From Chicago dogs to New York dogs to Guatemalan shuco, Eugene and Springfield offer hot dog options that go far beyond the ballpark frank. Here are four places where you can stick with the classics or discover a more unusual new favorite.
Joystick
Choose from one of nine dogs on Joystick’s hot dog-only menu. While you won’t find iconic regional styles like a Chicago dog or a New York dog, Joystick created its own lineup of creative takes on the American classic that give these regional favorites a run for their money.
All plates come with a small bag of chips, a 100% beef Zenner dog from Portland and a locally made bun from Bread Stop.
Start things off with The Standard, which comes with ketchup and yellow mustard ($6) or The Works with ketchup and yellow mustard, sauerkraut and pickled red and white onions ($8)…