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Top Vegetarian Hot Dogs In Denver

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With tailgating season in full swing, it's time to pull out the dogs and brats and stick them on the grill. For those who'd rather let someone else do the cooking, there are plenty of gourmet hot dog restaurants in the Denver metro area. Many of them offer up vegetarian dogs for those who prefer the veggie lifestyle. If you're hankering for a veggie dog, check out one of these hot dog or sausage restaurants and get one that packs in the flavor.
Billy's Gourmet Hot Dogs And Ice Cream
2445 Larimer St.
Denver, CO 80205
(303) 284-2714
www.billysgourmethotdogs.com

Along with a full menu of many different types of hot dogs, Billy's Gourmet Hot Dogs and Ice Cream also offers a vegan dog that packs a lot of flavor into a meat and dairy free package. Grilled to perfection, the vegan dog comes with tomatoes, onions and avocado, if you so desire. The shop also sells a wide array of "famous fries," including plain and garlic fries. With fast and friendly service and excellent food, this shop is a must-visit for lunch or pre-gaming.

Biker Jim's Gourmet Dogs
2148 Larimer St.
Denver, CO 80205
(720) 746-9355
www.bikerjimsdogs.com

What started as a simple hot dog cart has expanded into one of the most popular hot dog restaurants in the city. Biker Jim's is known for many exotic flavors. In addition to classic hot dogs, Biker Jim's also offers vegan hot dogs and sausages that come with your choice of toppings. The shop also offers pan-fried tumeric cauliflower as a side, if you're looking for something different than fries or chips. However, the fries are delicious too, so try them on for size.

Steve's Snappin Dogs
3525 E. Colfax Ave.
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 333-7627
www.stevessnappindogs.com

Steve's Snappin Dogs has an extensive menu that features hot dogs and much more. Its veggie dogs are popular, but the shop also offers vegetarian green chili that you can slather all over your dog, as well as fried green beans. For those who are simply vegetarian rather than vegan, the shop offers delicious grilled cheese sandwiches that are popular all year. It also hosts fun events such as football day, so hang out before the game starts.

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Wurstkuche
2036 Broadway
Denver, CO 80205
(303) 502-9226
www.wurstkuche.com

Serving up a wide variety of sausage, Wurstkuche is a must for pure aficionados. Along with authentic German and Belgian sausage, the shop also has three vegetarian varieties including Italian, Smoked Apple Sage and Mexican Chipotle. Each dog comes with two toppings, including a variety of veggies, and the Belgian fries can be made with white truffle oil for those who love this little delicacy. The bar area offers an array of German and Belgian beer to enjoy with your vegetarian sausage.

The Uber Sausage
2730 E. Colfax Ave.
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 862-7894
www.theubersausage.com

Another European style sausage restaurant, The Uber Sausage features Swiss style sausages. Its "The Farm" sausage is a vegetarian delight made served with black bean hummus and roasted piquillo peppers, among other ingredients. Sides include homestyle fries or tater tots, and the restaurant offers beer from Denver Beer Co., Upslope and Ska Brewing. This shop serves up sausages in sandwich form, so they are hearty and more filling than typical varieties.

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Alaina Brandenburger is a freelance writer living in Denver. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.

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