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    Cruiser 's Pit Beef

    4.5 (52 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Karley B.

    It had to be done. I had to know how Cruiser's compares to Chaps. Jeremy and I were over at Tradepoint Atlantic, checking out the wreckage of the bridge, and decided to get a little snack before we headed to the park. Friends had just visited Cruiser's the week before, and had warned us not to get the hamburger, so we ordered a pit beef sandwich to share. Jeremy got it topped with raw onions and barbecue sauce. He brought me a small container of horseradish. It was fine. A bit dry. Since it was sauced before the employee wrapped it, Jeremy didn't think to bring me a container of sauce, too. The horseradish is fantastic, though. Makes your brain feel like you've been electrocuted - which is exactly how I like it. We prefer Chaps, but not the location in Glen Burnie. You need to go to the original location to get the top-notch sandwich. Personally, I think getting the Cruiser's sandwich cooked medium was the issue. I've had better pit beef sandwiches at carnivals. So if you like your sandwich more on the pink side, don't order medium. Jeremy ate the majority of the sandwich, and enjoyed it. I'm sorry. I just can't work up any enthusiasm about it.

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    Ahra J.

    We checked this spot out after a hike nearby and it was a great find ! We got their 2 meat sandwich, a hotdog, burger, cream of crab soup & fries! The sandwich and hot dog were so delicious! Very tender and flavorful!! The burger was done too well for our liking and ended up being super dry. In the midst of ordering so much food for 2 ppl we realized afterwards the cashier never asked how we wanted to burger cooked. Oh well! The fries were delicious too but what fries aren't ? I also took a quick step back to childhood as they had Linden cookies so snagged one of those as well!

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    Teresa M.

    Great spot for lunch after hiking at North Point State Park. The meats were good, we tried the pit beef and put ham. I love pit ham. The house made sauces were delicious, I forget the name of their main house sauce but it was really tasty! Only complaint is the Kaiser roll was a bit dry and fell apart while eating, I wish it was on a potato roll instead. Fries were delicious! They have a lot of options on the menu, good looking deserts and tons of chips and miscellaneous items to purchase at the counter. For instance we got a container of local honey for a really good price! The food did take a while, so don't be in a rush to get in and out here! There were a few people ahead of us, but it seemed like everyone was waiting a while for their orders. Lots of room to sit and eat.

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    The food is excellent! It is just a walk away. The workers are very friendly. The e-menu is easy to maneuver .

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    2 years ago

    It's a hidden gem! A whole in the wall with tons of charm and flavor! Its as simple at that 10/10

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    Food great service is quick! Lots of sauces for sandwiches available for def should check this place out

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    i love the food the employees are kind the owners are kind food gets done quick unless its a busy day

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    Best cheesesteak in town. Real meat and it has w smokey taste to it. Delivery was fast and the homemade fries was good also

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    Just got done eating half a rack, words can not describe how amazing they were! Would highly recommend!

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    A friend told me to try it out we weren't disappointed with the sandwiches we got everything was on point

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    The place doesn't look very polished, but man, they do have the absolute best pit beef around

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    One of the best places for BBQ and more. I love their roast beef. If you are looking for good food this is one of many that I recommend.

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    So damn good. Can't recommend enough. The pulled pork is the one thing I would stay away from. Real good food!

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    First time here. Awesome pit beef sandwich. Absolutely delicious! Will definitely stop again.

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