Mayukh Saha
Mayukh Saha
May 20, 2024 ·  2 min read

8 Of The Best Hot Dog Brands

Hot dogs are a mainstay of American cuisine, whether it’s at the ballpark, on the streets of New York, or at the Costco food court. They can have a variety of meat types and cooking techniques to alter the flavor or texture. If you can’t get the real kind at the fair or on the street, you may still prepare them at home using a cooktop, grill, or microwave. Thankfully, most states also have a hot dog joint that you simply must visit to satisfy your hunger.

It’s difficult to determine which are the best hot dogs because there are so many varieties available. To find out which hot dogs are worth your time and money, we looked into eight different varieties, including the original BallPark dogs and the original New York street-style dogs. Along with other items the firms sell that you might want to pair with your hot dog, we’ve included them below in no particular order.

1. Oscar Mayer:

EUGENE, OR - NOVEMBER 12, 2015: Oscar Mayer Wienermobile makes an appearance at the University of Oregon in Eugene.
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A classic brand with a variety of options, from all beef to turkey and cheese dogs.

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2. Nathan’s Famous:

New York City, NY/USA - July 28, 2016: People gather at the famous hot dog restaurant, Nathan's, at Coney Island, NYC
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Over 100 years of hot dog expertise, offering the iconic New York-style experience.

3. Kirkland Signature (Costco):

Hillsboro, OR, USA - Nov 17, 2021: Closeup of the Costco sign seen at the entrance to its store in Hillsboro, Oregon. Costco Wholesale Corporation is an American multinational retail corporation.
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Delicious and affordable all-beef hot dogs, perfect for grilling.

4. Hebrew National:

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Premium 100% kosher beef hot dogs known for their signature spice blend.

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5. Trader Joe’s:

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Unique organic and grass-fed hot dogs with interesting condiments like Dill Pickle Mustard.

6. Ball Park:

Ball Park Franks Tyson foods delivery truck, number one selling hot dog brand in USA, Revere Massachusetts, January 15 2021
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The original hot dog supplier for the Detroit Tigers offers a wide range of flavors and sizes.

7. Whole Foods 365:

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A healthy twist on the hot dog, featuring uncured turkey options.

8. Sabrett:

New York, NY, USA - July 5, 2022: A Sabrett food cart that sells hot dogs is seen in Times Square, Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
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Bringing the taste of a New York street vendor hot dog home with natural casings and special spices.

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