New Jersey’s Sloppy Joe Vs. America’s Sloppy Joe (POLL)

Rat Rock Nation, we need YOUR help!   We're taking a poll to determine which Sloppy Joe is superior!   Is it the traditional, American, Sloppy Joe?   Or the underrated and lesser known New Jersey Sloppy Joe?   We've got a poll below and we need your vote!   Results will be compiled and read on the air!

In case you didn't know...the New Jersey Sloppy Joe is a unique sandwich with an origin story of its own.   According to food lore,  Thomas Sweeney, the Mayor of Maplewood, discovered the sandwich while on a trip in Cuba...and he brought it back to Jersey.

Sweeney then took the recipe to Town Hall Deli in South Orange where they recreated the sandwich and left it on the menu.   And the Jersey Sloppy Joe was born.   Now, what's the difference between the two sandwiches?   Well, let's look at the tale of the tape!

The Jersey Sloppy Joe is: two types of meat (of your choice) with coleslaw, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing...on thinly sliced Rye bread.

The traditional American Sloppy Joe is: ground beef, onion, green pepper, and ketchup...seasoned with garlic powder and sweetened with brown sugar.

So...which one do YOU prefer?   Scroll down to vote in the poll right now!   BAM!

- East Side Dave

Well, who doesn't love a good slice of New Jersey made pizza?

It's no surprise that many of the food establishments in the Garden State have gained national attention over the years. Although the span of the state is 166 miles, we think you'll want to take a road trip to one or two of these hot spots very soon.

The website tvfoodmaps.com has already put together a directory of all the restaurants that have appeared on some of the Food Network's most popular shows. However, with their help, we're taking the time to highlight the featured pizza joints in the state.

Check out these famous Jersey locations below.