ShareSignature chili cheese dog is worth the wait at this famed L.A. hot dog stand.
(323) 931-4223
709 N La Brea Ave
(Melrose Avenue)
Los Angeles,
CA
90038
34.0836
-118.3442
Neighborhoods: Melrose, Central LA
Pink's Hot Dogs
Last updated 9.05.09
What People Are Saying About Pink's Hot Dogs
The Owner
Pink's Hot Dogs
Owner
Pink's Hot Dogs is probably the most famous hot dog stand in Los Angeles! Located near the corner of Melrose and La Brea, Pink's can be found by looking for a crowd of people and following the aroma of fresh meaty chili and soft hot dog buns. Pink's is unlike any other hot dog stand in America. For example, it has its own parking lot attendant. It has been in the same location for 62 years. It is not unusual to see a Rolls Royce pull up to Pink's (the chili dog ordered will be for the occupant, not the chauffeur). Movie stars, well-known dignitaries, struggling musicians, businessmen,…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Everyone loves Pink's, from lunching businessmen and penny-pinching families to ravenous club kids at 3am. Even celebrities wait in the perpetual line. Orson Welles used to come once a week and down a dozen chili-cheese dogs. – – The Food – The chili-cheese dog is the end-all and be-all of Pink's. A long, thin, 100-percent beef Hoffy is snug in a lightly steamed bun, oozing with chili and topped with a slab of neon-orange cheese--this dog has earned its signature status. But the menu has evolved since its pushcart beginnings; 21 menu items, including…
12/09/09
LA Staple
by mikefran21 at Citysearch
What can I say? It's an LA staple -- along with Musso and Franks, Mel's, Canter's, etc. The hot dogs are all great, and the variety is exhaustive. My favorite -- the Chicago, spicy Polish. You can't miss.
- Pros: The Dogs
- Cons: The Lines
11/30/09
great food
by knakayama76 at Citysearch
great polish hot dog, love the chili cheese fries, get there early, but its still worth the wait
- Pros: food
- Cons: wait
11/29/09
Low Grade Dog Food
by jmsweitz at Citysearch
Used to good "dogs" coney island style, the skin was tough the sauce was like dried chili
- Cons: The Homeless guy I gave it to wouldn't eat it
The Details on Pink's Hot Dogs
Parking:
There is a small free lot behind Pink's, but it can sometimes be difficult and time-consuming to get in and out.
The Extras:
Don't eat meat? No worries: Pink's offers turkey dogs as well as vegetarian hamburger patties.
Category:
Traditional American, Restaurants
Payment Methods:
Cash
Restaurant Special Features:
Late Night Dining, Lunch Spot, Cheap Eats
Cuisine:
Message from Pink's Hot Dogs
- Large Menu Selection
- Home of the Chili Cheese Dog
- Winner "Best Latenight Dining"
Pink's Hot Dogs is probably the most famous hot dog stand in Los Angeles! Located near the corner of Melrose and La Brea, Pink's can be found by looking for a crowd of people and following the aroma of fresh meaty chili and soft hot dog buns.
Pink's is unlike any other hot dog stand in America. For example, it has its own parking lot attendant. It has been in the same location for 62 years. It is not unusual to see a Rolls Royce pull up to Pink's (the chili dog ordered will be for the occupant, not the chauffeur). Movie stars, well-known dignitaries, struggling musicians, businessmen, housewives, school children... all have savored Pink's Famous Chili Dogs.
Pink's Hot Dog Stand is a quick lunch spot, a nostalgic trip into the past and a delicious experience. Pink's is definitely a landmark in Hollywood!
