Hot dogs may be most commonly associated with the US, but there is no shortage of them in the UK either. In fact, by the end of today’s guide, we think you will have developed a dogged determination to seek them out for yourself. So whichever dog is your God, we’ve got you covered. Enjoy our guide on where to find the best London hot dogs.
London's best hot dog spots
Bodeans BBQ
- 25 Catherine Street, WC2B 5JS
Located in Covent Garden, Bodeans BBQ is a vibrant restaurant that brings traditional Kansas City flavours to the heart of London. Expect comfy leather booths throughout the friendly restaurant, as well as US-inspired decor like animal skulls, colourful artwork and wooden furnishings.
There's plenty of delicious slow-cooked meat on their menu, and hot dogs make up a prime portion. Think quarter pounder beef hot dogs topped with beef brisket chilli, pulled pork or grilled onions, and there's even a vegan bratwurst with black bean chilli.
Tuck into tasty hotdogs in comfy surrounds here.
MEATliquor
- 17 Queensway, Bayswater, W2 4QP
Meatliquor have got venues all over the city, from Notting Hill to East Dulwich and Oxford Circus. This meaty favourite is cooking up the finest burgers, fried chicken and hotdogs around, with plant-based and halal options available too.
There are two sumptuous hotdogs to munch on here, both a meat and veggie option. Load up on sausages topped with black bean chilli, pickled jalapenos, diced white onions and more, washed down with refreshing signature cocktails.
Chow down on this chiili-loaded treat.
Elaine's Bar, Restaurant And Deli
- 77 Kingsway, WC2B 8SR
Elaine's Bar, Restaurant And Deli is a Holborn favourite that promises multiple things all in one venue. They pay homage to New York with their menu, which is available in their Big Apple-inspired bar, the restaurant or to takeaway from the deli counter.
This buzzing venue serves up tasty American eats all day long, and there's a delicious hotdog making its way onto the menu. It's filled with Swiss cheese, loaded up with fried onions, sweet mustard and salt beef - yum.
Expect chic New York vibes at Elaine's.
Red Dog Austin Bar-B-Que Soho
- 20 Berwick Street, W1F 0PY
An authentic American barbecue restaurant in the heart of Soho, Red Dog Austin Bar-B-Que is a saloon-style spot that serves up all sorts of meaty treats. Their meats are slow-roasted over aromatic hickory wood in their award-winning smokers, and there are two tasty hotdogs on the menu.
Choose between a prime rib dog, served with roast potatoes, gravy and creamed corn or a smoked plant-based option with creamed spinach. You'll enjoy these in a trendy restaurant that's decked out in dark, dimly lit interiors. They also have a residency at the glorious World's End in Finsbury Park.
Meat lovers will be in paradise here.
All Star Lanes
- Various Locations
All Star Lanes boasts locations all over the city, from Holborn to Stratford and Brick Lane. These quirky bowling alleys provide a retro, American-inspired setting for games and great food, each flaunting uniquely stylish interiors.
Be sure to play a few rounds on the lanes, before heading to the restaurant area for US-style comfort food. They've got four different hotdogs on the menu, and there's a choice between pork, beef or Redefine Meat sausages. Toppings range from salt beef to caramelised onions or barbecue pulled pork, and they're all served with fries.
You can game and dine all in one at All Star Lanes.
The Sausage Man
- Various Locations
Based in the Dartford area, The Sausage Man offers everything you could possibly ask for when it comes to hotdogs. They've been importing top quality sausages and other specialist food from Germany since 2005, which are sold all over the UK.
You'll find them at pubs and street food spots across London, and they're well worth a try. Tuck into a wide variety of bratwurst, frankfurters and classic hotdogs, with plenty of great vegan alternatives available.
Enjoy German goodness from The Sausage Man.
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