How to be Successful in the Hot Dog Business

I have spent a lot of time visiting hot dog joints, from brand new little hot dog carts on the side of the road, to established brick and mortar restaurants, and everything in between. One question I like to ask every vendor I visit is: "What do YOU think it takes to be successful in the hot dog business?"

See the video on How to Start a Hot Dog Business HERE.

Hey Now Hot Dogs

Meet John Traub, owner and operator of Hey Now Hot Dogs located on the corner of Irby and Palmetto Streets in Florence, SC.

Find out more about Hey Now Hot Dogs at heynowhotdogs.com

Find out more about the Hot Dog Business here.

Hot Dog Trailer for Sale in Framingham, MA

Zippity Do Dogs in Framingham, MA is for sale.

This is a cool little hot dog trolley trailer made by Boss Hog Trailers. The business is a going concern and is up and running.

Current owner Mike Gerrol stays open year round.

It is located in an office parking lot near the Natick Mall and close to many large office buildings.

This is a great trailer. Mike never did much catering, but a new owner could clean up with seasonal sports tournaments in the Framingham area. Read about and watch videos of this business on Hot Dog Stories.

Here are some of the specifics:

8x16 Trolley concession trailer

Copper roof

125 amp power supply – currently tied into NStar with meter.

50 amp plug

New floor

Stainless steel counters

Copper vent hood with lights and exhaust

New built in Air Conditioner

Stainless steel triple sink

Stainless steel hand sink

Fresh water storage – 30 gallons

2 waste water storage - 20 gallons each

Triton hot water tank

Flojet demand pump

Crank out canopy in front

1 All-Clad grill

1 All-Clad griddle

1 commercial grill

3 steamers (dogs, rolls, condiments)

Microwave

Convection oven

2 refrigerators

1 electric can cooler

2 bay Lemonade cooler dispenser

3 outdoor tables with 2 large umbrellas and chairs

Fryolater

Cash register

2 portable heaters – this business can run all year.

Existing lease with landlord – with ~10 parking spots

Loyal customer base – great reviews

Very close to many businesses and mall.

Trailer is mobile or can sit at any site. Great for catering at any event.

All rights to company name, logo, website domain

YellowBook listing and website (until May 2012)

All recipes for existing sauces, etc (Best Coney sauce on the planet)

Existing business – clean and ready for new owner

Zero BOH violations

Asking: $42,500 or Best Offer

For more info, email Mike at gerrol@charter.net

Existing Hot Dog Business For Sale

I know a "brick and mortar" hot dog joint for sale in suburban Boston. The seller is motivated, but doesn't want public disclosure of the sale.

If you'd like to know more, email me.