Who let the dogs out? 15+ places to get your hot dog fix this summer

Hot diggity dog! National Hot Dog Day is almost upon us. If you’re looking to celebrate this Wednesday, July 16, 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 Highway

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.

ESPN BET 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 Lane

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 Road

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.

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 Road (inside MoMo Tea)

Oh K-Dog 

5271 Highland Road

Two Hands Fresh Corn Dogs

3260 Highland Road

Other spots to find hot dogs

Bull Chicks

11135 Coursey Blvd.

Burgersmith

18303 Perkins Road
3613 Perkins Road

Five Guys

7415 Corporate Blvd.
14640 Village Market St. 

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steak Burgers

6464 Siegen Lane
13636 Millerville Greens Blvd.
14659 Airline Highway

Frostop

402 Government St.

MooYah

6555 Siegen Lane
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 Road