161288 Wed Oct 13 07:13:50 -0700 2004 134 13 New England 0 864550 For a great HotDog in Conn. Go to Blackies in Cheshire.Don't forget to try their relish. That's what makes the HotDog so great. Wed Oct 13 07:13:50 -0700 2004 0 Alienkeeper 1 864551 We love Blackie's!!! Hot dogs are awesome and cheap at about $1.50 each. Yes, the relish is what makes them so good. They are open every day except Friday. Wed Oct 13 07:16:54 -0700 2004 864550 0 Lily 2 864552 Blackie's relish is good, but I was never too keen on their dogs, though. This thread has come up before, and I'm surprised Guida's on the Meriden-Middlefield line hasn't come up more often. The dogs grilled 'til they're nice and crispy with fantastic flavor. As per NE tradition the buns split and toasted. The fries are made fresh to boot. Check out the Sterns' review below. E.G> Link: http://www.roadfood.com/Reviews/Writeup.aspx?ReviewID=1188&RefID=1188 Wed Oct 13 09:32:16 -0700 2004 864551 0 E.G. 3 864564 As long as you are posting reviews by the Stern's then I should add this review that they did of Blackie's. Note that it was reviewed after Guida's. They are both great places for hot dogs, it just depends on your preferences. Another great hot dog place is Frankie's with several locations in Waterbury, Bristol and Naugatuck. Link: http://www.roadfood.com/Reviews/Overview.aspx?RefID=667 Wed Oct 13 20:47:43 -0700 2004 864552 0 Lily 4 864581 Frankies, eh? I remember they used to have a branch in Cheshire, must've been around 15 years ago or so. I didn't know they're still around -- I might have to make a trip! E.G. Thu Oct 14 09:55:30 -0700 2004 864564 0 E.G. 5 864598 The best, bar none, hot dogs in Connecticut are at a place in Colchester, The name escapes me. Anyone? Thu Oct 14 12:04:26 -0700 2004 864581 0 Cookie 6 864608 Would this be Harry's Drive-In by any chance? I heard that their food is awesome. Thu Oct 14 13:31:20 -0700 2004 864598 0 Lily 7 864625 I will go with the message abour Millsie's in Windsor Locks, I am a regular there, a super nice couple run the place, VERY CLEAN and there chili (no beans, really a meat sauce) is the best. The Muckies hot dogs they sell are the best, Grote and W changed hands a few years ago and are not the same, muckies have been the same for over 90 years! Ales Thu Oct 14 14:54:19 -0700 2004 864608 0 Alex 8 865112 I like JK's in Danbury...... There's a meat sauce Fri Oct 29 11:26:01 -0700 2004 864625 0 Waldo 8 874381 been i fla 45 yrs, still get muckies mailed to me Thu Dec 01 14:01:30 -0800 2005 864625 0 b white 9 2029676 hello i lived in conn for 6 years and fell in love with muckies hotdogs and now i wont eat any other hot dog can you help me find a site where i can order them it will be greatly apprecated Fri Nov 17 15:02:30 -0800 2006 874381 53833 always_a_loser_magnet 9 2187576 can you tell me how to get muckies sent . I am in florida and would like some Lenny sailing@sweetliberty.com Sun Jan 14 15:08:18 -0800 2007 874381 66846 sailing 10 2334026 Lenny, Were you able to get info on Muckies? Thanks, Rick Tue Feb 27 11:09:04 -0800 2007 2187576 77153 rstiff41 9 2187628 Alex can pass along how to get muckes in fla Sun Jan 14 15:31:07 -0800 2007 874381 66846 sailing 10 2917182 I live in Texas and would like to get the info on where I can purchase muckies from and have them shipped to my home. Can you please share any info you have? Thanks! Thu Sep 06 13:23:50 -0700 2007 2187628 125235 dfinch 9 2333996 Can you give me contact info for Muckies? Thanks alot, Rick Tue Feb 27 11:04:06 -0800 2007 874381 77153 rstiff41 9 3044824 I grew up on muckies how can i get them delivered to my house in South Carolina? dawn32071 Wed Oct 17 18:40:56 -0700 2007 874381 135527 dawn32071 9 3601897 How do you get Mucke's shipped Wed Apr 16 17:35:01 -0700 2008 874381 124115 sumner 9 3698734 I just moved to SC about a year ago & so far the dogs are horrible. I've eaten at Blackies, Guida's and Frankies & all their dogs are excellent. I enjoy the Muckie brand hotdog the best with Hummel at a close second. Can you tell me where you order the Muckies from? Thanks in advance. Sun May 18 12:49:51 -0700 2008 874381 193286 babecarta 10 3953425 We moved to FL 12 years ago from Hamden. Whenever we have visitors from CT, our guests are REQUIRED to bring a 5 lb. box of Hummel's for Mom. They are the best! Wed Aug 13 09:52:37 -0700 2008 3698734 205596 loriinfl 7 2032667 It would be Harry's Place, The are open only in the warmer months of the year. While it is still great, it has changed slightly and I find the food is not quite as perfect as it once was. This is sour grapes perhaps, I hate having childhood memories changed or taken away. It is still my favorite place for burgers and dogs and great onion rings and fries. You sit out on great old picnic tables, thick with deep green paint under nice shade trees. I cannot think of a more ideal setting for a drive in dinner. Sat Nov 18 19:24:28 -0800 2006 864608 52629 gardencub 8 4649116 Garden, I have the same childhood memories. The burgers used to be better, and the atmosphere was different. They went downhill somewhere in the late 90s. Still good rings and a good burger, but not what it used to be. Maybe they cut down on the fat content? Sat May 02 19:25:39 -0700 2009 2032667 255696 gildomilo 9 4657385 ;I hate to say it, but this year, the food is really bad, the burgers are now being made with chopped meat that is so high in fat content that the flavor is gone. I think that finally greed, efficiency, and the economy have caused some less then 'savory" practices to be instituted. You can't go home again... Tue May 05 17:18:07 -0700 2009 4649116 52629 gardencub 7 3630773 amazing hotdogs,hamburgers, fries, onion rings, fried clams! Fri Apr 25 18:17:38 -0700 2008 864608 186949 tammiteacher 8 4165167 I second Saint's as Best dog in CT.. Don't overlook Blackies in Prospect Though. Their dogs are Regular Hummels but that Home-made relish is Excellent. Berlin Pizza on the Berlin Tnpk is also said to have a good dog - Anything is Better than their God-Awful Pizza. Link: http://www.condomman.com Tue Nov 11 12:39:35 -0800 2008 3630773 239195 superkevbo 7 4820643 That would be Harry's. LOOOOONNNNNNNGGGGGGG lines in the summer. Wed Jul 01 06:31:18 -0700 2009 864608 1090004 mbdodge 6 864737 are you thinking of Harry's?