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A Connecticut Hot Dog Tour Last Updated: November 2023
Filmmaker Mark Kotlinski not long ago discovered that Connecticut is a hot dog paradise. In his film, A Connecticut Hot Dog Tour, he documents his mouth-watering road trip to some of Connecticut’s very best hot dog stands. From steam to grilled, and even deep-fried, and including house specialties and local hot dog culture, A Connecticut Hot Dog Tour is an entertaining examination of a true American favorite. And now it’s time to go grab a dog of your own at:
Rawley’s Drive-In, Fairfield
Rawley’s is famous for their bacon topped Hot Dog with “The Works.”
Glenwood Drive-In, Hamden
Glenwood Drive-In is known for their famous charcoal grilled hot dogs.
Frankie's, West Haven
Try their famous foot long hot dog.
Blackie’s Hot Dog Stand, Cheshire
Can't leave without trying some of their famous hot relish.
Capitol Lunch, New Britain
Get a hot dog with the works and their famous meat sauce.
Super Duper Weenie, Fairfield
Try one of their many specialties, The New Englander with their homemade hot relish.
Top Dog Hot Dog, Portland
Check out this cool, hot dog shaped trailer and the must-have spicy Cajun Dog.
Jake’s Diggity Dogs, New Haven
A perfect spot for late-night hot dog cravings, get foot-long hot dogs with your choice of 34 different toppings.
Riley's Hot Dog, New Britain
Born from family recipes, bringing about an innovative and enjoyable dining experience for hot dog enthusiasts and hamburger connoisseurs alike.