Where to go on National Hot Dog Day

Wondering where to go on National Hot Dog Day in Los Angeles? Well, I’ve got your list right here of the top spots to get a deal and a dog on the third Wednesday in July: July 21st, 2021.

Dog Haus

Pasadena, California, is the birthplace of the Dog Haus franchise and with 30 locations and counting, chances are there is one near you. They’re known for all-natural, hormone-free haus dogs on Hawaiian rolls with funky sauce drizzles and toppings. This is definitely where to go on National Hot Dog Day, as their app will get you a FREE dog just for downloading! This is also good for pick-up and delivery.

Pink’s Hot Dogs (Hollywood)

While they aren’t offering any exclusive deals for National Hot Dog Day, this is probably the most iconic spot to eat on the holiday. Calling themselves “the little hot dog stand that could,” Pink’s Hot Dogs is a story of perseverance. Paul and Betty Pink started the business with a $50 loan from Betty’s mother and a pushcart. When the landlord raised the rent on the land, the couple got a loan from Bank of America and added a cover to the pushcart to make hamburgers. To make ends meet, they even started a second business selling flowers! With a little time, they built the stand that remains on Melrose and La Brea today, allowing for parking and outdoor seating. The couple passed the business on to their kids in 1985, and it now has 15 locations worldwide and offers 35 different hot dog combinations to choose from.

Menu favorites include a 12-inch Jalapeño Dog with tomatoes, chili, guacamole, grilled onions, and lettuce; and the Brando Hot Dog which is 9 inches of dog with mustard, onions, chili, and shredded cheddar cheese.

Wienerschnitzel

Los Angeles might not have famed Coney Island-born Nathan’s Hot Dog, but we do have Wienerschnitzel, the WORLD’S largest hot dog chain. While they always have coupons, just for National Hot Dog Day, you can enjoy 5 Chili Dogs for just $5 without having to clip anything. They chose the Chili Dog because it’s the most popular item on their menu. If you’ve ever had one, you’ll know it’s not crazy to want to eat 5 at once. Just use the judgment-free drive-thru 🙂

Dirt Dog (DTLA, Pasadena, Downey)

Remember I said L.A. didn’t have a Nathan’s Hot Dog location? Well, you can still taste a Nathan’s Hot Dog when you order almost everything at Dirt Dog. This L.A.franchise was born off a childhood of eating bacon-wrapped hot dogs on the DTLA street food scene. Timothy Cam’s mother playfully called them “dirt dogs,” and the name just stuck. While they aren’t doing anything specific for National Hot Dog Day, you can’t go wrong with a Patty Melt Dog. It’s wrapped In center-cut bacon and topped with fries, bacon bits, cheddar, and chipotle aioli.

Dodger Stadium (DTLA)

The classic Dodger Dog had a bit of a facelift this season. While the meat still comes from Vernon, California, Farmer John’s has been replaced by Papa Cantella’s as the producer. Fans can rest assured that the taste is still as close to the original you are used to. And July 21st is the best day to have one since it also happens to be Star Wars Night at Dodger Stadium. Purchase your ticket here if you’d also like to go home with an exclusive Obi-Wan Kenobi meets Dodgers Bobblehead. The game starts at 7:10 p.m.

May the force of hot dogs be with you!