-- been there for 50 years that I remember. 'Course Old Harry is ling gone but the quality continues, hamburgers are great too and the lines are there all summer long. They close soon- so hurry up! Fri Oct 15 20:41:06 -0700 2004 864598 0 beachbumnana 6 4664649 Harry? I haven't been there in a few years. It was named after a CT legislator who is now deceased. I think his name was Harry Cohen. Thu May 07 19:39:50 -0700 2009 864598 282014 aldente1 3 2584264 Blackies, huh? Well, blackies now Sells its relish.Since Rosslers went out of business, I think they use hummels now, another really good Dog.....In Florida we cannot get a decent hot relish except if we have talentged friends who can make it for us or send away to Uncle Maynards Hot Pepper relish. Nothing good here in Florida...Yukkie Sat May 19 10:51:01 -0700 2007 864552 99773 kalove345 4 3346204 Do you know how to send away to Uncle Maynard's? We moved from CT to TX and can't find it anywhere including the internet. Tue Jan 29 16:36:53 -0800 2008 2584264 161674 mcklarson 2 864945 Update everyone! Happened to stop at Harry's in Colchester the other day for lunch and it is still as good as ever, open only thru next weekend, Halloween, before it closes for the season. All beef hot dogs are still made by Bogners and the others are Muckes; So that ends the debtate- they have both. And the hamburgers are still the best ever, still prepared the way Harry did 50 years ago, and the rolls - which no longer come from Colchester Bakery, are identical to the ones we all know and love. Get there for your last licks ASAP!!! Fri Oct 22 13:24:53 -0700 2004 864551 0 beachbumnana 2 3540223 the best hot dog i've ever had was at Kurt's Mucke's in Torrington soo goood. Sat Mar 29 08:40:23 -0700 2008 864551 176136 kurt johnson 3 3540247 I have to agree. Kurt's dogs are legend in the greater Torrington area. Sat Mar 29 08:51:32 -0700 2008 3540223 15347 MagnumWino 3 3557088 Kurt's Hot dogs are like candy to me! I have tried to buy Muckie's and bring them home but they do NOT taste as great as Kurt's!! I wish they were there longer than just till 3 pm. How many times have I been by their two locations in Torrington only to have it be 3:15 and they are gone! THAT ruins the rest of my day!!!! Thu Apr 03 09:17:22 -0700 2008 3540223 180055 bbenedict01 2 3899374 I agree with Blackies. Not only is the relish second to none, the mustard is awesome as well.I also like the way you place your order. Just stand at the counter and yell out how many dogs you want. I always loved the "no dancing" sing on the wall in the side dinning room! Thu Jul 24 19:09:43 -0700 2008 864551 212617 Stiflersmom 1 864557 Blackie's does absolutely nothing for me. They are so militant with their lack of condiments, but it isn't like they have a fantastic dog where I should savor the flavor of it. I recently tried Guida's. I agree with the other post, very good dog. Super Dupre Weenie in Fairfield is good, but their dogs alone are just OK. It is the three pounds of condiments that make them good! Wed Oct 13 16:49:40 -0700 2004 864550 0 mels 1 864572 Woah, wanna try a FANTASTIC hot dog, check out MILLSIE"S a hot dog cart (enclosed trailer actually) in Windsor Locks by the airport, on rt 75 (next to Bradley Bowl and McD's). They have fantastic dogs (Muckies dogs) plain, but their meat sauce, sauerkraut and onion relish is beyond compare. I think weekdays only till about 3, and they said they will be there all winter. Nice days be ready to wait in line at lunch. Grin Thu Oct 14 08:54:39 -0700 2004 864550 0 Grin 1 864604 Don't overlook "Saint's" in Southington near the Plainville town line on Rte 10. The "in-crowd" knows that the proper way of ordering a dog there is with "MOS"* *Mustard, Onions, Sauce Thu Oct 14 13:14:53 -0700 2004 864550 0 Far Far 2 2380351 Oh, I miss Saints! Every Friday, my boss would say "Let us adjourn to the Sainted Venue" and we'd all troop over there for lunch. I live in Cleveland now and have to visit Saints next time I'm home. Tue Mar 13 07:27:50 -0700 2007 864604 69134 Chicklet 1 864612 Swanky Franks in Norwalk has one of the best dogs. They deep fry them and then throw them on the gill. They're on the Post Rd (Rt 1) at Exit 13 off Rt 95 Thu Oct 14 13:45:34 -0700 2004 864550 0 Sean 1 864613 Hi everyone. mels alludes to a key point of mine. Who MAKES the best hot dog, not serves the best? Condiments do not make the hot dog in my opinion. Which COMPANY is best? I personally detest Grote and Weigel, but Hummel, Stanley Provision and Bogner are all good. What say you? Thu Oct 14 13:49:21 -0700 2004 864550 0 Tom 2 864631 Whenever I buy hot dogs at the grocery store to cook at home I usually like Mucke's with the casings on them. My favorite way to cook them is on the grill. Thu Oct 14 15:27:37 -0700 2004 864613 0 Lily 3 867666 Hi, I live in FL and I would like to know if there is a way to order Muckes. My neighbor is from Conn. and we have had the oportunity