Best hot dog in Nj, hands down. Get the fried peppers and onions, fantastic. Don't waste your time anywhere else! read more

Jerry's Famous Frankfurters - Absolutely best hot dog In NJ. Hands down. Make sure to try his fried onions and peppers, absolute money. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Jerry's is a genuine little spot located in an urban neighborhood in Elizabeth, New Jersey. You have to know that it's there. Apparently lots of people originally from Elizabeth all know about it and go there. It's a pick up window. Can't say that they were craft hotdogs or over-the-top good, but they were very down to earth and genuine. There are many different ways that you could get them served. The other thing is that the prices were very low. I would go there more frequently if I lived right nearby. read more

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Mustard, onion, chili for me. Quick service, enough turnover that you get piping hot dogs and condiments each time, good value for money. Add a cup of fried potatoes from 'the place nearby that should not be named' and you have a high tasting, low brow lunch! read more

Jerry's Famous Frankfurters - Chili/mustard/raw onion, yum! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

I've been going to Jerry's since I was 8 or 9 years old, when my best friend Scott's father was at Engine Company #3 on Newpoint Road and we go see him there and the firemen would send us there to get some dogs.  I used to be able to eat 4 every time and sometimes 5.  Nowadays it's usually two, sometimes three.  I always get at least one with chili onions sauerkraut and at least one one with sauerkraut only.  Sometimes I'll get one with mustard only or cooked onions and sauerkraut.  Always washed down with a can of yoohoo.  Now they offer melted cheese, but that has no place on a Jerry's dog as far as I'm concerned. I usually get a small cup of potatoes s.p.k. from Tommy's next door. read more

Jerry's Famous Frankfurters - a man standing in front of a store - Hot Dogs Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

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Best chili dogs i've ever had the chili has a hint of cinnamon (i think) and the hotdogs have a snap to them. Personally i prefer jerry's hotdogs over tommy's but tommy's has a better italian sausage. Couldn't recommend jerry's chili dogs enough. prices are not bad, just wish it was in a better neighborhood. read more

I stopped here by accident I was looking for Tommy's which is next door. The guy said he couldn't provide fries because the machine was off. No big deal. But then I order my chilli, cheese and onion hotdogs (4) and they were horrible. The chilli taste like it had been simmered and sautéed in cinnamon. Very very strange. I was expecting some spicy chilli hotdogs and instead I got Indian food. It was odd and the hotdogs were cold. We gave our unopened ones to the homeless. Ended up going to Tommy's. Not a place I'd return to. read more

Hot dog or hot dog? Jerry's makes a good hot dog, but, I personally prefer Tommy's. Judge for yourself, though! Being next door to one another breeds a friendly rivalry, and the opportunity for a proper hot dog sampling. I've been to both Tommy's and Jerry's multiple times. The options are a tad inferior at Jerry's and Jerry's chili has a hint of cinnamon, which isn't for everyone. The hot dogs themselves are of good quality, though lacking a nice crispness. read more

Simply stated, this sort of place needs to be defended and supported at all costs. I have spoken. read more

This is a staple of Elizabeth's past. Best chili dogs in the country! Family owned and operated from the beginning. read more

Jerry's Famous Frankfurters - Line up and put em down! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

The Hot Dog crew at work today decided to venture into Elizabeth to try both Jerry's and Tommy's today. In my quest to find that elusive 'best hot dog' place in the state these two needed to be tried-especially since they both made the NJ.com list of best 25 hot dog places in NJ. This was our second stop and I ordered the same two dogs I had at Tommy's so I could compare - one chili-cheese dog and one with kraut, mustard and hot red onions. When we first walked up the guy barely seemed interested in taking our orders, but he finally made his way over to the window. My partners in crime did the same thing today and we've gotten mixed reviews...however, since I'm writing mine are the only one's that count! Ok, so here goes - I liked the Jerry's dog with mustard, kraut and hot red onions better than Tommy's, but the guy put on a little too much kraut and it made the bun pretty soggy. The dog itself had a nice snap (they use Best's dogs) and was what I was hoping for here. The chili cheese dog...wasn't a fan (though my one buddy loved it). This is only the second place I've been where they add cinnamon to their chili (the other place being The Hot Grill in Clifton) and I didn't care for it. Overall a pretty good effort and I would try this place again, but I would get something other than chili...I know some people LOVE it, but I just was't a fan. The local ambiance here was actually something we liked - not the best part of Elizabeth, but we weren't worried about getting mugged either. Lot's of locals hanging around...kind of like a hot dog "Cheer's." One of the funniest moments of today's trip was when we were eating here at Jerry's, an older guy who saw us move from one location to the other screamed up the street to us about how great these two places were and "God Bless the American Hot Dog" and finally "I've been here for 52 years" to which my co-worker commented..."and that's a damn shame." read more

