What Makes a Real Chicago Dog (and Where to Find the Best One in St. Cloud)
The seven classic toppings of a Chicago-style hot dog, and why Uncle Mike's serves the best Chicago dog in St. Cloud and Central MN.
You don't have to drive to Chicago for a great Chicago Dog. Uncle Mike's Red Hots serves what we think is the best Chicago dog in Central MN, right here in St. Cloud and the surrounding towns.
The classic build
A Chicago Dog is "dragged through the garden." Here's what goes on ours:
- An ALL BEEF hot dog
- Yellow mustard
- Bright green relish
- Chopped white onion
- Tomato wedges
- A dill pickle spear
- Sport peppers
- A dash of celery salt
Our one twist
Traditionally it's a poppy seed bun. Ours is soft and seedless, because our buns have no seeds. Everything else stays true to the classic.
And the ketchup question
A true Chicago Dog is traditionally served without ketchup. At Uncle Mike's you can have any dog however you like, no judgment.
Want to try one? Check the truck schedule for stops in St. Cloud, Sartell, Sauk Rapids, Waite Park, and nearby.