to taste them and we love them. I am from MA amd we grew up on essems and I thought they were the best until I had Muckes. Thanks, Jen Sat Mar 19 11:59:54 -0800 2005 864631 0 Jen 4 3698760 Jen, If you received an address for ordering Muckes/Muckies/Mucke's hot dogs could please pass it along to me. Thanks. Babe Sun May 18 13:01:58 -0700 2008 867666 193286 babecarta 2 864735 Good point and Bogners were always the best but no one serves them anymore. Hummels aren't too bad, but a good solid all beef hot dog with natural casing that "pops" when you bite into it-- who still makes those? Doogie's in Newington comes close-- any others? Fri Oct 15 20:27:22 -0700 2004 864613 0 beachbumnana 3 864762 Kirschner Meats in Augusta, Maine makes great natural casing hot dogs but, alas, I haven't been able to find any since I have been in CT :-( Look for the name "Kirschner" at your local market. Sat Oct 16 13:18:27 -0700 2004 864735 0 Lynda 4 1900910 Kirschners closed down in Maine. Someone (Jordans?) bought the kirschner brand name but if you find kirschner franks anywhere these days they're not the same that we came to know and love, sorry. Mon Sep 25 18:39:10 -0700 2006 864762 13137 jackattack 5 3610601 yes my grandfather sold the business to jordans, but there is one place i know of that still sells the original called Bodans or something like that, one of the people that used to work for my grandfather opened up his old shop and still makes them like the good old days. Sat Apr 19 14:40:59 -0700 2008 1900910 185050 khotdawg 6 3899153 No, my grandfather sold it to jordans! haha who are you? I just bought a package of Kirschners last week, and they were quite delicious. you must be my cousin? ... Thu Jul 24 17:41:54 -0700 2008 3610601 212887 allie651 3 864860 Doogies is NO LONGER in Newington. They have moved. Their new address is: 560 Chase Avenue Waterbury, CT Exit 36 off Route 8 (203) 574-1700 Tue Oct 19 11:00:56 -0700 2004 864735 0 John Gould 4 865046 My drive home on the Berlin Turnpike takes me by Doogies in Newington every evening. As of last night (Oct 26, 2004), the Newington Doogies was definitely open. The lights were on, the "open" sign was lit and there were cars in the parking lot. Doogies may have opened in another location, but they've still in Newington as well. Wed Oct 27 09:10:35 -0700 2004 864860 0 Far Far 5 865296 Doogies does have 2 locations and both are open. However, go another 5 minutes down the Berlin Turnpike into Hartford and go to Rosco's Big Dog (Franklin Ave.). It is a much better dog and a lot cleaner. Fri Nov 05 21:58:39 -0800 2004 865046 0 Drummer 2 864798 Rosseler's, without a dooubt. Sun Oct 17 21:42:21 -0700 2004 864613 0 Michael Hoffman 2 867282 can't find a good hotdog since I move to Florida. Only packaged ones which don't taste the same. I miss Hummel natural casting hotdogs. Can't find them on the web. Help, anyone know where I can send for some? Wed Mar 02 17:34:40 -0800 2005 864613 0 eleanor blossom 3 3698765 Eleanor, If received an address for Hummel could you please share it with me. Thanks. Babe Carta Sun May 18 13:04:57 -0700 2008 867282 193286 babecarta 2 870055 I personally think that when it comes to quality hotdogs it would ahve to go to Grote and Weigel. Bogners is pretty good but no where near grote and weigel. Tue Jun 28 16:08:27 -0700 2005 864613 0 Robert 2 871101 Just trying to see if anyone know what happened to Stanley Provision formely in Manchester, CT. They've either relocated or closed, anyone know ?? Thanks Wed Jul 27 15:14:43 -0700 2005 864613 0 Bob 2 1898392 I have to put in a vote for Saugy's, made in RI since 1869. Great dog with a natural casing and distinctive taste. http://www.saugy.net Update: Just read on the site that they're no longer made in RI. The newest member of the family closed the old Providence plant and has contracted out the manufacturing to a place in Lynn, MA. I bought a pound recently, though, and they tasted exactly the same, so they've preserved the recipe very well. Sun Sep 24 14:12:00 -0700 2006 864613 37636 smoky 2 2702240 Growing up in Danbury we always swore by Tobin's First Prize dogs. I don't even know if they make them any more. Thu Jun 28 06:32:49 -0700 2007 864613 98541 anadandy 3 2702951 They're still made in Albany, New York. Thu Jun 28 09:50:09 -0700 2007 2702240 11964 hotdoglover 1 864614 Swanky Franks in Norwalk has one of the best dogs. They deep fry them and then throw them on the gill. They're on the Post Rd (Rt 1) at Exit 13 off Rt 95 Thu Oct 14 13:50:23 -0700 2004 864550 0 Sean 1 864648 Harry's in Colchester Capitol Lunch in New Britian Thu Oct 14 17:32:06 -0700 2004 864550 0 Alison 2 864734 Edd's in Westbrook on Rt 1, with grilled onions, chili or cheese, they are split then grilled, the rolls are toasted, and they are yummy. Johnny Add's has gone down hill, not as good as they used to be. I miss the old Jimmie's at Savin Rock- now THOSE were good hotdogs! Bart's in Windsor had good ones too but haven't been there in years. Fri Oct 15 20:24:21 -0700 2004 864648 0 beachbumnana 2 4649126 I second Capitol Lunch good dogs cheap price fast service Sat May 02 19:33:57 -0700 2009 864648 287727 bmgsmg72 1 864674 My favorites are SAINT's in Southington...Chili with melty american cheese...delicious! Rosco's on Franklin Ave in Hartford is also very good and the owner is dedicated to pleasing the customer. He did a ton of research on hot dogs/recipes prior to opening his business. Try the CC rider dog. I love Capital Lunch too but I do not love their famous meat sauce. It tastes like nutmeg or something funky...just not my thing. Shady Glen does