Brits Try The BEST Hot Dogs In Chicago For The First Time in Chicago

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  • Brits Try the Best Hot Dogs in Chicago for the First Time! Superdawg vs. Devil Dawgs. Welcome back to The Brit's Try! In this episode, we're diving into the world of Chicago's legendary hot dogs. Nicola and Andrew, British expats living in the USA, have heard so much about these iconic dogs and it's time for us to see if they live up to the hype. Join us as we taste, compare, and choose our favorite hot dogs from two of Chicago’s most famous spots: Superdawg and Devil Dawgs.
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    Superdawg Drive-In: superdawg.com/
    First on our hot dog journey, we visit the historic Superdawg Drive-In, a true Chicago landmark since 1948. Located at the corner of Milwaukee, Devon, and Nagle, this family-owned and operated drive-in has been serving their unique Superdawg™ for over seven decades. With its retro vibe and carhop service, Superdawg offers an experience like no other.
    What We Ordered: The classic Superdawg™ - a pure beef hot dog, nestled in a poppy seed bun, and topped with all the classic Chicago-style fixings including mustard, relish, onions, pickles, and peppers.
    Devil Dawgs: www.devildawgs.com/
    Next, we head to Devil Dawgs, a modern hotspot that started in Lincoln Park near DePaul University in 2010. Known for its quick service and premium ingredients, Devil Dawgs has rapidly expanded across Chicago, bringing their unique take on hot dogs and burgers to several neighborhoods.
    What We Ordered: The Chicago Dog - featuring a premium beef hot dog topped with yellow mustard, bright green relish, chopped onions, tomato slices, a pickle spear, sport peppers, and a dash of celery salt, all encased in a poppy seed bun.
    By the end of our delicious journey, we’ll reveal our favorite Chicago hot dog and explain why it stood out to us. Was it the nostalgic Superdawg Drive-In or the lively Devil Dawgs? Watch to find out! Don’t miss our first-hand experience and honest opinions as we explore these iconic Chicago hot dogs. Whether you’re a foodie, a hot dog enthusiast, or just curious about what makes these Chicago-style dogs so special, this video is for you! #food #foodie #tastetest #BritsTry #ChicagoHotDogs #Superdawg #DevilDawgs #ChicagoFood #FoodReview #ChicagoEats #HotDogTasteTest #ChicagoStyleHotDogs #BritishCouple #FoodVlog #ChicagoFoodie #HotDogComparison #ChicagoIcons #BestHotDogs #FoodieAdventure #BritsInChicago

Komentáře • 937

  • @AmericaHasFallen2020
    @AmericaHasFallen2020 Před 2 měsíci +82

    Chicago dog is very specific:
    Vienna beef dog
    poppy seed bun
    French's mustard
    Celery salt
    sport peppers
    dill pickle spear
    tomatoes wedges (slices)
    neon-green piccalilli (pickle relish)
    diced onions

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +20

      The Chicago dog is definitely a unique and delicious combination of flavors!

    • @1nm1
      @1nm1 Před 2 měsíci +9

      Sounds like a correct & accurate list to me, Good Job.

    • @sheawalls9059
      @sheawalls9059 Před 2 měsíci +4

      Like mine with whatever pepper 🌶 they put on it

    • @loubelle7139
      @loubelle7139 Před měsícem +4

      Yes and no ketchup.

    • @patrickledonne5547
      @patrickledonne5547 Před měsícem +3

      If you really wanna be specific, the order of construction on a Chicago dog is:
      Dog in bun
      Mustard
      Relish & onion on opposite sides of the dog
      Tomato and pickle also on opposite sides of the dog
      Celery salt
      Sport peppers.
      Always celery salt before peppers. You want the dry celery salt on top of the moist condiments, not the drier peppers.

  • @justinethridge9157
    @justinethridge9157 Před 2 měsíci +80

    Nothing better than a Chicago dog, can of soda, and some homemade fries. On a warm summer day.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +9

      Sounds like the perfect summer combo! Thanks for watching

    • @fredalwatkins4506
      @fredalwatkins4506 Před 2 měsíci +4

      Potato salad

    • @kieralinn
      @kieralinn Před 2 měsíci +4

      I'll rise you a Detroit Coney, chili cheese fries and a Vernors.

    • @AmericaHasFallen2020
      @AmericaHasFallen2020 Před 2 měsíci +10

      except...in Chicago we call soda ...."pop"...A can of pop, please!!!👍

    • @johnwest5837
      @johnwest5837 Před 2 měsíci +8

      Always Pop!

  • @davemcbroom695
    @davemcbroom695 Před 2 měsíci +85

    Brits always call a hot dog a sausage. I know technically they are a sausage but considerably our sausages are different than hot dogs.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +32

      Lol, yes we didn't realize we kept calling it a sausage until we edited this , Thanks for watching

    • @cherylflam3250
      @cherylflam3250 Před 2 měsíci +14

      They also call vegis on hot dogs and burgers salad.

    • @stetre83
      @stetre83 Před 2 měsíci +14

      ​@@thebritstry The second one you tried at Superdawg is what a lot of people around Chicago would call a sausage, a Polish sausage similar to kielbasa that's usually served with grilled onions. Not to be confused with Italian sausage which around Chicago is usually full of fennel

    • @bluflaam777
      @bluflaam777 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@cherylflam3250 I grew up calling the veggies on dogs/burgers salad also. I think I got that from my grandma. That is if every veggie was on it. Otherwise, i'd just call them out by name like a BLT (not the sandwich but the add-ons) or dog with heavy onion etc.

