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HOT DOGS · Downtown, Clifton
Rutt's Hut
The original ripper. Deep-fried dog, house-made relish. A pilgrimage.
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The best hot dogs in New Jersey
The ripper. The Texas weiner. The deep-fry. NJ hot dogs are a regional cuisine and the lines prove it.
9 spots in the running, ranked by upvotes from readers. The order shifts every hour.
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HOT DOGS · Downtown, Clifton
Rutt's Hut
Rippers since 1928. Mustard relish is the only correct answer.
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HOT DOGS · Cedar Lane, Teaneck
Hiram's Roadstand
Split and grilled, root beer on tap, same building since '32.
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HOT DOGS · Pier Village, Long Branch
Max's Famous Hot Dogs
Foot-long all-beef dogs by the boardwalk. Go Thursdays.
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HOT DOGS · Downtown, Paterson
Johnny & Hanges
Texas weiners with chili, onions and mustard. Don't overthink it.
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HOT DOGS · Boardwalk, Wildwood
Morton's French Fries
Vinegar, salt, paper cone. The summer reset button.
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