a pretty decent "crispy" cheese-furter. Fri Oct 15 08:08:09 -0700 2004 864550 0 smalley1213 2 864694 I always thought the predominant flavor in Capitol's meat sauce was cumin. I've met more than a few people who really dislike cumin, so I'm not surprised that some may not care for the sauce. E.G. Fri Oct 15 10:49:56 -0700 2004 864674 0 E.G. 2 867481 I second Saint's as Best dog in CT.. Don't overlook Blackies in Prospect Though. Their dogs are Regular Hummels but that Home-made relish is Excellent. Berlin Pizza on the Berlin Tnpk is also said to have a good dog - Anything is Better than their God-Awful Pizza. Link: http://www.condomdepot.com Fri Mar 11 12:23:28 -0800 2005 864674 0 Johnnyct 1 864702 I'm surprised nobody mentioned Doogie's (home of the 2-foot hot dog!) on the Berlin Turnpike in Newington, just south of McDonald's. The hot dogs are wonderful, grilled with snappy casings, and the "2-foot" ones are actually probably closer to 3 feet, with specially made rolls to match. Hamburgers, chicken and seafood equally good. Fri Oct 15 13:40:02 -0700 2004 864550 0 Mary 1 864751 I'm a hot dog lover from N.J. who has been to Conn. a few times to sample hot dogs there. I would say that these two states have the best hot dog restaurants. New York has a few good ones, but lacks the variety of N.J. and Conn. You can get kosher style all beef dogs, German style beef and pork, and have them cooked a number of ways. Deep fried, griddled, deep fried then griddled, charbroiled (The Glenwood Drive Inn) etc. I've been to Swanky Franks, Capitol Lunch (Storrs, not New Britain) Rawley's, Super Duper Weenie, and I've had the dog served at Rosco's in Hartford although I haven't been there yet. This dog is from N.J. and I have access to it here. All are very good. I would rate Roscos as the best tasting dog, while Super Duper Weenie has a less flavorful (but good) dog that complements the homemade condiments. I'm looking forward to going to Rosco's as I've heard that they also have excellent homemade condiments. In two weeks, a bunch of people from Jersey and Conn. will be sampling dogs at Rosco's, Super Duper Weenie, Danny's, Capitol Lunch, Blackies, Glenwood Drive Inn, and Mr. Mac's. This is a followup to a trip last month to five of Jersey's best hot dog joints. These were Charlies Famous Italian Hot Dogs, The Hot Grill, Rutt's Hut, Syd's, and The Galloping Hill Inn. All are excellent and represent different styles. An Italian Hot Dog is one (or 2 for a double) beef dog on Italian style pizza bread that is deep fried and topped with peppers, onions, and potatoes. Absolutely delicious. The Hot Grill serves a deep fried beef/pork dog that is topped with thin Greek style chili sauce. Called a Texas Weiner here in Jersey. Rutt's Hut also serves a delicious deep fried dog that is topped with their unique relish that is my favorite hot dog condiment. Syd's serves a long, natural casing all beef dog that is charbroiled. The Galloping Hill Inn has a German style beef and pork dog made specially for them by Grote and Weigel that is better than the regular dogs made by them. Cooked on a griddle and served on a harder, football shaped bun. All of these places are well worth seeking out if you are in Jersey. Contact me for directions if needed. Looking forward to sampling the Conn. dogs in 2 weeks. Will report back. Sat Oct 16 10:17:50 -0700 2004 864550 0 John Fox 1 864770 By far, best hot dog is Rosco's Big Dog on Franklin Ave in Hartford. Only open for a year so far, but owner knows his stuff. Grilled, natural casing dogs (Thumann's?) on a butter toasted bun with a bunch of condiment offerings. Its quietly becoming a favorite spot in Hartford. Best to go before or after lunch, or on Saturdays. Sat Oct 16 16:15:31 -0700 2004 864550 0 Drummer 2 1911725 I met the owner at the Big E, where he had a stand at the Connecticut building. Yeah, that guy is passionate about his dogs! Fri Sep 29 19:50:18 -0700 2006 864770 37636 smoky 1 2335682 One of my favorites is Glenwoods - great doggy ... http://www.roadfood.com/Reviews/Overview.aspx?RefID=654 Tue Feb 27 17:32:54 -0800 2007 864550 12404 TAP 1 2354447 Take a drive to westchester! Walter's hot dogs on the post road(mamaroneck, NY) is by far the best hot dogs anywhere. Mon Mar 05 12:16:25 -0800 2007 864550 27529 lwa 1 2358167 Don't forget Augie's and Rays in East Hartford. With onions and sauce, of course. Tue Mar 06 10:51:46 -0800 2007 864550 48085 Waquoit 1 2362805 Its great to hear Saints mentioned! My mom grew up in Plainville, and to this day (after living in CA for 40 years) her and my uncle's all still say Saints is the best, along with their whole belly clams you cant get out here. Wed Mar 07 13:39:13 -0800 2007 864550 24760 ragazza 1 2366269 The Merritt Canteen on Main st. in Bridgeport. I used to have an office within walking distance and their chilidogs are the best. the downside was that my wife could smell me before i got into the house. Thu Mar 08 12:17:24 -0800 2007 864550 75907 japhyryder 2 2369865 Popey's in Morris!!!!! Fri Mar 09 10:49:42 -0800 2007 2366269 65217 OrganicLife 2 2582688 I grew up about 10 minutes from the canteen,remember it well.Been in North Carolina for 20 years but still miss certain foods real bad.Rawley's, the Cricket near the airport and the old greeks on Boston Ave.At least we have Dunkin Donuts now. Fri May 18 15:34:11 -0700 2007 2366269 99646 grego53 1 2369913 I'm surprised nobody mentioned Bart's in Windsor. I don't know what brand they use but the finished product is old-fashioned buttery grilled goodness. In happy weather you can take your shake and your dog outside and sit at