James 'Buff' Racioppi brought the Italian hot dog to life in Newark in 1932, and this West Orange outpost keeps the legacy alive on Washington Street. Deep-fried dogs nestle into pizza bread with a tangle of peppers, onions, and potatoes—all cooked in cholesterol-free soybean oil. The combination is messy, indulgent, and utterly Jersey.
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