    • @jameshobbs1460
      @jameshobbs1460 Před 2 měsíci

      Don't forget the "Salad" on it.. lol

  • @EricJames429
    @EricJames429 Před 2 měsíci +13

    You missed out at Superdawg, the “chunk of tomato” was a pickled tomato and you should have eaten that with your hot dog it has its own special flavor and texture.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +5

      I appreciate you sharing this info! It's always great to learn about the special touches that make a dish unique. Next time we will give it a try.

  • @krismcbride7253
    @krismcbride7253 Před 2 měsíci +60

    Traditional Chicago dogs do use poppy seed buns. I think they also use Vienna sausage as the hot dog so I would say that Super Dawgs was the best choice you made. Plus I'm glad you're learning to like tomatoes. I love them.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +4

      Thanks for sharing!! That Superdawg hot dog was delicious

    • @michaelguerrero2414
      @michaelguerrero2414 Před 2 měsíci +4

      ts vienna brand hotdogs

    • @cherylflam3250
      @cherylflam3250 Před 2 měsíci +4

      Vienna sausages are the small ( 2 inch ) sausages that come in a can. You’re thinking of Vienna Beef franks ( all beef hot dogs ). Easy to confuse.

    • @scottsoloway
      @scottsoloway Před 29 dny +2

      Unlike most Chicago hot dog stands, Superdawg does not get their sausages from Vienna. They use a proprietary product.

    • @billbeliakoff5589
      @billbeliakoff5589 Před 2 hodinami

      Super Dawg has their dogs made for them, they are not Vienna dogs, so technically they are not Chicago style.

  • @jdwkansas
    @jdwkansas Před 2 měsíci +55

    Not an old gas station. This is a classic 1950s drive-in restaurant similar to A&Ws that are still present some places in the US. Drive up, push the order button, and wait for the server to deliver your meal. Generally these were served on a tray made to hand on the car window. Servers used to commonly be on roller skates.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +14

      Thanks for the clarification! Drive-in restaurants from the 1950s sure had a unique charm. The hot dogs were delicious

    • @curleyqlink228
      @curleyqlink228 Před 2 měsíci +9

      Sonic used to have servers on roller-skates until fairly recently. That neon green relish is legendary on a true Chi-dog.

    • @RonOrud
      @RonOrud Před 2 měsíci +3

      Emerald Relish

    • @nevysadventuresllc9074
      @nevysadventuresllc9074 Před 2 měsíci +2

      It was a traditional car hop back in inception.

    • @2were5678
      @2were5678 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Those were fun days.

  • @TheRagratus
    @TheRagratus Před 2 měsíci +14

    Poppy seed bun are a requirement.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      They certainly tasted good! Thanks for watching

  • @philstone3859
    @philstone3859 Před 2 měsíci +24

    Serious. Y’all are doing it right.
    I see Nicola is getting increasingly more elated as the food mega-tour continues. She knows that good American food is right around the corner. 😋👍

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thanks for the shoutout! Nicola is definitely pumped for the American food tour!

  • @TheReeldeel15615
    @TheReeldeel15615 Před 2 měsíci +23

    Aww...Superdawg! Maurie and Flaurie are still flirting on the rooftop. Glad you enjoyed❤

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Superdawgs was soo good!!!! Thanks for watching

  • @philcarbone3996
    @philcarbone3996 Před 2 měsíci +18

    Gene and Jude's for a Depression Dog.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +4

      Thanks for the suggestion, we will definitely try Gene and Jude's next time

    • @bigdaddymojo2005
      @bigdaddymojo2005 Před měsícem

      @@thebritstry Gene and Jude's are #1...around Chicago

  • @Knightowl1980
    @Knightowl1980 Před 2 měsíci +26

    Nicola ordering at super dogs was so pleasant and cute and British “ yes please”

  • @dexxxhunt
    @dexxxhunt Před 2 měsíci +30

    How we doing my friends? Enjoy yourselves in the Chi. They have amazing food.Stay Blessed!Peace & Blessings

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +4

      Thanks for the positive vibes! Your message made our day.

  • @patrickunderhill2901
    @patrickunderhill2901 Před 2 měsíci +27

    You’ve done the Italian Beef and now the Chicago Dog, one more thing the famous Deep Dish Pizza! 🇺🇸😀

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +7

      Watch this space😉😉

    • @eurekasquared9853
      @eurekasquared9853 Před měsícem +1

      Agreed! Had pizza in Italy several times but Chicago Deep Dish is by far my favorite!

    • @tracyperez1755
      @tracyperez1755 Před měsícem +1

      And don't forget the original Maxwell Street Polish and porkchops.

    • @khb6686
      @khb6686 Před měsícem

      @@thebritstry
      Lou Malnati’s is by far the best.

    • @paulmaseman2171
      @paulmaseman2171 Před měsícem +1

      I prefer original, traditional Chicago pizza, which is super thin crust. This is still the majority of all pizzas consumed in Chicago and is in line with the other traditions in the Midwest, from St. Louis to Minneapolis. My favorite pizza restaurant is, of course Vito and Nick's.

