The Dodger Dog has been deep-rooted in franchise lore since Dodger Stadium opened in 1962. This highly famous concession treat fell victim to criticism only once, during a brief stint in the early '90s, when its traditional grilling method was temporarily replaced by boiling. After drawing much fan fury over this unwarranted switch in preparation, the Dodger Dog was soon changed back to being a 100-percent grilled dog. With 18,000 served at each home game, and its popularity steadfast and resolute, it could be argued that you could not find a more famous hot dog anywhere.
Although the Dodger Dog receives the majority of the concession notoriety at Chavez Ravine, other key ballpark fare helps round out an eclectic selection. The scrumptious alternatives to the Dodger Dog include: Chinese food, Philly cheesesteaks, pizza, multiple types of hamburgers, soft and hard pretzels, nachos, and submarine sandwiches -- all of which are located throughout the ballpark.
If you have a sugar fixation that needs to be satisfied, you can enjoy frozen yogurt and soft-serve ice cream at various stadium locations. Of course, if you're caught up in the intensity of the game, you have the option of indulging on a giant stick of Dodger blue cotton candy directly from a vendor. Whether you're three or 23 years old, you're never too old to enjoy this age-old pleasure.
Perhaps the greatest deal at Dodger Stadium is the ampm All-You-Can-Eat Pavilion. This promotion, which is the first of its kind around the big leagues, is available at every Dodgers home game. For a mere $35, fans get a ticket in the right field bleachers and unlimited Dodgers Dogs, nachos, peanuts, popcorn, and Coca-Cola products. This extremely reasonable offer allows family and friends to exhibit their best Joey Chestnut or Kobayashi impressions, while still catching a game at a very affordable price.
It's hard to believe that Dodger Stadium is the fourth-oldest park in baseball behind Fenway Park, Wrigley Field and Yankee Stadium. Although many other items and special offers help keep the food selection at Dodger Stadium diverse and affordable, the Dodger Dog has dominated the concession landscape since the stadium's 1962 inception, and its reign as king doesn't appear to be ending anytime soon.
