Your Guide to Authentic Regional Eats
Sign In | Register for Free!
Restaurants Recipes Forums Eating Tours Merchandise FAQ Maps Insider

Pink's Famous Chili Dogs

709 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA - (323) 931-4223
The must-eat item at Pink’s is a chili dog – a beautiful, all-beef tube steak in a taut natural casing that is nabbed in spongy bun and is then topped with mustard, raw onions, and a spill of dark, meaty chili.
74% Approval Rating (59 votes)

Scorecard

4 - Overall: One of the Best - Worth a Trip
Overall: One of the Best - Worth a Trip
chili dog
Coleslaw Dog
Onion Rings
Pink's Bottled Water
Spicy Polish Dog

Highlighted Reviews

rating
Michael Stern - Photos (2)
Roadfood.com Editor
"The must-eat item at Pink’s is a chili dog – a beautiful, all-beef tube steak in a taut natural casing that is nabbed in spongy bun and is then topped with mustard, raw onions, and a spill of dark, meaty chili. This configuration was originally created by founders Paul ..."   [Read More]
rating
Samuel Shor - Photos (2)
September 05, 2009
"Typical to Pink’s and Los Angeles in general, they were shooting a movie there when I arrived. There was a huge line and it was only 11 am. I thought I was in for it. I pulled in to the parking lot and there were several places; something didn’t add up. Turns out ..."   [Read More]
rating
Ray
February 16, 2011
"The place is not the same, and it has too many offerings. Back in the day, when you wanted a great chili dog Pink's was the place to go. These days it can take you well over 20 minutes standing in line just to get an opportunity to order (on a slow day). We used ..."   [Read More]

Submit photos Submit a review See more reviews...

Map & Web Site

709 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA
(323) 931-4223

http://www.pinkshollywood.com

Hours & Policies

Seasons:Open Year Round
Meals Served:Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
Operational Hours:Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:No
Alcohol Served:No
Outdoor Seating:Yes
Reservations Accepted:No
Delivery Available:No
Takeout Counters:Yes
Four fine dogs, ready to eat. The extra plump one is a Polish.
"Four fine dogs, ready to eat. The extra plump one is a Polish."
Michael Stern





The hot dog was actually pretty small and I guess I mean that in relation to the bun.  There was a good amount of coleslaw and it tasted good but it all overshadowed the actual hot dog, which I would imagine would be the most important component.  The taste was good but underwhelming considering all the hype.
"The hot dog was actually pretty small and I guess I mean that in relation to the bun. There was a good amount of coleslaw and it tasted good but it all overshadowed the actual hot dog, which I would imagine would be the most important component. The taste was good but underwhelming considering all the hype."
Samuel Shor


After a morning tour of Paramount Studios we lined up at Pink's for lunch.  We shared a 10-inch dog with chili, Chicago Polish dog (spicy) and a specialty Gustavo Dumandel, a 10-inch with fajitas-stuffing and guacamole topping.
"After a morning tour of Paramount Studios we lined up at Pink's for lunch. We shared a 10-inch dog with chili, Chicago Polish dog (spicy) and a specialty Gustavo Dumandel, a 10-inch with fajitas-stuffing and guacamole topping."
Vince Marano


A whole heaping tray full of chili cheese dogs.  I should have ordered one (or a whole platter's worth) of these.
"A whole heaping tray full of chili cheese dogs. I should have ordered one (or a whole platter's worth) of these."
Samuel Shor


A comfortable retreat from the urban bustle, hidden behind Pink's.
"A comfortable retreat from the urban bustle, hidden behind Pink's."
Donald Thompson


What a great place for a wonderful hot dog...
"What a great place for a wonderful hot dog..."
Dick Wright


Relatively speaking, this is a small crowd of people waiting to place their order. Pink's has attained legendary status among street-food connoisseurs, who mob it from mid-morning until after midnight.
"Relatively speaking, this is a small crowd of people waiting to place their order. Pink's has attained legendary status among street-food connoisseurs, who mob it from mid-morning until after midnight."
Michael Stern



What is Roadfood?  |   Submit Content  |   Privacy Policy  |   Contact Roadfood.com   Copyright 2011 - Roadfood.com