Born and raised in Hackensack and am 76 and ate in the Manna an extreme amt of times. It was the last place we ate before moving to Fl in 2001 just a few days after 9/11 and of course that is what everyone was talking about. I miss my town soooo much and the White Manna.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
It's definitely a special place!
@ciffman
9 ай бұрын
Unfortunately places like this are disappearing. There were a ton of great hot dog places in NJ. Most are gone.
@chucktaylor481
8 ай бұрын
Funny I moved from south Florida to Hackensack
@john-brady
5 ай бұрын
Hey - we’re still here! C’mon up…
@john-brady
5 ай бұрын
@@chucktaylor481Excellent move…
@santaclaushawkeyenj3878
7 ай бұрын
White Manna rules due to the suppliers! Meat comes from a local butcher. Onions from local farmers during season. Lastly bread from the local bakery!
@Jamesnu
7 ай бұрын
Indeed! Having great local product is a big plus.
@bb57365
5 ай бұрын
I grew up in Jersey, and met my wife there. This place is world famous, along with places like Rutts Hut. Truly icon places. 🍔
@Jamesnu
5 ай бұрын
Indeed! I still have to visit Rutts, but it's nice that these spots are still around.
@bb57365
5 ай бұрын
Steve’s sizzling steaks is also close to Rutts. Super iconic place for great steak. Babe Ruth was a fishing buddy of the original owner Steve. Billy Martin used to sit at the end of the bar. Worth the trip.
@Jamesnu
5 ай бұрын
@@bb57365 I just looked that place up and it looks like a spot for me to check out. Thank you for the recommendation!
@brandonwaagan2096
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for introducing me to a new Spot. I was always fan of the classical White Castle Sliders. But these ones actually look a lot better. More bang for the buck. And I love traversing through all of the different areas of North Jersey and Bergen County. Thanks James!
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Yeah, I like White Castle too, so it was really nice for me to check this place out. The food hits the spot!
@josephtackas3120
4 ай бұрын
Grew up a Maywood boy, went to Hackensack High, we all absolutely loved White Mana, now living in North Carolina whenever I'm in Jersey. I definitely stop back at White Mana and Rutts Hutt, make B&W Bakery a must do stop too
@Jamesnu
4 ай бұрын
Nice! Those are some classic spots!
@ryangies4798
5 ай бұрын
Nice video. Lived in Jersey City for awhile so I've eaten my weight in White Mana, not to be confused with Hackensack's White MaNNa. The Jersey City Mana is a round space age building which was actually used at the World's Fair and it's open 24/7 so that location gets the edge. Definitely a cool joint to check out for those looking to explore.
@Jamesnu
5 ай бұрын
Thank you! Yeah, I definitely have to check out the Jersey City restaurant.
@bman3794
8 ай бұрын
My friend read about this place in the book weird New Jersey. We both ate there. 😋😋😋
@Jamesnu
8 ай бұрын
Nice! It's such an iconic restaurant!
@jeremymotz4667
4 ай бұрын
Been there a million times. The best
@Jamesnu
4 ай бұрын
It's an iconic restaurant for sure!
@traecy43
9 ай бұрын
My hometown. Glad you enjoyed White Manna.
@Jamesnu
9 ай бұрын
Thank you! It was a pleasure to visit!
@richardsmith4187
8 ай бұрын
White Manna is on my foodie list of places to visit and I can't wait ! The hamburgers look fantastic along with the fries. White Manna = one of life's little pleasures LOL Great video James and you made me hungry !!
@Jamesnu
8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! Yeah, White Manna is a special place and I hope you get the chance to visit it soon.
@charlieryan1736
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for another great review 👍🏻
@Jamesnu
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! I appreciate it!
@th6252
4 ай бұрын
If you went to Cranberry Junction, you were right across the street from 2 other Hackensack institutions that are right next door to each other. One is Lido Restaurant who makes a solid NJ bar pie and the other is Cosmo’s Salumeria, and awesome Italian deli that makes amazing hero’s and a pretty solid roast beef and mutz with gravy on Wednesdays. Two of their go-to sandwiches are the #1 which is basically their version of an Italian hero (ham, Soppressata, prosciutto, gabigool,, salami) with homemade fresh mutz and sharp provolone…they make a spicy version of it on Fridays. Hackensack is low key a solid food town…but I prefer MaNa in JC🤭
@Jamesnu
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing those spots! They sound great! I'll keep them in mind the next time I'm in Hackensack.
