Best Hot Dogs in TV.

[REDCART]

In 2008, Dee Dee’s Hot Dog House opened on Rollings Acres and 441. Unfortunately it closed in less than a year. Nathan’s in Walmart on 466 was another great hot dog experience until Wal-Mart’s refused to renew their lease circa 2010. So that pretty much leaves Toojays, the hot dog truck on 466, and the Home Depot hot dog stand for anyone with a craving for a quick hot dog. Unless of course someone knows of a hidden hot dog option that they’d like to share?

[Stu from NYC]

Sams has pretty good ones

[retiredguy123]

In 2008, Dee Dee’s Hot Dog House opened on Rollings Acres and 441. Unfortunately it closed in less than a year. Nathan’s in Walmart on 466 was another great hot dog experience until Wal-Mart’s refused to renew their lease circa 2010. So that pretty much leaves Toojays, the hot dog truck on 466, and the Home Depot hot dog stand for anyone with a craving for a quick hot dog. Unless of course someone knows of a hidden hot dog option that they’d like to share?
Five Guys

[JerryLBell]

The best hot dogs in The Villages are to be found at anybody in the know who goes to the "Koegels on the Road" events (usually twice a year) and buys Koegels Viennas in Natural Casings and hustles them home and throws them on the grill. This is a Michigan-based processed meat company who is so beloved by native Michiganders (myself included) that they would often pay more for shipping and handling than for the hot dogs themselves to by them by mail. Koegels wised up and started sending semi-trucks down to cities up and down the eastern seaboard to sell them at these events.

Michigan has its faults (the horrendous condition of the roads being WAY up there on the list) but they allegedly have the highest standards for processed meats in the country. Hot dogs made there are just better and Koegels is the best of the best. Now, I am obviously biased, but I've introduced several of our neighbors and friends (who are NOT from Michigan) to them and several of them now buy from the road events and say they are the best hot dogs they've ever tasted.

Now, if you just can't get Koegels, the guy that sells them in front of Home Depot (not sure if he's doing it anymore) has some decent dogs and some pretty good Coney sauce (essentially a chili sauce) on them.

[Nucky]

My House! #1

[Stu from NYC]

My House! #1

What time should we be there?:icon_wink:

[karostay]

The ones still on the shelf

[Kilmacowen]

I like mine simmered and then grilled. Put in a toasted, New England style bun with yellow mustard and home made relish.

[Two Bills]

Best Hot Dogs in TV.

Not sure, but a lot seem to be draged round TV on leashes during the heat of the day.

[Stu from NYC]

I like mine simmered and then grilled. Put in a toasted, New England style bun with yellow mustard and home made relish.

Lets compromise get rid of the relish and pile on the sauerkraut.

[Nucky]

What time should we be there?:icon_wink:

Man 'O Man do I wish we could. Maybe one day Stu. Anybody from N.Y. is welcome.

My wife cooks some doggies from Sams and the potato Bread and mustard from the Polish store in Leesburg and it's Heaven On Earth. I just gained 5 Lbs thinking about it!!

The Hot Dogs are Nathans 1/4 pounders! :coolsmiley:

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Neighbor is up north for a few months. She's bringing me back fresh (meaning - not even dead yet) Maine lobster off her in-law's lobster boat, and a pack of Hummel's all-beef skinless hotdogs. I'm not even sure which I'm looking forward to more, at this point: real lobster or real hotdogs. I think the only thing that could top this would be if she brought me a medium white clam pizza from the Modern.

[Gpsma]

There is no hot dog but nathans in Coney Island.

[Stu from NYC]

There is no hot dog but nathans in Coney Island.

Nathans are good but gotta be there. BTW my wife lived a block away.

[bob47]

If you're from western Massachusetts, THIS is a hot dog.

Frankfurters Archives - Blue Seal Kielbasa (https://bluesealkielbasa.com/product-category/frankfurters/)

[PatsyHedrick]

Scooples in Brownwood has a good hot dog and all the various toppings: sauerkraut, onions, chili, cheese, etc.

