July is National Hot Dog Month, and with National Hot Dog Day landing on July 16 this year, there’s no better time to talk about Michigan’s most famous contribution to the hot dog world!
Just the other night, my husband and I grilled up hot dogs for dinner—nothing fancy, just simple, savory perfection. It’s the kind of meal that tastes like summer.
But when you want to leave the cooking to the experts, where’s the best place to go in Michigan?
Michigan’s Best Hot Dog
Lovefood.com has once again crowned American Coney Island in Detroit a top spot for hot dogs. The site, which earlier named it Michigan’s best, now ranks it among the 34 best places for a frankfurter in America.
American Coney Island—A Detroit Classic Since 1917
It’s easy to see why! Open since 1917, American Coney Island has built a cult following for its signature Coney Dog: a Dearborn Sausage hot dog tucked into a steamed bun, smothered in a Greek-spiced beef-heart chili, and topped with diced onions and yellow mustard.
While the iconic Coney is the star, the menu has plenty more to offer—from Gyros and Spinach Pie to Baklava and cheesecake for dessert…