3. Dog E. Style

R-rated name aside, there’s lots to like about this relative newcomer, including an entire wall of condiments. “It’s like Yogurtland but with hot dogs,” offers the guy behind the counter. In addition to the dog accessories you’d expect, there are also items like pesto mayonnaise and garlic chili sauce. Thesignature dog, a thick link made of beef, pork and veal, is juicy and flavorful. Try it with melted shredded cheddar cheese, grilled onions, chopped dill pickle and a healthy shot of the house sauce, which is like a spunky Thousand Island.

Dog E. Style

More information:

Address:

6323 Hollywood Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90028

Website

www.dogestylehotdogs.com

4. Dog Haus Biergarten

Happiness is a Sooo Cali dog, a pitcher of beer and some good friends on the patio of this urban cool dog spot. Like all of the hot dogs here, the Sooo Cali is served on a buttered and griddled Hawaiian bread bun, so you get those good, perfectly-crisped greasy edges. The beef link is substantial, and shares bun real estate with fresh arugula, juicy sliced tomatoes, ripe avocado slices and a fat squiggle of zippy basil aioli. It’s a mouthful, but a happy one. Heat seekers need look no further than the Old Town Dog, a bacon-wrapped looker finished with caramelized onions, chipotle mayo, crumbled cotija cheese and a mess of fiery sautéed jalapeños. Additional locations in Pasadena and Alhambra, with more on the way.

Dog Haus Biergarten

More information:

Address:

93 East Green Street Pasadena, CA 91105

Phone:

00 1 (626) 683-0808

Website

http://doghaus.com/