Photograph by Caitlin Abrams
Brat at Butcher & The Boar
Nothing says summer like sneaking out of work early and hitting up a patio for a righteous hot dog and cold beverage. Especially these days, with all the cheffy love given to franks.
Butcher & The Boar - Its beer garden opens at 4 pm in summer, and you’d be wise to amble over for the king of footlongs or the best kraut-topped deal in town: a beer, a brat, and a shot for $12. 1121 Hennepin Ave., Mpls., butcherandtheboar.com
Wienery - Down and dirty dogs are the name of the game at this low-key joint near the U of M. Get the Mr. Sunshine with spicy giardiniera and cheese or the Minneapolis, which is a Chicago dog upgraded with slaw. 414 Cedar Ave. S., Mpls., wienery.com
Kyatchi - Japanese hot dogs need a place in your eating repertoire—especially ones topped with avocado and egg, as they are here. Or try the Kinoko Dog with sautéed mushrooms, soy butter, and parmesan cheese. 3758 Nicollet Ave., Mpls., kyatchi.com