[raynan]

I miss Kayem's Old Tyme Hot Dogs. We used to get the 3lb box at BJ's and smaller packages were readily available in Mass. Their website says Publix is a retailer but have never seen them there in 10 years.

[kaydee]

Hofmann German Franks ...sold at Publix or Aldi’s. It’s an upstate NY product. The best!!!

[Alicat5977]

In 2008, Dee Dee’s Hot Dog House opened on Rollings Acres and 441. Unfortunately it closed in less than a year. Nathan’s in Walmart on 466 was another great 🌭 experience until Wal-Mart’s refused to renew their lease circa 2010. So that pretty much leaves Toojays, the hot dog truck on 466, and the Home Depot hot dog stand for anyone with a craving for a quick hot dog. Unless of course someone knows of a hidden hot dog option that
they’d like to share?

McCalls in Spanish Springs has an AWESOME Hot Dog

[Rwirish]

Your own grill cooks the best hotdog.

[Jeff5115]

Koegel is the best hot dog I have ever had. Also miss a real Michigan coney island.

[Nick B]

Take a ride to turnpike Mike's in the Summer Glen community off 484 and I 75.

[Paul1934]

Aside from my Golden girls, survival requires we bring a box each of Hummels Big Bites and regular Hummels WITH the skin.
If from VT, former getaway, it would be Mackenzie’s.

[rahart]

Buy Hoffman’s at Aldi’s! A staple brand from CNY.

[J1ceasar]

I buy turkey dogs due to heart attacks. Grill em till burnt and enjoy them on cheap a-s rolls w spicy mustard n relish .

[noslices1]

Chicago Firehouse Pizza & Pub in Leesburg has Vienna hot dogs from Chicago.

[Tommyc6]

Rudy’s dogs, he serves Boars head brand dogs, a road side stand in the Allstate insurance parking lot where 301 & 441 meet. 2 dogs, bag of chips, soda $6.00 and yes he has all the trimmings.

[bonrich]

Sahlens Hots in natural casing. Best dogs from Buffalo, NY. Available in Publix.

[pjwenz]

TP's hot dogs on 466 gets my vote. Sabretts with deli mustard and onion sauce.

[Babycakes]

Noooooo! Relish is the best! 😂👍🏻

[crash]

In 2008, Dee Dee’s Hot Dog House opened on Rollings Acres and 441. Unfortunately it closed in less than a year. Nathan’s in Walmart on 466 was another great hot dog experience until Wal-Mart’s refused to renew their lease circa 2010. So that pretty much leaves Toojays, the hot dog truck on 466, and the Home Depot hot dog stand for anyone with a craving for a quick hot dog. Unless of course someone knows of a hidden hot dog option that they’d like to share?

The Firehouse in Leesburg does Chicago dogs and beef topped dogs like Portillo in Chicago and best of all is a micro brewery. Also has pizza.

[Skunky1]

Downtown Leesburg

[Tommyc6]

Rudy’s he serves Boars Head brand with all the trimmings, 2 dogs, soda, chips $6.00. Located on 441/27 where it intersects with 301 in the Allstate insurance parking lot.

[PugMom]

Neighbor is up north for a few months. She's bringing me back fresh (meaning - not even dead yet) Maine lobster off her in-law's lobster boat, and a pack of Hummel's all-beef skinless hotdogs. I'm not even sure which I'm looking forward to more, at this point: real lobster or real hotdogs. I think the only thing that could top this would be if she brought me a medium white clam pizza from the Modern.

i miss the hummel brand, and grote & weigel. all i can find down here are all beef, why is that?

[greenflash245]

I don't partake, but herd people say Costco's dogs are to die for

[LucyP]

Sonic had a good hotdog. I usually get Long Island chili one.

[Chi-Town]

The Firehouse in Leesburg does Chicago dogs and beef topped dogs like Portillo in Chicago and best of all is a micro brewery. Also has pizza.

Chicago dogs, Italian beef, and thin crust pizza. Excellent combo meal.

[michellevanhaste]

Hot dog guy on 466.....dirty water dogs. Delicious, and the owner is so nice!!!