  • @cee8mee
    @cee8mee Před 2 měsíci +10

    Superdawg was a staple of my teenage years. So glad you liked it!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      It's so good! Thank you for watching

  • @NicoBlanco81
    @NicoBlanco81 Před 2 měsíci +15

    Y’all’s change in attitude towards tomatoes has been hilarious to watch…your palettes are changing as you eat your way across America 🫶🏽👍🏾😁

    • @pinky2245
      @pinky2245 Před 2 měsíci +3

      Yes, and pickles instead of gherkins. When I was very young, gherkins were those very small baby dills and didn't taste anything like a dill pickle. I've since learned that the gherkin cucumber is slightly different than the cucumbers used for dill pickles. I never liked gherkins, still don't!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +2

      Lol! Yes we are changing

  • @scottgraney5275
    @scottgraney5275 Před 2 měsíci +30

    Vienna hot dogs

  • @zimnizzle
    @zimnizzle Před 2 měsíci +17

    Hot dogs with chili (no beans), mustard, and onions - MY FAVORITE!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      It's awesome to hear that we share the love for these toppings! Thanks for commenting!

    • @herbertkeithmiller
      @herbertkeithmiller Před 2 měsíci

      Yes that's my second go to.

    • @henny8883
      @henny8883 Před 2 měsíci

      Yes, i prefer dijon mustard, so yum

  • @blippacg
    @blippacg Před 2 měsíci +9

    Nicola is very happy in this adventure, lots of smiles.

  • @greghamann2099
    @greghamann2099 Před 2 měsíci +10

    The thing is and I am glad you ate the dog as it was served. I love a Chicago dog. I had my first one at the NASCAR track.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +4

      That's awesome we would love to visit a NASCAR event! Chicago dogs are delicious.

  • @alisasanders3
    @alisasanders3 Před 2 měsíci +20

    Thanks for coming to Chicago. We love our Chicago style dogs.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Chicago was so much fun! we would have loved to have spent more time there. Next time we will stay for longer. Thanks for watching

  • @jameshelm2847
    @jameshelm2847 Před 2 měsíci +9

    I am glad to see you are enjoying the food in Chicago. I can't comment on either of the places you tried. When I was growing up in the '70s and '80s, we HAD to stop at a street vendor and get a street dog on almost every trip into the city. I admit they were using brats or beef sausages and not what most people would consider a hot dog, but getting it straight from the cart and then adding the topping you wanted. One of my most adds was sauerkraut.
    The Chicago street dog is more famous than the Chicago hotdog and has been used in movies. James Earl Jones had a scene in a movie where he was released from prison, and the first thing he did was get a street dog. "While You Were Sleeping," starring Sandra Bullock. Her character gets a dog from a street vendor several times in the movie.
    I haven't had a street dog in Chicago for a couple of decades, so I can't say they are still as good as they used to be, but I do know when we had relatives or friends come and visit, they all wanted to try a street dog, not any hotdog restaurant.
    I apologize for the length of my comment.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +4

      Thanks for sharing your memories of street dogs in Chicago! It's always fascinating to hear about the food culture from different eras. Thank you for your comment!

  • @DUEYZ4U
    @DUEYZ4U Před 2 měsíci +6

    Good ole Chi-town. Hope you guys had a great time there. Thanks for another video, guys. 👍👍

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      It was a blast in Chicago! We would love to head back and spend longer there next time, Thanks for watching!

    • @DUEYZ4U
      @DUEYZ4U Před 2 měsíci

      @@thebritstry 👍👍

  • @timbeatty8411
    @timbeatty8411 Před měsícem +2

    My sister used to bring me here when I was a kid in the 70s. I moved away in 85. I think that's the last time I had a Superdog but I recognized it instantly. Got to love Chicago.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před měsícem +1

      It's amazing how certain memories can instantly transport us back in time!

    • @KatieJoMikell
      @KatieJoMikell Před měsícem

      Superdawg 😊

  • @lynetteoliva1256
    @lynetteoliva1256 Před 2 měsíci +6

    Hey guys, it's not an old gas station. It is styled after a 1950s/1960s Drive-In. Back in the day, there were diners which u could pull your car up to the carport area & a Car Hop (Waitress/Waiter) would come out take your order. They would place your order w/the cook, & then return w/your food on a special tray that would be hooked onto your car door @ your driver's side & sometimes passenger side open window. You'd have to make sure your window was completely open. It was for the convenience of eating in your car. Back in the day, the Drive-Ins were hang outs/meet up spots for driving teens. I went to an old fashioned Drive-In w/my family when I was a kid. To let u know, there are Drive-In movies too. When I was a kid, my family would go watch movies from our car because it was cheaper & u could see a Double Feature. They'd have these metal speaker boxes that u could hook onto your window in order to listen to your film. The sound quality wasn't that great & you'd have to crank the volume all the way up to hear it.😄 There are a few Drive-In movies still around. Now, u can hear the movie thru your car radio.😊 Anyway, that was all I wanted to say, & give u a bit of American Drive-In history.😊

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thanks for sharing this interesting history about Drive-Ins! and Thanks for watching

    • @scottsoloway
      @scottsoloway Před 29 dny

      Not “styled after” an old drive in. It was a drive in from the day it opened inn 1948.

    • @lynetteoliva1256
      @lynetteoliva1256 Před 29 dny

      @@scottsoloway I didn't want to say straight out that it was a drive-in in case it was refurbished to look like one, & if it was just a diner originally. Thanks for letting me know it was an actual drive-in.