picnic tables overlooking the river. All Bart's diner fare is as generous and flavorful as 1957 summer nights in a Mercury Bel-Air! Fri Mar 09 11:00:53 -0800 2007 864550 81298 Mitsuo 1 2372725 CAPITOL LUNCH IN NEW BRITAIN. it is unreal and has been doing business there forever. the taste of the chili dogs is unmatched. Sat Mar 10 10:36:17 -0800 2007 864550 81583 barno 2 2584253 I am living here in Florida where the hot dogs are AWFUL!! Loved Blackies but still Hummels are my favorites as are Muckes...Natural casings, what else. I know Hummels are made in New Haven but How can I get them shipped here to Florida without giving them my first-born? Also, another good dog is deutchmachers natural casing... Sat May 19 10:46:43 -0700 2007 2372725 99773 kalove345 3 2607989 I have my brother go to Costco in Milford and they have Hummels and the price is reasonable.He then shipps them next day with fedex, uses dry ice packs, and they arrive still quite cold.Have never had a problem and while it's not the cheapest way to get a hotdog,I cannot eat the cheap packaged ones after growwing up in Conn.eating the best.Good Luck,Greg B. Mon May 28 11:18:15 -0700 2007 2584253 99646 grego53 4 2662630 I never thought of looking in the Costco when I'm down there. I'll grab my Hummel's there next time. Fri Jun 15 06:07:22 -0700 2007 2607989 41272 kaszeta 3 2904736 I moved to Auburndale florida from Conn. about 5 years back. I really NEED to find out how to get muckie's franks shipped here. HELP HELP Sun Sep 02 11:20:59 -0700 2007 2584253 124115 sumner 1 2386296 Someone else already asked who makes the best dog. The brands I'm familiar with are Muckes, Grote and Weigel, Hummel, and Martin Rosol's. Availablity seems to be very regional. I'm interested in sampling other locally produced brands. I've never seen or heard of Saugy's or Bogners, and I've heard of Rosseler's but no store in my area carries them. Where can you get these brands? Are there other good local producers who haven't been mentioned? Wed Mar 14 16:20:47 -0700 2007 864550 77547 hink 1 2397096 Rosseler's are out of business. I've never had Bogner's, but they are available in Conn. Saugy's are now made in Lynn, Massachusettes but still to the original recipe. Don't know where in New England they are available, but you can do a search and order them from their website. A very good frank with a slight peppery taste. Sun Mar 18 10:44:25 -0700 2007 864550 11964 hotdoglover 2 2584107 I stopped in a place right off the exit on Rt 9 about two down from Waterbury...was it "AL'S" hot dogs...I thought they were great. Bogners is in Manchester...a good product but second tier from a Grote and Weigle...I toured the factory once it was very clean. Muckies is good but then when I talk about hot dogs I am referring to natural casing...all these companies make an extruded dog...and I just can;t hack it. I hit capital lunch in NB now and then...but the place is so cold in the winter you have to eat with a coat on...I compare the dogs in size to Blackies,...and in reality...I have never been impressed much with the relish...I guess it's a love hate thing. I do like their sign. There is a place in Canton...on 44...little drive in..past the new Pseudo mall ...can;t place the name but it's small and all painted with murals...lots of flames...they make some good combo dogs..I had one the other day with crispy onions and horseradish sauce...it was great...can't think of the name...darn it. Last point..hate to be negative...last winter I went to Doogies on the Berlin Tpke...had the two foot dog...the roll was this big stale, chwey, piece of white bread split down the middle...like aboiyt two pounds worth ...saying it was bad would be a complimnent...and the place has this big sign on the wall that says it you don;t like anything...don;t complain, just go somewhere else...so I will. Sat May 19 09:37:31 -0700 2007 2397096 84367 sodagirl 3 2584542 Al's is on Route 8 in Naugatuck, south of Waterbury. Sat May 19 13:12:34 -0700 2007 2584107 23331 coldduck 3 2598875 The place in Canton is Juniors. I was never impressed, nor with Doogies. I liked the Original Ranch House in Hartford on the Windsor line, though the place now scares me. I was a huge Rosco's fan. They're opening this summer in downtown Hartford after closing their other location. That's my favorite and I miss them. I also like the Glenwood in Hamden and Super Duper Weenie in Fairfield. Thu May 24 11:40:16 -0700 2007 2584107 29292 rrdrums 4 2604986 I grew up in Hamden when Glenwood was king, and Wayne would turn those Hummels with those tongs like a concert pianist. It might have had something to do with flames singeing his arm. (It burned down once, you know) Interesting thread on 2 counts: that there are real hotdog aficionados who travel for that experience, and that this thread spans almost as much time as World War 1. Sat May 26 17:31:29 -0700 2007 2598875 57170 Veggo 1 2604878 In Fairfield, CT try Rawley's for the BEST dogs around. Get a dog with the works...bacon, relish, mustard and kraut. It's a little hole in the wall, not much atmosphere, but very good....also very good shakes. Part of their secret is that they deep fry the dogs briefly and then grill them and they are made to order...none hanging around. Sat May 26 16:19:00 -0700 2007 864550 73593 bmgjrg 1 2661902 It's been awhile since I've been to Rawleys in Fairfield. Went a few Saturdays ago and it was just outstanding. I forgot how good their dogs are. I am sad that Roesslers is gone; see that Rawley's sign still says they use Roessler hot dogs. I also really like Frankie's in West Haven. Always order