Bay Street Dawgs is a welcomed addition

By Jasmine Hall Voice Staff

If you’re looking for a quick bite to eat, stop by Bay Street Dawgs at 108 Bay St. in downtown Daytona Beach. You will be glad you did.

The owner and chef Gary Tolla was born and raised in a small town in Connecticut and has lived in Florida for 20 years. A professionally trained chef with many years of experience, he opened Bay Street Dawgs two years ago.

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with picnic tables lawn chairs and umbrellas in various colors.

Meanwhile, Tolla said he is constantly looking for ways to make things better. He appreciates ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of each and every one of his clients.

The shop is open Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Prices range from $5.25 to $6.50 for the hotdogs. He also offers sides including steak fries, onion petals, fried mushrooms, chili cheese fries and zucchini sticks. You can pay with cash, card , apple pay and android pay.

He previously worked with large companies including the Marriott hotel chain. He also was the owner and chef of Tolla’s Italian Deli cafe in Winter Park, Florida.

Tolla said he opened Bay Street Dawgs so he would have more time to himself. He orders his hot dogs from the Hummel Dogs in New Haven, Connecticut. They typically sell hot dogs that are 8-to-10 inches long. The hot dog buns, meanwhile, come from a vendor in Massachusetts.

Everything, including the chili, cheddar cheese sauce, sauerkraut, etc., is prepared from scratch, according to Tolla. He said the chili and cheese, or "Jack" as it is referred to on the menu, is the most popular hotdog.

During a recent visit, I ended up ordering the Junkyard dog. The 8-inch hot dog was placed on a hotdog bun that had been toasted with butter. It had chili, grilled onions, cheese sauce, mushrooms, and peppers, as well as a pickle on the side. It was served on brown parchment paper and placed in a red basket for a tidy presentation.

They not only offer delicious meals, but also comfortable outdoor sitting. It is adorned