  • @kateg7298
    @kateg7298 Před 2 měsíci +7

    That looks so good! Especially the fries, omg. It's great that you're both trying and enjoying food that you didn't like before. It's like "eh, I'm going in!" and you like it! I have to confess I've always been a little afraid of the radioactive green relish in Chicago, but it must be incredible if it's that popular. Honestly, I didn't ever think that you'd do a hot dog segment because I wasn't sure that you eat them in England. You have such incredibly good sausage there. I haven' really eaten hot dogs since I accidentally lost a paycheck in my 20s and had to live off hot dogs for 2 weeks. Maybe it's time to give them another go. Thanks for another great video!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +2

      Who knew hot dogs could bring back paycheck memories! It's time to create new, positive hot dog experiences.

    • @user-fc6nr1zd6f
      @user-fc6nr1zd6f Před 2 měsíci +1

      Not radioactive, "Neon Green", and oh so good.

    • @cixelsyd40
      @cixelsyd40 Před 2 měsíci

      you just have to get over the color. The picallili used on Chicago dogs is a sweet relish and is absolutely delicious.

  • @TheHersheyr
    @TheHersheyr Před 2 měsíci +17

    The street dogs we got from the street vendors in NYC and Philly we called dirty water dogs. Just look at the water in the steamer at the stand. Yet a dirty water dog with sauerkraut? The best!!!!!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +5

      We just tried one in New York, Video to come soon. Thanks for watching

  • @snam124
    @snam124 Před 2 měsíci +6

    Thanks for visiting my hometown! I hope you both enjoyed your time in Chicago!

    • @annamariavalatka636
      @annamariavalatka636 Před 2 měsíci

    • @johnwest5837
      @johnwest5837 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Born and raised Souside Chicago, Best city in the world.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thank you soo Much!!!!! This was so generous and we really appreciate it! Thank you..

  • @yaowsers77
    @yaowsers77 Před 2 měsíci +4

    I love how polite you are with your ordering! Lol and now I know how I sound when I do too 😂

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thank you! It's all about spreading positivity and good vibes!

    • @yaowsers77
      @yaowsers77 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@thebritstry absolutely! Haha I've had several waitresses and drive thru order takers ask why I was so polite and friendly when I ordered. My response is always some form of the following: You're going to bring me food that I didn't have to buy the ingredients, prep them, or cook them. And even better? I don't have to do the dishes! Why wouldn't I be pleasant towards you?! Heck, I don't Even have to bring my plates to the sink!

  • @daveyhouston
    @daveyhouston Před 2 měsíci +25

    I don’t put ketchup on my hotdogs but I must have mustard

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +3

      Thanks for sharing your hotdog condiment preference! They were really good

    • @pinky2245
      @pinky2245 Před 2 měsíci +1

      I don't use ketchup on anything. I want to appreciate the actual flavor of my food without drowning it in ketchup. Don't get me wrong, I like tomatoes and tomato sauces, just keep ketchup away from my food!

    • @w9gb
      @w9gb Před 2 měsíci +1

      Reason for No ketchup, the ChicGo Dog already has FRESH Tomatoes.
      SuperDawg uses Green tomatoes (also nice).

    • @Raymond-gs5nd
      @Raymond-gs5nd Před měsícem

      @jojob4856😂😂😂 based teacher

  • @raise1000
    @raise1000 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Most of Chicagoland uses Vienna hot dogs. They come in regular or jumbo size. Superdawg makes their own which is bigger than Vienna's jumbo. Hence the name, Superdawg!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks for the information! Next time hopefully we can spend more time in Chicago.

  • @eirrenia
    @eirrenia Před 2 měsíci +1

    It’s amazing when you look into it just how many regional variations there are on such a simple meal.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      The diversity in regional cuisines is truly fascinating! Thanks for watching

  • @dabbadoo2226
    @dabbadoo2226 Před 2 měsíci +6

    I used to go through Chicago once a week, always got a Chicago dog at Vienna beef cafe, very tasty 👌

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      So good! we are so jealous, Thanks for watching

  • @alexhusko
    @alexhusko Před 2 měsíci +3

    The green tomato thing is a Pickled Tomatillo. Superdawgs unique twist on the traditional Chicago dog. Delicious in its own way!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      WOW!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH! That is so generous.....

    • @alexhusko
      @alexhusko Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@thebritstry you are welcome. Chicagoan fan here, I love you guys and all your vlogs/videos. I'm so glad you got to visit our beautiful city, with some of the best food in the country. Much love!

    • @annamariavalatka636
      @annamariavalatka636 Před 2 měsíci

      ❤❤

  • @gloriastone3211
    @gloriastone3211 Před 2 měsíci +3

    The Superdawgs looked amazing - especially the grilled one!! I've never had a Chicago style dog but I know it's supposed to be a poppyseed bun and it has the tomato, onions, pickle, the neon green relish and sport peppers as they're called. The relish is so funky colored but that's traditional. Looking forward to the next video guys!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +2

      It was so good! We would definitely have that again! Thank you for watching

    • @cherylflam3250
      @cherylflam3250 Před 2 měsíci +1

      And don’t forget the celery salt !!!

