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    Big Bob's City Grill

    4.5 (139 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican
    Closed • 11:30 am - 7:00 pm

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    Quiet
    Divey
    Casual
    Dogs allowed

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    Cheese steak
    Davia N.

    Yes, I've reviewed Big Bob's before, but it hits every time. Tried the cheese steak for the first time and it surely won't be the last. The food was ready quickly, it was accurate, and tasted great. Easy ordering and pick up. Always a great go to.

    Chrissy A.

    I'm so mad at my friends for not telling me about this place sooner. Like, I'm literally a little ticked off at a few of them that I told about this place and they're like, "Oh yeah, I know...they're amazing!" And you didn't tell me??? Whatever. We came here for lunch and both got the cheeseburger with a side and drink....this ended up being about 2.5 each! The quality and quantity of food that you get for the amount you pay cannot be beat. The cheeseburger was as big as my face! And the okra was to die for! (My husband did say that he wasn't a big fan of the fries but only because they tasted like they were fried in the same oil as the fish.) When you pull up to this establishment, it's not much to look at...and honestly, neither is the inside. BUT everyone is very friendly and did I mention how cheap and good the food is? I'm looking forward to our next visit there. I definitely want to try the fried porkchops and the fried fish. And no matter what I'll be getting a side of okra (only $3!!!)

    Big Bob chili cheeseburger
    Tracy S.

    It's a small hole in the wall with six tables and big big food. I highly recommend it.

    The Duke. Chili Cheeseburger all the way, add coleslaw.
    BJ W.

    I am mad as hell!! How yall gon have this delicious ass food and no where to sleep it off?!!! The itis hit as soon as I took my first bite of my burger! Not to mention, the burger was the size of a slice of meatloaf, seasoned to perfection, with a pound and half of chili on top! One of jesus's black disciples was back there in the kitchen with all the ancestors blessing the hands that prepared that food. Look here people, if you want a bomb burger (btw, I got the "Duke'- Chili Cheeseburger) made hot, fresh and from the spirit of the ancestors, come on down to Big Bob's and get it to-go. I could only eat half the burger and needed the bed for a nap so I can finish the other half, LOL!

    Hamburger steak with pinto beans and mashed potatoes with gravy.
    Holly U.

    All the food there is always amazing! They're friendly and always accommodating. Feels like home.

    Food is AMAZING ! And portions are phenomenal. I hope they grow. Everything on the menu is good

    Outside Big Bob's
    Ashlee J.

    When you pull up, do not be put off by the size of it because this place is cranking out big flavor! The gentlemen inside were so friendly and fast, I did not wait long, at all, for my food. There are few tables to eat at inside but mostly what I saw, and what I did as well, was carry out. I knew I was coming for a burger, the only decision I had to make was hamburger, cheeseburger or bacon cheeseburger. I went with the bacon cheeseburger, came up to about $13 and came with fries and a drink. The gentleman at the counter confirmed everything I wanted on my burger and I patiently waited. My order came out and the gentleman behind the counter showed me my order, I laughed, he laughed and then gave me utensils so that I could cut this massive burger in half!! This burger was juicy, the bacon was crispy, the fries were crunchy with the perfect amount of seasoning salt. I wish I could've eaten the entire plate but I just couldn't and I don't know many that could. Let me tell you, one regret I have is that I do not live closer to this place. If you're driving down 85 between Mebane and Durham or Chapel Hill, do yourself a favor and stop here, keeping in mind, they close a little early!

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    Best burger you can get. Thought i was given too many ketchup packets but were needed for the huge burger. Fries are great too.

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    Great food great service great atmosphere. The food is amazing and plentiful. I drive from Durham to eat here

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    Picked up chitlin dinner yesterday and it was very good will be going back thanks to my co worker

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