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Papaya King

Pulitzer Prize-winning food critic Jonathan Gold reviews Papaya King, the New York hot dog stand that just opened in Hollywood...

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By Jonathan Gold (1960-2018) • Jul 15, 2011 • 3m Listen

Pulitzer Prize-winning food critic Jonathan Gold reviews Papaya King, the New York hot dog stand that just opened in Hollywood. He suggests ordering the hot dog, with onions or chili. They are also known for their papaya drink.

Papaya King

1645 Wilcox Ave.

Los Angeles, CA 90028

323-871-8799

All of Jonathan Gold's Restaurant suggestions are on the Good Food Restaurant Map.

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    Jonathan Gold (1960-2018)

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