Seasonal & Holidays

Fourth Of July: Best Hot Dogs In DC

Looking to skip the cooking on Fourth of July? Here are some of the top places for hot dogs around DC, according to Yelp.

WASHINGTON, DC — All hail the hot dog, the ubiquitous and uniquely American creation that for whatever reason has become a symbol for, well, simply being a U.S. citizen. That's especially true on Independence Day, a holiday during which a whopping 150 million hot dogs will be consumed, according to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council.

So, in that vein, what are some of best area eateries to grab a good dog during the Fourth of July, or anytime, for that matter? Well, the restaurant website Yelp has suggestions, primarily based on reader reviews about local establishments. There's quite the wide variety here.

Did Yelp overlook a popular place? Let us know in the message section below or on Facebook. Also, feel free to add such comments as your favorite condiments or whether you prefer traditional buns or those of the split-top variety. Chicago-style? New York-style? Which? Too, if you're a vegetarian, tell us about alternatives.

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