With a Super Fly movie poster over the cash register, you know you're not on the Westside when ordering at Earlez Grille in the 'hood (South of the 10 freeway on Crenshaw Boulevard), which is featured in this week's tale of the pup video. Seared on huge metal grills over an open flame, these wieners come out of the kitchen charred to perfection. With about 25 years of grilling experience, the Earle brothers, Cary and Duane (it's a family-run business, Mom joined in after she retired 15 years ago), have developed a unique way of turning out their tube steaks. They butterfly and/or slice each wiener for an even sear. I like this technique; it's a savory variation over conventional steaming.
Every day has a special. On Monday the Veggie Dog drops a dollar to just $2, and on Saturday a Beef or Turkey Dog cost $1.25. Click here for the full menu.
The hot dog is dressed typically, with the extra choice of a New York-style topping of garlic-spiked tomato sauce and cooked onions. Ask for the sweetly smoky BBQ sauce on your hot dog sometimes, it works! Chili and cheese costs extra. Now about the chili --the recipe comes from former owner Jack (customers drove from all over L.A. for his Chili Over Rice - still served). Thick, rich, and meaty, it is spiced just right. I had it over fries, but I liked it best over the Spicy Beef Link (the link was not too hot, and its fine-ground texture is pleasing).
Talking to Duane, I found out that half his customers order vegan. And to keep them coming back, almost every meaty item has a veggie counterpart, including chili, hot dogs, burgers, tamales, and a Vegan Cupcake. Buns are white or wheat. Orders include a complementary tasty coleslaw with raisins - this item is off the menu, so be sure to ask for it.
With an Expo Metro Line rail station being built on Exposition Boulevard, just outside their north-facing windows, business is looking up!
So check out my latest video for Hot Dogz In The 'Hood -- brought to your home computer screen with funky fresh flavors, colorful clientele, and "Mom".
Talking to Duane, I found out that half his customers order vegan. And to keep them coming back, almost every meaty item has a veggie counterpart, including chili, hot dogs, burgers, tamales, and a Vegan Cupcake. Buns are white or wheat. Orders include a complementary tasty coleslaw with raisins - this item is off the menu, so be sure to ask for it.
Earlez Grille - Video
Play it here. The video runs 7 minutes, 20 seconds.
Play it here. The video runs 7 minutes, 20 seconds.
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99 thanks to the Earlez Grille chefs and customers!
Earle's On Crenshaw (latest address as of 2024)
3864 Crenshaw Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90008
Phone: 323) 299-BUNS
Website: click here
Monday-Saturday 10am-9pm
Daily Specials (prices from 2010)
Monday: Veggie Dog $2
and 4 piece Wings with Gravy and Rice, or Fries $4.99
Tuesday: Skinny Fries $1.25
Wednesday: Veggie Burger $3.50
Thursday: Turkey Burger $4
Friday: Spicy Beef Link $2.50
Saturday: Beef or Turkey Dog $1.25
Didn't get your fill of Earlez regal Mom? For an extra fun video minute here's a "Mom Makes School Lunch" story, check it out below!
1 comment:
That's my spot been looking for it I remember when it was the chili factory they still got the same deal on Mondays the 4 wings with rice and gravy💣💣🔥🔥 love it I'll be there this coming Monday
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