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Sonic's favorite, a jumbo frank slathered with spicy chili.


— Description, Sonic Unleashed (Xbox 360/PlayStation 3)

The chili dog (チリドッグ chiri doggu?), also formatted chilidog,[1] is an object that appears in the Sonic the Hedgehog series. It is a food product consumed on earth and in other worlds, which is made and sold by several parties. It is perhaps best known as the favorite food of Sonic the Hedgehog.[1]

Description[]

As the name suggests, the chili dog is a generic name for a jumbo frank served in a bun and topped with some sort of meat sauce with chopped onions and a spicy substance known as chili,[2] although some recipes might not contain any spice. Sometimes, they are served with other toppings, such as shredded cheese or jalapeños.[1] Apparently, chili dogs are also present in various cultures across earth, each of which has a different take on them.[3]

Game appearances[]

Sonic Advance 3[]

While the chili dog did not make an actual appearance in Sonic Advance 3, the Japanese strategy guide mentions that Sonic loves chili dogs.[4][5]

Sonic Unleashed[]

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Sonic with a chili dog and Chip with a hamburger, from Sonic Unleashed.

In the Xbox 360/PlayStation 3 version and Wii/PlayStation 2 version of Sonic Unleashed, chili dogs appear as additional content. In this game, it is mentioned that Sonic loves chili dogs and that they are his favorite food.[2][6]

In gameplay in the Xbox 360/PlayStation 3 version of Sonic Unleashed, the chili dog is an edible item that can be purchased from every Shop besides the Eggshop for fifty Rings, except for Traveling Salesman Wentos who sells them for either twenty, fifty or one hundred Rings at random. Chili dogs can be given to Chip (who finds them too spicy for his personal tastes despite deeming them good) to contribute to the "BFF's" or to Sonic for the "Hungry Hungry Hedgehog" Achievements/Trophies. When consumed by Sonic, the chili dog will give him thirty EXP.

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A Don Fachio stand in Holoska, from the Xbox 360/PlayStation 3 version of Sonic Unleashed.

The Xbox 360/PlayStation 3 version also features an additional number of chili dog variants. In Eggmanland, the Eggshop sells a black chili dog named the Egg Dog, which neither Chip nor Sonic find appetizing. In each Town Stage, there is also a Don Fachio hotdog stand which offers a number of missions. Clearing these missions awards Sonic with a special chili dog unique to its location, which is made by the local Hot Dog Vendor. These chili dogs give Sonic extra EXP when consumed. In addition, there are several Achievements/Trophies in the game featuring the chili dogs:

Name Badge Description
Exotic Toppings ExoticToppingsy Cleared all hot dog stand missions in Mazuri.
Fried Clam Roll FriedClamRollji Cleared all hot dog stand missions in Adabat.
Gyro with Relish GyroWithRelishy Cleared all hot dog stand missions in Apotos.
Hard Boiled HardBoiled Cleared all hot dog stand missions in Eggmanland.
Iced Hotdog IcedHotdog Cleared all hot dog stand missions in Holoska.
Kebab on a Bun KebabOnABun Cleared all hot dog stand missions in Shamar.
Ketchup and Mustard KetchupAndMustard Cleared all hot dog stand missions in Empire City.
Pig in a Blanket TROP032 Cleared all hot dog stand missions in Spagonia.
Sausage Fried Rice TROP034 Cleared all hot dog stand missions in Chun-nan.

Sonic and the Black Knight[]

Chili Dog and the Black Knight

Sonic with two chili dogs, from Sonic and the Black Knight.

Sonic's favorite, complete with jalapeños.


— Description, Sonic and the Black Knight[1]

In Sonic and the Black Knight, Sonic was enjoying two chili dogs just before Merlina the Wizard summoned him to the world of Camelot. After falling into Merlina's world, Sonic barely caught them both before they could hit the ground. He then ate one and licked his fingers, before defeating the surrounding Knights of the Underworld while throwing his last chili dog high into the air and catching it after the short work. As Merlina teleported them away from King Arthur, though, Sonic's last chili dog hit the ground and got blown away, much to his severe dismay.

