A rite of passage for locals and tourists—this 24/7 joint is said to serve the best slim and snappy hot dog in the city, still for only US$1.25. It's also known for its frothy tropical fruit drinks. No seating, which is part of the scene. There are two other locations—on Eighth Avenue at 37th Street and in Greenwich Village—but the one on Broadway is the original. After spending a fortune on opera tickets at the Met, this is a good budget bite before the curtain goes up—it's a walkable six blocks from Lincoln Center. Daily 24 hours. $. No credit cards. 2090 Broadway, at 71st Street (subway line 1, 2 or 3 to 72nd Street), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-799-0243.
