THE TASTES OF SUMMER: BURGERS & HOT DOGS

n Village Burger

This neighborhood restaurant features lots to choose from, with single or double Angus beef burgers topped with lettuce, tomato, pickles, relish, raw or grilled onions, jalapenos, green pepper, sauerkraut, bacon, chili, fried egg, mushrooms, coleslaw or avocado. Try a Village Dog Chicago-style, with slaw or with chili cheese. Multiple locations. villageburger.com

n The Original Hot Dog Factory

Try your hot dog steamed, grilled or fried at this creative spot with more than 20 different combinations. The All American is a classic beef dog with ketchup, mustard, relish and onions; The Texas Rodeo is a bacon-wrapped dog topped with onion rings and chili; and the Taco Dog has chili, cheese, lettuce, tomato, guacamole, jalapenos and tortilla chips. The kids’ menu includes a hot dog, corn dog, corn dog nuggets, tenders or plain burger with a drink and a side. Multiple locations. theoriginalhotdogfactory.com

n Farm Burger

These burgers are grass-fed, locally-raised and made in-house. They offer beef, pork, beef/bacon and chicken patties. Buildyour-own burger with lots of topping options, such as paprika mayo and aged, smoked Gouda. The “Lil Farmers” menu includes a cheeseburger, chicken tenders or a grilled cheese. If you can handle the heat, the fries topped with pimento cheese and jalapenos are a delightful side. Multiple locations. farmburger.com

n Moxie Burger

This neighborhood burger joint founded by a Marietta native has creative combinations and classic bites. Build-your-own by choosing from tons of options, including different breads, patties, cheeses and sauces. The Moxie is topped with a fried green tomato, pimento cheese, bacon and moxie sauce. The “Dawgs” selection include a build-your-own, Chicago-style, chili or bacon. Kids can try the ‘Lil Burger, Puppy Dawg, grilled cheese or chicken fingers. Multiple locations. moxierestaurantgroup.com/moxieburger.html

n Shake Shack

This NYC-based restaurant chain has multiple metro locations. Flavors include White Truffle, SmokeShack, Avocado Bacon Burger and more. Other options: grilled cheese, chicken sandwiches, chicken nuggets and a hot dog. Multiple locations. shakeshack.com

n BurgerFi

Angus beef burgers come topped with American cheese, lettuce, tomato and BurgerFi sauce, as well as bacon, fried egg and more, depending on your order. You can also try wagyu burgers with The CEO or SWAG. Dogs come with wagyu beef, New York- or Texasstyle. Multiple locations. burgerfi.com

n Five Guys

Five Guys’ menu includes burgers, dogs, fries and sandwiches. Top burgers with as many toppings as you want, including grilled onions, relish, jalapenos and hot sauce. Dogs come plain, with cheese, with bacon or with bacon and cheese and can also be topped to your heart’s desire. Multiple locations. fiveguys.com

n Grindhouse Killer Burgers

Grindhouse Killer Burgers started as a lunch counter in 2009 and has expanded into a local chain. Signature styles include Dixie with pimento cheese, fried green tomato, Carolina coleslaw and chipotle ranch; Gringo with black bean spread, pico de gallo, avocado, jalapenos and diablo sauce; Euro with Swiss cheese, mushrooms, lettuce, mustard and mayo; and more. The “Rugrats” for ages 5 and younger includes a hot dog or mini burger. Multiple locations. grindhouseburgers.com

n THAT Burger Spot!

Keep it classic, top with fried egg and bacon, switch out beef for turkey and more at this delicious local chain. Along with burgers, order a po’boy, fish sandwich and more, and try THAT ATL CheezeTake with grilled onions, mushrooms, green peppers and melted cheese for a twist on the Philly special. You can also “freestyle” a burger for your perfect meal. Multiple locations. thatburgerspot.com

n Hopdoddy Burger Bar

Choose from 12 different flavor options, such as Doddy Melt with Swiss and American cheeses, grilled onions, mayo and Comeback Sauce on rye bread or Primetime with fondue cheese, onions, arugula, tomato, truffle aioli and steak sauce. Shareable fries for the family include plain, sweet potato, nacho, buffalo, BBQ ranch, hot honey and sage, green chile queso and Parmesan truffle. Multiple locations. hopdoddy.com

