American Hot Dogs

Cheese dogs are one of the numerous hot dog varieties found in the United States. The group includes cheese-infused varieties of the classic wiener hot dogs. The cheese can be incorporated in the sausage, spread on a bun, or additionally placed on... READ MORE

A corn dog consists of processed meat on a stick that is dipped in corn meal batter and deep-fried. It is a wildly popular snack (and hot dog variation) throughout the United States of America. Corn dogs are typically found at county fairs, carniv... READ MORE

Chicago-style hot dog's history begins with street cart hot dog vendors who first started selling them during the harsh times of the Great Depression. Chicago dog was born as the vendors offered a flavorful, hot meal on a bun and started selling i... READ MORE

Chili dog is an American creation consisting of a sausage in a standard bun, topped with chili sauce and other ingredients depending on personal preferences, such as onions or cheese. The dish is often sold at numerous street stands, local eaterie... READ MORE

Contrary to popular belief, Coney dog, also called the Coney Island hot dog didn't start on Coney Island, New York. It was invented in Michigan, and three businesses claim to be its original birthplace - American Coney Island in ... READ MORE

One of the street foods that are synonymous with Chicago, the Maxwell Street Polish sandwich is said to have been created in 1943 by a Macedonian immigrant Jimmy Stefanovic who operated a hot dog stand - now called Jim's Original... READ MORE

Cheese Coneys are a staple of Cincinnati, consisting of a steamed bun that is split and filled with a beef or pork sausage in natural casing, freshly chopped onions, Cincinnati chili, and heaps of grated cheese (usually Cheddar). Mustard ... READ MORE

In Boston, hot dogs are typically served steamed, unlike many other hot dog varieties which are grilled. These hot dogs are often served with baked beans, a true Bostonian staple. The buns should not be large, and they are traditionally cut on the... READ MORE

Polish boy is the signature sandwich of Cleveland, Ohio, consisting of a kielbasa sausage, coleslaw, fries, and barbecue sauce in a bun. It is believed that Polish boy was most likely invented by a restaurant owner named Virgil Whitmore in the 194... READ MORE

Seattle dog is a variety of a hot dog consisting of a toasted bun and a sausage that is topped with cream cheese, barbecue sauce, cabbage, and a large amount of grilled onions. There are numerous varieties of the hot dog throughout Seattle, and al... READ MORE

Bagel dog is a variety of a hot dog consisting of a regular or small-sized hot dog sausage wrapped in bagel dough. Visually, it is quite similar to pigs in a blanket. This street food staple is especially popular in New York City, Cincinn... READ MORE

Italian hot dog was invented in Newark, New Jersey and consists of large loaves of pizza bread (with a hole in the middle) which are quartered, sliced, then filled with deep-fried sausages, onions, peppers, and crispy fried potatoes that are soft ... READ MORE

Carolina-style hot dogs consist of hot dog sausages in a split bread roll. They are characterized by an established set of condiments including slaw, onions, and chili. The hot dogs are sometimes topped with mustard which either acts as a substitu... READ MORE

Despite the name, Michigan hot dogs are practically unknown in Michigan. They are traditionally produced in New York State and Québec. This tasty street food staple consists of a long steamed roll and a steamed hot dog sausage in natural ca... READ MORE

Although Dodger dogs are produced for the masses, it is also a tradition, a staple, and a part of Dodgers baseball culture. This hot dog variety was invented in the 1960s, and its producer, Farmer John, sells more than 3 million of Dodger... READ MORE

This hot dog variety is a street food staple in Washington D.C., made with a mildly smoked beef and pork sausage in a natural casing as the key ingredient. This sausage is thicker than the average hot dog sausage, the meat is ground more coarsely,... READ MORE

Idaho hot dog consists of a skinless hot dog that is baked inside a hollowed-out potato. The concoction is then split open and topped with chives, bacon bits, and sour cream. This hot dog variety is also known as Idaho super tuber, and on... READ MORE

This hot dog variety consists of a kosher beef sausage that is fried with bologna slices until golden brown and slightly crispy. The sausage is then wrapped in bologna and placed in a split bread bun with a dill pickle spear. The whole dish is add... READ MORE

Slaw dog is a hot dog variety originating from West Virginia. It consists of a grilled or steamed hot dog, bread, chili (often called sauce), onions, and slaw. These soft and messy hot dogs are typically served in a sturdy paper boat or s... READ MORE

Texas Tommy is a Pennsylvanian variety of a hot dog, consisting of a toasted bun filled with a split and grilled or fried hot dog sausage, crispy slices of bacon, and heaps of cheese. The earliest versions had sausages that were wrapped in bacon b... READ MORE

Even though it's hard to pinpoint the exact point in time when Fenway franks were invented, it is believed that they were first sold soon after the park's 1912 opening. Since then, these delicious hot dogs have become popular fan favorites at base... READ MORE

Reuben dog is an American hot dog variety that's believed to originate from New York City. In order to prepare it, split hot dog buns are topped with a hot dog sausage (often pan-fried in butter), Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dre... READ MORE

Reindeer dog is an Alaskan hot dog variety in which the sausages are made with caribou, pork, and beef. Apart from the split and grilled hot dog, the steamed bun is topped with Coca-Cola-deglazed onions, mustard, and cream cheese, ... READ MORE

Dixie dog is a traditional hot dog variety that's believed to have origins in Huntington, West Virginia. It consists of a split hot dog roll and a blubbery hot dog sausage that's topped with chili sauce and creamy coleslaw. In West Virginia, Dixie... READ MORE

Ripper is a colloquial term for a unique kind of hot dog which is lightly deep-fried in oil, and as a result, some casings are known to burst or rip, giving the dish its name. This special hot dog was invented at Rutt's Hut, a restaurant ... READ MORE

Puka dog is a traditional hot dog variety originating from Hawaii. The word puka means hole in the native Hawaiian language, referring to the way the hot dog is served – a special, lightly sweet bun has a hole that's running down its length.... READ MORE

Chicago's take on the classic bacon-wrapped, deep-fried danger dog is called Francheezie - an all-beef hot dog split down the middle, and filled with either American cheese, Cheddar, or Velveeta; before being deep-fried. Just like the cla... READ MORE