One of the best parts of any baseball game is sinking your teeth into a classic ballpark hot dog—but at Segra Stadium, home of the Fayetteville Woodpeckers, they take the humble dog to a whole new level. With our first stop on our North Carolina minor league ballpark tour, we decided to dive into the local flavors, and let me tell you, these hot dogs did not disappoint.
As we explored the food options at Segra Stadium, we were pleasantly surprised by the variety beyond the typical fare. From burgers to BBQ, the choices were abundant, but our sights were set on Sgt Stubby’s Hot Dogs, where they offer more than just your standard dog. We were ready to upgrade our ballpark snack game.
I went bold with the Gourmet Mac & Cheese Dog, and wow—it was a decadent creation. Picture this: a juicy hot dog smothered in creamy mac & cheese, then topped with crispy bacon. It was the perfect blend of comfort food meets ballpark tradition.
Gayle opted for the Gourmet Carolina Dog, a nod to our Southern roots. Piled high with mustard, chili, slaw, and onions, this dog was a flavorful masterpiece. It had that perfect balance of tangy, savory, and a little bit of crunch.
In case you don’t recall from Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero a 2018 animated adventure film, Sergeant Stubby (1916 – March 16, 1926) a dog and the unofficial mascot of the 102nd Infantry Regiment which of course makes Sgt Stubby’s the perfect name for the hot dog joint at the stadium in Fayetteville NC the home of Fort Liberty, formerly Fort Bragg, a military installation of the US Army. It is one of the largest military installations in the world by population, with over 52,000 military personnel. Ft Liberty is home to the home of the Army’s XVIII Airborne Corps and is the headquarters of the United States Army Special Operations Command, which oversees the U.S. Army 1st Special Forces Command (Airborne) and 75th Ranger Regiment. It is also home to the U.S. Army Forces Command, U.S. Army Reserve Command, and Womack Army Medical Center.
Of course, we couldn’t stop at just the dogs. We grabbed some drinks and a bag of roasted peanuts to complete our meal. Because it’s not a baseball game without peanuts (you know the song).
As far as ballpark hot dogs go, these were a solid 8 out of 10. The variety and creativity of the toppings set them apart from the usual ketchup, mustard, and relish routine. Sgt Stubby’s nailed the art of taking a simple hot dog and transforming it into something special.
For our first minor league ballpark experience, Segra Stadium set the bar high. The food was fantastic, the atmosphere was electric, and the Woodpeckers’ win was the cherry on top. If the rest of our journey is anything like this, we’re in for one delicious summer!
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