Barbecues, ball games and camp-outs—these popular summertime activities wouldn’t be the same without hot dogs! From east coast to west, each city has its own take on the best dog, inspiring intense, fan-like devotion. These hot dogs are as diverse as the cities they represent, demonstrating a combination of culinary creativity and civic pride.
Chicago Dog
New Jersey Dog
Jersey is home to a variety of hot dog styles, but the Italian Dog is their signature. It’s a hot dog in thick pizza bread topped with onions, peppers and deep fried potatoes.
New York Dog
Philadelphia Dog
Philly’s not just for cheesesteaks! The City of Brotherly Love is also the origin of this all-beef hot dog featuring a fish cake inside the bun. Often topped with a sweet, vinegary slaw and spicy mustard, it’s a party for the senses.
Atlanta Dog
Alaska Dog
It may be called the “Reindeer Dog,” but surprisingly it’s not actually made from reindeer meet, but rather typically caribou. It’s sometimes served in a steamed bun with grilled onions sautéed in cola. Yum!
Seattle Dog
California Dog
While many different hot dog varieties are sold throughout the country’s most populous state, the one most unique to California is a bacon-wrapped hot dog served with grilled onions and peppers. Because doesn’t bacon (or turkey-bacon, if you prefer) make everything better?
Kansas City Dog
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