The White Manna in Hackensack is known for its slider-like burgers.

Add fries to the list, as the Jersey roadside icon appears on The Daily Meal's best fries in America list.

The White Manna's fries are ranked 39th on the web site's list of the nation's top 50 French fries. The Manna's fries "satisfy the munchies with its fresh fries, served with or without cheese,'' says the web site.

The nation's best fries, according to the Daily Meal, can be found at the Breslin Bar & Dining Room in New York City. Chickie's & Pete's in Philadelphia ranked number four, while the Village Whiskey, also in Philly, came in at number 7. Two other NYC restaurants placed in the top 10 - Balthazar, at 5, and Minetta Tavern, at 9.

Fries in general, says The Daily Meal, can range from "mealy and soggy to super-crisp and perfectly golden.''

What makes a great fry?

One that's cooked in fat "that's just the right temperature,'' according to the web site. "Then the soft, fluffy interior, filled wth potato that's cooked through but not dried out or raw-tasting. The color also comes into play -- the best fries have that mouthwatering golden-brown hue.''

The 50 fries on the list are so good "they don't even need ketchup,'' it continues. The Daily Meal's ranking derived from previous lists, and input from editors and contributors.

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