Three generations of the Parrinello family have run this Elizabeth street stand since 1969, perfecting the Jersey Italian hot dog: deep-fried franks stuffed into pillowy pizza bread with peppers, onions, and sliced potato medallions fried to a golden crisp. No dining room, just a sliding window on Second Avenue—order the double and grab the wooden fork they hand you to tackle the mountain of toppings.
Part of: Old Time Eatery Guide