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More from Best of NJ<\/strong><\/p>\n North Jersey<\/strong><\/p>\n Bricklane Curry House<\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: Jersey City Junior\u2019s Pizza<\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: Oakland Central Jersey<\/strong><\/p>\n 22 West Tap & Grill<\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: Bridgewater Pappa Pancho\u2019s Pizza<\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: Edison RU Hungry<\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: New Brunswick (Also in Newark) Jersey Shore<\/strong><\/p>\n The Chicken or the Egg<\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: Marlton, Beach Haven Hoffman\u2019s Ice Cream<\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: Point Pleasant Beach, Spring Lake Rosalita Roadside Cantina<\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: Englishtown South Jersey<\/strong><\/p>\n Genova Pizza<\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: Audubon The Kibitz Room<\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: Cherry Hill NJ\u2019s Best Food Challenges FAQs<\/p>\n What\u2019s the Spiciest Food Challenge in New Jersey?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <\/p>\n The undisputed fire-breathing king is the Phaal Curry Challenge at Brick Lane Curry House<\/strong> in Jersey City. Made with multiple super-hot peppers (including ghost and scorpion), it\u2019s so intense the chefs wear gas masks while cooking it. Handle with caution.<\/p>\n Which Food Challenges Involve Fat Sandwiches?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <\/p>\n RU Hungry<\/strong> in East Brunswick is the originator of the fat sandwich, and their challenge dares contestants to eat 5 sandwiches in 45 minutes. Meanwhile, Junior\u2019s Pizza<\/strong> in Oakland offers their own Fat Sandwich Challenge, requiring eating two 14-inch sandwiches in under 20 minutes.<\/p>\n What is the Craziest Pizza Challenge in NJ?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <\/p>\n Undoubtedly, the one at Genova Pizza in Audubon<\/strong>. Their 10-Pound Pizza \u201cSandwich\u201d Challenge features two full Grandma-style pizzas sandwiching layers of meat, cheese, and sauce. For spicy eaters, Papa Pancho\u2019s Pizza in Edison<\/strong> offers a Spicy Pizza Challenge using Naga chili paste.<\/p>\n Are There Any Dessert-Based Food Challenges in New Jersey?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <\/p>\n Yes! Hoffman\u2019s Ice Cream<\/strong> in Point Pleasant Beach and Spring Lake offers the Octopus Sundae Challenge. 8 scoops of ice cream, 8 toppings, and a whipped cream octopus, all to be devoured in under 8 minutes.<\/p>\n What is the Best Food Challenge at the Jersey Shore?<\/strong> <\/p>\n The Ludicrous Wing Challenge at The Chicken or the Egg (aka The CHEGG)<\/strong> in Beach Haven is legendary. Challengers have 15 minutes to eat 12 wings smothered in a sauce that hits 3 million Scoville units. We recommend wearing gloves.<\/p>\n Click Here To See More Best of New Jersey Lists<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n
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Challenge<\/strong>: Phaal Curry Challenge
Details<\/strong>: Some like it hot, but for those that like it unreasonably hot, there\u2019s the Brick Lane Phaal Curry Challenge. The restaurant claims this is the hottest curry in the world, so prepare (both mind and body) accordingly. To add to the drama of this challenge, the curry is so spicy they cook it wearing a gas mask. The restaurant also makes challengers sign a waiver before attempting the dish. The Prize: Anyone with the intestinal fortitude to finish the curry receives a (much needed) free beer and picture on the Wall of Fame.<\/p>\n
Challenge<\/strong>: Fat Sandwich Challenge
Details<\/strong>: While not the original home of the fat sandwich (we\u2019ll get to that in a bit), Junior\u2019s Pizza is no slouch in the enormous food department. Their Fat Sandwich Challenge tasks hungry challengers with eating two 14-inch sandwiches in 20 minutes. No help from others, no bathroom breaks: Just two sandwiches and unlimited drink refills. The good news is challengers can select any two sandwiches they desire from 5 different options. Winners have their meal comped and get their picture on the wall. Losers pay $36 and live with the dietary consequences.<\/p>\n
Challenge<\/strong>: 22 Ultimate Burger Challenge
