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NewsTampa Bay TimesAugust 14, 2026Hillsborough County

Nah Dogs opens permanent vegan hot dog restaurant in St. Petersburg

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Owners Jenny and Jeff Howe have opened a brick-and-mortar location for their vegan hot dog business at 18 22nd St. in St. Petersburg’s Grand Central District. The 500-square-foot space offers indoor seating for 12, an outdoor patio, and a menu featuring vegan hot dogs, beer, wine, and slushies.

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Why It Matters

The opening provides a new permanent dining option for the local vegan community following the recent closure of other area plant-based restaurants.

Key Facts

  • Nah Dogs opened a permanent restaurant at 18 22nd St. in St. Petersburg.
  • The restaurant space is approximately 500 square feet.
  • Indoor seating is limited to 12 people.
  • The restaurant features an outdoor patio shared with neighboring businesses.
  • The menu consists entirely of vegan items, including hot dogs, beer, wine, and slushies.
  • Operating hours are Wednesday and Thursday (12-6 p.m.) and Friday and Saturday (12-8 p.m.).
  • Menu prices range from $7 to $9.
  • The business was previously a pop-up operation starting in 2019.

Who's Mentioned

OrganizationLoma Linda“Supplier of vegan hot dogs”PersonJeff Howe“Co-owner of Nah Dogs”OrganizationGood Intentions“Former restaurant owned by the Howes”OrganizationGolden Dinosaurs“Closed restaurant in Gulfport”location18 22nd St.“Address of the new restaurant”locationSt. Petersburg“City where the business is located”PersonJenny Howe“Co-owner of Nah Dogs”