Copycat Whistle Dog – A&W has been an institution in the US and Canada for countless of years. It has been a fast-food chain that I have enjoyed going to since I was a child.
Amber, our daughter has also enjoyed this restaurant but she is not a burger fan! Luckily A&W had more to offer than just burgers and one thing she loved was their Whistle Dogs.
She and Ken were flabbergasted when they went in to order her beloved hot dog and found out they no longer offer it. WHAAAAAAT????!!! How could this be???!! Ken and Amber came home disappointed and decided to make their own Copycat Whistle Dog!!
Crisp Bacon is the Key!!
There are just a few things A&W did to make this hot dog really good. They sliced it in half and grilled it that way. They kept the condiments to a minimum, relish, bacon, and cheese.
We added in the little bit of white onion as it adds so much to the hot dog but you can omit that. Plus, they toasted the bun. No ketchup or mustard on this dog!! This is how is arrived!! And man are they good!!
I believe the Whistle Dog was unique to the Canadian menu only. But now all of you can make this excellent treat for your family. It sure is loved here.
We cook up the bacon in the oven to a perfect crispness. Don’t know why we haven’t done that for years. It is the only way to cook it!! So little mess and you are free while it cooks too!!
Make this Tonight!!
This Whistle Dog would be great for lunch or dinner this summer or anytime. Cooking the hot dog is easy on the grill or stovetop on a flat iron grill or cast iron pan.
The toppings are easy but an excellent combination of flavors! Add some fries to the order and you feel like you are back at A&W!!
Try one of these delicious dogs today!! Even if it wasn’t part of your childhood memories you can make some memories now!! There is nothing better than a great hot dog. Your family will love you for this recipe!!
Copycat Whistle Dog
Ingredients
- Hot dogs all beef, sliced down the middle but not all the way through
- Hot dog bun toasted
- Cheddar Cheese grated
- Bacon cooked crisp
- Sweet Relish
- White onion finely chopped, optional
Instructions
- Heat up the bbq to medium and grill the hot dogs on both sides until nice grill marks appear. Toast the buns on the grill, open side down.
- Place one hot dog in each bun and fill the hot dog with cheese. Run it under a broiler to melt. Top with crisp bacon, relish, and onion if desired. Serve immediately.
Comments & Reviews
Carole Arnold says
My 1st job was at A&W Root beer. I had never seen that on our menu nor did I ever serve one!!
Sounds good, tho. Must be a regional thing!!
Tara Noland says
Canadian thing I believe, my daughter loved them.
Katrina says
I love fast food never been to A&W. I think I’d love to try their fast food! Nice share, I’m feeling like have one. Thanks for the share.
Agness of Run Agness Run says
I could easily make and eat this dish every day. It seems mouth-watering! What would you suggest trying at the A&W except for whistle dog??
Tara Noland says
I like their mama burger or the teenburger. Have grown up on those too!
Audrey McClelland says
Ahhh! That is amazing! Anytime you put bacon on anything, it automatically becomes the best food ever! I cannot wait to make these this weekend. So yummy!
Ra'Nesha says
Thanks for sharing I’ve decided your recipe is our plan for dinner tonight. I’m so excited.
Hali says
I’ve never heard of Whistle Dog before, but this looks very filling and flavorful. 🙂
Tatanisha Worthey says
Oh YUM!! I love a good loaded hot dog! I haven’t tried this one at A&W, but I guess I can try to make it! Thanks for the recipe!
Dawn Lopez says
I’ve never had a Whistle Dog before but I can definitely tell I would enjoy trying it. I love hot dogs and this one sounds delicious. I mean you can never go wrong when bacon is an ingredient…just saying… 😉
Kelly Stilwell says
I’ve never had one of these at A & W, but it looks so delicious! I love ALL the toppings, too, so I’ll have to try this recipe the next time we’re having hot dogs. YUM!
Liz Mays says
I don’t know if anyone in my family has tried the original but I bet they’d love this! This is an awesome summer idea for the grill!
liz Cleland says
I love the idea to dress up a easy to create dish that the whole family loves. Cant wait to try this out!
Amanda West says
I’ve never had a whistle dog before! But, it sounds like something I missed out on. This sounds delicious!
Kelly Hutchinson says
These look amazing! I have not eaten at White Castle in years! My husband would love this recipe!
Tara Noland says
Whoops, no it is A&W that had these hot dogs not White Castle. Don’t think we have those here in Canada.
Paul Nave says
Not White Castle…the recipe for the Whistle Dog is from A.& W. Root Beer restaurant. 🙄
Amy Desrosiers says
Ok, you have officially made me super hungry! I love a good dog that is loaded with toppings!
Sarah says
This recipe is everything! Seriously we are huge hot dog fans in our household and I have to try this recipe, like immediately or sooner. We just bought a brand of gourmet hot dogs tonight to try at the grocery store, so maybe I’ll have to cook these up for Friday night dinner.
Lisa B says
The A&W whistle dog has been a favorite of mine since I was a kid. I love finding copycat recipes to try of all my favorites. I’m excited to give this recipe a try on the weekend.
Jeanette says
I have never heard of the whistle dog! It looks delicious so I definitely need to try it. We have one night a week where we just eat whatever and I think this week we might just do this one.
Kristen @ My 3 Little Kittens says
I love A&W, but have never actually tried one of their hot dogs. This looks AMAZING Tara!!!
Colleen Lanin says
Ahh! This is the most amazing dog I’ve ever seen in my life. In. My. Life! I must have this in my life.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
That looks so good! Nothing beats a good dog. I’ve never had a Whistle Dog before, but that’s going to change.