Boulevard Drinks is truly an iconic restaurant in Jersey City, New Jersey best known for their…read morefantastic hot dogs. The ambiance is definitely no-frills and definitely reminiscent of an old-school diner complete with their friendly service. As I said, despite it being called Boulevard Drinks, the hot dogs are the real stars here and should definitely not be missed. Go with their chili as a topping. The knishes are also good. I would definitely recommend Boulevard Drinks. There is a reason it has been here for ninety years and is definitely a Journal Square destination. Five stars all the way.

My dad worked there in the 70s and a few other places at the square. I remember how the hotdogs…read moreused to taste back in the 70s and all the toppings as-well. Now 2026 the hotdogs and the toppings are slightly different but is just as great as back in the day The pineapple drink was definitely much better in the 70s but back then the drink was stored in a stainless steal tank and the pumps were on top and they poured from the spout. But do to the dept of health it was no longer aloud to be pumped from the tanks But the drink is still really great. I love this place. Out of three hot dog places this one survived and thank god. Service is always great, ambiance its a hotdog place its perfect the way it is. Back in the day you used to get a drink and hotdogs 24 7 always had crazy people at night always action. Very entertaining trust me. Everyone stopped here before heading to Lowe's theater grabbed dogs and ate before the Godzilla movie started or a Disney movie or a martial arts movie. I can tell you every seat me and my mom use to sit in movie theater $1.75 movie ticket I miss those days alot but when ever i want to go back in time i just go grab a dog and a drink sit and go back in time 55 years as a customer and still going to get my dogs and drink. I remember nick and Raymond they were great friend of my dads they use to work there. This place is what makes the square the square without it; it would just be a dump.

A Ripper: otherwise known as a "Deep-Fried Hotdog". Three plain and simple words, but when…read morecombined, they are nearly pornographic. At least they are for me. Rutt's Hut has been on my punch list for a long time. Actually NJ fried Hot Dogs have been both from Rutt's and from Hiram's over in Ft. Lee. I got to Hiram's and today was my luck day to get a shot at a Ripper. Rutt's is a bit off the beaten path and is down a meandering pothole filled road in a very industrial feeling part of town surrounded by wooded areas. It seems like it would be a better place for a serial killer body dump than a Hot Dog vendor but it's been there since 1928 so it must be doing something right. There is a large, private, and free parking lot which is a huge bonus in my playbook. The building looks like it is in disrepair. There are 2 areas to eat here. A door to the left seems to be a pub/bar with sit down service and then there is the right side that I went to which is a stand up, indoor counter where you can get in and out very quickly. This is a cash only spot so come prepared. Get to an open counter worker, give them your order, and pay when they hand over the goods. I was a little intimidated when I walked in because it was clear that everyone else in the place understood the ordering routine and knew the menu (there are quite a few other items you could order other than Rippers). I stood in a corner like a potted plant for about 10 minutes and watched what others did when they walked in before I figured out the process. It's pretty simple but I did not want to screw up Rutt's world order by doing something stupid. The 3 Rippers I ordered were good (but not best in class for me). The one I liked the most was the chili cheese dressed Ripper because the chili was actually quite tasty. On the counter are large containers of brown mustard and almost-fluorescent yellow relish. People seem to love the stuff. It was a bit like sweetened sauerkraut for me and the color of it makes me think it is either radioactive or seasoned with antifreeze. I would be happy going here again but I can't say that my Rippers were anything special. I might ask for them to be a little overdone next time to add a bit of texture. What I did like about Rutt's was the history, the dilapidated building, the simplicity of the menu, the naming of their dogs as "Rippers", and the fact that it felt like I was eating among real NJ natives that knew exactly what they were there for. Experiencing local culture doesn't get much better than that.

Best in the world…read more Best in the world Spectacular hot dogs and a vibe that hasn't changed in 4,000 years.

Like most people, you probably end up here when you're trying to come to PDT. We ordered the East…read moreVillage Tots ($5.95), Crif Burger ($9.95), Elote Dog ($7.95), and New Yorker Dog ($4). While food took awhile, we were no in a rush and the employees were friendly. The crif burger and New Yorker were too basic for me, but I enjoyed the elote topping for the elote dog. The tots were a nice side to pair with your meal. There's nothing like some hot dogs and burgers before/after drinking, so it's a smart pairing being next to all the bars. Would I come here solely for the hot dogs and burgers? Probably not. But it works great together with PDT.

Divey and chill vibes. There are signature hot dogs ranging from 6.55 to 8.25 each or you can opt…read morefor a build your own hot dog. The crif is pork and beef, New Yorker (all beef) and veggie option. I did a New Yorker (all beef) $4.75 with sauerkraut ($0.75) and the Spicy Redneck which featured a bacon wrapped crif dog with chili, coleslaw and picked jalapeños. Both satisfied the hot dog craving I had. There are also tater tots and burgers available. The bread was a bit stale, hence the 3 stars and the bun split on my New Yorker making it messy to eat. The woman behind the counter was friendly and suggested I try the dog featured this month- featuring a fried pickle or the Tsunami which has teriyaki sauce and pineapples. I would stop here again if in the area, but for basic dog a cart will hit the spot.

