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I ate at The Cheese Pit during a trip to the Fremont Sunday Market. The staff were welcoming and pleasant to interact with. Luckily I didn't have to wait too long to receive my order, as it was raining with no available covered areas. I ordered the Turkey Bliss, which was good overall, but the quantity of ingredients in it made it very messy to eat. My hand was covered in oil and sauce by the end of it. And it was a bit pricey for a grilled cheese sandwich... after tip/tax it was around $16. read more

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super friendly staff, super nice, as well patient despite having to work out in rainy cold weather (went during an event) had a few options for various grilled cheeses including vegan options, & had some options for drinks & sides to go along. we got the normal grilled cheese, & it was the most amazing, melt in mouth worthy grilled cheese. not to cheesy, not hard bread, fresh tasting, & not greasy / super buttery : all the perfect components - it felt like it was made with much love & heart ! 100/10 would recommend, & would love to try more from them ! read more

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I don't actively seek out grilled cheeses but every time I see them on social media, I want to drool a bit. The Cheese Pit really hit the spot and satisfied those cravings. The cheese pull was not as exciting as I've seen, but the taste was mouthwatering. We got The Old Skool and Meat Luvva's. The Old Skool - a fantastic, basic grilled cheese on sourdough which is key. Cheese pull was weak here but loved each bite. Meat Luvva's - this was surprisingly filling, but I should've expected that with all the meat. A sweetness accompanied each bite due to the honey mustard which could be disguised as maple syrup if I was blind folded and only had one bite. It was pretty sweet. Each bite was full of meat so they did not skimp nor layer poorly. read more

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Kyle C.

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Have a back up Plan! I would give Brian and the Cheese Pit a zero rating if I could. Booked Brian and the Cheese Pit Food Truck for my son's graduation party. He was a no-show. Left 60 people hanging. No text, no phone call, no email. The only way I found out was calling after he was supposed to have started serving. He claimed his truck broke down, didn't have my contact information (although we had communicated to each other multiple times), and said it was too difficult to organize contact information so he didn't call/text/mail. Zero accountability from Brian - all I got was "the dog ate my homework" excuse. Left me to fend for myself. Shout out to Flying Pie in Issaquah for saving the afternoon with Pizza. read more

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Tejal B.

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I have been so looking forward to trying out this food truck. They update their locations on FB page. This time around it was a place that was near to me and I couldn't miss. We reached them at South Lake Union Saturday market with many other good eats food truck. Reached their as early as we could to avoid traffic. Got parking after a while and rushed to the truck. We ordered their:- The pepper bomb - OMG! It was bomb be it in flavor and spiciness. The sauce that they apply to the sandwich pairs so beautifully with the hotness from the jalapenos. Soft sourdough bread with melted cheese sweet tangy sauce and spicy jalapenos. I was in heaven. My husband who is not a cheese person, (I know, how could he not, hehe) loved grilled cheese for the first time ever. It was that good. The quantity for the price is less, but what they gave was worth the price. Cant wait to visit them again when they are nearby. read more

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I'm going to start with how incredibly excited I was to finally try the Cheese Pit. I am a cheese fanatic and I would constantly see their food truck parked in Woodinville but never open. The moment I realized they were actually open in down town I cleared my calendar and made some lunch plans. I had the Turkey Bliss, with extra cheese of course - which includes turkey breast, bacon, swiss cheese and a honey-garlic mustard sauce. It was pricey, but I was willing to pay. At first glance I was satisfied with the amount of cheese and at first bite I was impressed with how they seemed to grill the turkey along with the cheese. It immediately went downhill from there. There was SO MUCH honey-garlic mustard sauce I couldn't even hold the sandwich to eat it, sauce was dripping out from every side. It was a mess. And it completely overpowered the turkey and the cheese. I ended up having to eat it with a knife and a fork. I'm not sure what type of cheese-lover would ever consider drowning out the taste of the cheese with garlic and mustard....but the fact that they did when their name implies they are a cheese pit makes me sad. It felt a little deceiving. I was so disappointed with my experience, especially after anxiously waiting to give these guys a shot. I'll give them another chance again, and try something different or perhaps ask for light sauce next time, simply because I refuse to accept that a food truck with the name "Cheese Pit" could be this underwhelming. read more

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Ellen T.

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Food is maybe 3.5 stars but the 45+ minute wait for 1 sandwich at 1230 seems like either poor planning or bad service.