The chili dog (formatted chilidog[1] (チリドック chiri dokku?) in this title) is one of the collectibles in the game. Its profile describes it as "Sonic's favorite, complete with jalapeños."[1] In gameplay, the player can collect the chili dog during different Missions in certain areas. For them to obtain it, the player must use the ID points earned from completing the Mission where the chili dog was picked up to identify it on the identification screen.

Stats[]

No. 157
ID Point Price 4
Rarity Level ★★☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆
Item Type Food
Location Camelot Castle

Sonic Generations[]

Birthday chili dog

Sonic's birthday chili dog, from the console/PC version of Sonic Generations.

In the console/PC version of Sonic Generations, chili dogs were served at Sonic's birthday party. Sonic himself was given a chili dog adorned with a bow from Tails as a present. Right after taking his first bite, however, Sonic's chili dog was blown away by the Time Eater. After the latter's defeat, time was reset to the moment when Sonic lost his chili dog, allowing him to snatch it out of the air and finish it while it was still fresh, or according to Sonic, "Still warm. Heh, time travel."

In the Nintendo 3DS version of the game, Sonic spots the same chili dog on the table after arriving at his birthday party early, assuming it is meant for him. However, Tails tells him he cannot eat it until everyone arrives, much to his mild annoyance.

Sonic Forces[]

In Sonic Forces, chili dogs are briefly mentioned after Sonic beats Zavok's Phantom Copy, where he taunts the felled Zeti copy to "bring some chili dogs next time."[7]

In Episode Shadow, Rouge the Bat makes a small reference to chili dogs when describing Shadow and Omega's similarities, saying that the two "go together like chili and hot dogs".[8]

Team Sonic Racing[]

In Team Sonic Racing, Sonic mentions wanting to have a chili dog when he, Tails and Knuckles considered joining Amy's picnic.

Sonic Frontiers[]

In Sonic Frontiers, chili dogs are namely mentioned in the Fish-o-pedia description for the red can.[9]

Sonic Superstars[]

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Sonic with a chili dog in his hand, from Sonic Superstars.

In Sonic Superstars, the chili dog makes a brief appearance, being part of an animation that has a small chance to play when Sonic is running at top speed.

Other game appearances[]

Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood[]

In Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood, at the end of the end credits, Sonic suggests going out for chili dogs to Tails, who happily agrees.

Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing[]

In Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing, it is stated under Sonic's profile that he likes chili dogs.

Sonic Runners[]

In Sonic Runners, during the game's story mode, Sonic found a chili dog and suggested making it a replacement gift for a Master Emerald fragment that a Picky had found and wanted to to give to his mother. Omochao, however, told him that a chili dog would not be a good birthday gift for the Animal's mother, much to the hedgehog's surprise.

Sonic Speed Simulator[]

In Sonic Speed Simulator, chili dogs are objects that spawn periodically in different worlds during the "Beach Party Event" and must be collected in order to unlock Beach Chao, Chef Amy, and Summer Sonic in the game. Notably, the chili dogs always spawn in set places. When a chili dog has been found, the player can touch it in order to collect it. When collected, a gauge will then appear on the left side of the HUD that shows how many chili dogs the player has left to collect before unlocking a character. The amount of chili dogs needed to unlock each character are as follows:

  • 1x Beach Chao: 100/500
  • 3x Beach Chao: 1,000
  • Chef Amy: 3,000
  • Summer Sonic: 7,500

If the player collects the required amount of chili dogs for each character, they will not spawn anymore. However, players who do not have the required amount still have a chance to collect them.

In other media[]

Animation[]

Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog[]

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A chili dog, from Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog.

In the Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog television series, chili dogs are a prominent food product served on Mobius. This cartoon was the first piece of media to establish them as Sonic's favorite food, and throughout its run, he and Tails were seldom seen eating anything else.