[Kgcetm]

You gotta go to Chicago Fire on Magnolia (one block of the square). Better than Nathans. The serve Vienna Beef natural casing hot dogs. Chicago style.

Beats Nathans.

[JanetMM]

Mustard and onions ONLY Yum!

[Westy]

City Fire has a great dog on their bar menu!

[MandoMan]

Sam’s Club. Big fat ones, boiled, in steamed buns. Yum!

[skroskey]

Lopez Pool Bar

[Villages Kahuna]

How about the Nathan’s jumbo dogs and waffle fries at Sam’s Club? The only downside is you don’t get a huge choice of toppings. But they’re pretty ‘doggone’ good with the mustard, relish and chopped onions provided. Bring your own celery salt to make them taste like a Chicago hot dog.

You can’t beat the price. Last time a hot dog and soft drink was less than $3 as I recall.

[Keedynat]

Paul’s hot dog stand in Brownwood on Saturday’s at the farmers market and I get the big dog with sauerkraut

[hawkmom03]

Been there! Great hot dogs!

[TomPerry]

Where can you buy New England style frankfurter buns in TV???

[Mohawksin]

Quality is in the mind of the consumer. Each Circle K has a variety of dogs. Easy in, easy out.

[omimom]

If you lived in the Albany area of upstate NY you will remember Helmbolds hot dogs. They were great. Helmboldshotdogs – Helmbold's (https://helmboldshotdogs.com/)

[donfey]

Sams has pretty good ones

And I think they're Nathan's hot dogs at Sam's - but you have to be a member.

[bonniemanross]

in 2008, dee dee’s hot dog house opened on rollings acres and 441. Unfortunately it closed in less than a year. Nathan’s in walmart on 466 was another great hot dog experience until wal-mart’s refused to renew their lease circa 2010. So that pretty much leaves toojays, the hot dog truck on 466, and the home depot hot dog stand for anyone with a craving for a quick hot dog. Unless of course someone knows of a hidden hot dog option that they’d like to share?
sunset delight's on 441/27 just north of sunset harbor road have delicious hot dogs, hamburgers and ice cream. They are not open on monday's. I've been there many times over the years.

[BostonRich]

Where can you buy New England style frankfurter buns in TV???

Winn Dixie has them. Pepperidge Farm I think. These are the best for grilling on the BBQ, frying up with butter in a pan or even just toasting and then buttering.

[krgarrison]

Try Scooples in Brownwood, their are pretty good. If your looking for a hugh hot dog Burger 21 in Penilias (sp) plaza is decent

[Rsenholzi]

There is a meat market called Forest Pork ( originally Stubbe and Reese) store in Hunt , NY that makes THE best homemade hot dogs ever. Been eating them since I was a kid, especially the baby franks. They used to give us one to eat raw when we were kids. Really, really miss the best hot dogs in the world. Wish I could have them shipped here

[Eg_cruz]

In 2008, Dee Dee’s Hot Dog House opened on Rollings Acres and 441. Unfortunately it closed in less than a year. Nathan’s in Walmart on 466 was another great hot dog experience until Wal-Mart’s refused to renew their lease circa 2010. So that pretty much leaves Toojays, the hot dog truck on 466, and the Home Depot hot dog stand for anyone with a craving for a quick hot dog. Unless of course someone knows of a hidden hot dog option that they’d like to share?
Johnny Rockets has dogs

[BlackhawksFan]

In 2008, Dee Dee’s Hot Dog House opened on Rollings Acres and 441. Unfortunately it closed in less than a year. Nathan’s in Walmart on 466 was another great hot dog experience until Wal-Mart’s refused to renew their lease circa 2010. So that pretty much leaves Toojays, the hot dog truck on 466, and the Home Depot hot dog stand for anyone with a craving for a quick hot dog. Unless of course someone knows of a hidden hot dog option that they’d like to share?

Beef O'Brady's runs a two dog special.

[bmarasco]

Mine are ZWEIGLE’s, Rochester, NY !!
- but we want them all to ourselves !!

