"Recreating the vaunted Chicago-style hot dog has been a challenge for New York City. Famously, Shake Shack offers a version that falls short. Now newly opened Rip’s Malt Shop in Greenwich Village has assembled a rendition ($8) that’s accurate in nearly every detail, being topped with a dill pickle spear, tomato, neon relish, celery salt, raw onion, sport peppers, and yellow mustard. What might be a flaw is actually a plus: a vegan frank that manages to taste good on its own. The chocolate malt, made with Van Leeuwen’s vegan ice cream and oat milk, is also worth sampling." - Eater Staff