User:ALnMar/AJ's Burgers (History)

AJ's Burgers & America's Favorite Foods
AJ's Burgers is a family oriented restaurant located on North Avenue in New Rochelle, NY.

The Wedge Inn
The Wedge Inn was a landmark truck stop in the Bronx. Built in 1940, and open 22 hours a day, it soon became a popular hangout for a diverse neighborhood. Transportation varied in those daysm local horseback riders tied their horses to the hitching post, truck drivers filled the lots with tractor trailers, and late at night, drag racers fortified themselves before blocking off a nearby section of the Hutchinson River Parkway. Alan Cohen (AJ) owned and operated the Original Wedge in from 1989-1997. He revived many of the old traditions, as well as adding his own specialties.

Thru-Way Diner
AJ began his career at the age of 13, in the Thru-Way Diner. At the Thru-way, he learned food service fundamentals as he bussed tables and trained under the helm of the original "Don" of the Don Diners empire.

AJ's Burgers & America's Favorite Foods
AJ combined personal and neighborhood favorites, along with national favorites from researching America's food trends, to create AJ's Burgers & America's Favorite Foods. AJ's menu offers Italian specialties from the Original Wedge Inn, breakfasts from the Thru-Way, and fresh cut fires, sliders, burgers, and pizza.

Awards
Zagat Rated

Voted #2 Best Restaurant in Westchester County (Urbanspoon.com)

Voted #1 Best Burger Joint in Westchester County

External Links

http://ajsburgers.com/