I knew I'd make it here one day and last Saturday, during a tour of the Pitt campus, I was provided the perfect opportunity to pop in and give this place a try without going out of my way.  And I'll say it...I'm glad I didn't cross the Birmingham Bridge just  for this.  Still, something about it is charming and authentic and well, original.  And the food wasn't allll bad.  \n\nFirst the good:  The fries were plentiful and amazing.  I realize they probably never change the frying oil but I'm sure that's exactly what makes them so tasty.  And the gravy...get the gravy!!  It elevates the fry experience to a whole new level.   Also tried these fries with cheese; plain ol' ketchup; and bare naked.  Delicious any way you go.  \n\nThe disgusting: The hot dog.  I'm sorry but I don't get the hype.  I like my hot dogs plump, juicy and preferably all-beef.  This was shriveled, crunchy, crusty, overcooked, and well...I don't know what's in a hot dog but it wasn't all beef.  I realized after ordering that you can in fact order an all-beef dog, but that leads me to the next point....\n\nThe confusing:  I know this is part of the charm and what makes this place an \"institution\" in Pittsburgh and a gripe from a newcomer is worth about a penny, but wow.  The menu is super busy and all over the place...leading me to miss the all-beef dog option. And I had absolutely no idea where to physically place my order (dogs in one section, fries in another, beer/pizza in another!!!).  Fortunately it was mid afternoon, not too crowded, and a polite kid behind the counter had a surprising amount of patience with me.  \n\nIf for no other reason than a six pack of beer, I'm sure I'll be back at some point during my time as a part-time Pitt student.