Best hotdogs in the world! been going for 40years Just a plain dog with ketchup or mustard and kraut - simply perfect read more

Alrighty. Elizabeth's finest hotdog joints, side-by-side. You have Jerry's on the right, Tommy's on the left. I occasionally hit up Elizabeth and Linden for their food finds and on this trip, I just finished my Lenten fast and treated my self to some Jersey dogs. This isn't my first time going here, but since I had a fresh palate, I decided to make a judgment call on these hot dogs. To make it fair, I ordered chili dogs from both places to make a fair comparison. Jerry's chili dog tasted sweeter than Tommy's. I believe he puts cinnamon in the mix. The cheese was watered down and didn't add anything special. I'll reserve my review for Tommy's on his yelp. Over all I wasn't impressed. The dog wasn't a Best's (which is the Best dog ever), or a Sabrett or a Nathan's, so it lacked the garlicy goodness. They use the same buns, dry and stale-ish. The price was $1.50 for the chili dog and $.25 for cheese. Tommy's was $2.00 for the chili cheese dog. Although they are both regarded as Jersey dog institutions, I cannot recommend anything but a plain dog, if that. read more

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i have no idea why anyone would ruin a great chili dog by putting cheese on it but people do. I have been buying hot dogs from here since i was a child, i lived right across from them on Jaques street four houses in across from school number nine. They still make the chili the same and the hot dogs are still great. Just get them with chili mustard and raw onions and have a yoohoo to drink with it. Anything else makes no sense. You cant order an italian hot dog here and you dont want a chili dog from Tommy's they are both amazing local spots that should never compete but instead they should compliment eachother. i never stop for just one or the other. read more

Love this place.i grew up in Elizabeth and this place is iconic. Unfortunately Elizabeth is a ghetto toilet now.if you can get into and out of elizabeth without being raped murdered or held up at gun point by any of the ghetto fabulous minorities with the intelligence of a tick then sure grab a few chilli dogs with raw onions then hit nextdoor at tommys for potatoes in a cup smothered in ketchup..just watch out for tyrone or jaun cause you may end up smothered in your own blood.. read more

My husband and I stopped by so we could compare Jerry's and Tommy's and ultimately found that we preferred Tommy's hotdogs. However, Jerry's is an amazing dog, and the two are really very different. We ordered a chili dog, a dog with red onions, and a dog with mustard and kraut. The hotdog has an excellent snap and a milder flavor, which lets the various toppings serve as the star of the show. The chili is unlike any I've tasted before. It's flavorful and full of spices that sort of reminds me of Indian food (not curry!). It's full of meat but it's not too thick or heavy. It's a truly unique chili that I think most people would like. The kraut is more traditional than the kraut over at Tommy's. It has a more pronounced pickled flavor, and with mustard, it "tastes like a hot dog should" according to my husband. There are no seats at Jerry's and everything is for takeout only. There are a few benches across the street where you can dig into these dogs. Otherwise, I noticed most people double parked and took them to go or just ate them in their car. Overall, these hotdogs are really tasty, and they serve as the perfect vehicle for their variety of toppings. My favorite is the red onion sauce ($0.25 extra)! read more

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Detoured myself to try these dogs. Ordered 2 chili dogs with mustard and onions. $2.00 each. They had a natural snap, mild flavor and so-so chili. All in all, just okay. Now off to try Tommy's... (see review) read more

Jerry's Famous Frankfurters, Not a fan, just a hot dog place. Nothing to really say that would make you go and have one of the dogs. I would rather walk 30 feet South to Tommies. Remember to always drink responsibly Crazy Cubano Out. read more

Jerry's Famous Frankfurters - Hot Dogs Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Awesome dogs at Jerry's. They will be seeing me on a regular basis. Their chili is sweet at first and then you get the hot. read more

Jerry's Famous Frankfurters - Jerry's will be seeing me weekly. For $5, I had one of the best chili dogs along with a dog with ketchup and mayo (don't judge). - Hot Dogs Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Went there today for the first time. The hot dogs and toppings are as good as I've ever had and I've been to all the places in NJ known for the best hotdogs. read more

Well Jerry use to be more famous it seems. The hot dogs have less of a snap to the skin and seem like they have been soaking in steamy hot dog water too long. This is one of the busier street corners in Elizabeth to find parking. It's not uncommon to drop someone off while you dry to double park for a few minutes. Or drop someone off while you drive around and hope they don't get harassed by homeless people. Jerry's is basically kind of nostalgic if you live or have lived in the area but is not a destination hot dog place. Overall a-ok hot dog. Yelp Review # 339 read more