[BlackhawksFan]

And I think they're Nathan's hot dogs at Sam's - but you have to be a member.

No you don't you can go to the cafe but I believe it is closed right now.

[Skip]

In 2008, Dee Dee’s Hot Dog House opened on Rollings Acres and 441. Unfortunately it closed in less than a year.

Dee Dee's Diner is still open in Ocala. Been there maybe 15 years. Still serves their famous Dee Dee's Hot Dog. They're at the train station downtown. 533 NE 1st Ave.

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[dwhite5773]

Johnny Rockets in LSL has a pretty good hot dog with chili and cheese. Sweet potato fries on the side and a “real” cherry Coke! Reasonable, 9 bucks I think!

[Darlene Lansing]

You funny 😄

[bobcat75]

Man 'O Man do I wish we could. Maybe one day Stu. Anybody from N.Y. is welcome.

My wife cooks some doggies from Sams and the potato Bread and mustard from the Polish store in Leesburg and it's Heaven On Earth. I just gained 5 Lbs thinking about it!!

The Hot Dogs are Nathans 1/4 pounders! :coolsmiley:

Try ONLINE WindMill hot dog next day delivery and I tell you They are the best natural Casing GRILLED hot dogs around. 1/4 pound two inch past each end of your roll

[Jensor17]

I get Better than cheddar dogs. Have freezer supply. Just nuke them and slice. I found at Weight Watchers That hotdogs increase your weight a couple pounds for three days. I don’t eat hotdogs if I’m going to be weighed in by Dr..

[John_W]

There must not be any softball players on the site. When I played I always enjoyed a hot dog from the stand at Saddlebrook and Buffalo Glen softball complex. They're nothing fancy, just good ole Ball Park Franks cooked on a roller grill on a nice bun. The price, 2 hot dogs and a Coke for $5. The concession stand is in the bottom of the scorekeeping tower at the center of the 4 fields at either location.

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[Rexinator]

Fenny Grill has a great hot dog and bun with all the trimmings ! 🌭

[Hdaugh777]

Or in strollers! 🤪😂🥴

[peggykbm]

Looks like you can buy these in store at Walmart.

[raynor222]

There is a great hot dog stand on 466 just across from Laurel Manor he is open from 11:00 to 2:00 fantastic hot dogs

[CWGUY]

If you lived in the Albany area of upstate NY you will remember Helmbolds hot dogs. They were great. Helmboldshotdogs – Helmbold's (https://helmboldshotdogs.com/)

:coolsmiley: One of my fondest memories as a kid..... going into Helmbolds on 4th. St. in Troy with my mom and the men behind the counter would give you a "FREE" hot dog. Another good memory is "Hot Dog Charlie's" and "Famous Lunch" around the corner on Congress St. Both had 10 cent hot dogs when I was a kid. I think they were made at the Troy Pork Store..... which were just as good. :icon_hungry:

[Pinball wizard]

Nathans are good but gotta be there. BTW my wife lived a block away.

I worked in Coney Island at the Corner Cigar Store. Nathans are the best, but Hebrew National are not far behind.

[Pinball wizard]

I've neven eaten here, but my buds from Chicago say it's good.

“CHICAGO” MENU – Great Chicago Fire (https://chifibrew.com/index.php/chicago-menu/)

[John_W]

I've neven eaten here, but my buds from Chicago say it's good.

“CHICAGO” MENU – Great Chicago Fire (https://chifibrew.com/index.php/chicago-menu/)

Great Chicago Fire has one of the best pizza's I've ever eaten, however they have small oven and can only make a 12" pizza. It's kind of like golf being in between clubs. It's too small for two people, and to buy two is too much. I never had their hot dogs. The only negative is the place is small, we were there about two years ago and they were just fixing the place up. It's looks really nice now.

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[Mrgadget]

The best hot dogs in The Villages are to be found at anybody in the know who goes to the "Koegels on the Road" events (usually twice a year) and buys Koegels Viennas in Natural Casings and hustles them home and throws them on the grill. This is a Michigan-based processed meat company who is so beloved by native Michiganders (myself included) that they would often pay more for shipping and handling than for the hot dogs themselves to by them by mail. Koegels wised up and started sending semi-trucks down to cities up and down the eastern seaboard to sell them at these events.

