Hot Dog
Hot dogs are a popular fast food snack in the United States. However, did you know these delectable franks originated in Germany? All the same, the hot dog feels right at home in New York City. Indeed, you will find it sold in food carts or hot dog stands at street corners throughout the Big Apple. Even restaurants in the city have it on their menus. So, you have a choice of savouring a traditional hot dog or go high class with a gourmet take on this All-American treat.
The variety of hot dogs sold in the city is wide. But to honor your trip there, you should give the New York style hotdog a try. Order a plain dog topped with hot brown mustard plus choose if you want to add sauerkraut or sautéed onions. |
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.Main Ingredients
Hotdog, steamed bun, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, your choice of toppings ranging from sautéed onions, sauerkraut, etc.
Hotdog, steamed bun, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, your choice of toppings ranging from sautéed onions, sauerkraut, etc.
Recommended Places to Eat
Crif Dogs |
For a one-of-a-kind pleasurable caloric experience, Crif Dogs is a great food spot to eat wieners. Deep-fried, you get a shiny and well-cooked hot dog with the rich flavors. The owners set affordable prices if you want to smother the hot dog with melted cheese and onions such as a Philly-cheese-steak form or if you want slices of fresh avocado or bacon on top.
Located at St. Marks, Crif Dogs is open until 4 a.m. during the weekends and 2 a.m. on the weekdays, establishing its reputation of being an ideal place for hanging out without spending much on wieners and drinks. It is a foodie’s delight to see that Crif dogs caters to those who are up for late night eats, cheap beers and a kind of New York feel through the city’s food scene. Here, there are also men who come inside with their dates—an interesting account one will experience inside while eating cooked up hot dogs. Also, Crif Dogs has a not-so-secret cocktail lounge next door, so these men go to the not-so-secret phone booth in the restaurant to have access to a secret tunnel before getting into the lounge. |
Basic information
113 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10009, USA
$
12:00pm - 2:00am
1st Avenue (7 minutes walk)
Nathan's Famous |
Nathan’s Famous is a well-known brand throughout the United States and other countries. It began as a five-cent hotdog stand on Coney Island in 1916. Currently, you will most likely see Nathan’s Famous hot dogs from the grocery store to the company’s restaurants.
In its branches, you can see people enjoying with their mouths full of hot dogs and satisfying their palette. From a simple hot dog stand to an iconic brand, what makes it successful are its hot dogs that stand out from other competitors. A blend of secret spices—handed down by the grandmother of Nathan’s wife Ida—to season the hot dogs. One can say that Nathan’s is a well-established “New York institution” because everyone from all walks of life (even celebrities) would love to eat not just the hot dogs, but the other items on the menu as well, such as the crinkle-cut French fries. Nathan’s Famous also holds an annual hot dog eating contest which is even broadcasted on national television. |
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705 8th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA
$
9:00am - 12:00am
42 St. Port Authority Bus Terminal Station, 661 8th Ave (2 minutes walk)
Gray's Papaya |
Even on a midnight New York stroll, you can find Gray’s Papaya satisfying hungry customers. It is a 24/7 open restaurant chain that serves inexpensive, high-quality hot dogs. If you are wondering where its name came from, here is the answer to the mind-boggling question: it refers to the famous papaya fruit drink sold at the establishment.
Gray’s Papaya may be most famous for its hot dogs, but it is also worthy to note that it sells various fruit drinks: orange, grape, piña colada, coconut champagne and banana daiquiri (these last two drinks are non-alcoholic). You should check their hot dogs out; Gray’s Papaya hot dogs are considered among the best restaurant chains in New York City — even beating Papaya King and Papaya Dog, two of its fierce competitors. A must-try is basic hot dog placed in a bun with sauerkraut and onions on top. |
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2090 Broadway, New York, NY 10023, USA
$
24 hours
72 St. Broadway (1 minute walk)