Can you imagine a Moroccan restaurant in Denver getting recommended by a poll in Morocco? That is what happened when a Chicago reporter asked Chicagoans where the best hot dog can be found. The recommendation was, “When I fly - I fly Frontier, and when I have a layover in Denver - I make sure I have time to get a Steve’s Snappy Dog.” It’s not just the snap when you bite into the dog, or the custom chili con carne that perfectly complements the Thurmann’s of New Jersey dog. It’s also the back yard grill at a friend’s house atmosphere that makes this a destination location for 6 years running.
Feb. 22nd anniversary all started in the 50’s… in Connecticut… where there were no McDonalds or Burger Kings… just hot dog stands. At 14 years old, Steve started slinging hot dogs, learning the age old skills of hospitality that modern fast food is trying so hard to diminish in the name of mass production. What does hospitality look like at a hot dog stand? It is a guy called “Smiley” on the grill after working for Steve for over a decade and a half. It is a place where you get kids to eat veggies by deep frying them, and rewarding them with Blue Bunny ice cream. It is a product that combines natural casings with flavorful blend of beef and pork. Not only that, but it is also the only hot dogs in the country that are “Gluten Free”. If that’s not your priority, this same location serves vegetarian options for one member of your party, with a 6th anniversary “Steve’s Snappin’ Ale” for another. This is a tasty brew (if I must say so myself). Stop in this weekend and guess what gives it such a unique taste.
Positioned next to the recently approved Sunflower Market space off Colorado & Colfax, what's more American than a philly or hot dog & a cold beer to wash down a trip to a soon to be built health food store. If you're feeling overly patriotic, you can even have your dog deep fried. Yes, there is a theme of deep fried fun mixed with gluten free and vegetarian options here. It is a one in a million hot dog stand that can provide one legitimate dining option for families that are looking for a place you will crave to share with your kids, family and friends.
Steve & Linda Ballas are not only proprietors that enjoy providing a great product with family fun atmosphere. After more than 30 years doing business (& marriage) together they understand life goes on outside their business’ walls. Steve’s commitment is, “We also continue our community involvement and to this date have raised almost $10,000 for our charity, Project Angel heart as well as donating over $5,000 to Denver area public and private schools, through our school night out program.”
There may be signs all over the world that give the number of miles to Wall Drug, but Denver should have signs pointing to Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs. Once you get a sample in your mouth, you’ll agree that Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs is a magical dining experience that’s mmm… good!
For more info contact:
Steve Ballas
303-333-SNAP (7627)
3525 E Colfax Ave
Denver CO 80206
To recommend a business for review contact:
Dan Wilson
720-298-9898
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