Is a Hot Dog a Sandwich?

Hot dog, wiener, frankfurter—call it what you will, but some culinary experts insist it shouldn’t be called a sandwich. Despite being nestled in a bun like other sandwiches, the hot dog’s unique history and structure set it apart. Experts argue that a sandwich consists of two separate slices of bread, while a hot dog is more akin to a filled roll or a unique culinary creation in its own right. The debate rages on, with strong opinions on both sides, but one thing remains clear: the hot dog holds a special place in the hearts of American food lovers everywhere.

America has spoken, solving the age-old question of whether a hot dog is a sandwich. In a survey conducted by Cognito Forms, a premier online form builder, Americans nationwide have weighed in on whether a hot dog is considered a sandwich.

The verdict is that a hot dog isn’t a sandwich

A whopping 63% of survey participants agree a hot dog is its entity, despite its “between bread” similarity to the sandwich. The brand used its enterprise tool to sample eaters everywhere and whether frank debaters are team hotdog or team sandwich, glizzy-centered arguments are now supported by Cognito Forms’ stats.

Sourcing data to back barbeque debates and summertime cuisine quarrels only scratches the surface of Cognito Form’s ability. This fun, blood-pressure-inducing topic further proves the need for customizable solutions for the insights needed the most.

Over the years, several surveys have been conducted on whether hot dogs and hoagies are related, and the results have consistently shown that around 60% of people believe they are not. This majority opinion highlights a significant divide in how people perceive these two beloved food items. While both hot dogs and hoagies involve bread and filling, the differences in their preparation, presentation, and cultural significance seem to drive a clear distinction in the minds of many. The 40% who see a connection often point to the fundamental idea of a bread-encased meal, but the debate remains lively and far from settled.

“At Cognito Forms, we are passionate about customizable experiences for all. This fun survey was a wonderful way to kick off the summer, and while I may be surprised by the outcome, I am thrilled to see such a positive reaction to our solution,” said Jamie Thomas, CEO of Cognito Forms. “We are proud to offer businesses the ability to create forms and workflows that help to deepen insights and support informed business decisions, no matter how thought-provoking or challenging.”

This Independence Day, as Americans everywhere enjoy their “not sandwich,” Cognito Forms is cooking up tailor-made solutions for optimized workflows across the country, and even may be looking toward settling more culinary debates. After all, we still haven’t decided if pineapple belongs on pizza…

For many years, it was rumored that the name “hot dog” was coined in 1906 by a cartoonist who struggled with the spelling of “dachshunds.” According to the story, German vendors enthusiastically sold “hot dachshund sausages,” and cartoonist Tad Dorgan illustrated the scene with a drawing of a dachshund dog stuffed into a bun, topped with a drizzle of mustard. The cartoon supposedly featured the caption, “Get your hot dogs.” However, historians were unable to find any records of this cartoon, and eventually, the tale was considered nothing more than a clever rumor. The origin of the term “hot dog” remains a mystery, but it continues to be a beloved part of American food culture.

Over the years, several surveys have been conducted on whether hot dogs and hoagies are related, and the results have consistently shown that around 60% of people believe they are not. This majority opinion highlights a significant divide in how people perceive these two beloved food items. While both hot dogs and hoagies involve bread and filling, the differences in their preparation, presentation, and cultural significance seem to drive a clear distinction in the minds of many. The 40% who see a connection often point to the fundamental idea of a bread-encased meal, but the debate remains lively and far from settled.

Cognito Forms, the world’s most influential and comprehensive online form builder, empowers small business owners and partners to take control of their data and use it to craft custom solutions. In 2013, co-founders Jamie Thomas and Jennifer Dellacroce launched Cognito Forms to eliminate the need to hire a developer by providing a simple online form builder that anyone can use. As one of the fastest-growing, industry-leading SaaS companies, Cognito Forms has built up 2 million organizations and users to meet the challenges of an increasingly complex and demanding world.