Details<\/strong>: Burger lovers can take their infatuation to the next level at 22 West Tap & Grill. Their \u201c22 Ultimate Burger Challenge\u201d gives glory-seekers 30 minutes to eat a loaded burger and side of fries. The burger contains two patties, two pieces of fried chicken, pork belly, mac & cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and an onion ring on top for good measure. The mac & cheese is in a skillet beneath the burger, and the fries or tots come on the side. Successful challengers earn a free t-shirt (and presumably internet bragging rights for life).<\/p>\n
Challenge<\/strong>: Spicy Pizza Challenge
Details<\/strong>: Moghul Express is an Indian, Thai, and Chinese restaurant. So what\u2019s the deal with the restaurant hosting a pizza challenge? It turns out the building is home to Moghul Express, The Bake Shop (an Indian-inspired bakery) and Papa Pancho\u2019s Pizza. The latter specializes in both Indian-inspired pizzas and gelato, and hosts a popular Spicy Pizza Challenge. Challengers must eat a 12-inch pizza doused with Naga Chili Paste (300,000 more Scoville units than a ghost pepper). Winners receive 5 free pizzas as well as a spot on the Wall of Fame.<\/p>\n
Challenge<\/strong>: \u201cThe Challenge\u201d aka Eat 5 in 45
Details<\/strong>: RU Hungry is the world-famous inventor of the fat sandwich and a cornerstone of New Jersey\u2019s culinary creations. So it\u2019s no surprise they have a food challenge that dares hungry competitors to mighty monstrosities. Simply known as \u201cThe Challenge\u201d, challengers must Eat 5 fat sandwiches in under 45 minutes. Challengers can select their preferred sandwiches to eat. The prize is a holy grail amongst food challenge enthusiasts: The right to create and name a sandwich that remains on the menu.<\/p>\n![\"Octopus](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Octopus_Sundae_Challenge.png\")
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Challenge<\/strong>: Ludicrous Wing Challenge
Details<\/strong>: The CHEGG is among the Jersey Shore\u2019s most popular destinations for wings. So of course the restaurant ups the ante with a popular food challenge. Enter: The Ludicrous Wing Challenge. Anyone crazy courageous enough to attempt it must eat 12 breaded wings covered in Ludicrous Sauce in under 15 minutes. How hot is the Ludicrous Sauce? Nothing too hot, just a mere stomach-melting 3 million Scoville units. Challengers can drink milk or water and can also wear gloves. This is considered one of the most extreme challenges in America.<\/p>\n
Challenge<\/strong>: Octopus Ice Cream Sundae Challenge
Details<\/strong>: We\u2019ve talked a lot about challenges that crank up the heat on this list. So it\u2019s high time we cooled things down with a more stomach-friendly food challenge. Hoffman\u2019s Ice Cream is a staple of the Jersey Shore. Their Octopus Ice Cream Sundae Challenge is a tantalizing test for even the sweetest tooth. Challengers must endure a brain-freezing 8 scoops of ice cream, plus 8 toppings, topped with a whipped cream octopus. All in under 8 minutes. Those that can survive the elements earn a free t-shirt and get their picture on the Wall of Fame.<\/p>\n
Challenge<\/strong>: Kitchen Sink Burrito
Details<\/strong>: The food challenge at Rosalita is a fiesta for the mouth. Challengers ordering the Kitchen Sink Burrito have to contend with a 5-pound behemoth made with 5 flour burrito tortillas, 1 scoop of chicken, 1 scoop of marinated pork, 1 scoop of beef, 3 scoops of Mexican rice, 3 scoops of black beans, and lots of shredded Mexican cheese; topped with red enchilada sauce, more shredded cheese, lettuce, fresh Pico de Gallo, guacamole, and sour cream. Eat it in under 20 minutes and it\u2019s free, fail and it costs $38.99 (plus the price of pride).<\/p>\n
Challenge<\/strong>: 10-Pound Pizza \u201cSandwich\u201d Challenge
Details<\/strong>: Perhaps one of the most famous spots on this list, Genova Pizza is no stranger to the limelight. Their famous square grandma pizzas have been seen across many local news networks, and are the subject of frequent viral attention on social media. But what isn\u2019t as well known is their 10-Pound Pizza \u201cSandwich\u201d Challenge. This challenge takes 2 Grandma-style cheese pizzas as a bun, and fills it with any choice of meat, lots of cheese, and marinara sauce. Anyone who eats it in under 45 minutes gets the $70 meal for free, plus a free hoodie.<\/p>\n
Challenge<\/strong>: The G.B.M.F. Challenge
Details<\/strong>: The Kibitz Room challenges hungry patrons to go big or go home with The G.B.M.F. Challenge. With 30 minutes on the clock, the challenge requires devouring a massive deli sandwich. The G.B.M.F. is loaded with corned beef, pastrami, turkey, roast beef, brisket, cheese, and veggies. The challenge also includes one order of potato salad, one order of coleslaw, and one of each pickle. Win and it\u2019s free, and get immortalized on the Wall of Fame. Lose or tap out and take it home, and there\u2019s a $100 charge (plus the incalculable cost of shame).<\/p>\n