Prices last updated: October 28, 2026
Round out a DQ meal with hot dogs, fries, onion rings or the Midwest-favorite cheese curds. Here are typical October 2026 prices and calories for every hot dog, side and dipping sauce at full-menu Dairy Queen restaurants.
Hot dog and side prices
| Item | Price | Combo | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Dog | $2.99 | $7.49 | 330 |
| Chili Cheese Dog | $3.49 | $7.99 | 420 |
| French Fries | Regular $2.99Large $3.79 | — | 280–450 |
| Onion Rings | Regular $3.49Large $4.49 | — | 290–450 |
| Cheese Curds | Regular $4.49Large $6.49 | — | 500–1,000 |
| Soft Pretzel Sticks with Zesty Queso | $4.49 | — | 340 |
| Country Gravy Dipping Sauce | $0.59 | — | 70 |
| Hidden Valley Ranch Dipping Sauce | $0.59 | — | 220 |
| Zesty Queso Dipping Sauce | $0.89 | — | 130 |
| Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce | $0.59 | — | 240 |
| BBQ Dipping Sauce | $0.59 | — | 90 |
| Wild Buffalo Dipping Sauce | $0.59 | — | 90 |
Typical U.S. prices, last checked October 28, 2026. Prices vary by location. How we check prices.
Best sides at Dairy Queen
- Cheese Curds: breaded white cheddar curds with 24 g of protein in a regular order.
- Onion Rings: a popular combo swap for fries.
- French Fries: included in combos and baskets; dip them in gravy.
- Pretzel Sticks with Zesty Queso: a shareable snack, but very high in sodium.
Hot dogs
The Hot Dog is one of the cheapest food items at about $2.99, and the Chili Cheese Dog adds chili and cheese for about 50 cents more. Both are only sold at full-menu locations.
Hot dogs and sides FAQ
Does Dairy Queen have cheese curds?
Yes, at many full-menu locations, in regular and large sizes.
How much are fries at Dairy Queen?
About $2.99 for regular and $3.79 for large.