This place is classic Cleveland. Poor, rich, whatever...they make you feel welcome and also like you've been transported through time (although nothing looks like it did when installed probably 50 years ago). It's been some time since I've been back, but when I am in Cleveland this is THE place to get a chili dog, bar none. I live in Chicago and the places here don't touch the chili dog at Hot Dog Inn.
I was introduced to this place in the 80s as a kid by my dad who used to go there as a kid. I have fond memories of going to this place. We even got take out in a limo once which I think probably doesn't happen often in this joint.
We usually get a box of 10-20 or everyone and I've never had anyone I've taken there say they don't like it.
Area is a little on the sketchy side, particularly if you don't know the west side of Cleveland.
Love this place.