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They label the Goodie 2 Shoes as vegan and it's not. She said it has butter and when I asked if they could leave it off they said there was butter on the grill and didn't offer to clean it. It's not vegan and shouldn't be labeled as such. I waited in line for 30 minutes to order before they told me their vegan option is NOT vegan. read more

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Angelica F.

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Perfect for a cold winter day. Lots of flavor without all the saltiness! Go for the turkey bliss :)

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These grilled cheeses are quality! I love a good crispy grilled cheese, and there are different options of the style you might like. Highly recommend visiting their website to order online! Whether from the food truck or ordering online, I've only had amazing experiences engaging with the owner, the customer service, and the food! read more

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The customer service was appalling. The staff were unbelievably rude and displayed clear racist behavior. At a family-friendly trunk and treat event on 10/26, a child asked a simple question about whether the bread they serve contains egg. The woman didn't even bother to check and dismissed the child outright. If they choose to participate in family-friendly events, they must know the ingredients of the food they serve and treat everyone equally, regardless of age. This kind of behavior is unacceptable and needs to be addressed immediately. **Please do not bring this truck to any future events. read more

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Chad V.

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Great food. The turkey bacon cheese sandwich is great. Always enjoy eating here when I can find the truck.

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Stacie E.

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3 years ago

Do not book for a private event! They cancelled day of because they lost their truck keys and the venue was too far away! Of course we booked them far in advance. We had 300 people. Clearly an unreliable company. Don't count on them to show up. So unprofessional. We had to order pizza. What a disappointment read more

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They were a last minute no show for a company picnic catering contract. How rude is that? Unbelievable. As if we couldn't make our own grilled cheese sandwiches had we known. Hungry people standing around everywhere waiting for an alternative thanks to this business that ruined our picnic. read more

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I can't review the food because they didn't show up to our event. They canceled 15 minutes prior to the time they were supposed to be serving food to 200+ people. Who does that! Their food is probably good but think twice before hiring them to cater your event. One star is way to generous so they get a negative 1 star for all the stress they caused. Can you imagine getting that call as your guests are starting to arrive. read more

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This is the first time I have ever seen it open. The girl working there was very nice. I ordered the turkey and cheese sandwich (with light sauce), and she inquired whether I wanted to throw in the tomato soup for a small upcharge (3$). Both were really good. It was a little spendy but that makes sense given they have to pay the nice employee to work there and for the increased food costs. I definitely think it was on par or better than Panera. read more

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Steven W.

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Customer service is key.... would like to have tried the food, but they closed down early. Supposed to keep truck open til 5pm at our job site, but closing up before.. I understand that it's ALMOST closing time, couple of us had late days and straggled in.. Guess don't need my patronage, so just saying... Customer are what keep you going.. would of liked to be a customer... sorry I couldn't be.. 2 stars because I heard food was good... read more

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Josh F.

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I attended a corporate event yesterday and Cheese Pit was one of 2 trucks that was scheduled to be there. Employees arrived on site, but owner had the keys to the truck and couldn't be bothered to bring the keys or truck because they had to watch the Seahawks get clocked by the Rams 30-13. I'm sure this was incredibly embarrassing for the employees, but if this experience is any indication, they're probably used to their boss screwing them over. Because there was only 1 food truck as opposed to 2, there was a massive line of people and it took individuals up to 45 minutes to get food. The other food truck (Now Make Me a Sandwich) was great and had the work ethic, integrity, and gumption that the owner of Cheese Pit obviously doesn't. Fortunately this inability to follow through on a commitment couldn't ruin our picnic. However, I will attribute the Seahawk's poor performance to being in the same building as this individual and their contagious apathy. read more

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Teri C.

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This is one of the best grill cheese sandwiches I have ever had. We ordered the spice bomb and the turkey and each was unique and interesting. The spicy one wasn't that space and in fact was packed with flavor. I especially enjoyed the honey siriacha sauce. It was so good I forgot to take a picture until I had almost ate it all. Oops read more

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Have been following this truck over the last few years since I discovered at Paradiso in 2018! Seriously the BEST grilled cheese you will ever have. I was driving down the street today in Seattle and saw them parked off to the side and damn near slammed on my breaks to make a U-turn. Stop if you ever see these guys, you won't regret it. read more

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Not reliable. Attempted to have these guys out for a major event. We double checked, in writing, that they would be there and on time. They confirmed that yes, they would be. We offered them $100 to be on time. The day of the event, right as we were expecting them to arrive, they called and said they'd be an hour late. Then, later, they said they would be four hours late. We told them to not show up at all. My personal opinion, but the owner sounded stoned on the phone. I also suspect they double booked another event to start at the same time they were supposed to be leaving our event, and were going to try and bail on us early to get there. Recommend you not rely on The Cheese Pit to keep their word. Check the photo for a screenshot of part of a conversation with them. read more