@armandollewellyn1521
Жыл бұрын
Hackensack....Reminds me of Brewster's Millions. I believe Richard Prior plays for the Hackensack Bulls Minor League Team. So brings back good memories!!! And it's cool that Hoboken is where Baseball was Born!!! The White Manna sliders are kinda round, whereas the White Castle Sliders are kind of square-ish. But definitely looks very filling and satisfying. The onions/pickles add a nice touch for sure. Thanks for the wonderful review James. Always enjoy and appreciate you videos!!!
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Yeah, there's a lot of great places and history in Jersey. White Manna is definitely a spot to check out.
@alebroker7587
10 ай бұрын
Also in Superman, Lex Luthor aims a ballistic nuclear missile towards Hackensack
@hoppysport2872
Жыл бұрын
Just loved this video! Thank you for a trip to another unique restaurant that's off the beaten path. I've been to both White Manna places and they are equally great. NJ has some terrific spots. I live in Manhattan and have a car. Most of my grocery shopping is done there, at half the price. One place you need to try is Hiram's in Fort Lee, just over the GW Bridge. Incredible hot dogs and chili dogs. Prices are low too. Their hamburgers are alright, nothing to write home about. But the dogs are superlative.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yeah, there's some great spots in NJ! I actually plan to check out Hiram's sometime this year and I'll definitely make a video about it!
@RedTsunami-mx2mo
Жыл бұрын
I grew up in Bergen county area I miss Jersey especially WM!! They have the best sliders in the tristate!!! If you going to be in the area it is definitely worth a trip to go there
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@greenplace740
7 ай бұрын
Every time l go there The trick for the fríes is to put the salt then the pepper and then the ketchup in top while they are hot, try it! they are great that way
@Jamesnu
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tip! I'll keep that in mind for next time!
@kristoferkristensen9021
5 ай бұрын
10 to 15 White Castle cheeseburgers?! I forget you're a runner. It has to go somewhere. I would look like snake that swallowed a bowling ball. I would love to see you make some content on the running - cheers! 😁
@Jamesnu
5 ай бұрын
Cheers and thank you! Yeah, I probably will incorporate some more running content the next time I do a marathon.
@iec7587
8 ай бұрын
used to work about 10-15 away and would go once a month (was easy when you are late 20s early 30s).....delicious. I have made this style at home, very easy to do
@Jamesnu
8 ай бұрын
Nice!
@USANation01
Жыл бұрын
I just Made homemade White Manna Sliders and man it brings me Like I’m physically there
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@les5309
Жыл бұрын
I had eaten at their Jersey City location several times in years past and enjoyed the food and the quirky atmosphere. I hope you get their soon. Cheers.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yeah, I definitely want to check it out in the future!
@MP-of9hg
Жыл бұрын
Great video as always I lived I Jersey City & used to go to that one It’s a classic Great place
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yeah, I've got to check out the Jersey City location sometime! I really appreciate classic restaurants like this!
@romanopeterj
Жыл бұрын
Just discovered your channel, love the content! I live in NYC but grew up nearby to Hackensack and have never been there!
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate that! Yeah, Hackensack is definitely worth a visit, especially to eat at White Manna.
@lb1983ify
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely magnificent. I think you mentioned you had to transfer at Secaucus. What train/rail line did you take from NYC to Hackensack. I wonder if there is a easy way to get to Patterson from Manhattan. Thanks James.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I forgot which train I took to Secaucus, but a lot of the Jersey trains stop there. At Secaucus, I transferred to a north bound Pascack Valley train which took me to Hackensack. I'm not sure if there's a train that goes to Patterson, but I think there might be a bus which goes between the city and the Port Authority Bust Terminal in NYC.
@lb1983ify
Жыл бұрын
@@Jamesnu - Thank you very much!!!! I really appreciate this information. You are the Best!!!!
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
@@lb1983ify Thank you! I'm happy to help!
@stevestevens336
Жыл бұрын
There was a white mana in Harrison NJ, not sure if it's still there, but it was when I lived in Kearny.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing!
