Pallookaville Fine Foods, Avondale Estates

What do you get when you cross a soda fountain with a Jewish deli, greasy spoon diner, and a hot dog stand? You get the culinary genius that is Pallookaville Fine Foods. The unique spot borrows some of its famous elements from the old-timey eateries of yesteryear, but brings a few upgrades, such as locally-sourced meats and vegetarian- and vegan-friendly options. The made-to-order corndogs are a house specialty and are customized with your choice of sausage—an all-beef frank, perhaps, or a Polish kielbasa—as well as a choice of traditional, pepper, or cheese batter. Those looking for a snack that's not on a stick will find plenty of rib-sticking options like green chili bowls, reuben sandwiches, short rib and brisket burgers, and dress-your-own spuds baskets. But whatever you choose, your selection is best washed down by one of Pallookaville's custom syrup sodas or milkshakes, the latter of which come in flavors like cinnamon toast crunch and banana choco nut.