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Smashburger: America's Most Promising Company
A Smashburger just opened 100 feet from my apartment. The food is terrible and it makes my whole area smell like crap on a windy day. This place cannot go under fast enough.
Food you stand in line or wait for
The Halal carts @ Columbus Circle, however long it takes.
What's the best thing you've ever received trick-or-treating?
A beer!
I think we were in 7th grade.
Me and the girl I was with split it lol
North Jersey sloppy joes
I am very partial to the Avenue Deli in New Providence. But thats just me propping up the hometown.
Millburn Deli also does an amazing job.
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Avenue Deli
1272 Springfield Ave, New Providence, NJ 07974
"Throwdown" Party Suggestions
Making 8 soups in the same house at the same time? Sounds like a lot of cleanup.
I would go for something simpler, like maybe have a pizza competition? Each couple is responsible for bringing their toppings and the pizza could be cooked throughout the party with each team submitting scores?
What foods feel indulgent but are actually quite healthy?
Whiskey and Bacon! My grandfather swears by it and he is 96 years going strong.
ROMANTIC GOOD QUALITY RESTUARANT FOR SATURDAY NITE
This was my rec. as well. OP should be careful, they won't let you yell in there. ;-)
Former Taco Bell Employees, Please Help!!!
Yep, Love it when people take rumors and post them as fact.
Real New Jersey experience
Gonna have to throw the Sloppy Joe out there.
Rye bread, meat (Turkey, Ham, or RB) , swiss, slaw, russian dressing.
One of the best sammich designs ever (IMO of course)
Also the Taylor Ham egg and Cheese is about as Jersey as it gets.
Just remember to gas up in NJ to get the full experience, we live a pampered life.
LBI on Wednesday: what's open??
Plantation in Harvey Cedars will still be open for lunch, and they have a full bar with an adequate wine list. It is a little north of Surf City but I think it would be worth the trip, plus there is a seafood market a few doors down. I havent been to the market, but I hear that it is adequate.
LBI on Wednesday: what's open??
What town is your house in? Dont want to send you all over the island :-) And you just reminded me that I gotta close up the family house as well lol.
when far from home, what foods do you miss/crave the most?
When I am away from NJ it is almost impossible to get a decent buttered roll for breakfast, anywhere. People look like I am on crack when I order one.
What "chef-y" things do you do at a restaurant?
And that is what chefs do when they go out to eat.
They do not bring their own condiments or practice any of the behavior that the OP stated.
My friends who are chefs are a joy to go out with, they try adventurous items, are very courteous, and they are excellent tippers.
I am confused by the OPs question... does he think that chefs go out order food, and be "chefy" (that is also a terrible made up word) and try to doctor the menu selections?
when far from home, what foods do you miss/crave the most?
When i am away from NJ
- decent pizza
- pork roll/taylor ham
- NJ sloppy joes
- decent delis
What is the best restaurant in Parsippany
I have been a few times and have greatly enjoyed that place.
Rant on Reuben Sandwiches [moved from Boston board]
I am in Union County, so a bit north of Neptune, but I do goto Kellys a few times every summer. I will be sure to try the reuben down there. Thnx for the rec.!
Rant on Reuben Sandwiches [moved from Boston board]
Thousand Island, a variant of Russian dressing, was invented in the first decades of the 20th century by Sophia LaLonde. LaLonde substituted mayonnaise for the yogurt used in Russian dressing, and added pickle relish, chives and sometimes chopped, hard-boiled eggs.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thousand_Island_dressing
Upscale lunch near Summit on a Saturday
food. - http://www.foodinsummit.com/www.foodinsummit.com/home..html
Huntley Tavern - http://www.thehuntleytaverne.com/index.html
Roots - http://www.rootssteakhouse.com/
are all pretty standard fare in Summit.
But just up the road is the Copeland in Morristown NJ, def worth a checkout if you get the chance.
- http://www.copelandrestaurant.com
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Huntley Tavern
3 Morris Ave, Summit, NJ 07901
Rant on Reuben Sandwiches [moved from Boston board]
Of course he is a painter! Who do you think did the awesome paint job on his bike?
Why don't more mom 'n pop pizza places do better?
The answer could be because pizza bought in these areas at a mom and pop place is no better than the slop served in the chains.
Cheating at the Chili Cook Off in Terlingua Texas
Sounds almost too crazy to be true.
I would love to read an article about it to see if it really happened.
Celeb or TV personality/mass media ruining a local gem or more?
There was a slight DDD concerning one of my favorite diners in NJ. Mustache Bills down Long Beach Island (Barnegat Light). It was absolutely insanely busy for awhile after the show aired. It eventually died down, now it is back to normal, merely packed. :)
