Jody Maroni

Born in the San Fernando Valley into “a world of meat”, Jody Maroni migrated to gritty Venice Beach in 1979 where he quickly became notorious for hawking his grilled sausages on the boardwalk. He made every sausage by hand, smoked them on site, and sold them to Venice locals and tourists alike. He added new flavors weekly, and soon had a firm base of adoring fans. Thirty years later, he is still producing some of the most interesting sausages around. Maroni’s passion for hot dogs and sausages is obvious when you bite into one of his all natural and gourmet specialties. Now with seven locations and a robust on-line gourmet shop, you can enjoy Jody Maroni’s sausages anytime! Visit them at jodymaroni.com to find a location near you.

Currywurst

Currywurst is serving up your favorite German food, as well as their notable Currywurst sausage. Unlike many hot dogs and even sausages, Currywurst makes their sausages nitrate and preservative free. This makes for an authentic flavor that you can trust is all natural. Located at 109 N. Fairfax Ave., Currywurst invites you to come in and enjoy an authentic German sausage. To place an order for pick-up or for more information, visit www.currywurst.com.

Canter’s

Canter’s has been serving Vienna Beef hot dogs and sausages for 50 years. Customers return again and again for the quintessential deli dining experience. Open since 1931, the award winning restaurant and bar has an all-encompassing menu. Try their Buck Benny bratwurst, their famous pastrami dog or a Vienna Beef hot dog from the kid’s menu. There’s nothing like biting into a sausage and experiencing a little taste of hot dog heaven. This Los Angeles landmark is located at 419 N. Fairfax Ave. (323)651-2030. www.cantersdeli.com.

Marconda’s Meats

Looking for gourmet hot dogs to grill at home? Then look no further than Marconda’s Meats at the Farmers Market where you will find hot dogs, housemade sausages, Louisiana Andoullie and Boudain sausages, bratwurst, polish sausage and more. They even offer their own specially ground pork. Visit Uncle Louis at Marconda’s and he’ll wrap up some of the best dogs in town for your next BBQ. 6333 W. Third St., (323)938-5131. www.marcondas.com.