Various hot dog styles

The San Francisco Hot Dogs That Rival Chicago-Style

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BY JOLEE SULLIVAN

While the Chicago dog has a well-established identity, the San Francisco-style hot dog is all about creativity and variety, blending spicy, smoky, and fresh flavors in new ways.
In contrast to Chicago-style hot dogs’ poppy seed buns and dill pickles, San Francisco's dogs might feature out-of-the-box toppings or grilled street food flair.
Notable San Francisco hot dogs include the famous Mission Street dog wrapped in bacon, vegan franks topped with street corn, and even hot dogs topped with creamy aiolis.
There's no single "San Francisco-style" hot dog, but rather an ever-changing approach to toppings. However, a mayo-based sauce and textured toppings are a must.