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Hot diggity dog

Where to get hot dogs in Louisville
Two hot dogs on buns, covered in toppings.
The offerings at Red Top include a wagyu beef dog, a bratwurst sausage, and a veggie dog. | Photo by @mytattedtake
If there’s one thing that’s true about Louisvillians in the summer, it’s that we’ve got that dog in us. That hot dog, to be specific.

So channel your inner Joey Chestnut as we grab a collar + leash to go on a w-a-l-k to these five Derby City hot dog spots.

Red Top Dogs
This former brick-and-mortar restaurant now has a new permanent home as the food truck at Atrium Brewing (1154 Logan St.). The menu includes six styles that will have you saying bow wow, like the “Germantown,” topped with shredded cheddar cheese, bourbon grilled onions, apple bacon sauerkraut, and bourbon molasses.

A white brick building, with clear windows on two sides. Signage hangs in the windows.

Lonnie’s features hot dogs named after Chicago streets.

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Lonnie’s Best Taste of Chicago
There’s no need to teach an old dog new tricks at this St. Matthews staple (121 St. Matthews Ave.), which has been in business since 2001. Lonnie’s serves Chicago-style hot dogs, Polish sausages, and burgers, all at an affordable price.

Toasty’s Tavern
When you sit down at this Shelby Park spot (1258 S. Shelby St.), you’ll really want to stay. Known for its burgers, Toasty’s menu also offers three dogs: the Toasty Dog, topped with smoked poblano relish and a signature sauce, a classic chili dog, and a plain hot dog.

Bonus: Toasty’s has started a weekly giveaway on Instagram.

Mochi Dog
Located in Beechmont’s Louisville Streatery food hall (304 W. Woodlawn Ave.), this spot offers specialty teas, Mochi donuts, and Korean corndogs — okay it’s technically not a hot dog, but don’t bark about it.

Fireman Frank’s Hot Dogs
Looking for a dog that’s a little more ruff around the edges? This hot dog cart occupies the corner of 4th + Main Streets on weekdays, 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m., selling classic New York-style dogs — two dogs, a soda, and a bag of chips will run you $6.
 
Events
Tuesday, July 9
  • Killer Queen | Tuesday, July 9 | 7:30 p.m. | The Brown Theatre, 315 W. Broadway, Louisville | $62.60-$91.85 | Critically acclaimed for its attention to detail, this tribute to Freddie Mercury + Queen plays all the hits, like “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “We Will Rock You.”
Wednesday, July 10
Thursday, July 11
  • Gardens Walk and Talk | Thursday, July 11 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Waterfront Botanical Gardens, 1435 Frankfort Ave., Louisville | $15-$20 | Take a guided walk through the gardens, and learn some gardening tips from a horticulturist.
Saturday, July 13
  • Tree Trek | Saturday, July 13 | 9-11 a.m. | Fairdale Branch Library, 10620 W. Manslick Rd., Louisville | Free | Bring the kids to learn about trees with their very own tree journal, including leaf and bark rubbings.
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News Notes
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  • Spalding University has a new president, for the time being. Dr. Joanne Mathison Berryman took over as interim president of the university last week, succeeding the retiring Tori Murden McClure — also known for being the first woman + the first American to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean. (WDRB)
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  • Glow Worm Play Cafe closed its Beechmont location at 304 W. Woodlawn Ave. last month. The children’s play area + coffee shop opened in December 2023. Glow Worm maintains two other locations, at 962 Barret Ave. and 11603 Hazelwood Rd.
Try This
  • Architecture is cool, am I Frank Lloyd W-right? On Thursday, July 18 and Saturday, August 3, the Louisville Free Public Library will host walking tours of the NuLu + Phoenix Hill area which will investigate the neighborhoods’ various architectural styles. Call (502) 574-1649 to register for the free tour.
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  • Did you know: The Lakeside Swim Club (2010 Trevilian Way) is turning 100 years old this year? A new book published last week — “Lakeside” by author Brigid Kaelin — explores the history of the former quarry in the Belknap neighborhood, which has produced 12 Olympic swimmers.
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  • The success of the upcoming Louisivlle football season might hinge on three games. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
     
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    The Monday after a holiday weekend is no fun, if you ask me. Need something to look forward to? We’ve still got plenty of summer events in LOU — plus, the Kentucky State Fair is a little over a month away.
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