Kraut, swiss cheese, and Russian dressing on a “Vienna’ beef hot dog in a steamed poppy seed bun.

Cheddar Cheese on a “Vienna’ beef hot dog in a steamed poppy seed bun.

Kraut on a “Vienna’ beef hot dog in a steamed poppy seed bun.

Bacon and cheese on a “Vienna” beef hog dog in our steamed poppy seed bun.

Slaw on a “Vienna’ beef hot dog in a steamed poppy seed bun.

Chili and slaw on a “Vienna’ beef hot dog in a steamed poppy seed bun.

Cheese on a “Vienna’ beef hot dog in a steamed poppy seed bun.

Chili dog is the generic name for a hot dog served in a bun and topped with some sort of meat sauce, such as chili con carne. Often other toppings are also added, such as cheese, onions, and mustard.

A Chicago-style hot dog, Chicago Dog, or Chicago Red Hot is an all-beef frankfurter on a poppy seed bun, originating from the city of Chicago.