A Fan-Favorite Footlong

Glenwood has a dedicated fan base for a reason – the hot dogs are top-notch.

The next stop on the Great Connecticut Hot Dog Tour was Glenwood Drive-In, an old school joint in Hamden serving their famous foot long hot dogs for over 65 years. In 1955, the Stone family opened up a classic drive-in restaurant, and it's been growing a loyal following ever since. One guy stopped me after his lunch to let me know this is "the best hot dog in the state," in no uncertain terms.

Glenwood Drive-In is an old school joint in Hamden serving their famous foot long hot dogs for over 65 years.

The menu offers burgers, sandwiches, and seafood, but I obviously opted for the famous foot long – my first foot long of the Tour! I got a nacho chili cheese dog on a toasted bun. If you've been following along, you'll know I am particular about my chili: I generally like the no-beans hot dog chili, but this one wasn't too heavy on the beans and it was delicious. You also can’t go wrong with a side of their crinkle cut fries.

I obviously opted for the famous foot long – my first foot long of the Tour!

Glenwood has a dedicated fan base for a reason – the hot dogs are top-notch. Be sure to stop by the next time you’re driving down Whitney Ave in Hamden. 10/10