Haute Dogs

Where to find the quintessential New York summertime nosh.
By Robin Raisfeld & Rob Patronite
1. Gray’s Papaya Slim and snappy, the best of the papaya posse. 402 Sixth Ave., at 8th St.; 212-260-3532
2. Katz’s Classic deli hot dog, classic deli setting. 205 E. Houston st., at Ludlow St.; 212-254-2246
3. Shake Shack Dressed-to-the-nines Chicago style. in Madison Square Park
4. Schnäck Eight types of wieners, some from legendary Bronx sausage-maker Stahl-Meyer. 122 Union St., nr. Columbia St., Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn; 718-855-2879
5. F&B Fancy-pants Euro-hot dogs in many guises. 269 W. 23rd St., nr. Eighth Ave.; 646-486-4441
6. Hallo Berlin Pushcart A street-food frank you can eat without signing a living will. Fifth Ave. at 54th St.