[algi45]

Nathans in the Walmart on 466 is by far the best hotdog and value for the money in the area. One tip--their fries are excellent if they're freshly fried. Insist on this. Don't put up with soggy fries that have been sitting under the heat lamp.

[nONIE]

JRietz., Better hot dog then "Big City"? Ill be there!

[travelstiles]

We've tried hot dogs all over the US, and the greatest by far is Nathans, and as mentioned earlier they have terrific fries, too. I worked in Chicago for a while, and never could understand how they claim to have such great hot dogs after having Nathan's.
A really great hot dog is slightly crispy on the outside and doesn't need toppings or fancy rolls to taste great.
I also don't understand the rave about Philly Steak, not to offend anyone in either Chicago or Philly 'cause I love those cities. There's no hot dog like the original Nathan's Coney Island, and there's no Cheesecake like Junior's original from Brooklyn. So glad to hear that there's a Nathan's waiting for us when we arrive on 12/28!

[stjade]

Born in Brooklyn and nothing better then Nathan's dogs and Juniors cheesecake

[travelstiles]

I'm Brooklyn born as well - my dad, born in 1918, had his first job at Nathan's in Coney Island - the original one. Always taught us that you've got to finish off any hot dog on a grill for that crispy outside. He also taught us that you could not reach 6 years of age without riding the Cyclone and Parachute jump - 040

[bestmickey]

with the Nathan's hot dogs. I'm glad the grocery store carries them!

Do you know that you can order Juniors cheesecakes from QVC? Just go to QVC.com and do a search. Of course, maybe you can order direct from Juniors as well. I've never had one, but hear rave reviews.

[travelstiles]

Yes, Junior's sells them online as well. I sent one to my daughter in Ohio and my son at Cornell for Thanksgiving :bigthumbsup:

[nONIE]

No insult taken, I think its all in what you grew up with and got used to. Now, I have never had a N.Y. Nathans hotdog so I could change my opinion, but for now Chicago vienna red hots are :#1:

[rdkent]

My wife was born in Brooklyn, but left at an early age. Her mother grew up there. She orders a Juniors cheesecake every Christmas, and they are excellent. Also, Nathans hot dogs are outstanding.

[travelstiles]

Nonie - let's plan a cookout and we can share NY and Chicago hot dogs! :bigthumbsup:

[nONIE]

sounds like a great idea Trav, he who has the best hotdog WINS!!!! :

[Donna]

Born and raised in Brooklyn..Still have family there..

Nathan's Hot Dogs are the Best I ever had..Their french fries are the best too..

As for Junior's Cheesecakes, OMG..

I also miss the Brooklyn Pastries, Italian Bread,Pastrami, knishes, pizza, and the STORES!!

[Sgt Mac]

Hot Dogs
#1 Sabrett normally sold on Carts now can get them in a Store

#2 Nathans

#3 Hebrew National
I too lived in Brooklyn (How Sweet it is) Ave J and East 14th St. PS 99 Moved to LI 1956 at 6

[Donna]

Bensonhurst...76th Street and 21st Ave..My best memory was the Jewish Deli on 86th Street..

Alba Pastry Shop..Joe's of Ave. U...

Moved to Staten island, then Pa...

[Sgt Mac]

How about an Egg Cream with that Hot Dog or maybe a Italian Ice