Take America’s ballpark dog. Drop it in the deep fryer. What do you get?
Astonishingly, a great weiner, with a crisp skin that rips, the way the best boudin casing does, when you bite in. Hence the New Jersey nomenclature, “ripper.” Deep frying dogs is what’s happening at the newly opened Jersey’s Burgers & Dogs, on Brook Street in the former Peppa Mello née Bonnie Bell’s. Owner Salah “Joe” Yousef is also the baba ghanoush behind the highly successful gas station cum Athena Greek and Lebanese Express on Kaliste Saloom, and the more orthodox Athena at Ambassador Row. Go for a classic mustard, ketchup, relish combo, or try the chili dog, both are served on crisp and chewy Langlinais Bakery buns. Big dogs will set you back $3.89, the baby dog’s a steal at $1.25. Call 504-5961 for more info.
... written by Martin Heidegger , March 05, 2010 - 12:24 am
Cremate one for me, Yousef.
... written by Bre , March 05, 2010 - 01:42 am
Me too!!!!!!
... written by DreDay , March 06, 2010 - 02:56 am
I miss Peppa Mello's $3 margaritas. How are the burgers at this place?
... written by Emily , March 07, 2010 - 03:32 am
I Love this new place that opened called Jerseys Burgers & Dogs. Love there food ...and there BIG BURGER IS HUGE!!! can't wait to eat there again...
... written by mike , March 07, 2010 - 03:35 am
There the same owners of Athena's!!! if you love athena's food you'll love there food...
... written by J.D. , March 16, 2010 - 10:36 pm
Ate the "big dog" hot dog today. Big disappointment. Chili leaves a lot to be desired. Hot Dog is not worth the trip. Found no "ripper" characteristics. Usually find the author's(Mary Tutwiler) comments helpful. Won't be back.
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