Updated at 12:15 p.m. July 19, 2021, in advance of the national holiday.
During a hot Texas summer, frankly every day seems perfect for a fresh-off-the-grill (or fresh-out-the-microwave) hot dog. Well, we’re giving you one more reason to go out and enjoy some weenies.
July 21 is National Hot Dog Day.
Whether you celebrate in your backyard or by visiting one of these doggone good restaurants, we hope you relish your hot dog.
Check out one of these hot dog places in Irving to celebrate the special day.
Wayback Burgers
Although Wayback specializes in burgers, the hot dogs don’t fall by the wayside. They offer two variations — the Wayback Dog and the Craft Your Own — and really, when you craft your own, the options are endless. Want to try something weird? “We double-dog dares you,” the menu reads. 6421 Riverside Dr. #100 waybackburgers.com
Burger Street
Here’s another place where burgers are the main event — but don’t worry, the franks aren’t forgotten. Burger Street has your classic hot dog along with another favorite, the Chili Cheese Dog. It’s a holiday, so you can get both, right? 3401 N. Beltline Rd. www.burgerstreet.com
Unicorndog
If you’re looking to be a bit unconventional this National Hot Dog Day, have a corn dog at Unicorndog. One reviewer writes they are the “best corn dogs we’ve ever had.” With a wide variation of corn dogs, from the Bacon Mozzarella dog to the Hot Cheetos Dog, you’ll definitely find something exciting to try. 3048 N Belt Line Rd. unicorndog.business.site
Chicago Pizza Las Colinas
We’ve all heard of Chicago-style hot dogs, but who has actually had one? Well, there’s no better day to see if it’s worth the hype. At Chicago Pizza, there is only one: the classic Chicago Dog, complete with a pickle spear, celery salt, red onions, mustard, peppers, tomatoes and green relish. 114 E. John Carpenter Fwy #160 chicagopizzalascolinas.com
Five Guys
Five Guys is tried and true, and perfect for hot dog lovers and haters alike. If the family can’t all agree to celebrate National Hot Dog day, this might be the place to go. Five Guys has a robust selection of franks — four varieties, to be exact — as well as burgers, sandwiches, fries and shakes. What’s not to love? 6440 N. Macarthur Blvd. Ste. 110 fiveguys.com