it Split, Well-Done with Bacon--their homestyle relish is devine and they use French Bakery rolls I believe, which makes it. Thu Jun 14 19:12:03 -0700 2007 864550 100343 cheereeo 1 2682822 I just stopped at Blackie's yesterday. I had a nice lunch, 2 dogs with relish, chips and a root beer. I love the relish. To me, Blackie's is the kind of place Chowhound was created for. I also like Harry's in Colchester and Augie and Ray's in E. Hartford. I liked the food at Glenwood but the dining room is always a pig sty when I've been there. Thumb's down for me to Capitol Lunch. Those dogs never sit right in my stomach. Thu Jun 21 18:18:15 -0700 2007 864550 48085 Waquoit 1 2702220 Everyone should try Dragon Dogs in Old Saybrook, CT. The chef/owner Jack Flaws makes the best Lobster Hot Dog ever, he also owns a restaurant in the center of town but the hot dog stand is in the front of Harbor One Marina. Thu Jun 28 06:27:46 -0700 2007 864550 11531 krisrowe 2 2706906 I agree....try Dragon Dogs....There is a Lobster dog but also beef, pork and vegan. The topings and combos make the dogs (my Fav the Adam Bomb-named after the bartender at Jack's restaurant). There are also redhots and aleast a doz different topings. Fri Jun 29 11:37:51 -0700 2007 2702220 59711 John V 1 2787743 Stanley provisions went out of business but was still being made through NY meat in SW. Bogner burgers n dogs is still be sold through different little spots such as harrys, Augies and Rays, Shady Glen, Chells, Barts, Capitol lunch, and some other places around the state. They got one of the best dogs i think. Thu Jul 26 18:50:36 -0700 2007 864550 114680 johnsmelling 2 2788260 I believe Capitol Lunch uses a dog from Martin Rosol. Fri Jul 27 03:19:43 -0700 2007 2787743 11964 hotdoglover 1 2792744 I just went Glenwood before the free show on the Hamden green. I enjoyed every bite of my two dogs. I think the best CT dog would be a Glenwood dog with Blackie's relish. Sat Jul 28 19:53:55 -0700 2007 864550 48085 Waquoit 2 2797548 Anyone mention the original Ranch on North Main St Hartford? Mon Jul 30 15:08:12 -0700 2007 2792744 84367 sodagirl 1 2820339 Davids on rte 85 in flanders ct has great hot dogs love their chili nice and spicy it is only open from spring till late fall. Mon Aug 06 23:43:51 -0700 2007 864550 116858 panterarips 1 2937159 Blackie's is ok, but if you go a little further north, Sheik's in Torrington, right off rte. 8 is amazing, natural casing dogs with sauerkraut that has bits of roasted pork in it from the roast pork that they use for grinders. I lived in Torrington my whole life till 4 yrs ago when I moved to TX and that is what I miss the most. They are only available on Saturdays. There is also a place in Bristol called Buster's, they make this michigan sauce that is a little scary looking but tastes amazing. They also have unbeatable milkshakes, I get the one made with fresh blueberries or pineapple. The best I ever had though, wasn't in CT, it was in Pittsfield Ma. at The Hot Dog Ranch, which I believe has since closed, mini dogs, 3inches long with amazing chili sauce and fresh buns that were especially baked for them. they were about .60 ea and I could easily eat 6. Man I miss that joint, beer in frosted mugs too! Thu Sep 13 06:13:16 -0700 2007 864550 124362 ginger7949 2 2953194 OMG! I was just gonna write EVERYONE in CT has to go to Sheik's in Torrington!!!! I have always expected to see them on one of those Food Network shows 'Best Hot Dogs In America'. Yep, only on Saturdays, and I admit to being there many a time at 8am or before getting my dogs with their Kraut (and I typically don't like ANYBODY'S kraut) and Chili (homemade), and Cheese (they'll use sliced deli Provolone or Deli American, or whatever your heart desires...yummm.) There is truly NO PLACE like it for a great dog. Please make the trip if you're in CT - I moved to Myrtle Beach three years ago from, and it's the only thing I can say I completely Jones for! (Luckily I was in CT this summer and got a 'fix'). Tue Sep 18 13:41:14 -0700 2007 2937159 128328 Lise Morin 1 3044973 yankee doodle - new haven, ct bacon wrapped dog stuffed with cheese with buttered grilled bun. It's my death row meal Wed Oct 17 19:39:46 -0700 2007 864550 23058 ElizabethHenton 1 3060229 Stopped by Super Duper on Sunday evening. We were let in even though the 'Closed' sign was out (but it was only 5:56pm). Good dogs...great fries! They were a bit greasy but the flavor was remarkable. I struck up a conversation with the manager(?) and learned a couple things. The day before they had fried up seventeen 50lb bags of taters. They use soybean oil and hand-cut fries. They blanch for one minute, let cool, and then refry. Great "service," highly recommend. Tue Oct 23 13:17:20 -0700 2007 864550 134896 trooper26_26 1 3213616 My favorite place for dogs is the Dawg Haus in New Britain on East Street near the College. They split and grill there dogs and they have a great taste to them. My favorite is what they call the Strand Lunch Dog which is mustard onions and their chili sauce that they call the Strand sauce. I also like there hot relish when I am in the mood. They also carry Avery's soda which has been a favorite of mine for years! Does anyone know what happened to Juniors in Canton? I took a trip up there from New Britain a few weeks ago and it looked like maybe it was out of business??? I hope not I love there hamburgers! Someone told me they had another location called someone else anyone know the name and where? Sun Dec 16 17:07:02 -0800 2007 864550 150490 robbydec 1 3213650 super duper weenie in fairfield Sun Dec 16 17:25:45 -0800 