Paul's Place-- Rocky Point, NC-- Part 2

Times were tough in the Great depression, but even rougher during World War II when meat was rationed, causing problems with Paul's chili used on hot dogs. Beverly Paul, A.A. Paul's son, began experimenting with different ingredients and spices to come up with a "mock chili without meat."

The result was a huge success and the popularity of Beverly Paul's hotdogs with special sauce continued to grow until he became known as "The Hot Dog King." It continues to today with third generation David and Beverly Paul who still run the family business.

One or the other is there most days.

They serve other items like blts, ham and cheese sandwiches, slaw dogs (I've got to try one of those one of these days) country ham and breakfast sandwiches. However, i have never ordered anything else but the hot dog, especially since I don't get by there too often these days.

The hot dog meat is just so-so, but when served on a steamed bun with the sauce, well, welcome to hot dog nirvana. You can get the three dog and pop drink for around $5.

As Sheriff Taylor Would Say, "G-o-o-o-o-d!!" --RoadDog