The Roast Grill dates back to 1940. | Photo by @robert.jones.official
Sunâs out, buns out â hot dog buns, that is. From community grillouts to baseball game brats, summer really is the season of the hot dog. Thatâs why weâve rounded up eight local spots to get your frank fix.
The Roast Grill, 7 S. West St. | Slinginâ dogs since 1940, this hole-in-the-wall serves glass bottle sodas, homemade Greek baklava, and classic flattop-grilled dogs. Pro tip: Look for the iconic âHot Weinersâ sign + bring cash.
Cloosâ Coney Island, 2233-102 Avent Ferry Rd. | Complete with checkered floors, this retro spot specializes in hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, and cheese fries. Try this: The Coney Dog topped with chili, mustard + onions.
Snoopyâs Hot Dogs & More, multiple Raleigh locations | This spot has been a Raleigh staple since 1978. Unless you specify your order, your dog will be topped with mustard, chili, and onions. Pro tip: The marquee lights up with humorous sayings.
Jerryâs Grill, 813 E. Whitaker Mill Rd. | This long-standing (since 1986) mom + pop shop serves classic dogs and sides like crinkle-cut fries, tater tots, and crispy onion rings.
Steveâs Hot Dogs + Deli, 6320 Capital Blvd. | This spot offers all the grillout fixinâs. Think: Foot-long chili-cheese dogs, potato salad, deviled eggs, and fresh lemonade.
The Community Deli, 901 Oberlin Rd. | Chow down on as many $1.50 hot dogs you can eat from this spot thatâs been around since 1973.
CowBar, 411 W. Morgan St. + 201 Park at North Hills St. | In addition to burgers, this spot serves specialty dogs. Try This: The Truffle Dog on a New England bun with truffle aioli + caramelized red onion.
My Way Tavern, 522 St. Marys St. | Stop by this neighborhood tavern for a $5 Nathanâs hot dog basket with fries or a Mariner Dog topped with cream cheese, grilled onions, jalapeños + sriracha aioli.
Donât be a weenie + share these local spots with a hot dog-lover in your life.
Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral + Jewelry Show | Mon., Sep. 5 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd. | $8 | Explore precious gemstones + jewelry and have experts repair or remount jewelry. đ
Hawk Watch | Mon., Sep. 5-Fri., Sep. 30 | 8 a.m.-7 p.m. | Grandfather Mountain, 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy., Linville, NC | Adults: $24, Kids: $10 | Guests are welcome to observe the month-long count and celebration of the annual raptor migration â official counters will be stationed on Linville Peak to count the birds migrating overhead.*
Tuesday
Ciarra Fragale | Tues., Sep. 6 | 8 p.m. | The Longleaf Hotel and Lounge, 300 N. Dawson St. | Price of purchase | Grab a drink from the bar + listen to this musician perform.
Wednesday
Five Finger Death Punch | Wed., Sep. 7 | 6:30 p.m. | Coastal Credit Union Music Park At Walnut Creek, 3801 Rock Quarry Rd. | $29.50+ | Rock out to this heavy metal band. đž
Stranger Things Trivia Night | Wed., Sep. 7 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The Glass Jug, 5410 NC Highway 55, Durham | Free | Dress up as your favorite character and compete to win prizes.
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CRĂ Food & Wine Bar opened in Caryâs Fenton last Thursday. The menu offers artisan cheese flights, shareable plates like wagyu meatballs, stone-fired pizza, and a large selection of wines. Pro tip: Donât forget about the fondue. đ·
Community
Now until Fri., Sept. 30, bring the kids to Historic Yates MillCounty Park (4620 Lake Wheeler Rd.) to enjoy a self-guided nature walk while reading along to the childrenâs book âDream Weaverâ during this months StoryWalk. Be sure to stop by the historic gristmill while youâre there.
Pets
Letâs yap about it. Dix Park is hosting a Yappy Hour celebration for four-legged friends on Sat., Sept. 17 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy food + beer vendors, music, and local pet vendors. Pro tip: Bring a lawn chair. Register for the event. đ¶
Watch
College football is back. If youâre an NC State football fan, check out this hype video. And ICYMI, dive into this preview of the 2022 season for the Triangleâs college football teams. đ
Plan Ahead
The Loading Dock is hosting its first Doing Others Good Gala on Thurs., Dec. 15. The galaâs fundraising goal is $15,000 + proceeds will be donated to Gabiâs, a nonprofit company focused on employing people with special abilities. Purchase tickets.
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Campbell Creek Loop Trail at Raven Rock State Park. | Photo by RALtoday
Today is Labor Day â an annual holiday that honors the contributions workers in America make to the countryâs strength + prosperity. Labor Day has been designated as a federal holiday since 1894. Here are some ideas on how to take a load off for the holiday.
Editorâs pick: Todayâs article is dedicated to my grandmother, Mama (Nanette). She is the hot dog queen + a huge RALtoday fan. Her favorite expression to use when sheâs excited is, âwell, hot dawg!â Her perfect dog comes with mustard, onions, chili, and a little slaw.
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