This Iconic Oregon Hot Dog-Focused Bar Is Almost 20 Years Old

Are you looking for a place to hang with friends, eat hot dogs, and have some drinks? You’ll love Zach’s Shack in Portland, Oregon. This dive bar and hot dog restaurant has been in business since 2004, and it’s been making Portlanders and area visitors very happy ever since.

Zach’s Shack serves incredible, unique, and creative hot dogs that will make your mouth water. On top of that, Zach’s Shack also makes great cocktails, serves great beers, and has an incredible vibe. This spot is so Portland, and once you visit once, you’ll want to spend all your time there in the future! Read on to learn more about it.

Zach's Shack may not look like much from the street, even though its bright exterior colors can and do catch your eye.

But, this place is a paradise for hot dog lovers. It's also perfect for people who enjoy a nice, cold, alcoholic beverage after a long (or short) day.

The hot dogs served at Zach's Shack are unique and interesting. There are so many from which to choose. For one example, you might like the Los Lobos Dog. It's a hot dog with cheddar cheese, salsa sour cream, jalapeños, and black olives.

Or perhaps you'd like to try the Carolina. It's smothered in yellow mustard, onions, chili, and coleslaw.

The Wing Dog has carrots, blue cheese, Sriracha, sour cream, and celery salt on top.

There are many fantastic hot dogs that are always on the menu at Zach's Shack, but there are also specials, like this one. The Cubano is topped with Swiss cheese, ham, brown mustard, and a pickle spear.

You'll never run out of glorious hot dogs to try at Zach's Shack, but you'll also need something to help wash them down. Fortunately, Zach's Shack is also a dive bar, so you'll have no problem getting a pint of beer.

Alternatively, you might try a glass of spiked apple cider.

Or you might have the enthusiastic bartenders make you a cocktail.

This is a wonderful place to relax and spend some time with your best buddies.

Sometimes, there's even live music on the back patio. You'll find games out there as well like table tennis and giant Connect Four, among others.

You're going to be so happy when you go to Zach's Shack.

You're going to want to try every single hot dog offered - every single time. Enjoy!

Did you even finish reading this or are you on your way to Zach’s Shack already?! Zach’s is open late so you can go anytime. Bring your friends and bring your appetite – you’re sure to have a good time.

If you’re still hungry and want to explore other iconic Portland foods and places, you might consider taking a Walking Food Tour with Secret Food Tours, too!

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