I come from rural Michigan and so I know dirt road Americana food fresh from a greasy spitting grill. I know a classic hot dog from living in Chicago in supposed seedy neighborhoods for 15 years of my life. I 've stopped in diners and mom n ' pop dives along long highway drives in Indiana to Tennessee, so a dirty spoon establishment doesn 't concern me... until Tommy 's. It was late summer and I wanted simple order of two chili dogs with onions. Again, simple right? No, readers it was anything but. The decor you can ignore but the candy still up on shelves could easily be from 1990 something with an expiration dates to match. Yes much Catholic Jesus paraphernalia, so if you ever veer on the...
Simply said, I've been coming here for 55 years, back when Tommy pushed the small hot dog cart across the street to the park in the 60's. I've had hot dogs in NY, Chicago, all of CA and most other states, some bigger, fancier, all more expensive, but not one more tastier. Mustard, chili, cooked onions are addictive while Italian Hot Dog or sausage, pepper, onions at lunch will make you forget about dinner while fighting your desire to want to take a nap! While Tommy and his wife have passed on, their son Jimmy runs the show now with his observant, dry sense of humor style and don't be surprised if he remembers your visits, even if only once a year. Thank you to the Lane family for 62 years o...
I always pass this place on my way home from NYC and finally decided to stop by one rainy day. Looked closed but I could smell the french fries from outside. I ordered something simple: Chili dog w/onions and a side of fries. I wasn't really expecting much, but after the first few bites I was blown away. The quality really stands out. The hot dogs were great. Worth the stop. Owner seemed cool too.
My wife and I stopped here while heading off Long Island and literally couldn't have been happier. This place was incredible. The food, service and the friendliness was better than any restaurant chain you'll ever go to. It's the perfect little hole in the wall and I can't begin to express how happy we are that we went there. 11/10 because 10/10 isn't enough.
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Been coming here for more than 50 years (CHS ‘70), beginning back in the day when Tommy just served out of his truck. Was just there this past Saturday, worth the 30 minute trip. I miss Tommy and his magic tricks. Keep up the tradition (and the best dogs in Jersey) Jimmy! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
This was a great find while passing through town. Delicious, fresh ingredients, and friendly service! Skip Burger King across the street and come here to support a local family business. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Always loved coming here with my dad and my sister sometimes our friends. Owner was really nice back in the day, haven't been there since like 2016 tho
Awesome place. Been going there over 60 yrs. Grew up down the street, moved and still drive there for their hot dogs.
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The very best- A classic spot like none other. The California cheeseburger. The chili hot dogs. The nachos. So good.
Delicious Italian hot dogs! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
