When it comes to choosing the best hot dog places in Western New York, people definitely have their favorites, but one thing we can all agree on is if it’s a Sahlen’s hot dog, then it’s sure to be a good one. In that regard, this guide won’t steer you wrong if you’re on a quest to find the best hot dog places our region has to offer.
To aid in your search for the best hot dogs in Western New York and/or your neighborhood, we polled our social media followers to bring you a list of the best around town. Pro-tip: save this post for future reference.
Let’s get into the guide – in order to pull the following list together, we asked our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram followers where to find the best hot dogs in Buffalo and WNY. They answered with their top picks and we’ve included the full list of reader recommendations below. If it was mentioned, it’s listed below.
Because we received hundreds of comments resulting in tons of recommendations, there are options all across WNY, all worth recommending according to Western New Yorkers.
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Best of the Best
While many recommendations were mentioned more than once, there were certain places mentioned over and over (and over) again. It’s safe to say these are our readers’ top 5 picks for hot dogs in Buffalo & WNY – in order and first place was by a landslide! Keep scrolling for the full list of mentions.
1st: Ted’s Hot Dogs (Multiple Locations)
2nd: Frank Gourmet Hot Dogs (Kenmore)
3rd: Red Top (Hamburg)
4th: Taffy’s (Orchard Park)
5th: Connor’s Hot Dog Stand (Angola)
Guide to Best Hot Dogs in Buffalo & WNY According to Western New Yorkers
Abbott Texas Red Hots
1291 Abbott Rd Buffalo, NY 14218 • $$$$$
South Towns
Abbott Texas Red Hots has been a community staple in western New York for decades. First opened in 1952 near Mercy Hospital, Abbott Texas Red Hots thrived ...
Connor’s Hotdog Stand
8902 Lake Shore Rd Angola, New York 14006 • $$$$$
South Towns
Seasonal hotdogs in Angola ...
Custard Corner & Grill
211 Porter Ave Buffalo, NY 14201 • $$$$$
Buffalo
We are a family oriented outdoor seasonal restaurant serving up grilled favorites and delicious custard and ice cream treats. We have plenty of outdoor ...
Frank Gourmet Hot Dogs
707 Kenmore Ave Buffalo, New York 14223 • $$$$$
North Towns
Frustrated that he couldn’t get a quality hot dog with more than just traditional elements of ketchup and mustard, Frank persuaded his brother, Paul, ...
George’s Hot Dog Stand
5808 Herman Hill Rd Buffalo, New York 14075 • $$$$$
South Towns
SEASONAL Classic summer dog stand has grown to offer indoor and outdoor seating and a long list of great food. ...
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Gutter Dawgs
2 Manton Pl Buffalo, NY 14207 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Located inside Barrel & Brine. Offers hot dogs. ...
Louie’s Texas Red Hots – Buffalo
2811 Bailey Ave Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Louie's Texas Red Hots has Six locations in WNY, serving Sahlen's Hotdogs. Open 24/7 ...
Louie’s Texas Red Hots – Orchard Park
3905 Southwestern Blvd Orchard Park, NY 14127 • $$$$$
South Towns
At Louie's Texas  Red Hots we GUARANTEE We have the best food, hot dogs, & burgers around plus an atmosphere to match. Try us and you'll be convinced! ...
Louie’s Texas Red Hots – Seneca
777 Harlem Rd Buffalo, New York 14224 • $$$$$
South Towns
Louie's Texas Red Hots has Six locations in WNY, serving Sahlen's Hotdogs. ...
Mississippi Mudds
313 Niagara St Buffalo, New York 14150 • $$$$$
North Towns
When you pull up a chair on the Mississippi Mudds rooftop dining area, you can't help but smile. For nearly 25 years, the family restaurant has been a ...
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Nina’s Custard
2577 Millersport Hwy Buffalo, New York 14068 • $$$$$
North Towns
For ten years Nina's custard has been serving you the same delicious Sahlen's Hotdogs and frozen custard. We thank you for all the years of business. ...
