Where are the best hot dogs in Charlotte — and what makes them so good?
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Let’s talk about hot dogs. Eating a hot dog at a backyard cookout is one indication that it’s summer in America.
At its core, a hot dog is simple — a bun, a hot dog (beef, pork, chicken, turkey or veggie) and toppings. The sheer number of combinations is where this comfort food gets complicated. Then, there are distinctive hot dog styles depending on where you’re located.
Here are a few hot dog styles you’ll find in Charlotte.
Carolina-style hot dogs — chili, slaw, onions and yellow mustard.
Chicago-style hot dogs — fresh tomato, a pickle spear, hot peppers, onion, relish and yellow mustard (no ketchup).
New York-style hot dogs — sauerkraut, onion sauce and spicy brown mustard.
For our list, we want to know a few things about hot dogs in Charlotte. Let us know your favorite hot dog restaurants, what you like to order and what makes a good hot dog. We’ll review your response and organize them in a future story.
Complete the survey below or send us an email to charlottefive@charlottefive.com. We’re ready to learn more about your favorite hot dogs!
Need some inspiration? Check out our gallery below of some great Charlotte hot dogs:
