Wienerschnitzel Introduces New Southern Bird Dogs
Wienerschnitzel, the world’s largest hot dog chain, is expanding its menu with the nationwide debut of Southern Bird Dogs—a creative fusion of Southern comfort food and the brand’s iconic hot dog format. Starting April 28, 2025, customers at over 300 locations across the U.S. can enjoy this new offering that combines crispy fried chicken tenders with flavorful toppings, all nestled in a hot dog bun.
A Southern Classic Reimagined
Inspired by a beloved South Carolina dish, Wienerschnitzel’s Southern Bird Dogs feature marinated chicken breast tenders coated in a signature crunchy breading. These tenders are then placed in a hot dog bun and topped with a variety of ingredients to create a unique and satisfying meal.
Flavorful Varieties
The Southern Bird Dogs come in three distinct flavors:
- Bacon Ranch: A chicken tender topped with diced bacon, two slices of tomato, and creamy ranch dressing.
- Buffalo Ranch: A chicken tender paired with two slices of tomato, ranch dressing, and zesty buffalo sauce.
- BBQ: A chicken tender complemented by grilled onions, a dill pickle spear, and smoky barbecue sauce.
These options provide a range of tastes, from the savory richness of bacon to the tangy kick of buffalo sauce and the classic appeal of barbecue.
Combos and Additional Offerings
In addition to the Southern Bird Dogs, Wienerschnitzel is offering chicken tenders as standalone items or in combo meals:
- Regular Combo: Includes two chicken tenders, regular fries, and a dipping sauce.
- Large Combo: Features four chicken tenders, large fries, and two dipping sauces.
These combos provide flexibility for customers seeking a more traditional meal or looking to sample the new chicken offerings.
A Strategic Menu Expansion
Doug Koegeboehn, Wienerschnitzel’s Chief Marketing Officer, explained the rationale behind introducing chicken to their menu:
“South Carolina is known for its Southern Bird Dogs. Since they are served in hot dog buns, we felt like this was the perfect way to introduce chicken at our restaurants. Once we tried them, we knew we had a winner.”
This move allows Wienerschnitzel to diversify its offerings while staying true to its brand identity centered around hot dogs.
Nutritional facts of newly added Wienerschnitzel menu items
Wienerschnitzel’s Bacon Ranch nutrition facts
Wienerschnitzel’s Bacon Ranch Chili Cheese Fries are available in two sizes, each with distinct nutritional profiles:
Regular Bacon Ranch Chili Cheese Fries
- Calories: 630
- Total Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sodium: 1,570mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 54g
- Dietary Fiber: 5g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 16g
Large Bacon Ranch Chili Cheese Fries
- Calories: 1,350
- Total Fat: 82g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 3,380mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 119g
- Dietary Fiber: 12g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 33g
Wienerschnitzel’s Buffalo Ranch nutrition facts
Wienerschnitzel’s Buffalo Bacon Chili Cheese Fries are a flavorful and indulgent menu item. Here’s the nutritional information for a regular serving:
- Calories: 880
- Total Fat: 60g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Sodium: Information not specified
- Protein: 23g
About Wienerschnitzel
Founded in 1961 by John Galardi in Wilmington, California, Wienerschnitzel has grown into the world’s largest hot dog chain, serving over 120 million hot dogs annually. The company operates nearly 350 restaurants across 10 states and is known for its commitment to quality and innovation in fast food.
With the introduction of Southern Bird Dogs, Wienerschnitzel continues to evolve its menu, offering customers new and exciting flavors while maintaining the comfort and familiarity that have defined the brand for decades.
For more information or to find a Wienerschnitzel location near you, visit www.wienerschnitzel.com.