Picture this…It’s late at night and you’re hungry. Maybe you had a drink or two, maybe you’re just craving something other than what’s in your pantry. All the neighborhood eateries are closed…EXCEPT the local diner. Ahhh, salvation from starvation. You head over, happy. Thank goodness we’re from the Garden State! When you get to the diner, what do you order? According to a recent study, there’s a pretty good chance you’re ordering disco fries. You may order something else, also, but it seems this is our go-to snack.

Disco Fries are french fries topped with gravy and cheese. Depending on where you dine, they may be topped with cheddar, mozzarella (my favorite), gruyere... The gravy varies, as well.
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Poutine's cooler cousin, sans cheese curds, they're a diner staple that New Jerseyans can't get enough of.
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How did they get their name? Easy! They love to dance. Or, more likely, they're the snack we're craving at night after the disco (club).
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The dish has made some major waves, having been featured on the Food Network, the Rachel Ray Show, and in Saveur Magazine. So where can you find the best?
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Many agree that the Tick Tock Diner in Clifton takes the top spot, with extra thick fries and the perfect balance of mozzarella cheese and brown gravy. The diner was recently ranked among the best late night dining spots in the US (#2) and was visited by the Rolling Stones just last week. According to Mick Jagger, they had Taylor Ham, Egg & Cheese, Disco Fries, and Sloppy Joe to go! Address: 281 Allwood Road, Clifton, NJ, 07012. Hours: 24 Hours
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Tops Diner is another favorite, serving up massive portions. Address: 500 Passaic Avenue, East Newark, NJ, 07029. Hours: 7 a.m. - midnight on weekdays and 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. on weekends.
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If you're in South Jersey, don't skip Meadows Diner. They've got Disco Fries, Pizza Fries, Chili Fries, Old Bay Fries, and more. Address: 101 S Black Horse Pike, Blackwood, NJ, 08012. Hours: 6 a.m. to midnight on weekdays and 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. on weekends.
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Have you tried Disco Fries? Where’s your favorite place to get them in New Jersey? For another Garden State favorite, check out our list of the best Pork Roll in South Jersey or the best Taylor Ham in North Jersey.

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