Who let the dogs out? 15+ places to get your hot dog fix this summer
Roll up your sleeves. Drizzle the mustard. Keep the Tums on standby. It’s time to dig into local hot dogs 🌭😋
This article originally ran in 2025. It has been updated.
Hot diggity dog! Happy National Hot Dog Day. If you’re looking to celebrate, there are plenty of places in the Capital Region flinging franks.
Between Japanese-inspired hot dogs, chili cheese Coney dogs, Korean corn dogs and of course, the classic hot dog, the Red Stick is home to many tasty options. Here’s where to find them. Mmm… this list makes us want a hot dog real bad!
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Dearman’s Diner
7633 Jefferson Hwy.
Blast to the past at Dearman’s Diner for a hot dog. The restaurant, which dates to the ’50s, has that classic hot dog we all know and love. This Wednesday, July 16, 3-5 p.m., Dearman’s is having a buy-one, get-one deal for hot dogs to celebrate National Hot Dog Day.
The Sportsbook
777 L’Auberge Ave. (inside L’Auberge Casino Hotel)
It’s best to play on a full stomach. So, between playing slots, stop into the ESPN BET Sportsbook to grab a footlong Coney topped with house chili, sharp cheddar, jalapeno and sweet onion relish.
Frankie’s Dawg House
2318 Cedarville Ave.
6166 Siegen Ln.
The dog-friendly hot dog joint isn’t shy about toppings on its gourmet dogs. Bring your favorite furry friend by Frankie’s for dawgs like the Lobster Dawg, topped with lump lobster meat, spinach, grilled onions and a creamy tomato sauce, and the Situation Dawg, topped with mac and cheese and bacon.
Iverstine Butcher
7731 Perkins Rd.
Try a trio of hot dogs at Iverstine Butcher. Choose between the Chicago dog, Chimi Slaw dog and chili cheese dog. Or just get a plain wiener and customize it yourself with toppings.
Oni
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This Asian street food pop-up offers unique versions of the hot dog with Japanese toppings and ingredients. Try the Japadog, an all-beef dog with Kewpie mayo, furikake, house-made eel sauce and fried shallots. Or if you want something a little extra, consider the Snowdog, which is the same as the Japadog but is also topped with snowkrab salad.
Zee Zee’s Kitchen + Cocktails
2943 Perkins Rd.
A recent addition to this bar’s menu is a lineup of hot dogs, including a hot dog tower for those who can’t decide which to order. Standouts on the hot dog menu include the Pigs N a Quilt, a bacon-wrapped hot dog in a pretzel bun; and the BLT hot dog, featuring mayo, lettuce and bacon crumbles. The tower comes with fries, dipping sauces and four Franks of your choice.
What about Korean corn dogs?
These “corn dogs” are typically filled with either meat or cheese, or a combination of both. The fillings are stuck on a stick and usually dipped in a rice batter. Korean corn dogs are also known for being rolled in fun toppings like potato cubes, crushed ramen noodles or Flamin’ Hot Cheetos dust. While they aren’t exactly the classic bunned dogs, there are some great Korean corn dog options around the Capital Area.
Mochinut
7673 Perkins Rd. (inside MoMo Tea)
Oh K-Dog
5271 Highland Rd.
Other spots to find hot dogs
Bull Chicks
11135 Coursey Blvd.
Burgersmith
18303 Perkins Rd.
3613 Perkins Rd.
Five Guys
7415 Corporate Blvd.
14640 Village Market St.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steak Burgers
6464 Siegen Ln.
13636 Millerville Greens Blvd.
14659 Airline Hwy.
Frostop
402 Government St.
The Meltdown Snoballs
13446 Jefferson Hwy.
2625 Highland Rd.
6243 LA-1, Brusly
648 W. Main St., New Roads
MooYah
6555 Siegen Ln.
9730 Bluebonnet Blvd.
Original New Orleans Poboy and Seafood
526 Florida Ave. SW, Denham Springs
Pastime Restaurant
252 South Blvd.
River Queen Drive Inn
120 S Alexander Ave., Port Allen
Smash City
159 W. State St.
Wienerschnitzel
2948 Highland Rd.
