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dmartins123 Aug 11, 2011 10:35 PM

Nathan's Dogs in Ann Arbor?

I am planning a trip out to Michigan soon...does anyone know where I can pick up some nathan's dogs with the natural casings? I will be in the Ann Arbor area.

Thanks!

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    Fibber McGee Aug 26, 2011 04:29 AM

    I've never understood the whole skinless thing. Most people I know who are actual hot dog fans far prefer the ones with the casings. I know the Hillers in Commerce did stop selling the ones with natural casings, but brought them back due to demand.

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    1. re: Fibber McGee
      Davwud Aug 26, 2011 04:50 AM

      w/ cassings is far better but a good dog is a good dog regardless of whether or not it's in a skin. IMHO.

      As for finding Nathan's, Mrs. Sippi and I stopped at various different grocery stores on a trip back and found none.

      You can probably get a bulk pack at Costco. Skinless though.

      DT

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      patucci Aug 13, 2011 02:52 PM

      Koegel's is a Michigan brand and very high quality. The viennas have natural casings. I find them to be better than Nathan's. If you're set on Nathan's, though, try Sam's Club.

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        mi_eater Aug 25, 2011 08:14 PM

        I'm trashy and I miss Sabrett hot dogs, but Nathan's are a close second. Unfortunately no natural casings here, but they can be found at the Krogers on Plymouth, 2641 Plymouth Rd. I believe Hiller's also has them. Good luck!

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        gooddog Aug 12, 2011 09:05 AM

        Dearborn sausage, Winter's and Kowalski are all local producers that make natural casing dogs. In Ann Arbor, Hiller's or Busch's should carry one or more of these brands.

        1. coney with everything Aug 12, 2011 05:10 AM

          I've seen Nathans at Hillers market but not sure if they are natural casings. If you are coming to Michigan, why not get local product?

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            charlesbois Aug 12, 2011 05:07 AM

            Nathan's isn't really a brand that's carried around here. You want to check out Koegel's or Kowalski probably

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              jmax Aug 12, 2011 01:27 AM

              I moved out here from NY a few months ago, and haven't found any with natural casings. I've seen skinless at Walmart, but they aren't the same.

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