  • @williamgriffin1760
    @williamgriffin1760 Před 2 měsíci +7

    Love this couple!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks you for your very kind words! Thanks for watching

  • @markhowell4829
    @markhowell4829 Před 20 dny +1

    The coolness of the tomato wedge counteracts the heat of the sport peppers. Each bite gives you a taste of every ingredient.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 16 dny

      Yes it does! Those hot dogs were really good. Thanks for watching

  • @scottgraney5275
    @scottgraney5275 Před 2 měsíci +5

    My 2 favorite people.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +2

      Thanks for making our day with your comment!

  • @chefdougy
    @chefdougy Před 2 měsíci +3

    THAT LAST ONE LOOKED NEXT LEVEL!!!!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      It was a showstopper! absolutely delicious.

  • @holeycheeses
    @holeycheeses Před 2 měsíci

    I’m so happy to see you guys enjoy eating and trying foods ❤️ brings a big smile to my face

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Your support means the world to us, thank you for tuning in and sharing your thoughts! Thanks for watching

  • @ask21900
    @ask21900 Před 2 měsíci +10

    Going to Chicago and not going to portillos is mind boggling. Even more surprising is that i read several (but not all) comments and nobody even mentioned them

    • @SeeFduBBayou
      @SeeFduBBayou Před 2 měsíci +4

      Portillos fell off when they sold out.

    • @ask21900
      @ask21900 Před 2 měsíci

      @@SeeFduBBayou yeah, but it's still an institution. And still pretty good

    • @HopeStreetWoodworks
      @HopeStreetWoodworks Před 2 měsíci +2

      In Chicago, there are much better places to eat than Portillo's. Outside of Chicago, it's the place to go to for Chicago food.

    • @ask21900
      @ask21900 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@HopeStreetWoodworks I didn't say it was the best but Portillo's is synonymous with Chicago. That's all I was saying.

    • @Marcel_Audubon
      @Marcel_Audubon Před 2 měsíci +1

      Portillo's was never all that and has been no good at all (cold fries, inferior Italian beef) since it was sold 10 years ago. How have you not noticed this?
      There. We've mentioned Portillo's 🪦 happy now?

  • @texella73
    @texella73 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Keep up the good work!! Love the way y'all love food. ❤

  • @dianewillis2972
    @dianewillis2972 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I love listening to you speak. Nicola you were so polite ordering that hotdog.😊
    I prefer my hotdogs grilled so my favorite would be the Woopzdog also the veggie seem to be cut smaller and less overwhelming than the other hotdogs.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

  • @-ram-m2664
    @-ram-m2664 Před měsícem

    Whoopski Dog is a Polish Sausage. little mustard and a little onion. Delicious.
    the pickled green tomato is just a special bonus side item, unique to Superdawg, something a little bright and acidic after the heavy sausages.
    Glad you stopped by.

  • @lindadeters8685
    @lindadeters8685 Před 2 měsíci +14

    The only dog better than a Chicago dog, is a Sonoran dog in Tucson. Grew up just 3 miles from Chicago’s famous Super Dawg and now live in Tucson. Ketchup on a dog is “illegal” in Chicago. Your Whoopskidawg is not a hot dog. It’s a Polish sausage. Chicago has the largest Polish population outside of Warsaw.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thanks for sharing the advice! We will need to try a sonoran dog in the future.

  • @chrisjarvis2287
    @chrisjarvis2287 Před 2 měsíci +4

    I prefer New York dogs with Sabrett Onions in Sauce , mustard, Sauerkraut, and Long Hots.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +2

      We may have a video featuring one of those coming soon😉

    • @Marcel_Audubon
      @Marcel_Audubon Před 2 měsíci

      your sarcasm is delicious!

  • @laurieyates6439
    @laurieyates6439 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thank y’all for all the fantastic videos! I love to watch them! I really want to try Chicago Dogs one day! Living vicariously through you! ❤️🙃😊😛

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      We are so glad you enjoy the videos! Chicago Dogs are a must-try for sure! Thanks for watching and your kind words.

  • @pros1perify
    @pros1perify Před 2 měsíci +1

    I grew up in the neighborhood near Superdog and agree with you how good it is. Thank you for another great review.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Superdawg was so good! Thank you for watching

  • @TheHersheyr
    @TheHersheyr Před 2 měsíci +6

    OMG....so American! Chili and cheese is my favorite. Never knew we had hot dogs and you had fish and chips during WW2.

    • @nullakjg767
      @nullakjg767 Před 2 měsíci +1

      hotdogs were popular since the late 1800s. they were acutally called frankfurthers until ww1 when it changed due to anti german sentiments.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +2

      It's amazing how food can be so closely tied to history!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thanks for the info

    • @TheHersheyr
      @TheHersheyr Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@thebritstry History and food is amazing until you get to Spam from WW2. I like it yet others loathe it with a passion. Go to Hawaii and you can't escape it.

  • @jmuraidajr
    @jmuraidajr Před 2 měsíci +10

    You have to have the Chicago Dog with a Vienna Beef Hot Dog!!!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +2

      We appreciate the suggestion, we'll definitely try it out!

  • @pamelaking9715
    @pamelaking9715 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Nicola, come to Alabama for Fried Green Tomatoes! We will win you over! One of my favorite sandwiches to make and eat is a Bacon, Lettuce, tomato (fried green tomato), and pimento cheese sandwich, the bread has to be toasted, the pimento cheese homemade and the mayonnaise has to be Duke's! Yes 😂❤

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      That sounds absolutely delicious! We might just have to take you up on that offer!