So - I enjoy hotdogs and I am lucky enough to be living in a town that has some of the best. Keep in mind - this is written in a hotdog state of mind, so anyone looking for the flavor of a filet mignon should seek help. On With The Review!!!! Decoration: Ok - it's a hotdog hut. I mean, really, it's a hotdog hut. Canopy, ordering window, small metal shelf to hold your order, wood paneling inside. If you are harping on this - please question your priorities. Location: It is smack dab in the middle of Elizabeth Ave. Usually has parking in front or a block away. If you don't know how to use the various cross roads to get to this Avenue you may have a little annoyance during rush hour. Food: The best damn Hotdogs I've ever eaten. When you take a bite, you feel the snap of the dog's casing and then get greeted with the mix of spices that make up this fine hotdog. You get to choose from the standard east coast toppings: chili, cheese, kraut, cooked onions, raw onions or relish plus condiments. Bun is simple too. Price: Expect to pay roughly $1.50 for a hotdog with topping. Not over priced at all! Staff: Courteous, fun locals, Jerry used to run it = now it is a much younger guy. Ambience and Crowd: While waiting on the sidewalk for your turn to order, you will be amongst locals, students, officers, firefighters, politicians, doctors and their visiting friends. Drinks: Standard soft drinks and Stewart's glass bottle root beer at your disposal. Again - if you are looking for alcohol at a hotdog hut, seek help. Overall: This is an Elizabeth staple that has been noted on several "foodie" magazines hitting up the USA for the best standard dog. It's a fun quick bite you can take anyone that likes a good hotdog, like me! Pros: Great Hotdogs Simple order process Fast Standard toppings Cons: Slightly hard to find if you don't know the Avenue Not open late, late night H-Cane Final Spin: I have been coming here for years and for years it has been the most consistent spot I've ever visited. I literally, came, saw, ate AND bought the t-shirt (for $20). This is as close to heaven as you can get when it comes to your East Coast style, tasty Hotdog that will compete with any ballpark frank and win. read more

Just not the biggest hot dog fan... But, I guess as an E-town native it would be considered the "Grays Papaya" around here. When the weather is nice it is almost impossible not to walk by and grab one. They are inexpensive - you probably have enough change in the bottom of your purse/murse to cover lunch. They don't taste like salt sticks and I find the flavor to be pretty close to a Sabbrett. If you are passing through and want to grab something fast and tasty while enjoying nice weather Jerry's would definitely cut it. read more

This Chili is the same since I was a little boy growing up in Elizabeth. Just stopped by for 2 Chili Dogs and a Yoo Hoo! Simply a better hot dog than Tommy's and Tommy's Chili Dog is damn good too for an Italian Hot Dog place! I can't understand some of the bad reviews. Everything is still the same at Jerry's. Different guys serving the Hot Dogs, but I've heard it's the same family. It must be - because that Chili is still the best ever! read more

If you go to Elizabeth and want to get hot dogs, this is the place to do it. There is a place two stores down called Tommy's that pretty much sells the same stuff, but I think you gotta pick one and be a loyal fan lol. In this case, I was introduced by a friend to this place, and now I am a fan of Jerry's too. We got three hot dogs and two Snapples for us and it filled us up good for about $7. Not bad. They taste good...not amazing...but good...but I mean, keep in mind that these are just hot dogs after all lol. But a darn good meal. read more

I tried Tommy's and Jerry's on the same day (to see if there was a difference) and I didn't see much difference in the dogs, more in the potatoes. The hot dog here was good--I bit in and it snapped so hard it squirted juice on me!--but not something I would flip my lid for. I got the steak fries at Jerry's and they weren't very good--frozen, fried, unseasoned, and with relatively tasteless nacho cheese on top. Try the potatoes at Tommy's--definitely much better. read more

This place has been around forever and it's because the chili cheese dog is amazing. Literally the best I've ever had.