Michigan has its faults (the horrendous condition of the roads being WAY up there on the list) but they allegedly have the highest standards for processed meats in the country. Hot dogs made there are just better and Koegels is the best of the best. Now, I am obviously biased, but I've introduced several of our neighbors and friends (who are NOT from Michigan) to them and several of them now buy from the road events and say they are the best hot dogs they've ever tasted.

Now, if you just can't get Koegels, the guy that sells them in front of Home Depot (not sure if he's doing it anymore) has some decent dogs and some pretty good Coney sauce (essentially a chili sauce) on them.
I agree, koegels Viennas in Natural Casings are the BEST Hot Dog!!!!
Do you have the location and dates for 'Koegels on the Road Event'?

[Stu from NYC]

Great Chicago Fire has one of the best pizza's I've ever eaten, however they have small oven and can only make a 12" pizza. It's kind of like golf being in between clubs. It's too small for two people, and to buy two is too much. I never had their hot dogs. The only negative is the place is small, we were there about two years ago and they were just fixing the place up. It's looks really nice now.

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Prefer NY style pizza but Chicago style not far behind. Wish we could get a Chicago style pizzeria here.

[gb1944]

Five Guys has hot dogs.

[Bridget Staunton]

I could care less if I never saw another hotdog

[Bertram00]

Best Hot Dogs in TV.

Not sure, but a lot seem to be draged round TV on leashes during the heat of the day.

Dragged being the operative word as they try to keep up with the golf cart.

[Stu from NYC]

I could care less if I never saw another hotdog

OK more for the rest of us

[algi45]

The Polish Deli in Leesburg makes the real thing. Great crunch.

[lynnschindel]

Windmill hot dogs are excellent!

[MarkGoldberg]

In 2008, Dee Dee’s Hot Dog House opened on Rollings Acres and 441. Unfortunately it closed in less than a year. Nathan’s in Walmart on 466 was another great hot dog experience until Wal-Mart’s refused to renew their lease circa 2010. So that pretty much leaves Toojays, the hot dog truck on 466, and the Home Depot hot dog stand for anyone with a craving for a quick hot dog. Unless of course someone knows of a hidden hot dog option that they’d like to share?

Are you kidding me, it’s a hundred degrees in the shade, ALL DOGS ARE HOT!

[Bruce03]

I would never refuse any of those mentioned and my mouth waters at the thought of some simple deli dogs I've had in NYC and upper midwest. Would always stop at The Brat Stop on the Il-Wisc border on I-95, go off my diet, and stock up.

Hard to beat the enjoyment of a real Chicago Hot Dog. That was a real lunch and a Chicago staple.

Anybody ever have a burger at Red's Java Hut in SF? Bankers and stevedores would line up... I'll bet TV'ers have some stories to tell!

[xlhig]

Mine are ZWEIGLE’s, Rochester, NY !!
- but we want them all to ourselves !!

Zweigles white hots are the best. Pop open preferably, but the skinless are good, too. Going to grill some up this weekend.

[jneibert]

Not in TV, but Great Chicago Fire - Brewery and Tap Room in Leesburg has some very good hot dogs.

[sborlove]

Five Guys has a great dog!!

[Flossymass]

You haven’t had a good hotdog till you’ve had one at Nancy Lopez bar and grill. The absolute best.

[Ndomines]

In 2008, Dee Dee’s Hot Dog House opened on Rollings Acres and 441. Unfortunately it closed in less than a year. Nathan’s in Walmart on 466 was another great hot dog experience until Wal-Mart’s refused to renew their lease circa 2010. So that pretty much leaves Toojays, the hot dog truck on 466, and the Home Depot hot dog stand for anyone with a craving for a quick hot dog. Unless of course someone knows of a hidden hot dog option that they’d like to share?
Best dang hotdog. One that causes flashbacks to your youth. One that POPS!
Two choices both better than Nathan ever thought about.
DUMANS and
HOFFMANS
Both sold at Publix
It’s worth the effort to cook them yourself, grill or fry pan, great either way.

