From the Chicago dog to the slaw dog, we’re taking a look at some of the best regional hot dogs in the U.S. Who knows — you might just find a new favorite! 

While the slaw dog takes many forms depending on which region of the South you find yourself in, you can’t go wrong as long as you top a traditional hot dog with a huge helping of coleslaw. From BBQ to creamy, any style of coleslaw will generally do. Add on optional toppings like mustard, chili, or onions, and enjoy a Southern-style feast.

The most important of these include cream cheese and either scallions or sautéed onions. From there, optional toppings such as sauerkraut, cabbage, jalapeños, mustard, sriracha, and BBQ sauce are piled on to complete this edible masterpiece.

Then comes the most vital step of all: slice the dog and fill it with Cheez Wiz, cheese sauce, or cheddar cheese. As you may have gathered, cheese of some sort is the main force behind the Texas Tommy’s magic. Next, wrap the dog in bacon, grill, and serve on a toasted bun.

So perhaps it’s no surprise that the Cincinnati Cheese Coney consists of an all-beef dog covered in the aforementioned chili and cheese. A selection of other far-less essential toppings can include mustard and onion, but it’s mostly all about the Cincy cinnamon chili.

While the Broomstick may run you about $27, it’s actually not a bad price considering it’s enough to feed a family of four. The whole thing weighs around three pounds and is packed with a total of 4,000 calories.

Available only from a huge array of unlicensed West Coast vendors, the Danger dog comes wrapped in bacon, deep-fried, and slapped onto a bun. It’s also covered in a variety of toppings, including mustard, ketchup, mayo, fried onions, and jalapeños. While the Danger dog guarantees nothing in the way of nutrition, tempting fate has become an unofficial part of the fun — and it definitely delivers on taste.

The base is formed by a bacon-wrapped, hot dog — grilled to perfection. It’s then laid in a sturdy bolillo roll bun and smothered in toppings that commonly include any combination of:

• Grilled onions

• Pinto beans

• Green peppers

• Relish

• Jalapeño salsa

• Mayonnaise

• Mustard

• Chopped tomatoes

• Shredded cheese

The Chicago dog is not complete, however, until it’s been “dragged through the garden” — that is, decorated with a mixture of toppings. These tend to include:

• Chopped onions

• Fresh tomato slices

• Sweet relish

• Mustard

• Pickle spears

• Sport peppers

• A dash or two of celery salt

If you’re looking to invite your Midwestern friends to a cookout, look no further than the Chicago dog if you want rave reviews.

Now a beloved NYC classic, the Papaya dog features a grilled Sabrett frank on a toasted bun. The dog is topped with deli mustard, sauerkraut, and a mysterious red sauce. While the red sauce can vary depending on the vendor, its base seems to lie in a mixture of tomato paste, vinegar, and onions. Move over, Nathan’s! 

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