Some hot dogs are a quick bite, and some come with nearly a century of history on the side. In Toledo, Ohio, one Hungarian-American restaurant has been serving the same kind of hot dog since the 1930s, topped with mustard, onions, and a homemade chili sauce.
Families still crowd the tables, road trippers take long detours to get here, and famous guests have signed hot dog buns that now line the walls. Keep reading to learn where it is, why people love it so much, and how to plan a stop without any trouble at the door.
A Front Street Address Worth the Detour
Toledo has plenty of places to eat, but only one of them has turned a split sausage into a local legend. The Original Tony Packo’s sits at 1902 Front St, Toledo, OH 43605, in the state of Ohio, United States.
It is a Hungarian restaurant at heart. The kitchen serves Hungarian fare in a relaxed, casual setting, with signature hot dogs leading the way…