Last Sunday my father and I went scouting for his next vehicle all along rt. 202's illustrious row of car dealerships close to the PA/Delaware border. Seeking SUVs, we meandered the majority of the dealerships along this portion of the highway designated Wilmington Pike (superhighway to Wilmington DE).
On our return trip we saw an interesting humble trucker spot on the side of the road called Jimmy John's. Huge light up letters suspended on the side of the train-car style building read FAMOUS FOR FRANKFURTERS. The menu was up on traditional plastic light up signs behind the counter like an old 1950s McDonald's.
Inexpensive prices such as $3.75 for a cheesesteak, $2.45 for dogs, and $1.95 for french fries provided a very modest feeling to the oldschool establishment. We decided to partake in a cheesesteak and the "special frankfurter" their house specialty. This hot diggedy dog is served topped with chili, cheese, and bacon. The natural casing had a delicious smoky satisfying flavor. The cheesesteak was nicely chopped steak with plenty of cheesy goodness melted overtop. Served in a basket with help yourself ketchup dispensers, there was a definite rustic aura to this small brick mom 'n pop business settled in a near nowhere spot on 202.
Having started in May of 1940 as a little hot dog stand, and continuing to grow to be the full building with dining for nearly fifty people, Jimmy John's is a for sure candidate for Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. I give this place 5 stars for incredible food, a very unique niche, and bravery for the plain dining area in train-car theme. I can see why they're famous for frankfurters, this place is full of flair.
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