedly has the best hot dogs in nyc. But my favorite hot dog is from crif dog on st marks. There’s a speakeasy in the telephone booth that makes great craft cocktails and is a cool experience as well.

Hot dogs are a cheap lunch/ dinner. I dont care how good they are that is far too much for 2 hotdogs. BTW good toppings are almost as important as the dog.

What’s up UA new subscriber here I just watch MANY of your videos (love them) specifically the St. Louis bbq one, look up Red White and Que in Greenbrook NJ let me know what you think! Also in PA in Fairless hills I believe is the town there is a bbq spot called mission bbq. Mighty fine bbq there I’ve had both spots and think they are top notch. Looking forward to your opinion!

Great video, UA. Big fan of hot dogs. I have never been to Papaya King. Nathan's girl here since I love the french fries and knishes.

@uaeats

13 күн бұрын

Thanks! I was thinking of reviewing the original Nathan's in Coney Island sometime

@acharis

13 күн бұрын

@uaeats that would be wonderful. Moving to Delaware as a child, made many trips back and forth as my grandparents were still in Brooklyn. Mostly every weekend and mom and I always ended visit with a stop at Nathan's. Packed up the cooler and brought stuff home to dad and brothers. I do miss it.

Good review. I actually watched Chris’s channel first. Two different opinions of two different people. And with two different opinions and tastes.

Much love from the UK! 🇬🇧, Wish Hot Dogs were as big here as they are in the U.S.! 🇺🇸 We do have Hot Dogs in the U.K. But they are seriously underrated, Fast, Cheap and Great Street Food! And gotta be served with Sauerkraut, Onions and Mustard! Would love to open my own Hot Dog Stand a bring a proper NYC U.S. street food taste to the U.K. 🌭🌭🌭🌭

Hey, I just saw you on Chris' channel. He's really cool. You should do something with him.

UA looked good even with high price.Thats the new world we live in. NY to many labor laws ,regulations,high rent If you like it pay for it if I enjoy it something I don’t care about price I’m not rich but to treat yourself to something you like never hurts Life is too short

@user-ux8hg8bk3e

13 күн бұрын

The prices are not okay unless you have a lot of money, then it doesn't matter!

Great review UA. The original was actually torn down. Nice to see the comeback. I don’t do the relish. Mustard, kraut and onions. I think you would have liked better. Thanks 👋🏽

awesome video as always UA! it's amazing you were on the local news! keep up the hard work. and keep keeping us informed and entertained. 👍🏻

@uaeats

13 күн бұрын

Yeah that was cool! They actually asked me a lot about my channel too, and how I vlog and why I chose this restaurant etc. I was hoping some of that would make it into the news report but I get that they need to make cuts.

There’s this place in Bushwick called Santa salsa that has even better hotdogs than papaya, the best I’ve had in my life in my opinion and this is from somebody that was born and raised in Coney Island, and grew up with Nathan’s. You should definitely go there and try it out.

@gregggyf

13 күн бұрын

What would be the cost of one plain frankfurter?

@Allenryan819

13 күн бұрын

@@gregggyf they are no plan Hot dogs.

@gregggyf

13 күн бұрын

@@Allenryan819 They would not sell a hot dog plain?

Growing up on the UES, we ate there often! They're good, but it's the nostalgia for me. And, I caught you on CBS!

Those prices are pretty crazy and I live in Los Angeles lol. Most important question though, are there free refills??

@gregggyf

13 күн бұрын

Free refills?....... DEFINITELY NOT. : )

Glad they are back. A classic. All hot dog places are charging more . Crazy now

I saw you on the news! ❤

We saw you filming why our other KZreadr was filming lol

baked by Melissa catching strays😂

LOVE THIS PLACE!! lived on UES for 4 years - Papaya King was right outside 86th street subway.....love the mustard...and fwiw the prices are WAY different!!! I hope it tastes the same

I used to go to the original all the time when I lived up there. Get them with sauerkraut and onions, and add mustard. They call them “home runs” when ordered that way. The dogs themselves are outstanding and better than most at any price. Great garlicky salty flavor, and great snap, and they always get a nice sear on the griddle. Perfect with a tropical drink.

The first time I went to New York I went to papaya. That juice is just simply amazing.

Next time you go there, add sea salt. I use a small seasoning dispenser that hangs as a key chain on my set of keys. Game changer. Enhanced flavor every time.

