Jimmy Buff's, East Hanover

     Here again is a hot dog restaurant with a rich history.  Nearly 80 years ago "Jimmy Buff" introduced italian hot dogs to the city of Newark, NJ.  The name has carried through the years and is currently represented by 5 restaurants throughout New Jersey.  During our tour we visited the headquarters in East Hanover.  The interior was reminiscent of a 50's diner: pastel colors, patent leather seats and a lot of chrome.

     The first noteworthy observation was the friendly service.  The hots dogs were juicy, they gave a little "snap" when your teeth first bit into them, and provided a wonderful overall taste.  We had input from kraut & mustard people, double italian eaters and footlong chili cheese fans.  Everyone agreed that this stop on our tour was the new "stop-to-beat"!!  There was an overall consensus that the roll got a little bit soggy (depending on your condiments) but it was a small price to pay for a great tasting dog!

*** NEWS FLASH ***
     It has come to my attention that as of July 2013 only 2 locations are still operating in New Jersey.  The West Orange location and the newer Kenilworth location.  The East Hanover store, formerly their headquarters, has closed along with the Watchung store (which I pass periodically & prompted my investigation into current availability).  I hope the friendly folks we met at the East Hanover store have found a place in the new organization.