Using a pillowy bun as a barrier, hot dogs are safely protected from environmental hazards such as open manholes and greasy-handed schoolchildren. Enjoy snugly shielded franks and more with today's Groupon to Kernel Kustard in Winston-Salem. Choose between the following options:

• For $5, you get $10 worth of hot dogs, kustard, sandwiches, drinks, and more.
• For $15, you get $30 worth of fire-roasted, house-made popcorn in bags, tubes, or tins.

Kernel Kustard's Chicago-inspired menu provides a taste of the Windy City without having to hop a zephyr out to the Midwest. Chicago–style hot dogs ($3.19) can be served with or without the traditional "salad" on top, and Italian-beef sandwiches ($4.49) are simmered in seasoned beef au jus for the beefiest taste beef has to offer. Top off any meal with a serving of frozen kustard (regular, $2.29), ice cream's better-looking, younger brother, made fresh daily. You can also grab a handful of corn-kernel fireworks smothered in caramel (medium $6.89), cheddar (medium, $3.29), or butter and sea salt (medium, $2.29) to celebrate independence from Britain or losing your retainer.

Reviews

Six Yelpers give Kernel Kustard's Fox Trot Court location a four-star average, and 92% of more than 95 Urbanspooners recommend the Fourth Street location:

• The atmosphere is wonderful in BOTH LOCATIONS and I would dare someone to find better caramel corn. – Ginger, Urbanspoon
• This little spot is too cute. Loved the menu…Every little detail was carefully considered. – Cristina K., Yelp