[Huskies]

Coming from NY the best hot dog stands had red onion sauce which was delicious. We have found that the guy at Home Depot has it. We also found the red onion sauce at Publix made by Sabrett. Yummy 😋

[mjpuleo]

Sam's Club on 441 has dynamite hot dogs; they claim they are Nathans, who knows but they taste awesome and you get a big fat hot dog and a drink for $1.70--at least that's what it cost before the pandemic. I haven't been in Sam's lately so I don't know if the hot dog concession is open. Try it, you'll like it!!!

[talleyjm]

Sonic makes a decent hot dog. We love a good hot dog and have found a great place to get them. We go all the way to Leesburg to buy them by the pound at the Polish Deli. They make their hot dogs daily, adding just the right amount of spices to the meat. Their garlic brats and kielbasa are outstanding, too. Excellent meat selection. We steam the weenies lightly, toast a brioche hot dog roll (Publix) in butter and top them with minced Vidalia onions and country Dijon mustard! The skins burst when you bite into them. You can’t find a treat as good at any restaurant in the area. Worth the trip for sure.

[jebartle]

Best Hot Dogs in TV.

Not sure, but a lot seem to be draged round TV on leashes during the heat of the day.

Here is one with a lot of hair!

[Stu from NYC]

Here is one with a lot of hair!

Give that dog a good trim and there will not be much dog left.

Poor thing must swelter in the heat.

[Bab3590]

We found Kayems at Angus Wholesale Meats in Dunnellon.

[nn0wheremann]

We really desperately need to get a Portillo’s Hot Dogs in TV. Chicago dogs done right.

[delima2000]

I know this is not in tv but for all of the people from Michigan that misses the coney islands there is a place in palm harbor, Florida. that makes Michigan coney dogs, they also have sanders hot fudge, big boys slim Jim’s and big boys hamburgers. It is all Detroit from Faygo pop, bettermaid chips to the decor. The owners are from Michigan. I know it’s a drive but well worth it. The name of the place is Detroit Coney Island.

[TonysMom]

I heard there was a guy at the Ace Hardware in Wildwood. Any news on whether he is there or not?

[Stu from NYC]

I heard there was a guy at the Ace Hardware in Wildwood. Any news on whether he is there or not?

The one we saw sells knishes.

[dadspet]

Checkers in Leesburg, not in the villages but I think their Hot Dogs are great. Buns are really fresh and the chili sauce is very good. Did I mention they are also cheap and you can drive through and get their hamburgers with chili sauce.

I know this will probably raise some eyebrows > I learned this when I mentioned on another forum that Arbys fresh market Ruben sandwiches were great. This didn't conform to preconceived notions. The biggest problem I have there is feeling guilty about charging the low amount for my Hot Dog on my Credit card instead of paying cash (because I don't have or want the change ).

[Stu from NYC]

Checkers in Leesburg, not in the villages but I think their Hot Dogs are great. Buns are really fresh and the chili sauce is very good. Did I mention they are also cheap and you can drive through and get their hamburgers with chili sauce.

I know this will probably raise some eyebrows > I learned this when I mentioned on another forum that Arbys fresh market Ruben sandwiches were great. This didn't conform to preconceived notions. The biggest problem I have there is feeling guilty about charging the low amount for my Hot Dog on my Credit card instead of paying cash (because I don't have or want the change ).

While we are on the subject of Arby's their Gyros are surprisingly good. BTW we are not using cash these days safer to use our cc.

[kaydee]

Sam's Club on 441 has dynamite hot dogs; they claim they are Nathans, who knows but they taste awesome and you get a big fat hot dog and a drink for $1.70--at least that's what it cost before the pandemic. I haven't been in Sam's lately so I don't know if the hot dog concession is open. Try it, you'll like it!!!

