Pink's Famous Chili Dogs - Los Angeles, CA

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 (55 votes)

Overall: Worth planning a day around

Must Eats

chili dog ($3.00)

Coleslaw Dog ($4.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

"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].

EatingTheRoad

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].

Logbooks

7/10/2003 - Michael Stern, $4

Map & Directions

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."
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."
EatingTheRoad

"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."
vmarano

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

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

"What a great place for a wonderful hot dog..."
rdwright

"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