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!

I just heard the sad news that Andy's Roadside Dive is closing. This is truly sad news and the hot…read moredogs will be missed. I wish all involved the best of luck in their future endeavors.

Wow, what a great find! I first heard of Andy's a few years ago in an article on the best hot dogs…read morein NJ. At the time, Andy's was a food truck, but now Andy has a permanent storefront on Howard Blvd in Mt. Arlington. I tried to stop here previously, but it was closed (note...check the hours, it's closed Tuesday's and Wednesday's). We'll today I got here for lunch, and this place didn't disappoint. For my first visit, I went with a chili/cheese dog and a dog with cooked onions and mustard. Both were outstanding! I dined in, so I had an opportunity to speak with Andy. He explained that all the ingredients are homemade. Andy's been in the hot dog business for 12 years and knows what he's doing. He even reviewed the menu with me and suggested the pulled pork dog. That's on my list for next time! If you like hot dogs, you really need to give Andy's Roadside Dive a shot. It's only a couple of minutes off Rt 80 and definitely worth the trip!

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.

Fun spot with awesome dogs and great vibes!…read more This place is such a cool restaurant/bar that feels like a local staple for sure. The staff is super friendly and know their way around the (very large) menu. Honestly, they have a hot dog or sausage combo for just about everyone. I let the bartender pick for me, and she nailed it. She chose an all-beef dog that was basically a Big Mac in hot dog form. I was skeptical at first, but wow this hit in all the right ways. Awesome presentation, even better flavor. I could've easily eaten three of these. I also tried the onion rings, the bartender warned me they were just "meh," and she wasn't wrong, lol. For round two, I went with an all-beef dog topped with pastrami this is basically a Reuben-style dog. Another win! Great flavor, great presentation. Overall, I'd totally recommend Destination Dogs if you're in the area. Just a heads up, if there's a game on, it gets loud. Like "can't-hear-your-friend-next-to-you" loud. But if that's your vibe, you'll love it.

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.

Good vibes. Good food…read more I never would've thought I'd go to a restaurant just for some hotdogs, but here we are.

where do I even begin? This place has an incredible vibe and selection of dogs, sausages, and…read moreKielbasa! Nothing was flavorless! even their basic dogs had a great kick of flavor to them! And the staff! Oh the staff! 3 of the kindest, music loving, down to earth people you will never forget! 5/5 stars! I would drive the 3+ hours again to come JUST for the dogs!

Newark flavor on Rt. 46 between Pine Brook & Willowbrook Mall. If you like water dogs & love…read morenostalgic Americana....then you've probably already been to this gem & need not read this review at all. Bottom line - solid as heck - get me two, Utah!

This was my first visit to a JJ's Hot Dog. It was a Saturday at noon. I received lunch suggestions…read morefrom the very pleasant staff but ordered the Belly Buster, the Hot Works and salted fries with ketchup. I paid then retrieved my food items when they were ready. There's only two tables available in the small space so the car would be Plan B. I enjoyed my meal while listening to ESPN's NFL Draft coverage and listening to faint sounds of music, both more for the sake of the workers. Both hot dogs were great with my preference leaning towards the Belly Buster. The fries are of the thin variety.

Great Cheeseburgers and tasty thin French fries.We got a large bag and it was way more than we…read moreneeded but we finished them all prior to leaving. I had a chocolate shake and it was excellent Service was great! They do a large take out business as well. There is a tented area next to the diner since there is limited seating inside

Food good fast food. Simple menu and simple small dinner atmosphere…read more But...you Cant order it the way you want it. They get upset and say no. No salt on the fries was a big deal !!! WHF. Go to Burger King.

I thought the chilli cheese dogs were good and I'd definitely go again if I'm craving some chilli…read moredogs, the fries were crispy. The worker behind the counter was nice and the service was quick. I sat outside where they had a bunch of tables.

We have always loved coming here for many years- but this place is open seasonally with the warmer…read moreweather. ( closed in the winter months) It is always easy, quick, and enjoyable. The staff is always super nice too. We love to pre-order and then stop by for takeout. On occasion, we order and eat it there at the tables outside. My guilty pleasure is those corn dogs nuggets and fried zucchini.on occasion. I order an array of different things ea time we come. But everything is always enjoyable. Some family members also love that fresh Dole Whip soft serve. (their guilty pleasure). We have tried so many items over the yrs and everything has always been good.

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.

O-M-G!!! Great food! I got the steak and cheese sandwich and it was amazing. The second you pull…read moreinto the parking lot you can smell the food: def great!!! Very affordable lunch. I'll def come back!!!

This is not your healthy eating joint. This is for when you're off your eating plan & want some…read moregreat finger licking grub at a great price served by the nicest cook!! It's located on the east side of stop & shop at a little park ! I've had the chili hotdogs & sausage & pepper hero. The food is great! The chili is really good & hits the spot . Sausage & peppers ... Spot on. Some guy on line said the meatball hero is awesome so that's next on my list. Tom is always welcoming & just the nicest guy! Gotta love a great food truck & this one is great!