Doc's Dawgs is a small hot dog stand, owned by the Roberts family, and located in front of Wilco…read moreFarm Store, in Sonora, CA. Doc's Dawgs serves amazing hot dogs, Polish sausages and more, and over the last several years has gained a reputation among Sonora locals for serving the finest hot dogs in Tuolumne County.
The hot dog restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 in the morning until 2:30 in the afternoon. It is a permanent operation, set up on the porch of Wico Farm Store, located in the Sonora Plaza Shopping Center, on Mono Way.
The restaurant is located on the sidewalk in front of the store, protected from the elements and offers countless options when it comes to dressing out your dog. Honestly, I don't think I've ever seen a hot dog restaurant that offers such a wide array of condiments. Comfortable patio dining is also offered.
Doc's Dogs menu offers hot dogs, hot links, nacho cheese, chips, chili, drinks and more. Some of the perks include $1.00 off for veterans, free hot dogs for veterans on Veterans Day, and if your beloved fur buddy is with you he or she will get a "doggie dog," on the house. These are traditions carried on from the previous owner.
The chilled box includes all of the fresh condiments, including more mustard and sauces, sliced tomato, diced white onion, sauerkraut, dill pickle relish, sliced peperoncini and pickled, diced jalapeño peppers. Between the choices on the table and the chilled condiment box, you have countless choices to make your hot dog truly unique. In addition, there is a table that holds a wide array of salts, spices hot sauces, along with mustard, ketchup and barbecue sauce.
I started at the top of the menu and went with a "Quarter Pound Dog," custom dressed out to my every dining whim. Doc's Dawgs uses quarter pound wieners from Miller's Dogs, manufactured in nearby Lodi.
This large dog was everything a hot dog lover could ever ask for, as the quarter pound dog was grilled perfection, tender, juicy, complete with natural casing. The dog was seated on a large, fresh bun, which fit the dog perfectly and added to the goodness. Note that the "dog" in Doc's Dawgs isn't your garden variety supermarket hot dog, it's a true hot dog, complete with natural casing.
From the chilled condiment selection I added mayonnaise, plain yellow mustard, dill pickle relish, chopped white onion, along with a touch of sourkraut. I didn't add any of the salts or hot sauce from the table, as by the time I was finished, my dog was fully dressed.
My first bite rewarded me with a satisfying "snap," thanks to the natural casing of the Miller's Dog. Yes, this was the real deal, as the dog was natural, which always is the place to start when you want to enjoy a superior hot dog. The dog-to-bun ratio was spot-on, which is crucial for a superior hot dog. The condiments worked in tandem with the dog to provide a perfect taste sensation. The hot dog was simply delicious!
Now I know why all "foodies" and hot dog lovers rave about the amazing hot dogs, served by Doc's Dawgs in Sonora!
Sonora hot dog enthusiasts have it right, as simply stated, Doc's Dawgs serves the BEST hot dogs in Tuolumne County! The dogs are amazing, the condiments are nearly endless, the patio seating is comfortable, and friendly hot dog chef Renee will treat you like a rock star.
When you're looking for an amazing hot dog and more, think of Doc's Dawgs, located in Sonora, CA. Truly Five Star dining!