Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall, Atlantic City

 

     Okay, it may look a little sketchy from the outside... especially if you saw the empty lot and construction across the street.  But let's put on our big boy pants and give it a try.  Below is the inside...

     NOW we're talkin'...  am I right???  THIS is a place where I would feel very comfortable ordering a beer & a hot dog!  Since I was in a bit of a rush the day I visited, I had to take my order to go.  The staff was very pleasant and even brought a glass of water to the high top table I was sitting at in case I got thirsty while I waited!  You can preview their menu at http://www.tennesseeavenuebeerhall.com/ The $7 cost is well worth the satisfying meal that you are going to enjoy.

     Below you see a "Don't Pass Go" dog on the left with added chili (with beans!!) and raw onions (they provide red onions... nice touch!).  On your right you see a New York Avenue dog which, as the name implies, consists of spicy brown mustard atop a mound of sauerkraut and cooked onions.  The hot dogs are Hebrew National all beef dogs served on buttery split top buns that are reminiscent of brioche style rolls.  All dogs are served with homemade potato chips that are to-die-for!  French fries or onion rings are available at an additional cost, but trust me, you can save your money and be deeply satisfied!!

             

Doggie Style Gourmet, Flemington

 

     This truck serves high quality Brooklyn all-beef natural casing hot dogs with interesting toppings that they creatively craft for the week.  Below you will see the menu that they designed for the week of St. Paddy's Day, and that's a DSG Banger pictured on the left.  One was absolutely enough to satisfy my appetite and it was an exceptionally tasty treat!  

     Now I don't think I could make this a daily stop at $9 per hot dog, but for an occasional treat, I would definitely recommend it!  You'll also only find them on Tues, Wed & Thur from 11am-3pm, so time your trip carefully.  Your best bet is to LIKE them on Facebook so you'll be aware of their specials as well as any modifications to normal operating hours.  Alternatively, their website is listed on the side of the truck!! 

               

Hot Dog Caboose, Midland Park

     This venue is certainly an eye catcher!  Though there were clearly some outdoor tables that I am certain would make for a wonderful Springtime dining experience, our decision to visit the day after a snowstorm forced us to enjoy our fare in the car!

     These natural casing dogs had a nice snap!  They offer several interesting topping options, but our choice was rather simple:  1 Texas Weiner style (chili, mustard & onion), 1 mustard & kraut & 1 w/ fries & cheese sauce.  All were very tasty & satisfying.  This is a stop I will certainly be returning to!

Middlesex Texas Weiner, Middlesex

      This is a great stop that is run by a friendly family.  The chili has the Plainfield-style flavor with hints of coriander, cardamom and cinnamon.  Many Texas weiner joints tend to overcook their chili until it's a dry meat sauce, but Middlesex Texas Weiner's chili is moist and very tasty.  This is one of my favorite Texas Weiner stops!!