@richardgelber2740
Жыл бұрын
Hi again, James. What I find amazing about your reviews is that almost all of them are of places that I've been to and liked, or at least have heard of... and you're from Chicago. (No knock against Chicago; I've been there many times and like the place.) I did not know, actually, that Hackensack was the original location of White Manna... and Hackensack is familiar territory for me: I've spent a lot of time in and around Lodi and Hasbrouck Heights, beginning almost 50 years ago! (Also see "Movin' Out" by Bill Joel.) Now I've driven past the Jersey City location many times, but never stopped in. That location, of course, is on Tonnelle Ave, which is used to get between the Lincoln Tunnel and the Holland Tunnel, among other things. As far as I know, the name Tonnelle Ave. is pure coincidence, but you pretty much have to have spent time driving around this area to know where it is.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! It makes me happy to hear that you've liked a lot of the spots I've visited. I really enjoyed White Manna and I really have to go to the Jersey City location sometime. The story of the two restaurants is definitely pretty interesting. I was amused to learn that the reason why the Jersey City restaurant only has one "n" in "Mana" was because of an error when their sign was serviced. Both restaurants however, seem like iconic establishments!
@kevin7151
Жыл бұрын
Nice video James. Looks like you are spreading out to other areas outside NYC. I haven't had the pleasure of having a meal at White Manna, but will certainly do so when I am in the neighborhood. I also saw your video about living in Astoria. I grew up there on 45th Street and 30th Ave and went to St. Joseph's as a kid. Great Greek restaurants on Ditmars as you well know. I like Taverna Kyclades, but you can't beat most others in the area. Stay well.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yeah, I'll go anywhere for good food and White Manna was a great spot! Absolutely! I really like Greek cuisine and I've been spoiled living in Astoria with so many amazing options with Taverna Kyclades being one of them!
@kevin7151
Жыл бұрын
@@Jamesnu I feel your pain on the cost of rent in NYC. Many folks moved to Astoria, LIC and other locales as Manhattan went through the roof. Forest Hills is a good option as well as Bayside. I lived in the West Village on Charles Street for about 5 years and moved after I got married. Many fond memories.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
@@kevin7151 Yeah, it can be tough with how expensive things are out there. I haven't explored Forest Hills or Bayside yet, but I've heard great things about those neighborhoods.
@brodypilcher3643
Жыл бұрын
Well that looked all good and made a whole day of eating…I prolly woulda had to hang around for few more them beers lol…good job man and keep it up
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yeah, I wish I could've stayed longer. It was such a nice day out and I really liked that brewery!
@PatriciaRoggero
Жыл бұрын
Love your videos thank you
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate it! And thanks always for watching!
@2Wheels_NYC
Жыл бұрын
Nice afternoon! I've heard wonderful things about White Manna, but haven't been. If you like that vibe, try Louis' Lunch in New Haven (CT), or All American in Massapequa on Long Island... I literally drive from Queens often just to go there. But, I can walk to my local White Castle, so I have that going for me😂
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Haha! I'm still a fan of White Castle too! White Manna is definitely worth checking out sometime. I've been to Louis' Lunch and really enjoyed it! I've never been to All American, but I just looked it up and it seems like a place that I would really like! Thanks for the recommendation!
@2Wheels_NYC
Жыл бұрын
@James Andrews Always sir!
@s_przybylowicz
Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure if that ice cream shop is bright or colorful enough 😝
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Haha! Yeah, it could use a coat of paint.
@robertk2007
Жыл бұрын
I've noticed that burger places never have good fries. I think it's by design so it doesn't take away from the burger. In n out, shake shack have terrible fries. If you want good fries go to a bar that serves mussels and frites or steak frites to get good fries
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
I never thought about that, but yeah, it does seem like there are a lot of great burger places where the fries don't match up to the quality of the burger.
@jam-lm1sz
5 ай бұрын
I just took a look at it and i thought its one of the best. It looks like a perfect buttered croissants cooked.
@Jamesnu
5 ай бұрын
They're very good!
@tomahern8967
Жыл бұрын
A solid video! The burgers are nothing special but still delicious - definitely worth trying.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yeah, the burgers are good, but it's the combination of the classic restaurant atmosphere and the affordable prices that make White Manna a place to try!
@QIKUGAMES-QIKU
Жыл бұрын
Awww REAL TRAIN BOX BURGER JOINT
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
It's a neat place!
@NoahEats
Жыл бұрын
Should just order more!!!
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Haha! Next time I know better!
@jasonpeterson8
6 ай бұрын
Seriously, Dude…. You left that one pickle???🧐😂
@Jamesnu
6 ай бұрын
Haha! I guess I did.
@vladhilling6697
Жыл бұрын
They look delicious! Seems like it would take about 5 to fill someone up😂.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Oh yeah! The burgers go down very easy!