  • @egghunter-yx8ej
    @egghunter-yx8ej Před 2 měsíci +2

    There are a lot of good hot dog restaurants in Chicago, but Superdawg is a great restaurant. Glad you two went threre.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      We agree! it was really good. Thank you for watching

  • @jeffhampton2767
    @jeffhampton2767 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Dill pickle spears are delicious. If you ever buy them in the store make sure you get them in the refrigerator section because the ones that are refrigerated are far better than the ones that are not refrigerated

  • @rj-zz8im
    @rj-zz8im Před 2 měsíci +3

    I wish I were there with yas. I love Chicago! Enjoy yourselves :)

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Chicago was so much fun! we would have loved to have spent more time there. Next time we will stay for longer. Thanks for watching

  • @artboymoy
    @artboymoy Před měsícem +1

    I love me a Chicago Dog. Now that Portilos are out around the country, I don't have to rely on the hot dog place in Home Depot anymore. Super Dawgs are good too. But I think you need poppy seed buns for a correct dog.

  • @deanmarkoshan2129
    @deanmarkoshan2129 Před 2 měsíci

    Great to see you guys in Chicago. Hope you are enjoying the sights.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      We had a great time! but not enough time so we will definitely head back again in the future! Thanks for watching

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    @halicarnassus8235 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Don't forget to hit subscribe if you love their content to.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you so much!! it really does help us if you do!! subscribe!!!

  • @user-tb9dx9mg2njsb
    @user-tb9dx9mg2njsb Před 2 měsíci +4

    Enjoy but stay safe♥️

  • @dianaspears571
    @dianaspears571 Před měsícem

    I was waiting for you try the the pickled green tomato! I really hope that you did, it's such a unique taste - so delicious 👍

  • @delynndehardt1859
    @delynndehardt1859 Před 4 dny

    Im a Hoosier (neighboring state). Ive tried several Chicago hot dog places (not Devil dogs). My favorite 8s Super Dawg's. Cant be beat IMO.

  • @wolflady58
    @wolflady58 Před 2 měsíci +3

    You need to come to Detroit

  • @LoveScottland
    @LoveScottland Před 2 měsíci +3

    BOO, you didn't even try the pepper!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +2

      We did!! Andrew took a big bite but his facial expressions would have scared you. Lol so we had to cut it out.

    • @FourFish47
      @FourFish47 Před 2 měsíci

      I couldn't eat the pepper either. My stomach would have a fit!

  • @sarahhartman5723
    @sarahhartman5723 Před 2 měsíci

    Living in Nairobi now but I can’t tell you how happy it makes me to watch you enjoy the classic foods of my sweet hometown Chicago.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      It's amazing how food can connect us across the globe! Thanks for watching

  • @bitcrafter
    @bitcrafter Před měsícem

    Superdawg wasn't an old gas station, it's based on the older concept from the the 40s/50s drive-ins. If you've ever seen a movie where the girl and guy servers would come to the car with a tray on roller skates, that's what this concept came from.

  • @scottgraney5275
    @scottgraney5275 Před 2 měsíci +5

    Portillios

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +2

      Thanks for the advice, we would definitely head there next time!

    • @TheRagratus
      @TheRagratus Před 2 měsíci +1

      Tourist dogs

    • @JNNJ-wu3is
      @JNNJ-wu3is Před měsícem

      No dry. No seasonings.

  • @ElleW
    @ElleW Před 2 měsíci +9

    Being a Michigan transplant in the Chicagoland area, I can’t do the salad on my hot dog and for heaven’s sake, why the seeds on the bun? 😣 Give me a Michigan dog, all the way with mustard, onion and bean-less chili.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thanks for sharing your preference! We will need to try Michigan dogs in the future.

    • @JC-es5un
      @JC-es5un Před 2 měsíci +3

      As a fellow Michigander I totally agree; give me a coney dog any day of the week 👍 Also, Detroit Style pizza is the phenomenal too.

    • @wolflady58
      @wolflady58 Před 2 měsíci +4

      I agree Michigan hot dogs are better. If I wanted a salad I'd order a salad.

    • @dukey19941
      @dukey19941 Před 2 měsíci +2

      Try being a born Chicagoan and wanting your hot dogs....are you ready for this... PLAIN. And if my dog is on the grill. with ketchup.

    • @dabbadoo2226
      @dabbadoo2226 Před 2 měsíci +3

      Lafayette all the way 👍🏼

  • @krono5el
    @krono5el Před 2 měsíci +1

    Also for a authentic true Chicago creation and staple of childhood is a Pizza Puff, hunt down a real "Iltaco Pizza Puff" for some classic Chicago nostalgia. prob can be found at most mom and pop burger and hot dog joints.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely try to find an Iltaco Pizza Puff next time I'm in Chicago.

  • @TimothyHorth
    @TimothyHorth Před 2 měsíci

    Glad you guys got to super dawgs, every neighborhood in the city has there dog stand and it’s great to try different ones every week. If you get a chance check out Gene and Jude’s by ohare airport such a great place and the add fries on top of the dog, it’s call a depression dog . Can’t wait to see the next video guys keep up the amazing work!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you for the recommendation! We love exploring new places and trying different foods. We will give Gene and Jude’s a try next time

  • @artistnyc123
    @artistnyc123 Před měsícem

    Nicola's laugh is money!

