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Don't settle for a sad frankfurter pulled from a vat of lukewarm water on a street corner. You can still experience the hot dog of your childhood, but with really nice condiments.

1. PS7's, 777 I St. NW, D.C.

   Three house-made petite hot dogs with traditional accompaniments and pommes frites. $11.50

2. Hard Times Cafe, multiple locations

   Two all-beef Coney dogs topped with Cincinnati chili, cheddar, and onions. $7.29

3. Sticky Fingers Bakery, 1370 Park Road NW, D.C.

   Veggie dog with veggie chili and vegan cheese on an organic whole-grain bun. $4.50

4. Wonderland, 1101 Kenyon St. NW, D.C.

   Foot-long hot dog with veggie chili, cheese, chopped onion, and sauerkraut. $5.99

5. Madhatter, 1321 Connecticut Ave. NW, D.C.

   Hot dog with buffalo sauce, blue cheese crumbs, and crispy fried onions. $8

6. ChiDogO's, 1934 14th St. NW, D.C.

   Vegetarian hot dog topped with mustard, green relish, chopped onions, pickle spear, tomatoes, sport peppers, and a dash of celery salt. $3.49

7. DC-3, 423 8th St. SE, D.C.

   Angus beef dog on on a butter-grilled loaf with marinated ribeye bulgogi and pickled kimchi. $6.99