Try Belmont Tavern on Bloomfield Ave Bellville NJ

Very inexpensive and incredible pork chops

I haven't been to the Bronx places PB mentions but

The Tavern is probably pretty similiar, cash only , 50+ year history ,

Simple menu , good portions , real old skool etc.

The shrimp are actually named after Beeps in philly NJ faction

As an app id recommend shrimp beeps and pot cheese cavetelli

And jumbaylaya pork chops for entree ( it's off menu )

Also American Bistro on Washington Abe in nutley . Huge portions and fabulous food and this is where Nicky skins wore a wire in the philly / Gambino meet .
Great food.

In NY go to Bianca's on bleeker street , it's a secret gem in NY . I'd be very happy to hear if anyone knows this place as they know their shit