  • @jimclayson
    @jimclayson Před 2 měsíci

    I got hooked on kosher Chicago-style hotdogs decades ago. There was a hotdog vendor who frequented a park at a nearby lake (in central Washington), and he prided himself on his craft. It was always a treat.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +2

      I'm grateful for the memories that food can create. It's amazing how a simple hotdog can hold such nostalgic value.

  • @cito4633
    @cito4633 Před 2 měsíci

    Love you guys! I literally live 15 minutes from Superdawg and I have been a customer for decades...Best Wishes!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      So Jealous! Superdawg was really good.

  • @martygt3357
    @martygt3357 Před měsícem

    The correct way to order is "sweet and Juicy" for dipped w/sweet peppers or "Beef w/hot" is not dipped and hot & sweet peppers. Also try a Combo, Same sandwich, same as above but 1/2 beef and an Italian Sausage.

  • @FourFish47
    @FourFish47 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Welcome to Chicago!! I hope you're also enjoying the museums and Navy Pier.
    I live near Chicago but never had a Chicago hot dog until about a year ago (I'm in my 60's) because it just didn't seem like that big a deal, but they are delicious!!
    Have a great stay in the U.S. Travel safe and have lots of fun! ❤

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Chicago was so much fun! we would have loved to have spent more time there. Next time we will stay for longer. Thanks for watching

  • @jamesthompson7825
    @jamesthompson7825 Před měsícem

    Glad you found Superdawg, which is amazing. The restaurant is a traditional drive-in restaurant where you order from your car and the car hops bring out your food. I love the place.
    You weren’t too far from Paradise Pup, which is also very good.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před měsícem

      Superdawg was delicious! Thank you for the recommendation! we'll have to check out Paradise Pup next time I'm in the area.

  • @timoliver3587
    @timoliver3587 Před měsícem

    The story you're telling about Chicago hot dogs is about the original Chicago hot dog: depression dogs. They're different. 35th St red hots and Gene & Jude's do depression dogs.

  • @sheilahunter7637
    @sheilahunter7637 Před 2 měsíci

    I am a new subbie here! Welcome to my town CHI-TOWN!!! You two are so cute and entertaining. Have fun!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thanks for subbing! and thank you for your very kind words.

  • @larrym.johnson9219
    @larrym.johnson9219 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Nicola and Andrew the philosophy of hot dogs is two or more is preferable. 💪🔥🤟🇺🇸

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thanks for the advice! and thanks for watching

  • @tofu_golem
    @tofu_golem Před měsícem

    This is one of the first things I ate upon arriving in Chicago, and I instantly fell in love. I could live on these.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před měsícem

      I totally agree! Thanks for watching

  • @chitowntiger1
    @chitowntiger1 Před měsícem

    I grew in Chicago. My Dad used to park his semi-truck across the street from Superdawg. When he was fixing something on his truck, he'd ask me to go across the street to get some food, I remember thinking it was weird having the fries and the hot dog in a box together. Never thought the place would become famous. lol

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před měsícem +1

      lol! It is amazing how places change. 😀

  • @Samster90
    @Samster90 Před 2 měsíci

    Welcome to our city Chicago! I loved your video!!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you for the warm welcome and Thanks for watching

  • @cathirodrigo2933
    @cathirodrigo2933 Před 2 měsíci

    I’m really enjoying the comparison of foods. ❤❤❤

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      That's awesome to hear! Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts. Let us know if there is anything else we should try?

  • @InvisibleMag
    @InvisibleMag Před 2 měsíci

    13:05 saw a pic of the menu from a couple years back where the same Superdawg was $6.15 🙃

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Wow, will have to check that out! Thanks for watching

  • @juliemanarin4127
    @juliemanarin4127 Před 2 měsíci

    My mom was from Bedford England and i visited and i LOVED FISH AND CHIPS!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you for sharing your connection to Bedford and your love for fish and chips. We have not had good fish and chips for a while. Thank you for watching

  • @johnwoods647
    @johnwoods647 Před měsícem

    I just watched your video from Mr. Beef and I cannot agree more that the dipped beef is the best. Chicago dogs I change the sweet relish for dill and get extra celery salt on them. So good!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před měsícem

      Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts! It means a lot.

  • @bobhamrick8613
    @bobhamrick8613 Před 2 měsíci +2

    The tomato at SuperDog are pickled. Not traditional, but with Cozy Fries and on a MaryAnn bun from Rosen's you have a Wiener!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing the information on the SuperDawg!

  • @sherievaughn6475
    @sherievaughn6475 Před měsícem

    If you want to recreate this at home you need Vienna Beef jumbo dogs and the poppyseed buns. On the south side of Chicago our dogs had fresh cucumbers instead of pickles and no sport peppers. Wish you could have gone to Portillos and tried their classic Chicago dogs. Among their other popular items are the jumbo chili-cheese dogs with mustard and onions.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před měsícem

      Thanks for the tips on how to recreate the authentic Chicago dogs at home! They were delicious

  • @MrReman2u
    @MrReman2u Před 2 měsíci

    There is a Dirt Dogs in Downey, CA off of Firestone Blvd. just slightly east of Woodruff Ave.

