New York City's 5 Best Hot Dogs
What better way to celebrate Memorial Day than with an American classic? Whether you're looking for a classic frankfurter or a hot dog with a twist, check out our picks for the best wieners in New York City. - Camille DeMere
Gray's Papaya (West Village)
402 Sixth Ave. (at 8th St.)
(212) 260-3532
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An NYC staple, any list of "best hot dogs" would be remiss to not include Gray's Papaya. The bustling corner locale is inexpensive and open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Asia Dog
Multiple locations, for more information check www.asiadognyc.com or follow them on Twitter.
Want a little kimchi with your frank? Catch up with Asia Dog at the Brooklyn Flea, Central Park and wherever outdoor fun is being had. There grab a "Sidney," a Thai-style dog with relish, mango, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, crushed peanuts and fish sauce. Or try an "Ito," topped with Japanese curry and homemade kimchi apples.
Crif Dogs
113 Saint Marks Place
New York, NY 10009
(212) 614-2728
crifdogs.com
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The mother of all whacked-out hot dog topping places. Cream cheese on your dog? Check. Bacon wrapped with avocadoes and sour cream? Check. Bacon, teriyaki, pineapple, and green onions? Check. We could go on and on, but if you want to experiment with your dog, this is the place. Trust us.
Ditch Plains Restaurant
29 Bedford Street
New York, NY 10014
(212) 219-2126
ditch-plains.com
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Here's a handheld breakfast for you: American cheese and an egg any way, served on top of a frank. If a morning meal isn't your aim, try one American classic on top of another - Ditch Plains also offers Sloppy Joe Dogs and hot dogs smothered in mac 'n' cheese.
Dogmatic
26 E. 17th Street
New York, NY 10003
(212) 414-0600
eatdogmatic.com
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At this food cart-turned-Union Square eatery, your dog comes ensconced in a baguette. Select your sausage (beef, chicken, pork, turkey and lamb or even asparagus), add some mint yogurt, jalapeno cheddar or any of the other delicious gourmet sauces for an inventive take on the classic NY dog.
Eden Wok
43 East 34th Street
New York, NY 10016
(212) 787-8700
edenwok.com
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Why get a hot dog at a Chinese restaurant? Because this Chinese hot dog comes wrapped and fried like an eggroll. Dip it in duck sauce. Oh, and it will only set you back $2.50.
Lansky's Old World Deli
235 Columbus Avenue
New York, NY 10023
(212) 787-0400
lanskysnyc.com
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The smorgasbord of toppings offered to grace your smoky Lansky's Devil Dog will blow your mind. Choose from the normal - ketchup, mustard, cheese - to the slightly stranger. Tomato? Sauteed Jalapenos? Boston Baked Beans? Top your dog with more meat - fried pastrami bits are on the menu.
