A Bacon-Wrapped Tucson Icon: Sonoran Hot Dogs | On the Road

Published 2023-10-30
Travel alongside Cook's Country's Editorial Director Bryan Roof as he explores the communities and cuisines that make up the great American dinner table. In this episode, he shows you where to find the best Sonoran hot dogs in Tucson.

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All Comments (21)
  • @aoielf
    Tucsonan here ..... Thanks for showing the Sonoran dog the love it deserves!
  • @TylerMillhouse
    As a Tucsonan, I often see YT channels visiting a few of the bigger places. It's hard to go wrong with these, but the chef from Tito & Pep knows his stuff. He included the main places local foodies usually recommend. My favorite is the chipilon from Nene. Great video! If you're in town make sure you also get a cabeza taco (Juanitos on Grant, Estillo Cajeme on First) and see a movie at the Loft (a classic from a special series or a b-movie for Mondo Monday).
  • I have been to Tucson and those dogos (as we call them here in Sonora) really taste like what we eat in Sonora, mainly those from Guero Canelo. In Sonora, the bread is normally steamed instead of toasted. I have traveled all over Mexico and as a hot dog lover I can say that the ones from Sonora are simply the best! But I would like to try some with the toasted bread, it sounds good!
  • @trees1trees
    I spent 30+ years in Tucson. The food scene (and music scene) has always been over the top for a city it's size. But the Border food and music (see The Molly's or The Carnivaleros) always led the way. Spent many (many) a lunch time at El Guero Canelo. One Caramelo and two dogs. I was younger then! Good times and great food!
  • @WaynoGur
    I live in Tucson. It is truly a unique food experience in this part of the planet.
  • @deliciousgroove
    Tucsonan here! Way to go, exploring these dogs and sharing them with the world. I think they're the best dogs ever. Viva Tucson!
  • @ruthm8931
    Oh be still my heart, I just love when Bryan goes on a road trip and we get to watch him eat and cook!!! I do hope these segments will be ongoing!
  • @ytsivran
    love the chemistry between these two!
  • @goodfth
    Brian’s On The Road series is great…glad to see a more enjoyable and real version of Triple D.
  • @iamkilroiyo
    John is a great guy and was actually named a James Beard Award semifinalist for his restaurant Tito & Pep. If you are ever in Tucson, it's fantastic.
  • @inbtwndays
    I’m happy Ruiz was included, that’s been a personal favorite of my friends and I for years.
  • @tammyscott9664
    We had the dogs at the last place you reviewed…came highly recommended and, oh boy, it was everything people said and more! Loved it!
  • @Wafflepudding
    South of Hermosillo (The Sonoran capital), we rarely add beans to the dogos, there's a few places that add refried beans with chorizo and ham/cheese instead.
  • @Corkboard753
    Ruiz Chipilones is absolutely delicious. Glad to see it featured.
  • @EmilyMDong
    Thanks to visiting my hometown Bryan!!!
  • @chriholt
    Wow, never had heard of Sonoran hot dogs, but man they all looked good. More of Bryan's "on the road" series please!
  • @stevegodwin6416
    This is probably one of the best videos I've seen on Tucson's eateries. We are blessed with an abundance of locally-owned, unique, interesting restaurants - the Mexican food can't be beat, but it's far from the only cuisine you'll find here. Then again, you've made me a little peckish for some carne asada so I'm off to one of my favorite joints - Paco's on East Grant Road!
  • @lyta1138
    I love Sonoran hotdogs. Miss Tucson.
  • @Andrew_Bradshaw
    Oh this is making me homesick for Arizona in general so bad right now