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EPISODE · Nov 19, 2025 · 13 MIN

Your favorite late night hot dog spot may need a permit

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Sometimes, a hot dog isn’t just a hot dog. King County Public Health says the number of unpermitted food carts is going up, with no signs of slowing down. Seattle Times Food Writer Jackie Varriano is here to tell us why. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.  Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sometimes, a hot dog isn’t just a hot dog. King County Public Health says the number of unpermitted food carts is going up, with no signs of slowing down. Seattle Times Food Writer Jackie Varriano is here to tell us why.

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