It’s time to enjoy a Seattle Dog while basking in the beautiful summer sunshine. July is the month to eat hot dogs, and we all know it. July is National Hot Dog Month (yes, that’s a real thing), and this year National Hot Dog Day falls on July 17th. Plus, we have all of the delicious hot dogs at Fourth of July cookouts to look forward to. Of course, we don’t need an excuse to indulge in a delicious Seattle Dog, but we’ll take it.
If you haven’t yet tasted the heaven that is a Seattle Dog, it’s the perfect time to upgrade your culinary choices. Seattle Dogs are hot dogs with cream cheese and grilled onions. Of course you can grill them up yourself at home, but there are so many delectable local spots serving up these tasty treats. Check out our top 6 favorite Seattle Dog restaurants around Seattle.
1. Dog in the Park
Dog in the Park claims to be the original home of the Seattle Dog, and this version features cream cheese and lots of grilled veggies. Head to one of their two famous locations for a bite of original Seattle cuisine.
📍Where: Seattle Center and Westlake Park
💲Cost: $7
2. Monster Dogs
Many locals say Monster Dogs is home to the best Seattle Dog. Choose between a beef Polish sausage, spicy beef hot link, or veggie dog. It’s obviously a special spot since their motto is “it’s all about the cream cheese, baby!”
📍Where: 925 E Pike St
💲Cost: $8
3. Halcyon Brewing Company
This local brewery not only serves up delicious local brews but has a uniquely delicious hot dog menu as well with special choices like their Okonomiyaki Dog or Ode to Bánh Mì Dog. But first, try one of their special Seattle Dogs topped with hoisin caramelized onions, pickled jalapeños, and cream cheese. Pair it with a Patio Punch, “a refreshing lemonade-like sour fruited with pineapple, calamansi, kaffir lime leaves,” and enjoy a beautiful afternoon in the Seattle sun.
📍Where: 8564 Greenwood Ave N.
💲Cost: $9.50
4. Matt’s Hot Dogs
The hot dogs at this spot are made from “Matt’s own 100% pure beef recipe.” While they have lots of delicious hot dog choices, the Seattle Dog is a local favorite for obvious reasons. Plus, they claim, “if you don’t like it, then Matt’s an idiot.” That’s a guarantee if we’ve ever heard one.
📍Where: 6615 E Marginal Way S
💲Cost: $5.39
5. Rain City Hot Dogs & Burgers
This Seattle favorite offers the normal cream cheese and grilled onion toppings, but it’s even more famous for its unique specialty – a delicious creation topped with cream cheese, bacon, peanut butter, and jelly. It’s messy, but it’s oh-so-worth it.
📍Where: 2700 Rainier Ave S.
6. Deep Dive
If you want to get a little fancier, head to Deep Dive. They’re serving up a Deep Dive Hot Dog topped with salmon caviar, cream cheese, jalapeño, and pickled red onion. It’ll set you back $25, but this is a hot dog for a special occasion.
📍Where: 620 Lenora St.
💲Cost: $25
You can better prepare for this special hot dog holiday by reading more here on the official National Hot Dog Month Planning Guide from the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (again, a totally real thing.)