The eatery/ food court at Sam’s Club has been closed since March. Just thought I’d mention it

[Aloha1]

Great Chicago Fire has one of the best pizza's I've ever eaten, however they have small oven and can only make a 12" pizza. It's kind of like golf being in between clubs. It's too small for two people, and to buy two is too much. I never had their hot dogs. The only negative is the place is small, we were there about two years ago and they were just fixing the place up. It's looks really nice now.

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Looks like a mini Portillo's.

[giorgio1948]

Wienerschnitzel!!!



The best hot dogs in The Villages are to be found at anybody in the know who goes to the "Koegels on the Road" events (usually twice a year) and buys Koegels Viennas in Natural Casings and hustles them home and throws them on the grill. This is a Michigan-based processed meat company who is so beloved by native Michiganders (myself included) that they would often pay more for shipping and handling than for the hot dogs themselves to by them by mail. Koegels wised up and started sending semi-trucks down to cities up and down the eastern seaboard to sell them at these events.

Michigan has its faults (the horrendous condition of the roads being WAY up there on the list) but they allegedly have the highest standards for processed meats in the country. Hot dogs made there are just better and Koegels is the best of the best. Now, I am obviously biased, but I've introduced several of our neighbors and friends (who are NOT from Michigan) to them and several of them now buy from the road events and say they are the best hot dogs they've ever tasted.

Now, if you just can't get Koegels, the guy that sells them in front of Home Depot (not sure if he's doing it anymore) has some decent dogs and some pretty good Coney sauce (essentially a chili sauce) on them.

[laryb]

If you're from western Massachusetts, THIS is a hot dog.

Frankfurters Archives - Blue Seal Kielbasa (https://bluesealkielbasa.com/product-category/frankfurters/)Haven't had the hot dogs, but the kielbasa is the the best I've had. A friend of ours who's brother owns a meat market back home in Mass., orders them for us every so often, but they aren't easy to get

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

It makes me sad to see so many people recommending Nathans as a great dog. Nathans is to hotdogs what Chili's is to fine dining.
A step up from McDonalds for sure, but "good" is not a word I'd select to describe it. "Barely adequate" is more like it. Sabrett's is better and Sahlenn's is even better than that, but they're still "fast-food brand-names" and don't quite make the "good" category.
Hebrew National is decent but only if you boil them. They're not all that good split and grilled (which is how a proper dog should be!).

[Stu from NYC]

It makes me sad to see so many people recommending Nathans as a great dog. Nathans is to hotdogs what Chili's is to fine dining.
A step up from McDonalds for sure, but "good" is not a word I'd select to describe it. "Barely adequate" is more like it. Sabrett's is better and Sahlenn's is even better than that, but they're still "fast-food brand-names" and don't quite make the "good" category.
Hebrew National is decent but only if you boil them. They're not all that good split and grilled (which is how a proper dog should be!).

Empire Kosher is several steps above Hebrew National but no idea if you can get them anywhere near here.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Empire Kosher is several steps above Hebrew National but no idea if you can get them anywhere near here.

Those are chicken and turkey franks. I'm a beef dog kinda gal. Never learned to like turkey or chicken dogs.

[Bay Kid]

I enjoy Paul's at the Brownwood Farmer's Market.

[B-flat]

The best hot dogs can only be found from the web site below. Nothing like them anywhere except in RI.

Olneyville New York System Restaurant - Rhode Island's Best Hot Wieners! (https://www.olneyvillenewyorksystem.com/)

Gallery | Olneyville New York System Restaurant - Rhode Island's Best Hot Wieners! (https://www.olneyvillenewyorksystem.com/gallery/)

[Kerry Azz]

What no onion

[Stu from NYC]

Those are chicken and turkey franks. I'm a beef dog kinda gal. Never learned to like turkey or chicken dogs.

In the past they did make beef no idea if they are still making them but would imagine they are.

[B-flat]

What no onion

:bigbow:

[laryb]

The best hot dogs can only be found from the web site below. Nothing like them anywhere except in RI.

