upper waypoint

Oakland's Hot Dog Wars: Caspers Versus Kasper's

Save ArticleSave Article
Failed to save article

Please try again

There are two types of people in Oakland: There are Caspers hot dog people and then there are Kasper’s hot dog people. These two competing hot dog chains with the same name have been providing Oaklanders with juicy excellence since the 1930s. But what’s the story? Are they related? Are they frenemies? And, most importantly, which one makes the better hot dog? No Crumbs’ host Josh Decolongon explores the history behind these two beloved Oakland chain restaurants before sitting down for a blind taste test to find out once and for all which hot dog reigns supreme.

About No Crumbs:

In KQED’s vertical video series No Crumbs, host Josh Decolongon is a foodie field reporter, uncovering histories and celebrating the culture behind the Bay Area’s exciting and diverse culinary landscape. No Crumbs will inspire new perspectives on the Bay Area food scene you thought you knew.

Subscribe to KQED Food’s YouTube channel and follow us on social.

Sponsored

lower waypoint
next waypoint
This Fiery Hot Sauce Uses a Pepper Lost To HistoryFood Labeling: How to Identify Conventional, Organic and GMO ProduceSpringtime Delight: Rhubarb Puff-Tart PocketsCheck, Please: How to Pay without looking like a fool or making everyone uncomfortable.5 Cannabis Beverages to Keep You High-DratedThe Real-Life San Francisco Diner That Inspired Bob's BurgersEnding It All: How to Finish Your DinnerBay Area Bites Guide to 8 Great Places to Buy Fresh FishJosey Baker Bread: Baking for Bros, with Gluten-Free Adventure Bread Recipe