@QIKUGAMES-QIKU
Жыл бұрын
1:58 A SLICE OF CHEESE IS WORTH MORE THAN A BURGER ! ?????😮❤ CHEESE SANDWICH IS MORE EXPENSIVE THAN A HAMBURGER
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
I didn't notice that at first. That is pretty crazy!
@ciffman
9 ай бұрын
The two locations are totally different. H has better burgers. JC serves the cheesesteak on white toast, and it is really good.
@Jamesnu
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the perspective! I definitely want to try the JC location sometime.
@ciffman
9 ай бұрын
@@Jamesnu I believe there used to be 4 locations at one time. Another for you to try is 30 Burgers. It’s a small chain in NJ their burgers are quite good. Also try Rocco’s in Roxbury Township. Their burgers are very good. Excellent fries.
@Jamesnu
9 ай бұрын
@@ciffman Thanks for the recommendations! I'll keep them in mind.
@vuyko.z.polonyny
9 ай бұрын
A bit off-topic, but here I go... I have not been to Hackensack location, and strongly suspect that it has nothing in common with JC location. Visiting JC location on Tonnelle Ave my singular thought was if I will get food poisoning,-- I did not. Nevertheless, the burgers was utter sh!te. I seriously can not believe anyone with a single tastebud will recommend JC White Manna. Unless you were subjected to this atrocity as a kid and have some nostalgia, there is nothing to do in JC location.
@Jamesnu
9 ай бұрын
Fair enough. Yeah, everyone says the Hackensack location is the one to eat at.
@guzelking
Жыл бұрын
Hey, in one of your old videos, you visited the dosa man in ny. Could you please tell me how can I contact him. It would be of great help. Would be so so much grateful.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
His Twitter account is under the name Thiru Kumar @nydosas. You might be able to contact him there.
@guzelking
Жыл бұрын
@@Jamesnu Heartily thanks a lot! :)
@KATONKA...
6 ай бұрын
Sinatra ate there
@Jamesnu
6 ай бұрын
I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing!
@ryanawilson8549
7 ай бұрын
I realize it does nothing to the taste, but I just can't get behind crinkle cut fries.
@Jamesnu
7 ай бұрын
Fair enough. Besides, the burgers are the true highlight of the restaurant.
@XrayRomeoPoppa
8 ай бұрын
Did you smell of onions when you left?
@Jamesnu
8 ай бұрын
I'm not sure, but if I did, it was worth it.
@XrayRomeoPoppa
8 ай бұрын
@@Jamesnu agreed. I grew up in that area and everyone knew not to eat inside because you left smelling of onions. We would eat in our cars. Im glad you enjoyed it.
@hj8272
10 ай бұрын
When was the last time you ate real burger, poor soul? Those are not hamburgers, fries packed without gloves... Are you sure this is NJ, not Jakarta? Oopss, same places.
@Jamesnu
10 ай бұрын
Those are definitely solid burgers, maybe you should watch some of my other burger videos then.
@raydric1111
Жыл бұрын
Burger is OKEEEEEYYY. But ppl who works there RUDE ASF. You wait 30 minutes to get a slider.. No thank you. absolutely overrated place.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
That's frustrating. Luckily I had a positive experience, but I could imagine it getting a bit hectic over a weekend.
@raydric1111
Жыл бұрын
@@Jamesnu I wish i can give you some recommendations in jersey but jersey unfortunately not a great spot for foodies. Birdies hot chicken / Parsippany or Brooklyn Star Pide / Paterson NJ ( go there and order 2 lahmacun, you would surprise how delicious is it.
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
@@raydric1111 Those still sound like some nice places! I appreciate the suggestions. Thank you!
@ScottD44
9 ай бұрын
Great Great Channel Brother 👍🏼👍🏼
@Jamesnu
9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@borispeper6981
Жыл бұрын
Hi James, really enjoyed your video. No secret you like coffee. Me myself is on a matcha trip lately, which has faaaar more caffein than coffee and the preparation with the littlebroom is a whole experience. Do you think you can check out some cool Matcha spots in NY and share with us? Best regards
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Oh yeah, coffee is the best, but I like matcha too. There's a number of great matcha spots in NYC. I'll keep it in mind, and hopefully, I can incorporate some of them into a video.
@straightupsauce9210
Жыл бұрын
Great Video!
@Jamesnu
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@beataannanowak659
3 ай бұрын
Niech wam bóg wynagrodzi w Żydach ortodoksyjnych którzy maja po 12 dzieci
@jam-lm1sz
5 ай бұрын
In texas, but best burgers are up north hands down.
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