Hate Mail!
Well, we asked folks to let us know if they spotted one of the Top Dog Billboards for Carneys. Apparently, hot dog lover, Vera saw one looming over Pink's and it made her hopping mad. Today, we got this wonderful poisoned pen letter from her... poisoned with inedible chili! (Sorry- Lack of paragraph breaks in copy)
Wow! You guys are brutal, biased and very off on your review. First of all, Carney’s made up their own billboard…what a joke! Anyone can create a billboard, pay the monthly fee and rate themselves #1. Carney’s must be hurting for business or they’re insecure…otherwise, why would they have their billboard advertisement installed just down the street from Pink’s, as if they really think this will deter Pink’s fans to drive from La Brea & Melrose to Carney’s. I don’t think Carney’s or any of the other “wanna be’s” can beat the number of hot dogs served…they only dream of serving over 2,000 hot dogs EVERY DAY, and over 3,000 hot dogs EVERY WEEKEND DAY (not counting the turkey, veggie dogs, hamburgers or chicken entrée’s they serve at Pink’s…FOR 68 YEARS! Pink’s doesn’t have to lower their reputation to the “steam level” that Carney’s does by rating themselves #1! They earn it the old fashioned way…longevity and success is due to great, meaty all-beef hot dogs made by Hoffy, locally, with the least amount of filler of any hot dog available in L.A…lean is the name and 100% beef with all natural casing (just call Hoffy and ask for yourself, they’ll tell you which hot dog stands and labels they make and who has the least filler with the best beef in their hot dog). The hot dogs at Pink’s have a snap, which when you bite into them, they produce a juicy flavor. As for the chili, they have been serving this chili since 1939 – what don’t you guys get that millions of other customers get, when you dine at Pink’s? And, since I am of Hispanic background, you DISGUST me with your mimic of the Latino cooks behind the counter speaking broken English. Those girls, and a few guys, work their tails off in very hot, small quarters and they never even write an order down…they just memorize your order. By the way, they some employees there that have worked at the stand for 9, 12 and 15 years. You ask those cooks how well they are treated by the family, they receive regular bonus, all of the tips, all proceeds from recycling bottles and cans and are very appreciative of the kind treatment by the Pink family..just ask them. Granted, a few times they leave something out, but if it is a complete screw up – they give you your money back or offer to make exactly what you wanted. Also, you failed to mention that on the menu are listed just a few (over 2,000 local and national charities) which Pink’s donates to EVERY YEAR! As for the creations that are featured, I happen to know for a fact, because I saw Martha Stewarts’ TV show which featured her visit to Pink’s, she created her hot dog with all of her favorite toppings, and so did Rosey and so has Huell. I have gone to stand in line to meet Huell when he comes to Pink’s and yes, HE ACTUALLY EATS and LOVES his creation (I’ve seen him eat it, more than two times). I personally have met Cuba Gooding Jr, Al Pacino, Matt Damon, Bill Cosby (he has Pink’s shipped to him when he is in Orange County for the fair and when he is in Lake Tahoe), Mark Anthony, members from the band Chicago, Aerosmith, Jay Leno, and so many other celebrities EATING THEIR FAVORITE HOT DOGS AT PINK’S – this is a real celebrity watching hot spot. You should visit pinkshollywood.com for a “taste” of this LA hot dog stand. In addition, if you would have read the menu, you would have known that their Chicago Dog is labeled Chicago Polish Dog, can’t you read? Why do you think so many television stations and magazines feature Pink’s, why do you think Pink’s is being served in Planet Hollywood – Las Vegas? You guys don’t know what you’re talking about! Thank you for the opportunity to write back. I’m a VERY LOYAL FAN, AS IS MY ENTIRE FAMILY of Pink’s Hot Dogs. I wish I had more time to continue this message with the accolades and praises from my family, co-workers, and thousands of other Pink’s aficionado’s have to say about this great, legendary, family-friendly and family owned restaurant. Good luck with your lousy reviews!
Vera
Your last name wouldn't happen to be Pink would it, Vera?
I'll make you a deal. You send us a video of you eating Pinks' infamous Huell Howser dog...
...and we will post it here on this site and present you with a crisp, new $20 bill! No cheating now! You have to eat it ALL in one sitting. Feel free to substitute the equally vile Martha Stuart Dog if you prefer.
Your pal
Steve Doggie-Dogg
Filmmaker, Joe Ravetz made a great little film for TurnHere.com on one of those eternal questions... Where to find the best Hot Dogs and Tacos in Los Angeles? He turned to the acknowledged experts on the subject, 
