Frankfurter, footlong, wiener, red hot: No matter what you call it, the humble hot dog is an iconic dish. After all, the food remains a staple of summer cookouts, a favorite of fairgoers, and a ballpark essential.
Americans eat about 150 million of the summertime sausages on Independence Day alone, and July accounts for 10% of annual hot dog sales. So it’s no wonder that the month is officially designated National Hot Dog Month, and July 15 is National Hot Dog Day. Of course, you don’t need a holiday to chow down, and at these nine Phoenix restaurants any day is a good day for a hot dog.
Mugsy Dogs
Mugsy Dogs has been serving gourmet hot dogs since 2015. The spiral-cut franks come topped with imaginative combinations, such as creamy mac-and-cheese with bacon bits; pastrami and sauerkraut; pulled pork, baked beans, barbecue sauce, and onion rings; and bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes.
Choose from one of the more than 10 classic and signature creations, or build your own, starting with select sausages. Choices include hot dog, bacon-wrapped hot dog, Polish dog, or Italian sausage. Mugsy Dogs also serves a selection of burgers, sides, and kids-meal items, including grilled cheese and chicken nuggets. 3160 E. Queen Creek Rd., Gilbert, mugsydog.com
Miracle Mile
Since 1949, Miracle Mile has been serving up classic New York City delicatessen-style dishes, and nothing says Big Apple more than a Hebrew National 100% kosher all-beef frank. For July, this family-owned eatery offers a plain hot dog with one side and a drink for just $8…