Olneyville New York System Restaurant - Rhode Island's Best Hot Wieners! (https://www.olneyvillenewyorksystem.com/)

Gallery | Olneyville New York System Restaurant - Rhode Island's Best Hot Wieners! (https://www.olneyvillenewyorksystem.com/gallery/)I have had NY system all over RI and love them with Coney sauce and onions (and mustard when I'm in the mood). The coney dogs in the Fall River area are about the same. The most famous place there is Nick's Coney Island, AKA "Dirty Nick's", because the original owner would line them up his arm and put on the condiments. They sell their coney sauce on line in powder form, just add meat and water, then simmer. You can adjust the amounts of powder for your desired intensity. Think you'll find it pretty close NY system

[B-flat]

I have had NY system all over RI and love them with Coney sauce and onions (and mustard when I'm in the mood). The coney dogs in the Fall River area are about the same. The most famous place there is Nick's Coney Island, AKA "Dirty Nick's", because the original owner would line them up his arm and put on the condiments. They sell their coney sauce on line in powder form, just add meat and water, then simmer. You can adjust the amounts of powder for your desired intensity. Think you'll find it pretty close NY system

:coolsmiley:

[New Englander]

The only things that should go on a hot dog is mustard & relish!
:spoken:

[Stu from NYC]

The only things that should go on a hot dog is mustard & relish!
:spoken:

Well your half right:popcorn:

Lose the relish and add the sauerkraut.

[collector0915]

Try "Hoffman's" which are sold in the Publix refrigerated meat section. A bit pricey but well worth it for the flavor.

[kaydee]

Try "Hoffman's" which are sold in the Publix refrigerated meat section. A bit pricey but well worth it for the flavor.

We think they are the best...upstate NY product.
Not bragging but, I’m responsible for encouraging Publix’s to bring the product in.

[Northerner52]

Love the Chili Dog at Scruples in Brownwood.

[SFSkol]

To be perfectly frank...

Hot dog stand outside Home Depot on 27 - Sabretts w/kraut and spicy mustard.
Best Bratwurst Sandwich - 1. Eatons Beach 2. World of Beer
Best supermarket - Boars Head Natural Casing

And while I'm on a roll...

Apologies to all you Weiners out there...

Split Dogs are Blasphemous.

[frank1975]

Your best and only real hotdog is Hummels. New York and Connecticut area.

[frank1975]

Hummel's are the best. I grew up in Connecticut. I bring them back every time I go up there. BUT YOU BUY THE NATURAL CASING DOGS. They split open on the grill. It's the only way to go.

[Stu from NYC]

Your best and only real hotdog is Hummels. New York and Connecticut area.

Only real hot dog?

Wars have been fought over less.:popcorn:

[noslices1]

I could care less if I never saw another hotdog

How much more could you care less? 10%? 25%?

[Art cov]

Nathans are good but gotta be there. BTW my wife lived a block away.

WAIT A SECOND!! PETE’S hotdogs in Newburgh NY. Between The City and the Catskills is best! Almost 90 years at the ballparks. Simply great dogs.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Hummel's are the best. I grew up in Connecticut. I bring them back every time I go up there. BUT YOU BUY THE NATURAL CASING DOGS. They split open on the grill. It's the only way to go.

I prefer the skinless but I agree Hummel's is THE BEST. And yes I will fight Stu over it. In the parking lot. Right now.

[Art cov]

Lol you all are funny! Pete’s is an institution n landmark, the smallest joint, but thousands of dogs a week are sold. A different taste, then the rest. A different business for sure. Pete’s to Newburgh is sort of like Katz is to pastrami in the lower east side. (Thank you for the fun guys)

[Chi-Town]

The best hot dog in The Villages was the hot dog stand at Lake Sumter Landing.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Lol you all are funny! Pete’s is an institution n landmark, the smallest joint, but thousands of dogs a week are sold. A different taste, then the rest. A different business for sure. Pete’s to Newburgh is sort of like Katz is to pastrami in the lower east side. (Thank you for the fun guys)

Katz has the BEST cheese blintzes.

[Keedynat]

Does anyone know what happened to Paul’s hot dogs? They used to be in Brownwood square at Saturday’s farmers market. Best dogs especially with the sauerkraut.