Old Man River
375 Niagara St Buffalo, New York 14150 • $$$$$
North Towns
For over 30 years, the gigantic blue whale on the roof of Old Man River has been a recognizable symbol of summers arrival on the Niagara Street waterfront. ...
Red’s Hot Dogs
634 Main St East Aurora, NY 14052 • $$$$$
South Towns
Western New York's best char-grilled hot dogs (own brand), USDA Choice "Beef on Weck", Handmade burgers, Italian & Polish Sausage, Bologna & Onions, ...
Reids Drive In
150 Lake Ave Lockport, NY 14094 • $$$$$
Niagara County
Serving up hotdogs, hamburgers, and ice cream. ...
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Seneca Texas Hots
2449 Seneca St Buffalo, NY 14210 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Seneca Texas Hots is serving up Texas red hots, burgers, souvlaki, and of course their special sauce. They have drive-thu access and a newly renovated ...
Sullivan’s Hot Dogs
501 Cayuga Dr Niagara Falls, New York 14305 • $$$$$
Niagara County
A great Niagara Falls spot in the summer for families to eat a freshly grilled hot dog with some hand cut french fries or sweet potato fries followed by ...
Taffy’s Charbroiled Red Hots
3261 Orchard Park Rd Orchard Park, New York 14127 • $$$$$
South Towns
Taffy's still has the same old traditional 'hot dog stand' cuisine, and it's as delicious as ever. Hamburgers and hot dogs, freshly cut fries, potato spuds, ...
Ted’s Hot Dogs – Amherst
2351 Niagara Falls Blvd Amherst, New York 14228 • $$$$$
North Towns
Now Offering Online Ordering with Curbside Pick-Up. Curbside and contactless pick-up via our online ordering system. Simply place your order online and ...
Ted’s Hot Dogs – Cheektowaga
3637 Union Rd Cheektowaga, New York 14225 • $$$$$
Cheektowaga and East
Now Offering Online Ordering with Curbside Pick-Up. Curbside and contactless pick-up via our online ordering system. Simply place your order online and ...
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Ted’s Hot Dogs – Lancaster
4878 Transit Rd Cheektowaga, New York 14043 • $$$$$
Cheektowaga and East
Now Offering Online Ordering with Curbside Pick-Up. Curbside and contactless pick-up via our online ordering system. Simply place your order online and ...
Ted’s Hot Dogs – North Tonawanda
333 Meadow Dr North Tonawanda,, New York 14120 • $$$$$
Niagara County
Now Offering Online Ordering with Curbside Pick-Up. Curbside and contactless pick-up via our online ordering system. Simply place your order online and ...
Ted’s Hot Dogs (Orchard Park)
3193 Orchard Park Road Orchard Park, New York 14127 • $$$$$
South Towns
Serving the highest quality food, cooked to order, in a clean and friendly atmosphere over the last 85 years has made Ted's Jumbo Red Hots a tradition. ...
Ted’s Hot Dogs (Tonawanda)
2312 Sheridan Dr Tonawanda, New York 14150 • $$$$$
North Towns
Serving the highest quality food, cooked to order, in a clean and friendly atmosphere over the last 85 years has made Ted's a Western New York AND Tempe, ...
Ted’s Hot Dogs (Williamsville)
7018 Transit Rd Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
Serving the highest quality food, cooked to order, in a clean and friendly atmosphere over the last 85 years has made Ted's Jumbo Red Hots a tradition. ...
The Beer Keep
1002 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, NY 14222 • $$$$$
Buffalo
The Beer Keep Bar & Shop is a laid-back hangout in the heart of Buffalo’s Elmwood Village. Post up at the bar, sit outside, ...
Zorba’s Texas Hots
5 Lee St Depew, New York 14043 • $$$$$
Cheektowaga and East
At Zorba's Texas Hots we are a friendly, family owned restaurant. The same owners ( Tom $ Shirley Galanes ) since the doors opened 40 years ago. With ...
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