Last updated on January 22nd, 2024
Being that July is National Hot Dog Month, we felt it was the perfect time to gather a good list of the best hot dogs in Frederick, Md.
Let’s be frank (pardon the pun), you wouldn’t think that hot dogs would be such a popular menu item!
However, based on our readers’ opinions, these Frederick’s restaurants’ hot dogs are something to write home about!
The Best Hot Dogs in Frederick, Md
So, we turned to Facebook for recommendations and received tips on restaurants with great hot dogs, some of which we had no idea existed!
In no particular order, here’s our list:
1. Beef ‘n Buns ‘n Paradise
Beef ‘n Buns ‘n Paradise
1201 E Patrick St
Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 631-0188
Reader comments:
“Best chili dog ever!”
“Beef ‘n Buns ‘n Paradise has an amazing Chicago dog!”
“Many choices at Beef n Buns — and they’re the freshest hot dogs I’ve ever eaten!”
2. Browns Liquor & Grocery Store
Browns Liquor & Grocery Store
908 E Patrick St
Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 663-9301
Reader comments:
“I love their sloppy joe dogs with kraut and mustard. Sometimes I add slaw on mine too. They have hot dogs, half smokes and Italian sausages”
“I second the sloppy joe dogs. Good dogs”
“My boys love Brown’s Liqour & Deli hot dogs!!”
3. Bub-B-Que BBQ & Catering Co.
Bub-B-Que BBQ & Catering Co.
15 E 6th St
Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 471-5841
“Bub-B-Que is awesome too! They do events!”
4. Pretzel & Pizza Creations
Pretzel & Pizza Creations
210 N Market St
Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 694-9299
“Pretzel dog from Pizza and Pretzel Creations!”
“I second this opinion. No place else around even comes close.”
“Pizza and Pretzel Creations has some serious hot dog game”
“Pretzel and Pizza Creations – voted number 1 in county by FNP!”
5. Five Guys
Five Guys
1700 Kingfisher Dr
Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 668-1500
Reader comments:
“Five Guys has great dogs!”
6. North Market Pop Shop
North Market Pop Shop
241 N Market St
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 575-9070
Reader comments:
“They also have veggie dogs. So good!”
7. Cryin’ Johnnies
Cryin’ Johnnies
235 S Main St
Mt Airy, MD 21771
(301) 829-6555
Reader comments:
“I love their crabby dog!”
“Cryin’ Johnnies in Mt. Airy is worth the little drive.”
“Cryin’ Johnnies hands down!”
8. Watson’s Carry Out & Catering
Watson’s Carry Out & Catering
4000 Jefferson Pike
Jefferson, MD 21755
(301) 473-5300
Reader comments:
“Skipper Dogs; VERY GOOD!!!”
9. Masser Toll House Inn
Masser Toll House Inn
1505 W Patrick St
Frederick, MD 21702
(301) 695-9899
Reader comments:
“Masser Toll House has good chili dogs. We eat there every Sunday.”
10. Maxwell’s Kitchen
Maxwell’s Kitchen
57 E Patrick St
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 651-3721
11. Special Mention: Famous Hot Weiner in Hanover, PA
Famous Hot Weiner
160 Dart Dr
Hanover, PA 17331
(717) 632-2424
Both Hanover, PA locations are just a little bit over an hour from Frederick, Md.
Reader comments:
“It’s not in Frederick but it’s worth the ride..Famous Hot Weiner in Hanover. Hands down..otherwise, Sonic lol!”
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Hi, Thurmont Bar and Grill is no longer in business. A new restaurant 10 Tavern has taken it’s place.
Thank you!
Thank you so much for doing all the research on where to find the best “hot dogs” nearby!!! I’m starving after looking at all those pictures, so I’m heading out now!!!!!!!
Ha ha! Let me know which place you try!
Love it!!! I’ve had the ones in Hanover! Good stuff!!??
Awesome! We need to take a trip to Hanover to check out their hot dogs!
I have been making trips to Hanover, pa. For years
There are two in town. Texas wiener and famous writers. They both taste the same. I like Texas wiener the best. Worth the drive.
Good to know! We need to take a little trip out there and try them!