Buns and Brews, Columbus

With more than 10 gourmet hot dogs and a fully loaded bar, Buns & Brews aims to elevate classic backyard barbecue food. Diners can create their own dog, starting out with their choice of bun, including whole wheat, poppy seed, and the oversized Big Brutus. From there, they pick out a quarter-pound Angus dog or its turkey counterpart, then they start piling on toppings from a staggering list that includes everything from chili and cheese to baked beans and collard greens.

Folks looking to defer to the culinary prowess of Buns & Brews's chefs can opt for one of their specialty dogs. These run the gamut from a Chicago-style hot dog covered in pickles, tomato, and pepperoncini to the Jamaican Me Crazy, an edible pun topped with pulled jerk chicken and coleslaw.