Let’s face it: the heyday of the hot dog has come and gone.
Today, in America, fast-foodhamburgersand cheeseburgers rule supremethough the chicken sandwich is certainly a top draw as well.
This a hefty, stomach-filling dog too with 520 calories, so be careful with the other toppings.
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Nathan’s Famous
Nathan’s entire history is predicated on the hot dog.
Indeed, it’s the hot dogs for which Nathan’s Famous is famous.
(Note: many of Nathan’s locations are delivery-only these days.)
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you’re able to also get a veggie dog or Polish sausage with the works.
It’s an elegantly simple example of this pure American eat.
The dog is grilled and served on a toasted bun with ketchup and mustard.
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You canask for it to be dressed up more, but it honestly it doesn’t need it.
It does not get more basic or elegant thanDairy Queen’s all-beef hot dog.
Shake Shack
Fun fact: The original Shake Shack location was actually a hot dog cart.
Portillo’s
The chain also has Coney Dogs and Coney Cheese Dogs, as well.
And for a small bite, try the five- or 10-piece Corn Dog Nuggets.
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