I'd go 10 stars if I could. Food and service was amazing and the atmosphere is absolutely perfect…read morefor a pit beef joint (that also serves a ton of other food btw). Reggae playing and plenty of seats. Don't worry if you forgot to add something to your meal because the staff will get you taken care of. I work in the area and already told my crew they have to come check it out. Amazing place. Clean, relaxed, good food and good people 10/10. Oh and get the fries...

Authentic pit beef sandwich. Very tasty. Most take out but there are plenty of seats/tables inside…read more Ambiance is casual, not quite divey. Menu is fairly large. In addition to the pit beef sandwich our group got the pit beef cheesesteak. I would definitely get that next time! A lot of different sauces are available to spice up your beef. Staff was friendly and helpful with ordering for us first timers.

TLDR: Bigger space, same legendary pit beef. Still one of the best sandwiches in Baltimore, and the…read morenew location makes it even easier to enjoy. If you're talking Baltimore pit beef, Chaps Pit Beef has been a staple for years, and after coming here for over a decade, I can confidently say it still delivers every single time. Their new location, just a stone's throw from the original humble shack, is a huge upgrade. You get the same iconic food, but now with a much larger dining room that actually makes it easy to bring a group without fighting for space. It's the best of both worlds. Same old school flavor with a more comfortable setup. On my most recent visit, I stuck with my go to. A loaded hoagie absolutely packed with pit beef, corned beef, sausage, and turkey. It's massive, messy in the best way, and exactly what you want when you're craving something unapologetically Baltimore. I paired it with a large order of fries, which were piled high and perfect for sharing. Decided to switch it up a bit and try the Holy Cod fish sandwich too, and that ended up being a sleeper hit. Huge portion of crispy fried cod, topped with fresh coleslaw on a soft bun. Not something you usually go to Chaps for, but honestly worth ordering. Everything came out crazy fast, which is always impressive considering how busy they can get. Quick stop at the condiment bar is a must. Load up on the free pickles, onions, Carolina Gold mustard, and that tiger sauce. The horseradish and mayo combo just hits different on pit beef. Bottom line, Chaps might not be a hidden gem anymore, but it doesn't need to be. It still outperforms most spots in the pit beef game and continues to be one of the best sandwiches you can get in Baltimore.

We visited on Monday and were really disappointed. The pit beef and corned beef both tasted old and…read morewere very tough--honestly, barely chewable. It didn't even have the smell or feel of a proper pit beef place. Customer service also needs improvement. The cashier taking our order seemed more focused on watching the baseball game on TV than helping customers. It might be worth turning the TV off near the counter so staff can give customers the attention and service they deserve. Overall, not a great experience.

WOW!! Best wings I've had in awhile!! The B'more wings with the old bay bbq sauce was so good!! I…read moredon't eat pork so appreciated the fact that the collards were cooked with smoked turkey. The Mac & cheese was good as well but the smoked wings took the cake! It was made to order & the staff amazing !! I highly recommend this spot in the cross street market in Fed Hill.

I haven't had good authentic bbq in a while. I'm from the south and I know good bbq when I taste…read moreit. The ribs were so good. This was my first time trying food from Southern N Smoked. I will definitely be back. I saw a good review on Tik Tok so I decided to give it a try. The fried Mac and cheese and the loaded fries are popular items. I will certainly be back to try it. The service was great. The staff was super nice. I believe the business is black owned as well. And the peach half and half wow!!! So good. I can't wait to go back.

Three of us came, we got smashburger and cheesesteaks. Everything was wonderful. Fries are…read moreperfectly done with salt and pepper...the cheesesteaks were not very greasy, fresh pit beef used to make. The burgers are always great

I was in the Dundalk area by chance and decided to give Smokin' Joes Grill a shot after seeing…read moreothers' reviews. I think it's worth mentioning that I've never had pit beef before so I am by no means an expert as to what's good or not. I will also say however, that what I ordered, the open face pit beef sandwich with mashed potatoes and gravy was ok. The entire plate was swimming in gravy so that took away from what could've been a better meal. I did ask for gravy on the whole sandwich and the mashed potatoes (because the picture on their website looked like gravy only came on the mashed potatoes and I do like a little extra) but I wasn't expecting a to-go box literally full of gravy, so that's probably my fault. The texture of the beef mixed with all the gravy and mashed potatoes was a bit unpleasant and soupy and I periodically had to pick burnt bits and foil out my mouth so that also took away from the experience. They seem to have a pretty vast menu and I had no idea what I was going to get when I walked in. The young lady that took my order was very friendly and helped me come to my decision so the customer service was good and I appreciated her patience with me. As far as ambiance goes, while I was waiting for my order, there was an older man waiting for his order that was yelling at the tv about how Joe Biden hasn't done anything for this country and that Trump only told the truth. I try not to get caught up in politics with strangers because it really can be off putting but what can you do. I wouldn't do the gravy with a side of open face pit beef sandwich again but there's so many other options I'd like to try in the future should I find myself in the area again. A man that was also waiting for his order said he really like the ribs.

This food truck comes to my job frequently, so I've eaten here a few times this year. They prices…read moreare ok, I would argue they are a little on the higher end, compared to the portion sizes. The service is fast and friendly, with is expected for a food truck. I am not a big BBQ person, but I have tried the loaded fries and the nachos which they top with brisket, chicken or pork. The truck is pretty consistent, there was only one time that I wasn't completely happy with my order, because my fries were greasy and soggy. Today, I had the brisket nachos. The taste was very good, although I wished my brisket was served warmer. All and all, Menke Boys BBQ is a quality food truck. Perfect for a quick grab and go lunchtime meal. Give them a try.

