Dirt Dog

Check your diet at the door of this Los Angeles import, which specializes in bacon-wrapped hot dogs and deep-fried desserts. While the official lineup has a scant five franks, those in the know go off-menu with the Mutt, a combination of the Red Dog (spicy tomato chili sauce, chipotle aioli and onions) and the Green Dog (chimichurri sauce, guacamole and cilantro) that packs a flavorful wallop. Try to save room for an order of the dirty corn or some deep-fried oreos for dessert.