Broadway Hot Dogs, Fair Lawn

     What a treat this visit was!!  The owner has a real passion for hot dogs and has designed a menu which underlines that passion.  Your first clue is that they offer every one of their hot dog styles with your choice of a steamed Sabrett's dog or a grilled Thumann's dog.  The standard varieties all ring in between $2-$3.  The specialty dogs (including the 2 pictured below) were only $4.50, which I thought was a pretty good deal.

     I selected the grilled Thumann's for my Pretzel Dog (right).  After adding a line of Sabrett's brown mustard this meal was a real treat!  The delicious dog was no surprise but the soft, salty pretzel bun was an outstanding compliment.  Only a tiny bit more difficult to handle than a normal bun, this selection was both filling and delicious.

     On the left you'll see their Italian hot dog.  They use a quarter pound Sabrett dog and serve it on a hollowed sub roll rather than the more traditional pizza dough.  The onions and tri-color peppers were sauteed nicely and were mixed with cubed, fried potatoes(I typically prefer the sliced potatoes).  Notwithstanding the deviation from Newark tradition, I must admit that this was one very tasty IHD!!  I applaud their willingness to make their menu their own and was very pleased with my selections.  This will definitely be a repeat stop!

***  UPDATE:  Sadly, as of May 2018, Broadway Hot Dogs has closed its doors...

Dave's Hot Dogs, South Amboy

      Dave's is a quaint, luncheonette style hot dog joint that has served South Amboy for just under a decade (as of this writing).  The staff is super friendly and the service is quick.  Most hot dog varieties are between $2 - $3 with a few double dog options priced at $6.  Among these is an Italian hot dog which will definitely be on my order the next time I stop by!

     They use Sabrett #11 hot dogs that are steamed (dirty water style).  I saw they offered a Carolina Slaw dog which was calling my name.  Surprisingly I had never tried a slaw dog before so I wasn't sure what to expect.  Now, I'm the type of guy who prefers a large, rough cut cole slaw when served as a side dish.  When I saw the finely chopped slaw (pictured below) I was a little skeptical.  Boy was I wrong!!  The finely chopped texture, similar to a good chili, clung to the hot dog & bun so I could enjoy the flavor mixture with every bite.  As full as I was, I ordered a second dog to enjoy all over again!!

     In addition to their delicious dogs, Dave's offers a variety of burger choices as well as a cheese steak, chicken fingers, tacos, pork roll, chili, nachos, onion rings and of course, a variety of fries.  This stop has something for everyone so bring along the family!  They close early on weekends so check their schedule before making the trip.  You won't be disappointed!