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This was hands down the best grilled cheese sandwich we've ever had! We got the Cheese Luvva and it really was "melded together into cheese heaven"! Loved every bite!! read more

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AMAZING! Would give 10 stars if I could. I got a sweet baby rays and it was incredible! They were super friendly too! Best grilled cheese ever read more

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You guys where at the Taste of Edmonds. My wife had the old Skool and I had the Turkey Bliss. They where great. You guys did a fantastic job. Bread was good they where not overcooked. I will look for you guys again. read more

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I attended a Birthday event of my Niece & Nephew this past weekend, they had the Cheese Pit truck out, and set up in my sisters driveway. The food was simply delicious, and they had a variety of yummy sandwiches to choose from. If you see them out & about make sure to grab one of their delicious cheese sandwiches! read more

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I'm dairy free and gluten free. I figured a grilled cheese food truck wouldn't be able to accommodate my dietary needs, but I was fully ready to indulge and suffer the consequences because the smells coming from their truck were absolutely intoxicating. To my surprise they offer the "Goodie 2 Shoes" sandwich on gluten free bread and vegan cheese.. I was BLOWN AWAY by the flavor and even more so by the customer service.. It can be awkward ordering when you have food sensitivities.. You get the occasional eye roll or sigh that something has to be taken off or swapped out but these folks were super understanding and great to conversate with. 5 stars for flavor and friendliness!!!! I'll be stalking their FB page for updates on venue locations so I can get another DELICIOUS sandwich!!! read more

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Not reliable. A lot of folks drove a good distance (in pouring rain) to indulge in their sandwiches on Sunday, at a location that they confirmed they would be. At the last minute they bailed! It was very unprofessional! I definitely would not recommend booking them for an event. read more

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Hands-down the best grilled cheese sandwich I've ever had! Lots of cheese really great bread and lots of options with me or vegetarian. Totally worth it! read more

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I had the privilege of trying nearly EVERY sandwich on the menu over the weekend. Everything was so delicious and such a treat!

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We had the Cheese Pit out for a private event last weekend, and it was fantastic! Brian, the owner, was very responsive to my inquiries leading up to the event, he arrived to the event 30 minutes early, he and his staff made delicious grilled cheese sandwiches that pleased our whole crowd of children and adults alike, and their service was fast and friendly. Brian checked in with me at the end of the evening to make sure everything went well. Additionally, despite the estimated guest count I initially communicated to Brian, he charged me for the minimum amount based on the number of sandwiches ordered, and I appreciated his honesty. We would gladly have The Cheese Pit back for events in the future, and we will likely visit them wherever they may be setup for pop-ups. Highly recommend! read more

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Excellent customer service and the samdwich delicious!!! Thanks for your kindness and willingness to arrange my order!!!

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Excellent service, I first experienced their food at the Everett Boeing Plant. Instantly hooked and my favorite is the Sweet Baby Ray's. My coworkers get the Turkey Bliss or Meat Luvvas. Favorite food truck out all the ones that show up. Good customer service and tasty food. read more

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More info about The Cheese Pit

5600 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
University District
Directions
(206) 300-2529
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https://www.TheCheesePit.com

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Hours

What time does The Cheese Pit open?

The Cheese Pit opens at 10:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Cheese Pit close?

The Cheese Pit is closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.The Cheese Pit closes at 4:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri ClosedSat-Sun 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Payment methods

Does The Cheese Pit take Bitcoin?

No, The Cheese Pit does not take Bitcoin.

Does The Cheese Pit take credit cards?

Yes, The Cheese Pit takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Cheese Pit have catering options?

Yes, The Cheese Pit does have catering options.

Does The Cheese Pit serve alcohol?

No, The Cheese Pit does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does The Cheese Pit allow dogs?

Yes, The Cheese Pit allows dogs.

Does The Cheese Pit have TVs?

No, The Cheese Pit does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Cheese Pit have bike parking?

No, The Cheese Pit does not have bike parking.

Does The Cheese Pit have outdoor seating?

No, The Cheese Pit does not have outdoor seating options.

Does The Cheese Pit have parking?

Yes, The Cheese Pit has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is The Cheese Pit wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Cheese Pit is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Cheese Pit have free WiFi?

No, The Cheese Pit does not have free WiFi.

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