Sonic the Hedgehog (TV series)[]

Main article: Chili dog (SatAM)
Chili dog SatAM

A chili dog in the Sonic the Hedgehog television series.

In the Sonic the Hedgehog television series, chili dogs are prominently featured as Sonic the Hedgehog's favorite food. It is also one of the few foods being served in Robotropolis.

Sonic Underground[]

Chili dog Underground

Chili dogs in Sonic Underground.

In Sonic Underground, chili dogs are prominently featured as Sonic the Hedgehog's favorite food, due to being raised by middle-class parents. Sonia the Hedgehog is also known to eat chili dogs, but these are made with tofu.

Sonic Boom[]

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Chili dogs in an episode of Sonic Boom.

In the Sonic Boom television series, chili dogs are a recurring fast food item eaten by many characters, especially Sonic the Hedgehog, whom they are once again the favorite food of. They are also frequently served at Meh Burger.

Sonic Mania Adventures[]

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Tails choking on a chili dog, from Sonic Mania Adventures.

In Sonic Mania Adventures, Sonic, Tails, Mighty and Ray had some chili dogs after finishing their latest adventure. During their celebration picnic dinner party, Tails unintentionally manages to choke a bit on one single piece of his chili dog.

Sonic Prime[]

In the Sonic Prime television series, chili dogs are once again the favorite food of Sonic the Hedgehog, and are stated to be among his favorite aspects of his homeland, Green Hill. Variants of the dish can be found across the Shatterverse, such as the Sea Dogs in No Place.

Books and comics[]

Sonic the Comic[]

Chili dog STC

Sonic with a chili dog in Sonic the Comic. Art by Andy Pritchett.

In the Sonic the Comic series published by Fleetway Editions, chili dogs are said to be one of Sonic the Hedgehog's favorite foods. When the global power blackout hit Mobius, chili dog production was put on hold until they could be restored to the market.

Archie Comics[]

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A chili dog in the Archie Comics.

In Sonic the Hedgehog comic series and its spin-offs published by Archie Comics, chili dogs were a food product on Mobius. In his spare time, Sir Charles Hedgehog would run a small restaurant called Chuck's Chili Dogs. Sonic the Hedgehog would also become a vivid fan of chili dogs, often eating them for snacks and main meals.

Following the Super Genesis Wave, chili dogs remained as Sonic's favorite food.

IDW Publishing[]

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Sonic imagining a chili dog, from Sonic the Hedgehog 30th Anniversary Special.

In the Sonic the Hedgehog comic series and its spin-offs published by IDW Publishing, Tangle the Lemur and Jewel the Beetle ordered two chili dogs to go from Ron in Spiral Hill Village, after Tangle crashed into his chili dog cart. They then took them with them to the Mineral Museum to eat them there.[10] After working with Tails and Belle on trying to reform Badniks, Sonic mentioned wanting to grab lunch; specifically tacos. Tails jokingly asks if Sonic is okay, considered he mentioned eating tacos, and not chili dogs. Sonic replied that he likes to things other than chili dogs, before stating that he will have a chili dog for dessert.[11]

Films[]

Paramount[]

Main article: Chili dog (Paramount)
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Chili dogs, from Sonic the Hedgehog (film).

In the Sonic the Hedgehog film series produced by Paramount Pictures and its spin-offs, chili dogs are a dish served on Earth. Sonic would first try one in the Piston Pit while running in bullet time. It would since become Sonic's preferred choice of food, although it would give him cases of flatulence.

Merchandise[]

Tomy Ultimate Classic Sonic figure chili dog

Ultimate Classic Sonic figure with a chili dog.

A chili dog accessory came with the Ultimate Classic Sonic action figure made by Tomy in 2018. After the premiere of "Metal Mayhem", a T-shirt of Tails with a chili dog was available to purchase from Sega Shop. In 2021, Jakks Pacific released a 2.5" scaled Classic Sonic action figure holding a Chili Dog as part of the fifth wave of their 2.5" line.

