Skip to content

The St. Louis Style Hot Dog: Our City’s Official Flavor

Move over Chicago, Detroit, and New York—St. Louis finally has a seat at the table.

The Road to the Official Hot Dog of St. Louis

For years, the great hot dog cities of America have had their own "style." But here in the 314—a city with a history rooted in the 1904 World’s Fair where the hot dog was popularized—we were missing our own signature dog. In 2022, we decided to change that. We launched the "Road to the Official Hot Dog of St. Louis," a 5-week bracket-style competition where our fans and neighbors voted on the flavors that truly represent our city. After hundreds of votes and plenty of friendly debate over pork steaks, slingers, and Mayfair salads, one dog stood above the rest.
Order Now
St Louis Style Dog Competition Bracket
Order Now
Steve Ewing and Chef Joe Zeable hold the proclamation from the City of St. Louis.
Steve Ewing and Chef Joe Zeable hold the proclamation from the City of St. Louis.

The Decree is Final: It’s Official!

On June 15, 2022, the St. Louis Board of Aldermen made it official. Presented by Alderwoman Christine Ingrassia, a formal resolution declared Steve’s St. Louis Style Hot Dog as the Official Hot Dog of the City of St. Louis. It’s one of the few things the Board has ever agreed on unanimously—because you just can’t argue with a dog this good.

Start Order
Start Order

What Makes it a "St. Louis Style" Dog?

Every city has its "rules." In Chicago, it’s the neon relish and the "no ketchup" law. In St. Louis, it’s all about the perfect balance of savory, smoky, and tangy.

The Anatomy of the Official St. Louis Dog


  1. The Foundation: A premium, all-beef Nathan’s Famous hot dog—cold-smoked and fire-grilled to perfection.


  1. The Bun: A fresh-baked French roll from our friends at Vitale’s Bakery, toasted and lined with Provolone cheese (we tried Provel, but the melt of the Provolone won the popular vote!).


  1. The Toppings: Piled high with grilled onions, grilled green bell peppers, and zesty banana peppers.


  1. The Crunch: Crispy, smoky bacon (because everything is better with bacon).


  1. The Signature Finish: A generous drizzle of Steve’s house-made Smoky Pepper Mustard.
Two St. Louis Style Hot Dogs sit on a yellow table with a ketchup bottle.
The St. Louis Style Hot Dog sits on a table with a drink behind it.

A Taste of the Lou in Every Bite

Whether you’re grabbing a dog before a St. Louis CITY SC match, fueling up at the Enterprise Center for a Blues game, or hanging out at our home base on South Grand, the St. Louis Style Dog is more than just a meal—it’s a piece of local history. It’s a dog built by the community, for the community. It’s "So St. Louis," and it’s waiting for you at Steve’s Hot Dogs.

Order the Official Dog for Pickup or Delivery
Order the Official Dog for Pickup or Delivery