Chicago J HoT Dogs

Fuquay-Varina resident Jason Rewerts grew up near Chicago, surrounded by the varied cuisine and cultures that a large city affords. When he moved to Fuquay-Varina, Rewerts struggled to find his favorite foods, including Chicago-style hot dogs. Enter Chicago J Hot Dog cart, serving a quick and easy lunch (or dinner), and a flavorful reminder of home.

Also known as Depression dogs, Chicago-style hot dogs feature an all-beef hot dog on a poppy seed bun, topped with a whole pickle spear, slice of tomato, Chicago “electric” green relish, chopped onions, sport peppers, and celery salt.

“It has it all,” Rewerts says. “Crunch from the pickle, salt from celery salt, sweet and heat — the brain goes, ‘What just happened here?’”

Rewerts also embraced North Carolina’s hot dog traditions, serving red hot dogs “all the way,” (mustard, chili, and onions), along with bratwurst, sausages, and 20 free toppings.

“The nostalgia of a hot dog cart and the ability to move around creates such a sense of community,” says Rewerts.

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Permanent location at Holland Farms Produce Thursdays and Saturdays

Serving lunch and dinner

Wednesday through Friday weekly