Almost are American as a hamburger, the hot dog has roots in the NYC-area (Nathans, etc), but also has a home right in North Jersey. Many landmark restaurants like Rutt’s Hutt in Clifton call Northern NJ home, infamous for their deep fried rippers and a number of other places that serve their dogs “All the Way”.

Callahan’s
10 Broad St, Norwood, NJ
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Hot Dog Caboose
211 Greenwood Ave, Midland Park, NJ
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The Hot Grill
669 Lexington Ave, Clifton, NJ
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Johnny and Hanges
23-20 Maple Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ
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Jolly Nicks
31 E Madison Ave, Dumont, NJ

Rutt’s Hut
417 River Rd, Clifton, NJ
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