I’m on a quest, it’s been slowly going on for a few months. I’m searching for LA’s best hot dog. Beyond the obvious town favorites of Pinks, Carney’s, and love ‘em or hate ‘em, Dodger Dogs, there are several other stand outs. Like the grilled dog at Earlez on Crenshaw, the gourmet Haute Dog at Surfas, or the stand out dogs from the Infield in Sherman Oaks and the all natural dog from Let’s Be Frank. The newcomer to the block is Marty D’s.
Film maker and hot dog griller Marty Davidson’s new hot dog joint and soda fountain is quaint. With its 50’s style dcor and counter top soda fountain. The diner was designed by Marty’s wife Sandy who has been cheered for her designs of Meson G and the Foundry on Melrose. The kosher hot dog ($7.99) is decent. It’s served with yummy grilled onions, pickles, sauerkraut or horseradish coleslaw, all on the side. The wiener itself lacked any real snap to the skin, but had good flavor. Enhanced by the onions, pickles, slaw and some brown mustard, made it ever better. They also have a spicy chicken sausage and veggie dog.
The fries were crispy and hot. I ordered mine with some chili and cheese on top, but the chili lacked any kick and didn’t have much flavor. The dogs come with fries, which annoyed me slightly. I would rather share some fries, than be forced to order them with my hot dog. I wanted to leave room for a shake, but after finishing the dog and the fries I was too full. Other sides include a potato knish, baked beans and corn-on-the-cob.
The authentic soda fountain is the highlight of Marty D’s. (Unfortunately, I drank it down before I could take any pictures for you to enjoy!) The New York Egg Cream made with Fox’s u-bet chocolate syrup was wonderful. Sadly it was my first egg cream soda ever! Can’t wait to have another. They have an extensive list of shakes and malts, sundaes, splits, and even a Frozen Hot Chocolate, made famous by Serendipity in NY. The also carry LAMILL roasted coffee.
It’s a great place if you are looking for an authentic soda fountain experience. You can get a dog and be satisfied but don’t expect to be blown away. It makes the list, but it’s not a stand out for the hot dog.
Marty D’s
230 S Beverly Dr
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 273-7771
Mon, Jun 23, 2008
Food, West LA/Beverly Hills