Pink's Hot Dogs

709 N. La Brea Blvd.

Continue on La Brea. Pink's is on the right just before you reach Melrose. Just look for the long line of people on the sidewalk.

• Location: Near the intersection of Melrose Avenue and N. La Brea Boulevard, directions below
• How Long: Depends on how much you eat
• Best Time to Visit: Pink's is busy all day long, but it's a late-night phenomenon (open until 3:00 a.m.)

Founded by Paul and Betty Pink in 1939, Pink's Hot Dogs is a Hollywood landmark and possibly one of the country's most famous hot dog stands. So popular that it has its own parking lot attendant, Pink's Hot Dogs is busy from the time it opens until it closes in the wee hours.

It's not unusual to find a celebrity noshing a Pink's hot dog, and their website hosts pictures of the panoply of stars who have frequented the place. Rolls Royces and chauffeured limousines pull up regularly to procure chili dogs for their occupants.

Pink's Hot Dogs Review

So why all the fuss about a hot dog? Pink's Hot Dogs' specially-made, all-beef wieners have a natural casing that makes that makes them snap when you bite into them, and their chili recipe was specially developed by Betty Pink years ago. They offer 24 different combinations, many named after celebrities.

Besides the hot dogs, there's a certain cachet to Pink's, with standing in line being part of the experience, and weekend club and concert-goers thronging the place late a night.

Pink's Hot Dogs does not accept credit cards, so it your wallet is empty, be sure you stop by an ATM on your way there.

Getting to Pink's Hot Dogs

709 N. La Brea Blvd.
Hollywood, CA
323-931-4223
Pink's Hot Dogs website

From I-10, take the La Brea exit and go north to its intersection with Melrose. Pink's is on the corner.