To The North

n Brandi’s World Famous Hot Dogs

Guests with cash in hand (no plastic accepted here) are often lined up when the door opens, but the food and old-time diner ambience is worth the wait; they are only open weekdays at lunch from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The chili dog is a favorite, but it packs a powerful punch. Add crisp coleslaw to top off your dog if the heat is too much, or go for a slaw dog without the chili. The menu also includes hamburgers, fries, onion rings and sweet tea. 1377 Church St. Extension, Marietta. 770-422-3681. facebook.com/profile. php?id=100063690275302

n Skip’s Hot Dogs

No need to book a flight to the Windy City to try a fresh, Chicago-style hot dog with mustard, relish, onions, pickles, peppers, tomatoes and celery salt. You can also choose from a Vienna beef dog, jumbo dog, Polish sausage or corn dog. The menu includes Italian Beef sandwiches, burgers, onion rings, Philly Cheesesteaks and Pizza Puffs. 48 N. Avondale Rd., Avondale Estates. 404-292-6703. skipschicagodogs.com

n NFA Burger

This takeout-only restaurant offers a single, double, triple or quad burger with American cheese, mustard, pickles and Sassy Sauce; extra toppings of turkey chili, chiles, bacon, onions or jalapenos are available. Order a Vienna beef or Angus beef hot dog and customize as you wish. Kids can choose from a burger or a grilled cheese. 5465 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd., Dunwoody. 404-666-2874. nfaburger.com

n Semper Fi Bar & Grille

The burgers here are served with lettuce, tomato and onion, as well as your choice of cheese. More than 10 different styles — something for everyone, along with sandwiches, a patty melt, wings and more. Get a hot dog with bacon bits, grilled onions, jalapenos and jalapeno mayo; avocado, pico de gallo, cheese and chipotle ranch; chili, slaw, onion and cheese; mushrooms, horseradish and cheese; or plain. 9770 Main St., Woodstock. 770-972-0026. semperfibarandgrille.com

In Atlanta

n Patty and Franks

Located in Chattahoochee Food Works, these burgers and franks are made from ultra-premium meats. The P&F Patty comes with two patties, American cheese, lettuce, red onion, tomatoes, Patty Sauce and pickles; you can also get Bacon Cheese, French Onion or Chili Cheese. The franks are topped with citrus-cabbage slaw or chili cheese, or pick up a New York- or Chicagostyle. For a refreshing drink, try the Mint-Basil Lemonade. 1235 Chattahoochee Ave. NW, Atlanta. pattyandfranksatl.com

n Hot Dog Pete’s

Enjoy a bit of a twist on this iconic American staple with Hot Dog Pete’s. Try the Sonora with bacon, avocado, pinto beans, pico, mustard and mayo; the Green Thumb with avocado, tomato, arugula, pickled peppers and Green Goddess dressing; or the Skyline Coney Dog with chili, onions, mustard and cheddar cheese. Kiddos will love the Lil’ Peter — a baby hot dog — or a corn dog. 25 Georgia Ave. SE, Atlanta. 470-396-6777. hotdogpetes.com

On The Eastside

n The Albert

Take in the summer sun at this restaurant with an open patio. Delicious burger options include The Albert Burger with pimento cheese, bacon and pickled red onion; Western Burger with cheddar, bacon, BBQ and onion ring; and more. Hot dogs come with your own toppings or Atlanta- or New York-style. Kids’ menu has grilled cheese, hamburger/cheeseburger or chicken tenders with a choice of fries, green beans or mac and cheese. 918 Austin Ave., Atlanta. 404-872-4990. thealbertatlanta.com

Cool Treats

These shops offer delicious ice cream, snow cones, popsicles or gelato for a summer snack.

Big Easy Sno-Balls

The classic New Orleans treat is taken to a new level. Try custom creations like Key Lime Pie, with condensed milk, whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs. Favorite kids’ flavors: Cotton Candy Dream and Hawaiian Fruit Punch. Woodstock, Midtown and Marietta, bigeasysnoballs.com

Big Softie

Try soft serve made from a local Georgia dairy and organic cane sugar. Toppings, including Strawberry Shortcake Crumble and Cheez-It Brittle, and waffle cones are made from sister company, Little Tart Bakeshop. Atlanta, bigsoftieatl.com

Butter and Cream

This fan-favorite boasts handcrafted small-batch ice cream and frozen desserts. Kid favorites: Strawberry or Cookie Monster. Adult favorites: OG Goodness (brown sugar ice cream with butter cake) or Honeycomb Forest. Decatur and BeltLine, butterandcream.com

