Thursday 16 October 2014

Hogwurst, Cathays, Cardiff gourmet hot dogs


Quality in quality out.

That’s why the hot dogs at newly opened Hogwurst in Cathays are so delicious.

Strangely, it’s a simple formula which so many others fail to follow.


Hogwurst take a top quality snappy, smokey frankfurter from legendary Gloucestershire charcutier Native Breeds (they also supply London’s mega-acclaimed Bubbledogs).

They combine it with a light, fluffy, sweet brioche bun from Roath’s own Allen’s Bakery.

And, unsurprisingly, they’re onto a winner.

I sampled two excellent dogs from their menu.


Firstly, the classic Hog Dog (£4.50) topped with finely diced red onion, a smattering of shredded iceberg, ketchup and mild mustard.


Secondly, the even tastier and also traditional Ze German (£4.50) topped with richness piercing sauerkraut, mustard, ketchup and crispy onions.


There are more exotic hot dogs on the menu – the Hogamama (£6.50) is topped with pulled pork and apple slaw whilst the Slum Dog is topped with curry sauce (£4.50). There are also plain or dirty fries (£1.50 - £4.50) if you’re not in the game for two hot dogs like me. Mrs G’s lab mates have sampled them and can vouch for their quality. 


In keeping with Hogwurst’s shabby chic cafĂ© vibe, they also serve coffees, teas and cakes.

For dessert I ordered a crisp and immensely gooey chocolate and hazelnut brownie (£1.50) topped with chopped pistachios and grated orange zest. 


It’s worth noting that Hogwurst allow you to bring your own booze – making for a bargainous meal out by all accounts.

Next time in fact I might take a note out of Bubbledog’s book and bring a bottle of champagne to wash my snags down with.

The details:

Address - Hogwurst, 56 North Road, Cathays, Cardiff CF10 3DZ
Twitter - @franklyzebest

Hogwurst on Urbanspoon

4 comments:

  1. Did this use to be the college house coffee shop? The food looks so good! Looks like I am have to venture up scary Colum road to check this out!

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    1. @Nina - Yes that's the one! It's definitely worth venturing up Colum Road. It's so, so, so good.

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  2. Hi

    Was wondering if you take invites to visit a place in cardiff?
    Thanks
    Adi

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    1. @Adi - Yes, sometimes. Where are you thinking? Ed

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