  • @katinacarson-hunwi7297
    @katinacarson-hunwi7297 Před 2 měsíci +1

    When I went to Chicago 10 years ago, we ate at Devil Dawgs. I’m not a big on hot dogs but it was delicious.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Chicago is such a great food city! Glad you enjoyed Devil Dawgs!

  • @BethReed62
    @BethReed62 Před 2 měsíci

    Seems like the ol’ tastebuds and palette have expanded. ❤ you guys ✌🏻

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you for noticing the growth in our taste buds and palate! and Thanks for watching

  • @robinmullins2454
    @robinmullins2454 Před 2 měsíci

    Okay now I'm hungry!!!! I just watched you guys eating in NYC now hotdogs in Chicago!!! Stomach just took a bite out of my kidney lmaooo!!! See you guys soon!!!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      LOL! It is always tough editing these videos as it makes you so hungry. Thanks for watching

  • @annabogart6689
    @annabogart6689 Před 2 měsíci +2

    no ketsup on hot dogs,,,, my favorite way to have a hot dog is mustard and chopped raw onion. if im in a sweet mood, i will have it with mustard and relish.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing your favorite way to enjoy hot dogs! It's always fun to hear about different food preferences.

  • @tanyadavis6921
    @tanyadavis6921 Před 2 měsíci

    so glad u guys made it here to my hometown Chicago! u have to try our deep fried polish deep dish and thin crust pizza also amazing Chinese food and there is a English pub called elephant and castle! u gotta try it! it would be awesome to show u some places to eat next time u come here

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks for the tips, We did try the deep pan pizza and will upload the videos soon. Thanks for watching

  • @dianel222
    @dianel222 Před 2 měsíci +1

    My Chicago hot dog = poppyseed bun, hot dog, mustard, sweet relish, cucumbers, tomatoes, celery salt. 💜💜💜

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Sounds like a delicious Chicago hot dog! Thank you for watching

  • @markwarnaar
    @markwarnaar Před měsícem +1

    Thamk you for coming to Chicago!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před měsícem

      It was so much fun in Chicago! we just didn't have enough time on this short trip to see more. But we will be back in the future!!!!

  • @SarahBroad-kw7fj
    @SarahBroad-kw7fj Před 2 měsíci

    I love Wisconsin also because of the natural beauty. An like Minnesota and north Dakota have a lot of Scandinavians. Up here there’s a lot of walleye and sport fishing so there’s a lot of fish that are eaten. We love a good bonfire and potluck and the outdoors. We just have to fight off the mosquitoes though. And deal with the Arctic cold winters even though this winter wasn’t bad.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      gene and Jude’s, It sounds like you really appreciate the beauty and outdoor lifestyle in Wisconsin. We would love to visit one day!

  • @NotKev2017
    @NotKev2017 Před 6 dny

    The absolute best hot dog I've ever had in Chicago was outside the Shedd Aquarium from a vendor with a cart. It was very basic. Only had it with mustard and nothing else on it. It was steamed to perfection on a soft bun with just a light smear of mustard. Delicious!

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 5 dny

      That sounds amazing! Sometimes simplicity is key when it comes to great food. Thanks for sharing

  • @joegonzales6816
    @joegonzales6816 Před 2 měsíci

    Y'all are so lucky you've been all over trying different foods in different states. I've lived in Texas my whole life and never left. But I always wanted to try New York Pizza Chicago hot dogs fish and chips from England. And so on

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks for watching! It's never too late to start exploring new food adventures

  • @Patrick-nv5ug
    @Patrick-nv5ug Před 2 měsíci

    A great number of cheap but large sandwiches and other food were created or became popular during the Depression to satisfy hunger for cheap. Hamburger variations in Oklahoma, Hawaii and Mississippi. Po Boys down south as well as Biscuits and Gravy, the Snicker Bar, Chicken and Dumplings, Spam......the list goes on and on.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing this information! The history of food can be so interesting

  • @rj-zz8im
    @rj-zz8im Před 2 měsíci +2

    The 'green tomatoes' are probably tomatillos. They are juicier than green tomatoes, and have a great tart flavor almost like citrus. I could be wrong, but I have never seen green tomatoes served as a wedge.

  • @RyanWheatleyDesigns
    @RyanWheatleyDesigns Před měsícem

    The classic Chicago style dog has the same toppings as the devil dog, but we always use a poppyseed bun. When you order a dog in an old-school Chicago spot they usually wrap up the fries and dog together in the paper

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před měsícem

      That's such a unique tradition! I love hearing about the little quirks that make different regions special.

    • @scottsoloway
      @scottsoloway Před 29 dny

      @@thebritstryExcept it’s not true. The dragged through a garden dog you tried should not be wrapped with fries. The Chicago depression dog, as exemplified by Gene and Jude’s and Jimmy’s Red Hots is the type with fries on top of the dog. Using a smaller 8 per pound sausage on a plain bun, the standard condiments are just mustard, onion and sports peppers.

  • @joshuasiegal
    @joshuasiegal Před měsícem

    Chicago-style sweet pickle relish is bright green because it used to be made with a bit of mint back in the day. Nowadays the color mainly distinguishes it from dill pickle relish, which is not as sweet.

    • @thebritstry
      @thebritstry  Před měsícem

      Thanks for sharing that interesting tidbit about the history of sweet pickle relish! We didn't know that! Thanks for watching