Man, my family loves those toasted New England style hot dog rolls for cookouts, but guess what? Our local grocery store stopped carrying them last month. Panic mode! I figured there had to be some place online that ships ’em, right? So I grabbed my laptop and started digging around.
First, I just googled “get New England split top hot dog buns delivered” – wow, tons of options popped up but half looked sketchy. I decided to stick with places I kinda know. Here’s the journey:
The Major Grocer Sites
Checked the big three grocery delivery places first. Searched their bakery sections like crazy, but nope – only regular hot dog buns showed up. Even filtered for “New England style” and nothing. One site suggested I try “artisanal breads” but that was just fancy baguettes. Total dead end.
The Baking Supply Surprise
Then I remembered this big baking supplies website I used for cake pans last year. They actually had them! But oh boy – shipping cost more than the buns themselves since they’re heavy. Plus minimum order was six packs? My freezer ain’t that big! Crossed that off.
The Specialty Shop Win
Finally tried some regional food websites after seeing forum suggestions. Jackpot! Found two spots that specialize in New England goods. Here’s what worked best:
- First place: Ordered two packs (16 buns total). They arrived kinda smooshed on one corner but still toaster-ready. Tasted legit – soft inside with that perfect split top for buttering.
- Second place: Shipped in those stiff bakery boxes so zero damage. More expensive but freshness was awesome – like they came straight from a Boston bakery.
Ended up reordering from both depending if I need quick shipping or pristine presentation for guests. Still cheaper than driving three states away honestly. Freezer’s now stocked with two packs at all times – ain’t getting caught without my lobster roll buns again!
