Hillbilly Hot Dogs
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food service |
| Founded | 1999 |
| Headquarters | Huntington , United States |
| Products | Hot dogs, hamburgers |
Hillbilly Hot Dogs operates as a roadside hot dog stand and popular tourist destination situated near Huntington, West Virginia. It is renowned for its specialty gourmet hot dogs and hamburgers.
Menu
Among the standout offerings is the Homewrecker Hot Dog, an impressive 15-inch dish consisting of three and a half pounds of deep-fried sausage, accompanied by a one-pound deep-fried weenie. This creation is topped with sautéed peppers and onion, two varieties of cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños, spicy sauce, mustard, ketchup, and creamy slaw. Customers are invited to take part in a challenge: finish the entire meal within 12 minutes to earn a t-shirt and bragging rights. Another notable item on the menu is a colossal 15-pound burger made with ten pounds of meat and five pounds of bun, garnished with cheese, ketchup, mustard, onions, pickles, tomatoes, and mayonnaise.
The establishment’s 10-Pound Burger gained attention after being featured on ABC News' list of America's fattiest foods, underscoring its prominence in the competitive food industry.
Popular culture
- Hillbilly Hot Dogs appeared on the Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives during the 2008 Flavortown Favorites episode and returned for episodes in 2010 and 2020.
- The restaurant is also referenced in the video game Fallout 76 under the name Hillfolk Hot Dogs, reflecting its cultural impact.