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The kimchee hot dog at Snacky in Williamsburg is the gold standard for Asian hot dogs in NYC that all others must be judged against.

Ooo do the waffles have ice cream or cream and syrup in them? I love them like that

Bulgogi hotdog is really good and kudos to the NY Hotdog & Coffee for combining the most popular Korean dish with one of the most traditional American food. I thought their dak kalbi was very tasy too. I'm told that they are using new sauce on dak kalbi since the opening day. I agree with Ed that bulgogi will be a very popular hotdog topping.

Not angry, just expressing my opinion. I'm entitled to that, aren't I? Personally, I don't care what people put on their hot dog. If you like it, eat it. I hate ketchup and don't think it belongs on a hot dog, but I wouldn't tell people not to have it. That's how my son eats his. I have a friend who owns a hot dog restaurant. His specialty is the variety of homemade toppings. I kid him that he goes too far; cream cheese and corn flakes are just 2 things offered. Although I don't think these things belong on a hot dog, many do, and he makes money off them.

I know many people who love Chicago style hot dogs. Personally, I'll take the salad on the side. And I do try new things. Doesn't mean I have to like them. A hot dog is meant to be a simple unpretentious food. A good one doesn't need all that stuff on it in my opinion. Which is why I would pass on this one. Just by the picture I can see the dog itself is skinless and more than likely not grilled. So, I "don't go there, don't eat it" not caring if it is new creation or not. If you don't start with a quality dog it doesn't matter what you do to it or put on it.

It seems that on some of the forums I post on, people are too sensitive and thin skinned when it comes to someone voicing a criticism or expressing that they don't or wouldn't like something. It is only too easy (and lazy) to say "don't eat it" I thought the purpose of opinion forums is to voice an opinion. So I say to you, if you don't like my opinions "don't go there, don't read them".

btw hotdog lover... ur a dick

ok.....a much better observation..

you are a pompous dick... who's pissed off that the idea wasn't his...

FatBastid,

Call me what you want, but don't call me pissed off that the idea isn't mine. I am a bare bones guy; I like just mustard on my dog. So call me boring too. Occasionally Chili on a dog. The only other condiment I have from time to time is the special relish at Rutts Hut, which is so unique that it's unlike any other.

I have had Chicago dogs and all other kinds. I just don't like a lotta crap on mine. It's my opinion, if you don't agree, fine. But just because I am passionate about hot dogs doesn't make me angry or a dick. I run a very popular hot dog Tour. This year we had 2 bus loads of people from 5 different states. One year we even had a guy from Canada. I appreciate that people have different tastes. Two years ago I included a place known for toppings and esoteric combinations. I ordered the dog with just mustard. I liked it because it was a quality natural casing dog that could stand on it's own. The owner is a friend of mine who I make fun of because he offers creamcheese on a hot dog. Called My Schmiero. It is a popular dog served at a popular place. I included it because I try to please 60 plus people who don't all have the same tastes as me.

I also catch a lot of flack because I've stated that ketchup doesn't belong on a hot dog. I've been accused of trying to ban the stuff.

If you really like hot dogs, I invite you or anyone else to be a part of next year's Annual New Jersey Hot Dog Tour. You can eat some really good hot dogs and meet people who are just as passionate about hot dogs as I am. Whether that's good or bad, you be the judge.

TheFatBastid: Please keep your remarks focused on the topic at hand and not other commenters or we will remove them.

No, I have not tried the hot dogs at New York Hot Dog & Coffee or bulgogi. But from years of experience eating at hundreds of hot dog joints and trying different combinations, I know what I like and don't like. Although I can't give an opinion on bulgogi, I know that even if I did like it, I wouldn't want it on a hot dog. It is barbecued meat, and to me it would be too much in the way of competing flavors. I only like mild chili or Rutts Hut relish. Whenever I try a new place, I get either one dog plain (with mustard) and one with the house specialty, or just one dog, half plain and half with the house specialty. I have nothing against toppings or people that enjoy them; I just prefer to have a good quality dog with skin, prepared the way I like it with usually mustard only. I might even like the "premium dog" served at this place, but the fact that it is skinless is a big strike against it in my book. Plus the dog looks like it hasn't been grilled or griddled.

In looking over my previous posts, perhaps I did come on a bit strong. It's just that I'm very opinionated when it comes to hot dogs. The different brands and restaurants hold a special fascination for me.

Was the Dak Kalbi spicy? It doesn't look it.

I would imagine saltiness of the frankfurter overpowering the sweetness of the beef. Interesting combination.

How much was each hot dog?

Hey, as long I'm making Kimchi Pizzas, I should be open to Kimchi hot dogs too! :)

Hotdoglover - besides Rutts Hut what other hot dog places are on the NJ tour? The last time I hit Rutts Hut the place was so filthy I turned around and walked out. The ripper used to be a fave, but the condition of the place grossed me out. I like the deep fried (sorry I know you said grilled was the only way) dogs served at places like Libby's and the Corral and the Hot Grill up in Paterson and Clifton, their all the way dogs are great. The dogs at Jimmy Buff's can't be beat either. And this may make me a hot dog plebe but on occassion I still like dirty water dogs.

You know the old adage, "Don't knock it till you've tried it". Well, that applied to me yesterday. I posted about the Bulgogi dog, stating that I probably wouldn't like this dog because of the topping combination. I wouldn't have tried it except that it was included in yesterday's Hot Dog Hootenanny at the Astor Center.

I had one and I have to say that I was wrong. I enjoyed my bulgogi dog yesterday. I still prefer to have a quality hot dog with mustard only, but this particular creation offered a nice contrast between the sweet delicious marinated Korean beef and the spicy taste of the underlying sausage. The bulgogi dog comes with a spicy sausage rather than a regular hot dog, unless you request the regular dog at the restaurant. The daughter of the owner, who was working the event told me that they switched from Sabrett to Best.

The dog came with bulgogi, onions, and a few pickle slices. I had mine without onions and ate most of the beef on the side, leaving some on the dog. I think that the spicy sausage actually works better with the bulgogi rather than a regular hot dog. It was tasty and I can see why people like it.