Trivia[]

  • Even before the Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog television series, the earliest canon reference to Sonic's enjoyment of hot dogs (rather than the more specific chili dogs) was in Sonic the Comic #5, where Sonic is having three hundred hot dogs as a part of his breakfast. In the years since, the chili dog has been established as Sonic's favorite food in just about every Sonic-related media, eventually making its way into the games' canon as well. This makes the chili dogs an interesting (and somewhat rare) example of a staple from the comics and cartoons "bleeding" into the main series games.
  • Takashi Iizuka has no idea of how Sonic discovered chili dogs.[12]
  • In the Sonic the Hedgehog Play-a-Sound book, the plot is that Sonic is racing Robotnik in a scavenger hunt to win 6,000,000 Mobiums, which he says he will donate to charity. In the end, he wins the money and spends it all on chili dogs instead.
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A hot dog served to Sonic, from "How to Catch a Hedgehog".

  • Sonic X is the only show to date where chili dogs do not make an appearance. However, a hot dog does make a small appearance in "How to Catch a Hedgehog", which was served to Sonic by Amy while he was stuck running in a giant hamster wheel.
  • A commercial for Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games features an alternate ending where Sonic apparently ordered a chili dog.[13]
  • During the 2012 Tokyo Joypolis re-opening, Sonic promoted chili dogs when he served food at the mega-arcade with the cost of 300 yen.[14]
  • According to Sonic, Mr. Munch-Um's makes the best chili dogs on the planet.[15]
  • Despite never having been seen eat a Chili Dog, Tails Nine is the only character in any form of Sonic the Hedgehog media who has verbally stated that he 'hates Chili Dogs'', though he may have been simply saying this to insult Sonic.

References[]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Sonic Team (March 13, 2009). Sonic and the Black Knight. Wii. Sega. Area/Level: Treasury. "Chilidog - Sonic's favorite, complete with jalapeños."
  2. 2.0 2.1 Sonic Team (December 9, 2008). Sonic Unleashed. PlayStation 3. Sega. Area/Level: Empire City. "Chili dog - Sonic's favorite, a jumbo frank slathered with spicy chili."
  3. TailsTube #1 (feat. Sonic). YouTube. Sonic the Hedgehog (March 24, 2022). Retrieved on March 24, 2022.
  4. The Great Sonic Continuity Debate. Saturday Morning Sonic. Retrieved on May 12, 2015.
  5. (in Japanese) ソニックアドバンス3最強攻略ガイド. Shogakukan. August 2004. ISBN 978-4-09-106173-7.
  6. Sonic Unleashed (Xbox 360) United States instruction booklet, pg. 11.
  7. Sonic Team (November 7, 2017). Sonic Forces. Nintendo Switch. Sega. Area/Level: Death Egg. Boss: Vs. Zavok. "Zavok: No! How could I lose to the likes of you again?! / Sonic: That was a blast. Bring some chili dogs next time."
  8. Sonic Team (November 7, 2017). Sonic Forces. Nintendo Switch. Sega. Area/Level: Enemy Territory. "Rouge: Heh, Omega said the same thing. You two go together like chili and hot dogs!"
  9. Sonic Team (November 8, 2022). Sonic Frontiers. Xbox Series X/S. Sega. Area/level: Fish-o-pedia menu. "Red can: An empty red can. Perhaps it contained some chili con carne for chili dogs."
  10. Sonic the Hedgehog: Tangle & Whisper #0, "Tangle & Whisper Exclusive Preview!"
  11. Sonic the Hedgehog #49, "Wound Up"
  12. Sonic Frontiers: 123 Rapid-Fire Questions With Takashi Iizuka. YouTube. Game Informer (July 12, 2022). Retrieved on July 13, 2022.
  13. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzNcixxdnZs&t=26s
  14. Sonic a Spokesman for Chili Dogs in Japan. TSSZ News (July 13, 2012). Archived from the original on July 16, 2012. Retrieved on May 12, 2015.
  15. Sonic the Hedgehog 30th Anniversary Special, "Sonic Learns to Drive"
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