Nathan’s Famous in Coney Island comes second, and it is the only non-Kosher frankfurter that I enjoy.
I would guess there are more than a few skin-on, non-kosher franks that would meet your seal of approval, just perhaps have not had the chance to experience them. I would also guess that the east coast/Nathan’s thing is playing a part as well in your preference.
Originally Posted by ksmith142
Hot Doug’s
http://flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=308456 is great for their exotic sausages but
NOT for their hot dog. The duck fat fries at Hot Doug’s do not come close to being as savory as the duck fat fries at Sweet & Savories, post #29 in this thread from the Chicago Forum:
http://flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=457684
Here is a long running thread of the best hot dog in Chicago from the Chicago Forum:
http://flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=334192
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