Tony Packo’s
Potato and Cheese Pierogis, Smoked Paprika Ranch Sauce
Chili Cheese Fries
Chicken Paprikas
Cucumber Salad
Packo’s Original Hot Dog, Pickles, Peppers
Bread Pudding, Vanilla Ice Cream, Whipped Cream
Apple Strudel
Since 1932 Tony Packo’s has been slinging Sausage and Sauce to East Toledo, the Restaurant that M*A*S*H made synonymous with The Glass City having since expanded past Front Street though the original still stands proud.
A story of Hungarian immigrants, Tony Packo learning his trade at Consaul Tavern with his brother, it was during the Great Depression that Packo began slicing Kolbasz and serving it on Hot Dog Buns with spicy Sauce, Mustard and Onions.
Eventually coined the “Hungarian Hot Dog,” a tradition of signed Buns started in 1972 by Burt Reynolds, 2022 finds prices raised from 5 cents to $3.99 while the menu has expanded to encompass an “Eastern European Kitchen.”
Still decorated similar to the 70s, a dimly-lit tavern with comfy booths and a gift shop peddling Pickles and Peppers, guests will now find Chili Fries adjacent Pierogis or Roast Beef on Rye, though those seeking a highlight beyond the Sausage should strongly consider Chicken Paprikas made the old-fashioned way over Nokedli.
Also offered on Secor, at the Ball Park and by mail, a rift in the family leading to significant monetization, Desserts include seasonal Strudel that shatters in layers plus a sizable wedge of steamy Bread Pudding complete with Whip and Ice Cream.
www.tonypacko.com