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Pile On 'The Works' At Rawley's In Fairfield

FAIRFIELD, Conn.-- Talk about "relishing" your dog days.

The famous "Works" dog at Rawley's in Fairfield.

The famous "Works" dog at Rawley's in Fairfield.

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Daniel Garcia works the grill at Rawley's Drive-In in Fairfield.

Daniel Garcia works the grill at Rawley's Drive-In in Fairfield.

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Rawley's Drive-In in Fairfield.

Rawley's Drive-In in Fairfield.

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Poll
Who Has Fairfield County's DVlicious Best Hotdogs?
Final Results Voting Closed

Who Has Fairfield County's DVlicious Best Hotdogs?

  • JK's Family Restaurant, Danbury
    43%
  • The Bethel Hot Dog Palace, Bethel
    4%
  • Rawley's Drive Inn, Fairfield
    13%
  • Super Duper Weenie, Fairfield
    24%
  • Tomlinson's Restaurant, Bridgeport
    16%

June and especially July (it's National Hot Dog month, after all) are prime times for enjoying this quintessential American favorite. The only question: Who makes 'em best?

Five "top dogs" are contenders in our DVlicious contest. Read on for a brief profile (all are being highlighted this week), then let your fingers do the clicking.

You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Voting ends 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 27.

Rawley's Drive-In, Fairfield

Frank Talk: Around since 1946, Rawley's is a Fairfield staple -- and a celebrity in its own right. The no frills drive-in has been featured on numerous TV shows. It was, after all, a favorite of Martha Stewart, who was a frequent customer when she lived in Connecticut. It also won the Best Hot Dog in America by Examiner.com.

What makes it so popular? Folks say it's the homespun nostalgic charm, as well as the food -- cooked to order and made fresh. Plump Red Hots are deep-fried, then finished on the griddle next to toasting buns. Folks also rave over the spicy house-made relish and hot pickles. Rawley's claim to fame is "The Works," with mustard, relish and sauerkraut topped with bacon.

Get 'em Hot: 1886 Post Rd., (203) 259-9023

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