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The 7 Best Hot Dog Joints in Wyoming!

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There’s something about Wyoming’s smaller culinary scene that makes finding gems truly special. Lucky for those who’re fans of the hot dog, the scarcity of eateries crates a concentration on quality. So when you do find a hot dog joint, it may be the best one you’ve ever been to. Check out our favorites. 


Born in a Barn, Laramie, WY

The Barn may be new, but it’s no neophyte. For the past few years, this downtown-Laramie burger joint sports a great happy hour (4-6 p.m.), a kaleidoscope of hot wings, and a relatively renowned chili dog. In fact, at this restaurant, the chili dogs come in platter form. So prepare to sit down in this causal establishment with well-executed food and drink. This heavy-set dog is as savory as imagined, a sturdy package of cheese, bacon, chili and onion. One can only be so lucky to have been born in a barn. 

The Hamburger Stand, Casper, WY

The Stand’s a solid retro-burger chain sticking to the ribstickin’. The colors, vibe and menu all embrace the best of the mid-20th century burger-heyday. Fancy and farm-to-table are foreign here, but that’s the point. For the hungry, the “Junkyard Dog” is the way to go: It’s mounded-up with chili, cheese and, yes, French fries. Or for a nice Chicago-style replica, grab the “Deluxe.”

Lew’s Family Restaurant, Rock Springs, WY

Rock Springs entrenched history of rail and coal attracted a cavalcade of European immigrants that brought with them a rich tradition of artisan sausage making. Whether this expertise guided Lew’s is beside the point: They have a great hot dog. Surprisingly for Wyoming, they sling a tasty Sonoran-style dog (as in Mexico), wrapped in bacon and topped with cheese. 

A&W, Gillette, WY

Maybe it’s rose-colored nostalgia, but the disappearing drive-up food joints of the 20th (like A&W) grow more charming with age. Like its wonderfully-shabby brethren, the diners, this chain is straightforward Americana: Burgers, root beer and hot dogs. And though the latter is lesser known, the staff here make the classic chili dog a home run. A snappy dog, warm bun and comforting A&W chili, cut with diced onion: Retro never tasted so edgy. 

Wayback Burgers, Newcastle, WY

Growing since the 90s, this place possesses the skill and moxie to feature a burger and milkshake-of-the-month. They’ve got the variety and product-line to renew interest 12 times a year, at least. And while the menu is deliciously heavy on the burger-and-shake (for good reason!), the hot dogs at Wayback as good as remembered. A classic dog is awesome with simple yellow mustard, or get the namesake version with bacon, onions, cheese and house special sauce. 

D.O.G., Jackson, WY

DOG stands out as a beach-themed restaurant in the saw-toothed panorama of Jackson, known for skiing in the winter and, when the sun shines, a mecca for outdoorsmen and tourists of all stripes. The great breakfast burritos and burgers are obvious, but, somewhat hidden on the menu, is a solid kosher beef dog, the “Hot Diggity.” Add some Dijon and diced onions, or sauerkraut for the best hot-dog lunch this side of Chicago. 

Five Guys, Casper & Cheyenne, WY

The brand synonymous with solid burgers and shakes, Five Guys sports a great hot dog, too. A Washington, DC staple, the chain is now found throughout the West, with notable Montana branches in Caper and Cheyenne. The simple wiener is split down the middle, flash grilled and rests on a golden-brown bun. Choose your toppings, and feel free to gild the lily with bacon and/or melted cheese.

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