@uaeats

13 күн бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@unknown183

13 күн бұрын

@@uaeats You got it. I saw the other YTber who was filming the same time as you. He acted very professional and didn't want to disturb your filming. A real stand up guy who only reviews hot dogs. He did spot you but he didn't want to impose.

@gregggyf

13 күн бұрын

@@unknown183 Good Afternoon, Would you happen to recollect the name of that KZreadr's channel? Thank you.

@unknown183

13 күн бұрын

@@gregggyf Look up Chris Hot Dog.

UA: WOW! They must be paying a lot of rent to charge those inflated prices! New Yorkers are very lucky to have the street carts with all beef dogs at very reasonable prices!😅😅

I saw the interview too. 😁😁😊😊

Haven’t been to Papaya’s yet, but Rutt’s Hut Rippers and Pink’s in LA for their Chili Dogs are my top places

The papaya wars in the 80’s awarded us hot dogs for .50 cents….the good old days .

I remember the recession special when your a kid and hungry 2 dogs and a orange drink was hard to beat

I used to go to one of the Papaya knockoffs in the 1990s and early 2000s. For six bucks, you could get two hot dogs and a drink. Prices are getting ridiculous.

We saw you filming in Chris’ hot dog channel video before you posted.. You got lots of love in his comments.. I hope you are subscribed to him.. He gave you a semi-shout-out calling you a fellow KZreadr..😅.. It was kinda meta..

@churchofbrap876

13 күн бұрын

Chris still walking around NYC looking for a Thug Martha colab

New music too, like both the original and new music!

Loved going to the OG location at 86th and 3rd in the late 80s and early 90s. The King is much better than Rutts Hutt. The new joint is definitely on my list and I hope they have merch.

I dont want a movie theater hot dog, i want a papaya king hot dog - cosmo kramer

Guess they have to pay the costs for the new location. I'm sad because I never got to eat at the old location, but those prices 😮 At least UA was on CBS 2 NY!

I am happy that they reopened!

Where's the cooked red onions topping??...! Love their Orange drink!

Can u do a review of the hotel riu buffet(Times Square) . I've seen the breakfast buffet but they supposedly also have a dinner buffet nobody has posted.

Love this guy!

7-11 has become the new Papaya King in Toronto. For its birthday, 2 x quarter lb dogs for $3.99 CAD (or $2.93 USD,) given the BOGO special in 2024.

@latexdrc

13 күн бұрын

Okay will try it

in my day was 1.50 for a dog at paypaya. glad to see them back they make great franks. late nights out hits the spot

Half the price of a Katz’s Pastrami Rueben for two Hot Dogs 🌭 I’ll take the Pastrami Rueben 🥪 Should be ashamed of themselves for charging that.

You almost make me want to go to New York.

Great video UA. I’m the guy that generally criticizes your videos (backwards image etc) but I must say your content and personality always shine so I must apologize for my criticism. I’m glad your channel keeps growing!

@uaeats

11 күн бұрын

Hey don't worry about it! I'm all for constructive criticism and sharing of opinions as long as people keep things civil. No need to apologize but I do appreciate the kind message!

@dsvillalva

11 күн бұрын

@@uaeats yeah Bro it’s your personality that comes through and you try all the spots I wish I could if I lived in the NYC area. Keep being yourself and keep being honest in all your reviews!

UA. Back in the day, talking about the 80s, the King was the go to spot. Hands down the best dog in NYC.

UA should do more Jersey content. Jersey has a very diverse and amazing culinary scene.

manos papaya in astoria was the vibes

Can you make a video on the top-rated restaurants in Little Italy in Manhattan?

I lived here all my life. It used to be really cheap and when it changed I never went back.

Your Wegman’s may have Hofmann reds and white snappy grillers. Gotta try them UA.

Nice!

Had sourkraut w onions was good and spicy mustard w chili was delicious🌭🌭

I guess I just have too much anxiety disorder. I would feel so awkward pointing a camera at myself and talking in front of the whole restaurant lmaoo

@brozors

13 күн бұрын

And it seems like everyone can hear him talk badly about the food 😂

If you ever go to Monmouth County, NJ please try Windmill hot dogs. The one in Long Branch is the original.

Bro, I’m actually a subscriber to your channel. I watched your second review of, Peter Luger’s today. You have a tendency to elaborate TOO much…. I’m just saying.