JUNE 2022 - NEWS FROM - DOGGIE DINER Hello Everyone! The past few months have gone by so very fast. Wintertime is now behind us and everyone is looking forward to Summer. I would like to call it perfect hot dog eating weather! It is now time to be thinking of outdoor activities such as sports! Doggie Diner company was a huge fan and supporter of sports teams. In this newsletter are several historical photos of Doggie Diner teams in the 1960s. Unfortunately, I recently had some health issues. My routine check-up visit to the hospital ended up being rushed to the Emergency Room. I went from a person with bulletproof health to someone who is very mortal. With lights flashing and alarms going off, I realized this was no television show, but me in real jeopardy. After a barrage of medical tests, procedures, and trials of various medications, I am doing okay. But, I need to slow down, generate less stress, and take time to relax. For over 15 years, Doggie Diner has been my second job and 100% passion. However, this is a project of "choice". At this time, it is best for me to step away from active duty running Doggie Diner company. My incredible business partner believes in Doggie Diner as much as I do. He has graciously offered to take over my responsibilities. Due to this, I can leave the company knowing it is in good hands. I will not be far away. I love the Doggie too much!

Recently received messages... After all these years my husband and I still remember those wonderful pastrami sandwiches, that no one has ever been able to duplicate. Back in the day before we met, we both used to grab a bite at Doggie Diner, here in Emeryville, me at the Hayward location. After we married we had no time or money to go to Doggie Diner. But over the years we have shared wonderful memories of those days with friends. Carefree living and great pastrami sandwiches at the Doggie Diner. Please come back! We have lots of time and money now after 58 years of marriage. And would love to share pastrami sandwiches together at a Doggie Diner again. Alyce San Francisco Bay Area I ended up moving out of San Francisco in my 20s with my military husband and family and settled on the East Coast, (Gloucester County, Virginia). My most vivid memories of visiting Doggie Diner were with my father on the weekends. We lived in the Sunset District, so your establishment on Sloat Blvd. was our go-to-location. There is where I learned that (A) Y'all had the best chili, and (B) The way to order mine was without beans, but with "extra O". That was my father's way of asking for a garnish of diced onions on top. Your staff knew exactly what he meant, and they never failed to make him happy. And me, as well. Chili without beans but with extra O is the only way I've eaten chili all my life. Just wanted to give you a warm laugh, and let you know that Doggie Diner is so very deeply missed in my heart. Veronica St. Anne, Class of 197x St. John's Ursuline High, Class of 198x Proud City College of San Francisco dropout Was there a Doggie Diner in El Cerrrito, California? My dad took my sisters and I to Doggie Diner on our Sunday drives in the 1950's. Great times and memories! Paul H.

Ever wonder about Hot Dogs' Top Toppings???? Mustard and ketchup are crowd-pleasing crowning glory, but there are lots of other favorites!

68% Mustard 61% Ketchup 61% Onions 41% Relish 30% Chili 29% Cheese Mustard and ketchup are favorite toppings everywhere, but other favorites vary, depending on where you are. WEST 44% Relish 19% Bacon 26% Mayo SOUTH 48% Onions 35% Cheese 18% Coleslaw 39% Chili NORTHEAST 31% Sauerkraut

Preliminary Drawing Finished Drawing

Blast from the Past!

Everyone knows about Doggie Head! But do you know Doggie Head Jr.? The following photos are of a very rare original Doggie Head Jr. If I am correct, these were used as advertising mascots and were mounted on top of company delivery vehicles. Photos are courtesy of Bruce Kennedy

Do you have a favorite hot dog recipe? Please share it with us!  Doggie Diner recommends: MILLER'S BRAND HOT DOGS

Bacon Mac 'N Cheese Hot Dog!