2007 864550 63181 ShelT54 1 3540291 A friend of mine has reviewed dozens of nearby hot dog joints on his website, Holly Eats. I'll have to tell him about Blackie's... link: http://www.hollyeats.com/HotDogPage.htm Sat Mar 29 09:10:03 -0700 2008 864550 173182 Mrrrl4real 1 3554272 Heavenly Hot Dogs in the Blockbuster plaza at the top of East Main St in Torrington features Muckes and they are great!! Amazing amount of condiments including a fabulous hot relish and absolutely the BEST chili dog I have ever had bar none. Plus they have converted a camper into this really cool looking stand that has to be seen to be believed. :) Wed Apr 02 13:53:55 -0700 2008 864550 180151 cltcgirl 1 3555133 i have 2 say the best dog now in ct. is al's in naughatuck but my favorite was coreys in woodbury . on rt.6 they knocked it down a couple months ago also den mos in southbury pretty good happy hot dogging Wed Apr 02 17:49:39 -0700 2008 864550 179631 preacher 1 3605494 Roscoes! Downtown Hartford. Thu Apr 17 16:54:07 -0700 2008 864550 135484 Teraesa22 2 3605679 I agree! Rosco's on Temple Street is amazing and the owner really knows his stuff... Thu Apr 17 18:07:20 -0700 2008 3605494 105374 applesauce23 3 3607881 I triple that!!!!!! Fri Apr 18 12:24:33 -0700 2008 3605679 29292 rrdrums 3 3609478 I went to Roscoes for the first time last Saturday, and it was excellent. When the manager came around to ask how everything was, I told him I was there because I had heard good things about the place here on Chowhound. He seemed somewhat surprised. He said, "I thought that was just for upscale restaurants." Sat Apr 19 00:01:43 -0700 2008 3605679 11861 Lee Gordon 1 3629218 MUCKIES Is in Hartford on Main St. 1-890-246-5609 Fri Apr 25 10:08:10 -0700 2008 864550 186525 ZSUU 2 3639070 any news on the yankee doodle? Someone said it was open again? True? Any GREAT steamed dogs out there on the shoreline? Tue Apr 29 05:43:31 -0700 2008 3629218 23058 ElizabethHenton 2 3704722 Muckies correct number in Hartford CT is 860-246-5609. Tue May 20 08:58:00 -0700 2008 3629218 193286 babecarta 1 3698950 Blackie's was so diappointing! The hot dog was tiny and bun tasted like WonderBread. Glenwood's in Hamden isn't bad but I have yet to find a good hearty hot dog so will be interested to hear other suggestions. FoodTV had a 'Road Food" special a few years ago and mentioned a place in New Britain??? Sun May 18 14:34:34 -0700 2008 864550 35214 LCM 2 3701360 Hi-I agree with you. They say Blackie's is all about the relish but I hate relish. Here's where you've gotta try: Rosco's Big Dog on Temple Street in Downtown Hartford---tons of love go into these...you won't be disappointed Saint's in Southington---hands down the best chili cheese dog ever. Toasted NE style bun, the cheese is all melty and hiding under the perfectly grilled snappy dog, and the beanless chili...awesome. Also, Capital Lunch in New Britain is an institutution. It reminds me of the diner on SNL where they kept saying "no coke, pepsi...no fries, chips" in it's old timey-ness. They are super cheap and the sauce while a taste I feel you must become used to, is something you can come to crave. enjoy! Mon May 19 10:30:31 -0700 2008 3698950 15908 masha bousha 3 3706340 Masha Bousha...Capital Lunch is the place in New Britain mentioned on that "Road Food" show. Thanks for all the other suggestions! I like relish but did not think the Blackie's relish is worth all the hype. Tue May 20 15:14:08 -0700 2008 3701360 35214 LCM 4 3709158 Different strokes, I guess. I never liked relish until I went to Blackies. I like Glenwood. Glenwood then the free concert is a new Friday July tradition for us. Capitol Lunch makes me ill. Don't forget Augie and Ray's in E. Hartford. Wed May 21 13:13:38 -0700 2008 3706340 48085 Waquoit 1 3723961 I was just back in Ct and tried a Blackies Hot Dog(now Hummels) once again.....not disapointed at all. Still yummy!! You can purchase the relish now, a small jar is very expensive BUT does not taste the same as when the original Owners made it right outside their door near the restaurant. Maynards Hot Pepper relish is as good if not better....1-800-8relish and they will ship to you.Hummels will NOT ship, Muckie will NOT ship unless you are buying a boatload. Tue May 27 10:49:16 -0700 2008 864550 99773 kalove345 1 3938526 I LOVE Blackie's. I love the simplicity of their menu and their dedication to that very narrow range of food. I am very curious about their dogs though. They say they are hummels, but I cannot find Hummels that skinny anywhere. I don't like thick hot dogs, and would love to be able to buy these. I get the sense they have them made special or something. Anybody know anything about this? Thu Aug 07 12:17:10 -0700 2008 864550 216612 judie in the sky 1 2 3942231 judie, Hummels, like most hot dog manufacturers make more than one size. Rarely is it true that a place makes a "special recipe" dog. It's more difficult to make a different recipe than a different size. All Hummels beef and pork dogs are the same in regards to taste. Like River, I prefer the charbroiled dogs at the Glenwood Drive-In. Fri Aug 08 17:17:00 -0700 2008 3938526 11964 hotdoglover 1 3938672 I used to live in Cheshire and I liked Blackies, however I am a Glenwood guy.....great grilled dog, and the onion rings are awesome.......... I love the ordering process there, it cracks me up still 25 years later...the guy walking down the line and shouting your order back to the grill section. "THREE DOGS..........2 RING...............ONE FRY....." The funniest part is you find yourself at the counter to pay saying "3 dogs, 2 rings, 1 