Callahan’s, a northern NJ institution in the realm of hot dog joints, has closed its last location this month, on Route 46 in Little Ferry. The small chain was begun by Artie Castrianni in 1950 in Fort Lee. That site and one in Hasbrouck Heights also closed. Really stinks for me, I used to get a burger and fries there for lunch. Leaves only places like the great Rutt’s Hutt in Clifton and a few Stewart’s locations and places similar as old time NJ eateries.
Callahan’s website while it lasts…. http://www.callahanshotdogs.com/main2.htm
Also reported on the Second Helpings blog http://njmg.typepad.com/foodblog/2008/06/bad-news-along.html
I’d never heard of Callahan’s before.
I can’t believe Rutt’s Hut is still around though. The original roadside stand was opened in 1928 by Royal “Abe” Rutt and his wife, Anna. Eighty years and still clogging people’s hearts with deep-fried hot dogs!
I’m from north jersey. i loved your place in fort lee. I always had a yoo hoo, hot dog, and french fries that were great also. i have a portable kitchen. i’d love to know your recipes on dogs and fries. i live 300 miles north of jersey. i think they would make a hit. i’m 63, just starting out on a new venture. i’m looking forward to hearing from you. 603-231-8636. thank you
As of April 2015, a new CAllahans has opened in Norwood, NJ, by the
Grandson of the original owner! It’s very busy place so get their early! Open every day except Monday.