"dogs in every state, consider this your destination for the Garden State. Hot Dog Johnny's stands in a town that might trigger giggles from the kids, Buttzville, but that's all part of the charm. Hot Dog Johnny's boasts over 80 years of history, a perfectly retro look and vibe, a fuss-free and welcoming atmosphere, tasty hot dogs, refreshing birch beer, and even older, more unique traditions"
"Hot Dog Johnny's was founded in 1944 by John Kovalsky. He ran it with his wife, Louise, and they were so dedicated to their family-friendly business and the art of an ideal hot dog that they did this even while John worked full-time during the day as a miner. They moved to the restaurant's current location in the 1960s, and eventually passed the stand down to their daughter Patricia Fotopoulos. Hot Dog Johnny's remains family-run to this day."
"The star of the menu is the "ripper" hot dog - different regions around the world have their own hot dog varieties, and this is New Jersey's. Rippers are deep-fried, so their skin bursts or "rips" a bit, and they're satisfyingly snappy to bite into. But it's the offering of buttermilk as a beverage that raises the most eyebrows at Hot Dog Johnny's. Yes, you can drink buttermilk, but for all its rich creaminess, it's got a tang people either love or hate."
Hot Dog Johnny's is a family-run hot dog stand in Buttzville, New Jersey, founded in 1944 by John Kovalsky. The stand has operated for over 80 years and moved to its current location in the 1960s before passing to daughter Patricia Fotopoulos. The menu centers on New Jersey's deep-fried "ripper" hot dog, prized for its snappy skin. The stand preserves retro charm and a welcoming, fuss-free atmosphere. Beverage offerings include refreshing birch beer and the older tradition of ice-cold buttermilk, whose richness and tang complement the savory hot dogs.
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