INGREDIENTS 4 hot dog wieners 4 hot dog or sausage buns 8 rashers bacon, cooked 1 cup macaroni and cheese, warmed 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese 1 cup creamy coleslaw, for garnish PROCEDURE Prepare the hot dogs: Preheat grill to 500° degrees. Using a paring knife, cut small slits along the length of the wieners, marking every half-inch and going about halfway deep. Transfer the wieners onto the hot grill and cook for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure they're uniformly cooked. Open buns on a work surface and line each side with a rasher of bacon. Add a helping of macaroni and cheese onto each, spreading it across. Place one cooked wiener onto each bun. Sprinkle with cheese. Place prepared hot dogs into an oven-safe casserole or rectangular banking pan. Transfer to preheated oven 250 degrees and bake for 10-15 minutes or until cheese has melted and bun is toasted. Garnish with a generous helping of coleslaw, distributing it across the hot dog. Serve immediately. (for more information visit Weekend at the Cottage)

Two Doggie Heads waiting for happy people to entertain once again!

Snapshot of History Two unpublished photos of Doggie Diner (Courtesy of Bruce and Carol Feldman)

Doggie Diner location on Webster Street Notice - there are no doors and no locks. There was no method to secure the building. It was open 24 hours a day. Times have changed, this could not exist today.

The following is an original hand-drawn Doggie Diner advertising sign from Harold Bachman. Courtesy of Dr. Richard Bachman (his son) Harold was the "designer" of the beloved Doggie Head character See his photo below

Baseball & Doggie Diner What a perfect pair!

It's nice to see the DD coming back. Growing up in Oakland, we always considered it an Oakland institution. Both my brothers, Greg and Paige, played on the DD baseball teams from around 1958 through the middle sixties. Games were played all over Oakland and Alameda baseball fields. Exposition Fields 1&2 and Arroyo Viejo Field, Krusi Park, Lincoln Park, Bushrod Rec. Field and Golden Gate Rec. Field to name a few. DD's arch-nemeses were Quick Way and Babs Milk sponsored teams. Al Ross's son, Bobby Ross, played on the team and was a frequent guest at our house. After the baseball season was over, the Ross's invited the team and their families for a barbecue and a swim at their home in Oakland. Ironically their home was not far from a Kaspers Hot Dog Restaurant, another Oakland institution. In closing, let's see if we can't get some memorabilia with the Oakland brand on it. Oakland was a big part of the DD legacy, not so much SF. The above photos are examples of the Doggie Diner team uniforms and players of the 1960s. The Red & White uniforms are from 1960 and the Blue & White are from 1963. Notables in photos are Bobby Ross, son of the Doggie Diner owner Al Ross and long-time Assistant Coach Phil Denoncourt. The team played in the Oakland Babe Ruth League. Photos are courtesy of Todd & Mindy Cabral. A big thank you! Todd, I agree. Doggie Diner was founded in Oakland in 1948 and its heart was always located there. Perhaps the reason San Francisco has embraced DD so much was that it had the most locations?

Restaurant Design Concept for Doggie Diner I am very honored to have this concept design for a Doggie Diner location done by the world-famous, former top Disney Imagineer and themed designer - D. Carson. He is currently designing the brand new Universal Studios Amusement Park called Epic Universe in Florida

Are you ready to show your Doggie Diner pride with a TATTOO?

Hey Kip I really enjoyed your Doggie Diner update email. - I did this tattoo on a friend a few months back. they recently got your most recent email update and were like... you gotta send in your tattoo! So here it is! Gracie CT East Bay Tattoo, 514 E 18th Street Oakland, CA 94606 (get your Doggie tattoo) Hey Gracie, Super thanks for sharing with everyone!

Heard about it on the street - In this case, it was "under" the street!

Hi! I am a plumber in SF. Last week I found an original Doggie Diner cup buried underneath the sidewalk on Arguello Blvd. Pictures included! I'm a huge Doggie Diner fan. Can't wait to see more merchandise for sale! Courtesy of C. Stynes. Thank you for taking the time to share your story with everyone!

Some Words of Wisdom... The purpose of life is a life of purpose The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra Love is not about who you can see spending your future with, it's about who you can't see spending your life without

ZIPPY THE PINHEAD zippythepinhead.com (visit for Zippy news, updates, and Zippy memorabilia) Reprinted with permission. Thank you, Bill!

Of course, our Doggie is well behaved! Here are a few dogs not sooooo good!  (We love all dogs)

Thank you for your interest and support of Doggie Diner. Stay tuned, we will keep you posted as news happens! COMMENTS * SUGGESTIONS * IDEAS * MEMORIES [email protected]