Essie’s Original Hot Dog Shop since 1960
The semester done, Oakland sidewalks and streets deserted. We’d driven Laura and James to the South Side to meet Celeste. On the way back I was a passenger and got a few views of The “O”or “The Dirty O” at the corner of Bouquet St. and Forbes. Through the windshield at the red light. Caught the close-up as the light turned green. Three towers of dorm behind. Scroll down for both views. If you are into hot dogs, this is the place. And a mountain of fresh fries spilling out onto the tray. I am sure there are plenty of stories. Late night adventures at the “O”.
Everything seems empty without the students.
Neon lights wrap around the corner at Forbes and Bouquet Streets.
A family fun spot..great shots, Ruth…..brings back tons of wonderful memories…
May 17, 2010 at 9:12 am
My kids and I were just talking about the fact that I’ve never been to the O – they keep promising to take me when they come in – we’ll see – i love how it stands out in the dusk
May 17, 2010 at 9:30 am
that restaurant is like a right of passage to oakland
May 17, 2010 at 11:05 pm