fry...." Steve Thu Aug 07 12:52:09 -0700 2008 864550 216062 River19 2 3950262 On my way back to West Hartford from a trip to Ikea yesterday we stopped at The Glenwood for my second time. I have to say, the dog alone is really tasty. I intentionally didn't get chili or cheese on it because it can't compete with Saint's (IMHO). I just got a dog and dressed it with mustard and 'kraut and the flavor of the dog was off the hook good. My SO wasn't as enchanted with her char-grilled burger and neither of us were wowed by the onion rings which were cooked fine but rather tasteless. I believe the Roadfood site mentions the O-rings as a must try but I'll probably never get them again there. Also, maybe it was just the young whippersnapper working there yesterday but when saying "fries" he says "FRENCH" as in "one French". Oh one more thing, while eating my dog I noticed that many folks order theirs either "well" or "burnt". I'll have to give that a shake next time. Tue Aug 12 09:42:46 -0700 2008 3938672 15908 masha bousha 3 4649256 Rawley's in Fairfield on Rt. 1 is still my favorite. Nothing fancy--just good dogs. Try one or two with a 'black and white' shake. Oh Baby! Sat May 02 20:56:46 -0700 2009 3950262 288858 musicrx65 1 4658260 when I'm not in Clifton, NJ eating a Rut's Hut deep fried dog, I like a Saint's chili-cheese dog in Plainville. I see a lot of mentions of Capitol Lunch in New Britain. Personally, I think their great sauce (chili) is wasted on a lackluster dog and bun. Wed May 06 03:36:55 -0700 2009 864550 289644 MacshashRIP 2 4660335 I agree. I think dogs at Capitol Lunch are nasty. Wed May 06 14:57:04 -0700 2009 4658260 48085 Waquoit 1 4658319 Interesting old thread that got bumped, and on the NE Board. In FFD county Jfood's favorites are -Super Duper. He lovess the NY Dog but saves his Chicago fix for when he is in Chicago - Chez Leonard - Now that the son has taken over he still keeps the quality great - Swanky Franks - It may sound silly but he likes the Norwalk location better than the Westport. Maybe jfood likes the "tradition" versus the slick - Hamburger Patty's - Jfood was driving up route 7 in Ridgefield/Danbury (keeps changing all the time on this stretch) and he was hungry. Pulled over to a little shack on the west side (near Calico Corners) and ordered two dogs. He was extremely pleasantly surprised. And jfood loves the name. And he has yet to try the dog at Burgers Shakes and Fries. He understands from many these are good but when he gets in the presence of the burger, the idea of ordering a dog slips jfood's mind. He has to remember to try one next time. Likewise jfood has on his calendar trying the dog from the truck just off route 8 in Oxford (exit 20). He keeps driving by on Sundays when she is closed. Wed May 06 04:42:05 -0700 2009 864550 11290 jfood 2 4658505 Wow Roscos Closed i didnt know that Wed May 06 06:28:56 -0700 2009 4658385 287727 bmgsmg72 2 4824567 Jfood, you might be confusing two nearby establishments, both of which are on the west side of 7 in Wilton, south of the Ridgefield line. The one near Calico Corners is Dexter's Dog House, which features Kuhn's chili. Hamburger Patty's is about a mile further north, next to a gas station. Thu Jul 02 09:58:57 -0700 2009 4658319 111382 flattop5 3 4824631 Nope. Dexter was not open yet when jfood stopped into Hamburger Pattys. And he agrees about the two locations. He was really hungry that morning, ate while driving, but he liked it. Thu Jul 02 10:13:52 -0700 2009 4824567 11290 jfood 1 4811704 OK my CT 'Hounds - I'm driving thru tomorrow and you are my home state though I live in CA now and have been gone for years - what's the definitive deal here on the best Dogs? This is an old thread - quick sound off as to who thinks what is good (and open on a summer sunday)? Taking 95 to 84 from NY to MA. Anything else I shouldn't miss? (Gonna do Neil's for crullers and Modern for a pie (no time for Sally's/Pepe's.) Sat Jun 27 17:26:34 -0700 2009 864550 75879 Pigeage 2 4811978 Taking 95 to 84 from NY to MA...they are parallel. good luck on that geographic null set. Dogs on 95 - Fairfield - Rawleys (X21) and Super Duper Wienie (X24) Norwalk - Swanky Franks (X14) Sat Jun 27 19:56:22 -0700 2009 4811704 11290 jfood 3 4827471 Hey 'Hounds - it's been fun reading your board during my trip to the nutmeg state. Had some great meals and snacks - including a nice dinner at Lenny's Indian Head and maybe the best donut (cruller) I've ever had at Neil's. As for the dogs, well, we hit Blackies - great summertime atmosphere, and no one has mentioned the birch beer which is a totally New England thing and not to be missed if you are an out of state foodie doing the regional eats thing like me (I don't think I have seen birch beer here in CA, but it must be here somewhere). The dogs are, I was told by another customer, Hummels but special make for them. They were, to me, very knackwurst-like in consistency - mild and plainish - a great backdrop for their relish, which is a surprisingly dark almost brown/army green color. We were glad we stopped - also glad to have coolered a five pound box of Mucke's and a buncha bags of New England style hot dog rolls for this weekend back here in L.A. from the Super Stop n' Shop! I snuck one already (you know, just to be sure they arrived safe and all) - they are waaaay better than the Hummels in my opinion - just a personal preference, but the difference was pretty striking. With Guildens and Blackies relish I think we will have no complaints on the 4th here in L.A. Hope you all have a great holiday weekend! Fri Jul 03 10:31:29 -0700 2009 4811978 75879 Pigeage