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<title>blogTO Recent Comments: Man Bites Dog: Buddha Dog's Tasty Paradox</title>
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<title>Missed</title>
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The lay out of the place is amazing, the atmosphere is inviting, the staff are friendly, the sauces are great.  Unfortunately the dogs have a weird consistency and the buns are a touch soggy.  For a place with so many choices it is surprising that there is only one choice of dog and bun.  The prices are fine when you consider the quality of the ingredients.  Service could be faster.

Alotta people here seem to be pissed based on principle,  which is stupid.  Everyone calm down, we're talking hot dogs here.  I think its a tat presumptuous to assume we could predict Buddha's reaction to an organic hot dog shop.  And its great to support local places that in turn support local farming, but come on, you don't have to love every decision they make.  

Hot dogs have no political affiliation except the ones we attach to them.  Or maybe I'm wrong and the next round of Stephen Harper ads should include his favorite type of meat tube so that I can choose my government based on food preferences.  Feel free to disagree.   

And alex... mustaches are awesome.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c720279</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:39:54 PST</pubDate>
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<title>MBK</title>
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Carina's comment hits it. I moved to the city fairly recently...the simplest way I can put it is...

Get over yourself.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c714005</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:55:04 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>alex</title>
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to all of you who hated buddha dog, that's fine. but how about you remember that NOT EVERYONE has the same taste, and if you don't appreciate unique pairings and somewhat gourmet tastes, then go home, make your kraft dinner, smoother it in ketchup, and call it a day. maybe trim your moustache while you're at it. ]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c678170</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:56:37 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Drew</title>
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I just went to Buddah Dog in Picton on the weekend and thought they were great.  Friendly service, tasty dogs and an absolutely fantastic maple butter tart.  If all you're looking to do is stuff your face, then Buddah isn't the place for you.  However, all foodies will love this different concept for a hot dog.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c673360</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 16:04:52 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>MMC</title>
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We went to the famous Buddha Dog today for the first time to see what all the negativity was about.  We loved it!!  The service was wonderful, the food was great and the atmosphere was lovely.  We will definitely be going back.  For all those Negative Nellies commenting on the size of the dogs, that is the point of the place, to have a little taste of something different.  If you want something vegetarian, there is a great grilled cheese option so nobody is left out!!]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c650794</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:19:53 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Howard</title>
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The dogs are over prices, and there was nothing so special about it. ]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c650498</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 21:40:46 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Carina from PEC</title>
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Where ever you're from I'm not sure why you think you can pass judgement on how successful this restaurant is when you do not live in Picton. I have lived in Picton my entire life and I loved Buddha Dog from the day they opened. The restaurant is everything our community is about, supporting one another and not to mention I find the dogs delicious. You've missed the point entirely. This restaurant uses all local ingredients and that's what makes it appealing, healthly (not full of presevatives like most lunch options here) and mouth watering! The meat is from a 3rd generation butcher in Wellingtion whom we all know and love. The buns are baked fresh everyday from the bakery I have gone to since I was a young child, The Pastry House (not to mention Peter the chef is a hoot), the cheeses come from our local cheese factory, Black River and the sauces are made with local ingredients (mostly organic from Vickis Veggies) and crafted by world famous chefs from around the area (Mike Potters, Lily and Mike Sullivan). There are so many different combinations that you can tailor several different dogs to your favourite flavours (point of the dogs being small). I prefer sweet and spicey. I get 4 dogs almost everytime and love to get the local, fresh organic salads in the summer. I literally eat there at least 3 times a week and when you live in a small town, local gourmet is much nicer then our other 2 on-the-go options; pizza and subs. And for about $10 for 4 I'm full and it costs about the same as a sub would. Oh and when I was a student they gave us a discount, and also knew us all by name everytime we came in. If you call that bad service .. then I'm not sure what would please you. Perhaps you went in on a busy day and weren't able to get their full 5* treatment. But Picton is still just reemerging into the tourism scene and most locals are not used to having to deal with impatient, unfriendly city folk, it takes time to numb yourself to people with the go-go-go rush-rush-rush mentality. Don't get me wrong, street meat is good but I'd take local fare anyday to support my community and to enjoy the health benefits. Street meat and Buddha dogs are on 2 different playing fields and I find it insulting to even compare the 2. In short, why don't you just stick to the city life and leave our small town for those who appreciate a more slow paced community based lifestyle.]]>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 18:38:38 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>jack</title>
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i guess size does matter?]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c615209</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:22:14 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>theresa</title>
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Ah, Buddha!  Ah, Buddha Dog!  We have enjoyed many Buddha Dogs over the years.  We love the sweetly dense buns, the tiny (no burp) dogs and the delightfully fresh toppings. 