I arrived in New Brunswick by train, which is to say I trusted the machinery of civilization to…read moredeliver me to lunch. It did. A short walk later, I found myself at Destination Dogs, a place I had seen in photographs that suggested capaciousness. In reality, it is smaller.  This is not a complaint, just an observation.  I remember once hearing something about the contents of small packages. At 12:30 the place was full. Packed with humanity and appetite. I was seated quickly, as if someone had anticipated my hunger in advance. From the bar came the sound of construction crews discussing their midday rituals. Apparently this is where they come on Fridays, to repair themselves while they repair the city. It explained everything. Service was swift and attentive, a minor miracle given the crowd. I began with a Scotch egg, an item that seemed to have wandered in from another story entirely. I ordered it for that reason. I had always imagined my first Scotch egg would be eaten in an English pub under low ceilings and older regrets. Instead, here it was. Perfectly crisp, warm, and generous. The universe does not ask for permission. Then came the main event. The menu is an atlas of hot dogs. Domestic. International. Proteins in tube form arranged like possibilities. There is even an invitation to build your own, which I accepted. I attempted to recreate a favorite from Crif Dogs, a thing called the Spicy Redneck. Bacon wrapped dog. Pickled jalapenos. Coleslaw. Simple in theory. Destination Dogs improved upon it in every way that matters. The bacon crisped with purpose. The jalapenos spoke clearly. The coleslaw behaved. The hot dog itself seemed proud to be there. All of this, plus a 16 ounce beer, cost me about twenty five dollars with tip. A small price for order in a chaotic universe. Five stars. Not because perfection exists, but because this comes close enough to make the argument.

Listen, I have no real complaints. The food was great. The service was great. The atmosphere was…read moregood. But I am a fan of constructive criticism. I had the Gandolfi. It was delish but it could be improved with more or larger pepperonis. Also the sausage to bun ratio was off. Either make the sausage bigger or the bun smaller. Bottom line, you'll enjoy your food and beer.

Location moved to 4th street and Jefferson in Hoboken…read more Great hot dogs, great snap, delicious toppings, and Great pricing

Living close by to Cal's is a blessing lol. Inexpensive and delicious. Love the history it adds to…read morethe town. The home made chili on the hotdogs is incredible. Definitely go say hello to Russell and grab a dog or 2! You will be glad you did.

I just came here for a drink. Really cool interior and great staff. It's very light which makes it…read morepleasant to sit back and enjoy a good one. Good variety of local beers to choose from as well. I saw a few groups come in for happy hour and it certainly can be a spot to hang out any day. I'd recommend anyone to come stop by.

Really good poutine and loaded fries! This is a good spot to come for comfort food. We got a few…read moredifferent poutines, loaded fries, and sausages. Good service! They were attentive and fast. Ambience: has a bar vibe! Large space with decent amount of seating

Petes Hot Dog cart. Patterson Plank Rd, Jersey City, NJ. Just south of Union City at Washington…read morePark. Skinny natural casing Sabretts, darn good.

Absolutely delicious hot dogs. I've had them all over Essex County, etc and these are awesome and…read moreright up there for a Hudson County DWD. Just enough toppings, soft steamed roll. Excellent homemade chili and onions.

Love this place, been a fan of Callahan's since Fort Lee. Am very happy for Danny DeMiglio to bring…read morethis back and do so much with it. My son had his first deep fried dog experience and now asks for it regularly. Place looked fantastic after reopening recently. Service was quick and easy - ate there.

Well... I was hungry for a burger an fries and, after a long drive back from visiting our kid at…read morecollege, 1950's Originals answered the bell. I ordered a large bbq wings, a cheeseburger and a French Fry. The cheeseburger was good! Well cooked and tasty. Unfortunately, the order kind of went downhill from there. The fries were soggy from the bag they were delivered in and the wings were really soft and soggy, without a hint of crunch. I was sorely disappointed. 3 Stars on the strength of the cheeseburger which MIGHT have me back to try the food again... perhaps today was an off day.

First off let start by saying they are good and prices are great but I personally wasn't a fan of…read morethe regular chilli. The specialty dogs were great, the flavors mix very well. I loved the potato mash also great flavor. The owner is a very nice guy. The inside is very very small no seating or standing room inside so you have to eat in your car.

Stopped by Chris's Red Hot Dog in Verona and wow this place is a hidden gem! I had a everything dog…read moreplus kraut and relish, and it was absolutely out of this world. Perfect snap on the dog, great balance of toppings, and super fresh flavor all around. Chris himself is an awesome guy super friendly, welcoming, and really attentive to every customer. You can tell he takes pride in what he does. If you're in the area and craving a classic hot dog done right, this is the spot. Can't wait to go back!

The best hot dog truck in New Jersey, truck driver 78 years old have been to every hot dog joint…read moreand truck and this is in my opinion the best chili dog from any truck, hands down.

Last time out was a 4 star, this time I hit the shop in Verona and it was 5 star. Fresh rockland…read morebakery roll, and two excellent dogs. Got a St Patrick's Day special and the loaded baked potato. That potato dog was serious. This is my 2nd dog from Chris' that had a potato component and both were home runs. I got to meet Ant and talk for a bit and that was awesome...I'm already looking forward to going back. Service was fast and excellent and I dig the shop he has there in Verona. I love a good food truck but he has plenty of space and it's bright and clean in this location, which obviously is a plus. You already know Chris' Red Hots - Didn't Suck! For the video and more content from this spot as well as many others, check out my social media pages here - https://linktr.ee/Didnt_Suck