The Cozy Dog Drive In is home to the original and unique “Cozy Dog,” a hot dog on a stick that is now found nationwide at numerous state and county fairs. The Cozy Dog Drive In uses a special recipe batter that was developed by Ed Waldmire, Jr. while he served in the military. After his honorable discharge, he went on to establish a business selling his “crusty curs,” as they were called at first. The name changed due to his wife’s distaste, and after much trial and error eventually ended up as “Cozy Dogs.” The current location on Route 66, which opened in 1996, is next door to the original 1949 location, and the business has been in the family since its inception.

2935 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62703, Phone: 217-525-1992

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