List of hot dog restaurants

List of hot dog restaurants refers to a compilation of dining establishments that primarily serve hot dogs, a popular type of sausage often served in a sliced bun with various condiments and toppings. This list includes both chain restaurants and independent establishments that have gained recognition for their hot dogs.

Hot Dog Chain Restaurants

Nathan's Famous is an American fast food chain known for its hot dogs. Founded in 1916 in Coney Island, New York, it has since expanded to multiple locations across the United States and internationally.

Wienerschnitzel is an American fast food chain that specializes in hot dogs. Founded in 1961, it is recognized as the world's largest hot dog chain.

Portillo's is a chain of restaurants that specialize in serving Chicago-style food such as hot dogs, Italian beef, and burgers. It was founded in 1963 in Villa Park, Illinois.

Sonic Drive-In is an American drive-in fast-food restaurant chain known for its variety of hot dogs. It was founded in 1953 in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

Independent Hot Dog Restaurants

Hot Doug's was a Chicago-based restaurant famous for its unique and gourmet hot dogs. It operated from 2001 to 2014.

Rutt's Hut is a restaurant in Clifton, New Jersey, known for its deep-fried hot dogs, also known as "Rippers".

Pink's Hot Dogs is a landmark hot dog restaurant in the Hollywood district of Los Angeles. It was founded in 1939 and is famous for its celebrity clientele and extensive menu of unusual hot dog combinations.

Crif Dogs is a hot dog restaurant in New York City's East Village, known for its creative hot dog variations and late-night service.

See Also

• Hot dog
• Hot dog variations
• List of sausage dishes
• List of fast food restaurant chains

This is a non-exhaustive food and drink related list.

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