Eat · Burgers and hot dogs · 2026
The best hot dogs in New York.
Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 8 places.
I won’t argue that pizza is the number one “must try” food in New York City, but number two? That’s debatable.
Some might say bagels, other folks might argue cheesecake, but me? I’m leaning toward hotdogs. According to the internet, a New York hotdog is topped with sauerkraut, spicy brown mustard, and onions. But if I’m being frank (pun intended) the best hotdogs in New York City are customized to your liking. Whether you like ’em plain or brimming with toppings, it doesn’t matter. All you have to do is try one.
- Bobbi’s Italian BeefRestaurant · Cobble HillDespite the $20 price tag, its unforgettable taste makes it a must-try.
- Carnegie John’sRestaurant · MidtownThe dogs are inexpensive and appetizing, which is all you can ask for.
- Crif DogRestaurant · East Village
- Dyckman DogsRestaurant · InwoodThe reason I highly recommend Dyckman Dogs? The happy hour deal is amazing.
- Frankel’s Delicatessen & AppetizingRestaurant · GreenpointFor just $5, you can enjoy one of the best hotdogs in NYC, complete with an all-beef frank, generous mustard, and delicious sauerkraut.
- Gray’s PapayaRestaurant · Upper West SideThe joint is so good it was one of the late Anthony Bourdain’s favorites.
- Katz’s DeliRestaurant · Lower East SideKatz’s is an iconic cafeteria-style deli that has been a favorite among New Yorkers since 1888 and remains one of NYC’s most famous restaurants.
- Schaller’s Stube Sausage BarRestaurant · Upper East SideThe Classic, priced at $9, features a top-quality bratwurst with mustard and sauerkraut.
Bobbi’s Italian Beef
Restaurant · Cobble Hill · 228 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Despite the $20 price tag, its unforgettable taste makes it a must-try.
Carnegie John’s
Restaurant · Midtown · 7th Ave &, W 56th St, New York, 10011
The dogs are inexpensive and appetizing, which is all you can ask for.
Dyckman Dogs
Restaurant · Inwood · 105-A Dyckman St, New York, NY 10040
The reason I highly recommend Dyckman Dogs? The happy hour deal is amazing.
Frankel’s Delicatessen & Appetizing
Restaurant · Greenpoint · 631 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
For just $5, you can enjoy one of the best hotdogs in NYC, complete with an all-beef frank, generous mustard, and delicious sauerkraut.
Gray’s Papaya
Restaurant · Upper West Side · 2090 Broadway, New York, NY 10023
The joint is so good it was one of the late Anthony Bourdain’s favorites.
Katz’s Deli
Restaurant · Lower East Side · 205 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002
Katz’s is an iconic cafeteria-style deli that has been a favorite among New Yorkers since 1888 and remains one of NYC’s most famous restaurants.
Schaller’s Stube Sausage Bar
Restaurant · Upper East Side · 1652 2nd Ave New York, NY 10028
The Classic, priced at $9, features a top-quality bratwurst with mustard and sauerkraut.
Best hot dogs in New York, 2026
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