I have going here for 55 years. I love this place. The hot dogs have a great flavor. Just right. Jerry makes his own chili. Has a nice flavor. This is a place that people flock to because they know it is always going to be worth the trip. read more

I got VERY lost going to the Prudential Center to see a Nets game and ran into this place. It was a cute little place, i had to stop and try it out since i was lost and frustrated in alot of traffic. I had one dog with some onion and cheese topping and it was very good. read more

If your from Elizabeth or ever been to Elizabeth then you know how good Jerry's Hotdogs are. Some of my fondest memories of NJ stem from devouring one of Jerry's hotdogs. No..the place is not glamorous. There are no seats..no TV to watch. Just a guy making hotdogs and handing you sodas and ushering you on your way. I have been to most major cities if not all of them and each city boasts their brand of hotdog. Nathans, Top Dog, Pinks...you don't measure up. If your ever in North Jersey and you want a real hotdog..go to Jerry's. You won't regret it. Signed...A real Hot Dog Lover!!! read more

It's a brick and mortar hot dog cart. A walk-up window that serves natural casing dirty water dogs, It's exactly what a hot dog joint should be, inexpensive, fast and very tasty. read more

Jerry's Famous Frankfurters - Mustard and Kraft dog from Jerry's in Elizabeth NJ. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

Jerry's hot dogs made me ill the last time I was there. They had a green coat from being in the water too long. That's why I give them a two star rating. SkateDoctorBob read more

I guess the low prices is what people are hyping about when they talk about this place. I really can't taste the difference between Jerry's Franks and Nathan's Fast Food Hot Dogs. Other things I can note was that it was quick and pretty economical. read more

didn't even have the heart to swallow the only bite I took. Not sure if I just caught them on a bad day but the cheese was watery, chili had a medicine like flavor, and the dog itself was just bland. Do your stomach a favor and go to Tommy's instead. read more

Joint # 85: JERRY'S FRANKFURTERS, Elizabeth, NJ. Jerry's Frankfurters Elizabeth has been cranking out the dogs for nearly 67 years! Originally a hot dog cart, the business now has a reputation for famous franks and makes it's own home made chili. We had to give it a try! The dogs are Best's brand, natural casing - first boiled, then grilled. RATING(S):... J. Diggity Dog: 6.5/10. Dog Man Sac: 6/10. J. Diggity said, "Jerry's - dog was a Best's dog. I believe it was in some water contraption, box thing...and then they flat griddle it. Flat griddle, roll. Had their chili, which we were told was really good. However, I'm not a fan of this nutmeg that is thrown in the chili. That belongs in eggnog, okay? Not on chili on a dog. Overall the dog was good, but the chili killed the dog for me. I can't really give this thing a high rating. I'm going to have to go in the 6 and a half range on Jerry's - it just was not my cup of tea." Dog Man said, "J. Diggity is totally, spot-on. That is an accurate assessment. The dog was very good. That being said, it was advertised as a home made chili (which it was) and said to be 'very good.' It was home made (while that being said), I think it had some crazy spice to it, which would have been nutmeg / thyme and/or both! And it was out of hand. It was out of hand!! I'm a 6.0 for Jerry's." - The Dawg Tour read more

The hot dog itself was good and had that wonderful snap that is crucial. The chili on the other hand was not my cup of tea. It was sweet and definitely had a strong taste of cinnamon. For some, I'm sure it's great, but I like a more savory chili rather than sweet. The cheese on top was watered down and not flavorful, which is definitely a downside for me because I think it would have complemented the sweetness well. Bread was ok, nothing to write home about. I am curious about the red onion sauce, though, which is what I will try next. Overall, it's average. Not much selection either in terms of sides, toppings, or items. I do prefer Tommy's, but like other reviewers have said, they're two different types of hotdogs. read more

These are very average dogs, really nothing special. With Tommy's (yum!) next door, I won't be back, but in all fairness, they're not the same... can't really compare an amazing Italian dog to an average, pushcart- style dog, which is what you'll get at Jerry's. read more

I don't think you people know the routine. If you want a regular(not Italian) hot dog,you go to Jerry's. Then,you walk next store to Tommy's for the potatoes. You don't compare the two on dogs. read more

Went for lunch today, 4/30/17 with co workers. The first of us orders 2 dogs, a Snapple, and a bag of chips. The attendant tells him it's 9 dollars. We calculate the price and realize it's actually only 7 dollars and he's baffled and realizes we're right. No big deal. My other co worker and I step up to order and he says "excuse me, I need to go wash my hands." That's nice to know he didn't have clean hands when he served the first of us. Wasn't even a busy day, 1 pm on a Sunday. Not going back. read more

A classic. Serves a "dirty water" dog. This place is just fun. You don't go inside - just order your dog from the sidewalk window. If you are really hungry, walk 3 doors down and get an italian dog at Tommy's. read more

This place has improved. The hotdogs were closer to the original Jerry's and the chili also. The worker was smoking openly. He put the cigarette down to handle the food without gloves. I asked to see the chili. It looked almost like the original but I know it wasn't the original and, sure enough, it wasn't. The worker told me he was fourth generation owner. He lied. I know the place was sold by the original owner's son some years ago and has changed hands several times. It was too nasty to have someone that was smoking handle food with gloves!!! read more