Al's Drive In of Maywood inducted into the Vienna Beef Hot Dog Hall Of Fame
CHICAGO (CBS) -- A suburban hot dog stand that's been serving the community for nearly 50 years receives a big honor.
On Tuesday, Al's Drive In was inducted into the Vienna Beef Hot Dog Hall of Fame. The Maywood hot dog stand is right across from Proviso East High School on Madison.
The family has been serving up hot dogs, Italian beef and much more for 45 years. While they got the award for their food, the owner knows it's their relationship with the community that's kept them going.
"We sponsor Proviso East, every year, giving away thousands. And we take care of the city of Maywood," said Ratanavanich.
Al's Drive In also supports the community with scholarships. It's the 143rd member of the Vienna Beef Hot Dog Hall of Fame.
"Congratulations to family, staff, friends, and loyal customers of Al's Drive-In on being the newest member of The Vienna Beef Hot Dog Hall of Fame," said Timothy O'Brien, president of Vienna Beef. "We are grateful to be affiliated with restaurants like Al's Drive-In who show commitment to their customers as well as serve quality products."
Senior vice president of Vienna Beef, Bob Schwartz, presented Al's Drive In with the honor, which included a commemorative Vienna Beef Hot Dog Hall of Fame plaque, banner, pin, and Hall of Fame branded apparel at the event.