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Step into a world of gourmet hotdogs at Salchidogo, where flavor meets innovation, right in Zona Romantica. Salchidogo is Puerto Vallarta’s newest culinary gem, offering hotdogs unlike anything you’ve ever had.
These handcrafted artisanal hot dogs can be found at Basilio Badillo 329, Zona Romantica (near ACT2PV and the Corner Bar). Salchicha is the Spanish word for sausage, and dogo is Spanish slang for hot dog, hence the name Salchidogo. On the logo you’ll see a wide-eyed chihuahua wearing a sombrero – his name is Chido, and with a love of all dogs by all three owners, they wanted Chido to become their mascot.
The new restaurant is under the tutelage of Brian Scott Carey, Philip Wier, and Juan Sebastian Palafox. Palfox is the chef, and creator of the sausage found in Salchidogos.
“I met Chef Juanse when he was selling sausage dogs at the Saturday farmer’s market,” Wier explained. “It was just the best I had ever tasted. So we decided to pool our resources and open a restaurant, because we wanted to share our passion for great food.”
The partners bring unique skills to the team. Carey has restaurant management and marketing experience. Wier has a branding background and pastry experience. Chef Juanse has traveled internationally opening restaurants and honing his culinary skills.
“This sausage-dog is so unique we had to give it a new name, Salchidogo,” Carey said. “The sausage is hand crafted with various ingredients that are sourced locally.”
At the heart of Salchidogo’s menu are their handcrafted artisanal sausages. Each Salchidogo is made with 180-200g of pound of lean, custom-ground sausage with unique and inventive flavors, then topped with sauteed onions, peppers, mushrooms, or purple kraut. From the classic German-style sausage to the spicy SalchiMexi with cheddar cheese, there’s something to tantalize every taste bud.
Each is served on an oversized freshly baked brioche roll, made locally.
“Everything we have – from the sausages to the toppings – are custom-made by artisans,” Chef Juanse explained. “Even our salsas are made in-house including pesto mayo, jalapeño ranch, habanero mango mustard, and a BBQ mole.”
You can add their crispy-tender gourmet fries as a side, seasoned with your choice of sea salt, MexiCajun spices, garlic-parsley, or freshly chopped rosemary. Or if you want something a little healthier, you can try the savory-sweet mango slaw (and it’s vegan).
For dessert the team is offering “huesitos” Spanish for little bones, based on the TexMex sopapilla, a pillowy soft pastry dredged in cinnamon sugar and drizzled with honey.
An entire meal there will cost you less than $250 pesos, and you’ll find the service “fast casual.” You’ll order at the counter and pick up your order when it’s ready. There is limited seating inside the restaurant (16 seats), with carryout and delivery available through popular apps. And the team also offers catering services for events and parties.
Future growth plans include securing a larger space, adding beer and margaritas, and expanding the menu.
The restaurant is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and closed on Mondays (though that could change so be sure to check their social media before you go).
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