Washington Nationals fans horrified and intrigued by viral fries made out of hotdogs

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The Washington Nationals are getting a lot of attention from food lovers thanks to their new ballpark snack: hotdog fries! Fans are buzzing about this unique menu item they can enjoy during games.

Forget regular fries! These are actually fries made from hotdogs, and they’re becoming a huge hit online.

These unique fries, first introduced on May 15th, are made from crispy, fried hot dog pieces and served with a creamy chipotle ranch dipping sauce.

The fries come in a cup or a fun baseball helmet container, and there are so many, they could be a meal on their own.

Celebrating Hot Dog Day at Nationals Park today with a unique treat: Hot Dog Fries! These are crispy, shoestring-cut hot dogs served with chipotle ranch for $20. (Via Levy Restaurants)

— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) May 15, 2026

The hats are also sold at a price reflecting their premium status, costing $20 each at Nationals Park. The cost has become a popular topic of discussion among baseball fans, with opinions divided – some think it’s a fair price, while others question whether it’s worth the money.

Washington Nationals spark viral debate with hotdog fries

But many people are focused on the reasons behind this, with one X user commenting, “I’m already feeling stressed about it.”

“Straight into the arteries. As intense as a bunt hit and run in extras,” another joked.

“Disgusting. Would try. But also disgusting. But I really want to try it,” another said.

Disgusting.

Would try.

But also disgusting.

But I really want to try it.

— cactus2jack (@cactus2jack2) May 15, 2026

We’ve definitely seen more unusual food and drink tie-ins with sports recently. For example, Miller Lite made a soccer ball big enough to hold a 12-pack of beer for the FIFA World Cup last May.

In April, the Toronto Blue Jays created a buzz with their unique fries – topped with blue mayonnaise and cotton candy – available for $12. Meanwhile, the Colorado Rockies offered a massive two-foot-long hot dog called the ‘Glizzila,’ complete with a generous helping of mac and cheese.

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2026-05-16 00:48