The Shake-N-Dog - Carolina Country

The Shake-N-Dog

Finest Hot Dog

By Leah Chester-Davis

The Shake-N-Dog

Revival Creatives

209 N. Main Street, Lenoir  |  828-572-4877  |  theshakendog.com


Hot dogs evoke images of a fun time, like a day at the ballpark or a festive summer cookout with friends and family. Every day is a fun time at The Shake-N-Dog in Lenoir! For owners Darin and Melissa McKinney, The Shake-N-Dog is all about offering a place for folks to enjoy friends and family with good food without spending a fortune. The family-friendly atmosphere has an old diner-type vibe, typically playing music from the '50s and '60s. They specialize in gourmet hot dogs with a wide variety of toppings. Customer favorites include the Chicago, Arizona, and Maple Bacon Dog and there are plenty of other options. Dollar Tuesdays by design are most affordable for those needing to watch their budgets. Enjoy $1.39 dogs with traditional toppings such as mustard, ketchup, chili, onions, slaw, sauerkraut and relish. Dine inside or take your meal outside to the public dining area on the downtown square, a popular spot where you can often enjoy events and festivals. 


What a great place that serves our community of Lenoir! Families can go out for a meal and not break the bank. The customer service is wonderful, and you are treated like family.”

Sandra Lassen, West Jefferson, a member of Blue Ridge Energy

About the Author

Carolina Country Contributing Editor Leah Chester-Davis loves to explore North Carolina. Her business, Chester-Davis Communications (chester-davis.com), specializes in food, farm, gardening and lifestyle brands and organizations.

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