Cereal and Cream

Originally a food truck, try East Atlanta with Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Frosted Rice Krispies, Oreo and Captain Crunch, Buckhead with white chocolate chips, honey, granola, whipped cream and vanilla wafers, or build-your-own. Atlanta, cerealncream.com

Cherried Mary’s Ice Cream Parlor

This chef-driven ice cream parlor features 12 handcrafted flavors, such as Lemon Biscoff, Dirty Chai and Almond Joy. Specialty items include the Chaco Taco, cookie sandwiches and ice cream flights. Roswell, cherriedmarys.com

Cremalosa American Gelato

Enjoy small-batch, made-from-scratch gelato at this shop. Try their traditional Italian flavors or originals, like Banana Pudding or Snicker Bar. “Boozy” milkshakes and adult beverages make a fun grownup treat. Decatur, cremalosa.com

Four Fat Cows

This local favorite offers a wide variety of madefrom-scratch ice cream flavors; those with allergies will rejoice at the gluten-, egg- and dairy-free options. Kid favorites: Superman and Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies & Cream. Six locations, fourfatcows.com

Frosty Caboose

The “train-watching capital of Atlanta” in Chamblee boasts 36 flavors, including sugar- and gluten-free options. Kid favorites: Superman, Birthday Cake, Cookies and Cream. Adults: Mint Chocolate Chip, Chunky Salted Caramel. Chamblee, frostycaboose.com

IScream Ice Cream Rolls

Make your own rolled ice cream concoction with tons of flavor options and more than 30 mix-ins. Signature bowls kids will love: Saturday Morning Cartoons with Vanilla, Froot Loops, Fruity Pebbles, Pop-Tarts and drizzle, or Fantasy Land with Cotton Candy, whipped cream, marshmallows, sprinkles and a unicorn horn. Atlanta, iscreamroll.com

Jake’s Ice Cream

The old-school ice cream parlor atmosphere is the cherry on top of this flavor-packed ice cream shop. Kids love Max’s Magic Kisses, a blue sweet cream base with white chocolate chips and marshmallows and Chocolate Slap Yo Mama, made with chocolate sauce, chocolate chips and Oreo cookies. Atlanta, jakesicecream.com

King of Pops

This favorite Atlanta frozen treat can be found around town at festivals, restaurants, grocery stores or by visiting their headquarters, Ponce City Market or Colony Square locations. King of Pops sources produce from their own farm and flavors change depending on the season. Atlanta, kingofpops.com

Mocha Pops

This dessert combines two great things — coffee and popsicles. No problem if coffee isn’t your thing! Other flavors include Banana Pudding, Brownie, Cherry Mascarpone and Strawberry Shortcake. Atlanta, mochapops.com

Morelli’s Ice Cream

Morelli’s offers an ever-changing list of flavors, from Brooklyn Cheesecake to Salted Caramel to Krispy Kreamier. Atlanta, Virginia-Highland and Chattahoochee Food Hall, morellisicecream.com

Southern Custard

This dense, rich, creamy dessert is frozen with a special technique to give it a perfect smoothness. Try freshly-made pancake puffs served warm, paired with frozen custard and toppings. Check the online calendar for the flavor-of-the-day. Brookhaven, southerncustard.com

SunO

A milky-sweet blend of shaved ice can be topped with fruit, cookies, jelly and more in this Asian-inspired treat. Signature combinations Strawberry Kat — strawberry ice, mini Kit-Kats and condensed milk and KoKo Coffee, with coffee jelly, caramel pudding and condensed milk. Decatur, sunodessert.com

Sweet Stack

This dessert bar features a menu of handcrafted ice creams, cookie and doughnut sandwiches for a decadent treat. Try Cookie Monster, a cookie dough ice cream with Oreos and blue frosting, or The Real MVP with peanut butter ice cream, chocolate ice cream and chocolate chips. They even offer a few vegan flavors. Atlanta, sweet-stack.com

Where’s the Scoop?

This rolled ice cream shop offers custom creations, like Mango Tango (mango ice cream with strawberries and topped with blueberries, coconut flakes and raspberry drizzle) and Salty Sailor (Madagascar vanilla ice cream with pretzels and topped with more pretzels, M&Ms, whipped cream and sea salt caramel). Alpharetta, wheresthescoop.com