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Relish The Flavors at these Hot Dog Shops in Pittsburgh

  • February 6, 2022
  • | 3:53 PM

Suns out, hot dog buns out! The weather’s getting warmer and grilling season is here, which means you’ve probably already smelled some delicious hot dogs on your neighbor’s grill and wanted one for yourself! Lucky you, here in Pittsburgh there are plenty of places where you can pick up a couple of hot dogs and other savory summertime favorites that won’t require you sweating over the grill yourself to enjoy. If we’re being frank, we’ve got the official list of the best hot dog shops in Pittsburgh right here!

More Hot Dog Shops In & Around Pittsburgh

Nana’s New York Hot Dog Shop | North Side | Get your delicious digs from the oldest hot dog shop in Pittsburgh

Lock & Dam Hot Dog Shop | Lawrenceville |  Get your tasty dogs and finish it off with some soft serve ice cream at this delicious dog shop

Hank’s Hot Dogs Too | Brookline |  Hank’s offers top notch, high quality, and low price tasty dogs for you and your friends to dig into

The Shady Dog | Shadyside | A dog food truck with delicious dogs and a big blonde afro to show off his food in style

Piggy Bank | South Side | Walk up window joint, no tables and chairs, just grab your dogs and get out of there

Hott Dawgs | A dog truck on the go, so you got to catch them fast if you want served a delicious treat

Frankie’s Extra Long | Lawrenceville | A hot dog join in Lawrenceville known for their foot longs

Shorty’s Lunch | Washington, PA | Considered a “local landmark” offering patrons delish dogs and other lunch goodies

The Red Caboose | Elizabeth, PA | Family owned and operated since 1980, offering up all kinds of dogs including chili, kraut and more

Two and a Fry | Monongahela, PA | These guys guarantee to put a smile on your face

Jim’s Famous Sauce | West Mifflin | Opened its doors in 1927 and continues to serve tasty hot dogs with a side of famous sauce

The Getaway Bar and Grill | Brookline | Known for their burgers, wings, pizza and dogs!

More Fun Things To Do in Pittsburgh

With so many amazing hot dog shops in Pittsburgh, you’ll have plenty of tasty options to help you train up before your next hot dog eating contest this summer! Of course, even if you’re not a competitive eater, you can still enjoy these delicious dogs.

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Kaidia Pickels

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