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Will Ayers

July 31, 2008

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One bun, one dog, endless combinations. (Credit: Mandy Lunn)

In the Nashville area, we have not one, not two, but five restaurants devoted exclusively to the hot dog. Naturally, you can find some pretty interesting permutations on the classic theme. One of our favorites is the Fiery Redneck, an unholy union of chili, cheese, jalapenos and bacon on a dog from the Dog of Nashville on Nolensville Road (and soon to be Hillsboro Village as well). Hit up any of these spots for something equally daring, or perhaps just an all-American comfort food fix.

I Dream of Weenie

1108 Woodland St. - Nashville

615-226-2622

If you dream of sitting, you're going to have to do without at this mobile food cart in East Nashville. Located at the Five Points intersection across from the post office, Weenie features eight specialty dogs, like the Slaw Weenie covered in mustard, onions and homemade slaw. There's no Chi-Town version on the menu (though they can make one to order), but you can try the Rebel Yelp with Tennessee Chow Chow, mustard, onions and jalepenos. All orders available on beef, turkey or tofu dogs.

Zackie's Original Hot Dogs

1201 Fifth Ave. N. - Nashville

615-291-8311

Zackie's is part of a new wave of hot dog joints opening in Nashville, this one located in the Germantown neighborhood. Zackie's serves up a bevy of all-American dogs to its lucky neighbors, who often spill out the door on weekends waiting to get in their orders. Whereas some dog shops have many pre-coordinated topping combos, here you mostly build your own. Turkey and veggie dogs are available. Dogs start at $3.75; all toppings, from kraut to cheese to tomatoes, are free.

Hot Diggity Dogs

614 Ewing Ave. - Nashville

615-255-3717

Nothing says summer like a loaded hot dog on a breezy day. Luckily, Hot Diggity Dogs offers dogs and outdoor dining. Owners Layla Vartanian and Gayle Davis have added a veggie dog and burger so non-meat eaters can join carnivorous friends. Dont miss the Chicago-style wiener grilled for that oh-so-satisfying snap, topped with sport peppers, atomic green relish and all the other traditional trimmings. The Nashville dog is also excellent, as is the Caro-Bama dog, adorned with slaw, chili, onions and mustard.

Little Chicago Hot Dogs

620-B W. Main St. - Hendersonville

615-826-8181

You can guess what the name of the game is here. How do they stack up? Not having any Chicago blood running through our veins, we leave the definitive answer to you, but the selection of dogs here is second-to-none. Locals swear by the prime pups, and after a visit, you might as well.