These doggies should never be compared to street-meat or carnival offerings.  They're Buddha Dogs.  The owners, Mac and Hunter - the Andrews - are delightful people who are very community spirited.  They have helped to move The County from ordinary to extra-Black-River-Cheddar-cheese-ordinary.  

To know the Andrews is to love'em.  Thanks for being one-with-everything guys!]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c610153</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2009 15:30:13 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Randal</title>
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I stopped in Picton and tried the Buddha Dog.  The dog tasted fine but the real enjoyment comes from knowing that the ingredients are local, fresh, and support a more intelligent way of sourcing and eating food.  If you like Wal Mart and Bic Macs you won't like Buddha Dog, but if you have taste and a concious you will really enjoy the time spent there.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c608046</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2009 10:34:13 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>jane</title>
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i don't get all the negativity towards this place. i try to support all local businesses. unless they treat their customers really poorly. which i don't think they do here. i don't mind buddha dog. i don't consider it a meal just a nice treat to have. i like the atmosphere and the staff has always been really nice when i've been there. if you want a "normal" hot dog you can go to a stand. you can't really compare the two. if you don't like buddha dog then don't go but i don't think they have done anything that offensive to warrant all the really negative comments.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c598018</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 10:33:26 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>jane</title>
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i don't get all the negativity towards this place. i try to support all local businesses. unless they treat their customers really poorly. which i don't think they do here. i don't mind buddha dog. i don't consider it a meal just a nice treat to have. i like the atmosphere and the staff has always been really nice when i've been there. if you want a "normal" hot dog you can go to a stand. you can't really compare the two. if you don't like buddha dog then don't go but i don't think they have done anything that offensive to warrant all the really negative comments.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c598017</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 10:33:03 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>kelly</title>
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I don't understand people who say the buddha dogs are too small, portion wise one dog plus a salad or a side of soup is the perfect sized lunch. It seems as though lots of reviewers here eat way bigger portions than they should.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c596186</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 10:35:32 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Stephen van Egmond</title>
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I live in the neighbuorhood and like it as an occasional treat. You have to like your food small and fussy, and this is firmly in the quality over quantity department. It's a nice place to drop in on while you're strolling down Roncies or heading over to the park for a picnic.  You wouldn't go here to impress somebody.

I really think they could make an excellent secondary business selling some of their condiments.

They have some balls with their choice of name, I have to say. It still bugs me.

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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c585727</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:48:52 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>wiseman</title>
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Running business by using a holy being's name is a blasphemy. The profits you earn and the gluttony pleasure you get are eating your luck away definitely.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c530914</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 09:01:48 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Tristan</title>
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All these comments except for a few are negative. If you don't like it don't talk about it and most defintely don't write things that will make them go out of buisness. Viva la Buddha Hotdog]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c458503</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 13:00:07 PST</pubDate>
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<title>Eric S. Smith</title>
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These hot dogs are fun, and they go very nicely with a glass of the Sandbanks Baco Noir.  You're paying a premium for the novelty and the quality of the tiny little dogs -- it's a treat.

(As for the Buddha business, I thought that everybody knew that joke.  The irony is that, what with the fancy minimalist preparation, you can't actually get one with everything.)]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c342892</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 15:35:37 PST</pubDate>
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<title>Trudy</title>
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The Buddha would roll over in his grave knowing they are using his name to sell dead animals.  DISGUSTING!!!!  I wouldn't step foot in the blasphemous place.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c318956</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:52:10 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Matt</title>
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The jury is still out for me on this place.  The first time I went it was delicious, but I had some brutal indigestion afterwords, and so did my fiance.  I went for the second time on Tuesday night just before they closed.  The meat was tough and the dog was mostly cold. The sauces were good however.

I'm going to give it a couple more shots because the guys who work there seem decent and the atmosphere is pretty great.  If they are succesful in getting their liquor license then it will likely become more of an evening destination; but if the beer is on the same price scale as the dogs, which themselves are a tad ridiculous: $2 for a 3 1/2" dog is not a good business model, no matter how good the ingredients.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2007/08/man_bites_dog_buddha_dogs_tasty_paradox/#c309492</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 10:43:58 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Franco</title>
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um, so where are the "good" well priced non pretentious eateries around Bloor West, please fill me in.

That last comment was retarded by the way, what the hell?? At least say something constructive, yo.

I'm going back and I  told a bunch of other people to go...is that bad?]]>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2008 12:11:36 PDT</pubDate>
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