Ribs were very good, tender and flavorful. The Mac and cheese however looked very good but just…read moretasted like buttered noodles. It definitely needs more cheese or a stronger cheese and salt. Overall I would come back.

Always great. Always nice with the kind service and the quick turnaround. Great pulled pork,…read moretremendous cornbread and beans and greens. Just an outstanding menu. They got a customer for life. I look forward to my once a year overindulgence

Delicious BBQ! We stopped in on a whim as we are new to the area and had some of the best BBQ we've…read morehad in a long time. My husband had the brisket platter and I had the pulled pork sandwich. Both were outstanding. The brisket was tender, juicy and flavorful. Per my husband it would have been a crime to put sauce on it because the meat was so flavorful itself. My pulled pork was equally as tasty and I loved the vinegar sauce. It brought me back to my college days in NC. We will be repeat customers for sure!

Great little spot in Hampden a few blocks from the Avenue and on the way to the light rail if…read moreyou're planning on going to a game downtown. I'm a pescatarian so I haven't tried their BBQ meats (the friends I've brought have raved about their brisket) but they do have a vegan jackfruit sandwich that's solid and I love their Mac and cheese. I normally go to sit at the bar and enjoy their cocktails and whiskey selection which is one of the best near me. They have a great selection of some of those hard to acquire bourbons and quite a few exclusive barrel picks. The last time I was in, my buddy and I finally tried their Buffalo Trace and Rittenhouse picks on their own (as opposed to my standard Manhattan) and I ended up taking a bottle of their Rittenhouse home.

I was really excited to try Blue Pit BBQ after seeing it named Maryland's 2026 Best BBQ Joint, but…read moremy experience was super disappointing. Service was friendly and welcoming upon walk-in, but that was the best part of our experience. The food sadly did not match the reputation. EVERYTHING came out lukewarm, the brisket was overcooked and dry, cornbread was burnt and hard, greens had no seasoning, and the baked beans were overwhelmingly vinegary. The bratwurst was underwhelming with no real snap, and even the B-side drink was way too sour. The mac & cheese and coffee BBQ sauce were the only good items of our entire meal. I really hope the kitchen staff was having an uncommon off-day, because this visit didn't reflect the recognition at all. Our meal was a compete letdown, so I hope they improve for future diners soon. PS - There is an upstairs and a downstairs, but if you sit upstairs, you have to order your food downstairs - they do bring the food up to you though.

Love this place! THE BEST food! Brisket, chicken, pork,…read moresausage - it's so hard to choose, because they are all SO good. Friendly, helpful servers; comfortable booths, tables, bar seating. Reasonable prices. Always glad we went!

We drove from Windsor Mill after seeing the Yelp ratings to try this place. What we ordered: spare…read moreribs, brisket sandwich, and pit pork sandwich. The spare ribs and brisket were very good; the pit pork was disappointing -- mostly smoky with little other flavor. They only offered one tomato‑based BBQ sauce; I'd recommend adding more tomato‑based sauce options for variety. Sides: the French fries were excellent, reminding us of Five Guys, and the coleslaw was delicious. Service: our waiter Mike was friendly and helpful. Comfort and access: the seating needs better padding -- the chairs were uncomfortable -- and parking is in the rear with no sidewalk to the entrance, forcing you to walk along the street near traffic. Overall, a solid meal with a few areas for improvement.

Okay 1st off, You know how myself and our ppl of color are…read more.. So when I 1st put a fork full of the macaroni+cheese... I fell back and did a slid down in my chair - I mean A FULL OUTTA BODY EXPERIENCE!!!! I'm telling Yal' that food was Sooooooo Gooooood. The Ribs was like heaven right here on earth .... I'm talking PERFECTION!!!! THE yams was good too; and I didn't even get a pic of the their fried and crispy sweet brussel sprouts.... Just do yourself and your friends, and family and your cousin too.. Just go on down or up to The Train stop Smokehouse!!!!!

I got a brisket sandwich. It was $32. A side of macaroni…read moreand cheese and a side of collards. The sides... 3 out of 10. Flavorless. The meat great the sauce. Amazing service was quick and fast. I got my food to go but people were sitting down, eating, kind of cramped in there, but... yeah I didn't stay so I can't really comment

This place deserves at least 10+ stars! After looking at the…read morelocal Yelp Collection, I said, "Hey," this 1 is nearby, let's go, and so we did. They have a steady flow of customers, many regulars, and of course passersby who see the cars in the lot. Many parked cars mean good food, and this turned out to be a treat. Go up the steps and see the basic menu clearly posted with prices, order at the screened window. Cash discount, but they do take cards and offer a military discount. The orders are prepared as given, and all is fresh. My husband wanted the 2 sausage sub...10", green peppers, and fried onions. It was slightly spicy-Italian sausage. This was the combo for about $15, which comes with fresh cut fries and a soft drink. They were kind enough to give a free refill of Pepsi products. He loved it and half came home. Oops, they forgot the fries, so I went back, and they made them up. I got the Pit beef, rare, raw onions, and horseradish on the side in a little cup. Huge and delicious. I melted into pit beef lala land. Then the daydream began, we ate at a picnic table out front, devouring the fries and watching the busy world go by. Time paused for us. Condiments, many of them, are available on a high bench opposite the order window. Yes, even malt vinegar for your fries! We will definitely be back.

Ordered medium temperature pit beef. The beef was so dry,…read morechewy and no flavor whatsoever!!!