A True NJ Classic The Bendix Diner

New Jersey is famlously known for its' diners. Almost every town has one, each more flashier than the other. However there is one original that exists - the Bendix Diner in Hasbrouck Heights ,New Jersey, a stone's throw from Manhattan. This diner has even been in a few movies along with being in "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" .Yet it;s the owners and the food that make it truly amazing.

It is Chris Dukakis and his mom Eva that make the Bendix a friendly home away from home. They provide all diners with friendly talk along with great homemade food. There's no need for fancy menus that other NJ diners have. They cook the basics which is just fine. The soups never change , Anyday of the week you can get fresh homemade chicken , split pea or black bean soup. Chris also features Greek specialties like moussaka along with American staples such as meat loaf and pot roast. TheBendix is know for it's hot sandwiches.Their grilled cheese is inspired,resembling more of a croquet Monsieur ,delicately grilled a golden hue and perfectly crunchy .They also have excellent BLTs that are just towers of bacon,lettuce and tomatoes while the egg sandwiches are just heaven.All of them can be served with a delicious side of homemade plank fries.These are cut with the skins still on them and are the perfect fry.The exterior is crispy while the inside is mealy and soft.Diners usually eat them first, that's how good they are.There are also fried corn fritters that are a mix of kernels and batter.End it with a home baked berry turnover that Chris baked himself. Jersey has huge variety of diners.However only a few are up to snuff.TheBendix is one of these.It is a classic with classically good food.