Do you remember going out for a meal at the soda fountain as a kid? If you grew up in northern Delaware, chances are you went the Charcoal Pit as a kid to celebrate a report card or enjoy a post-game meal with family. If you haven’t been to the Pit since you were a kid, make it a point to get back there and you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time. No wonder it’s Delaware’s favorite burger bar!

Wilmington's Charcoal Pit is a landmark diner and burger bar in Delaware that's been part of the landscape since 1956.
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Though it's been updated over the last few decades, the "Pit" still remains a retro establishment that has been a favorite Delaware of families for celebrations, date nights, family lunches, and dinners out.
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The menu is full of classic diner fare, like reubens, salads, sandwiches, and burgers.
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You can even get a Philly style cheesesteak here! The menu is packed with locally inspired comfort food.
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Though there is a lot of tasty food on the menu, the Charcoal Pit is truly known for serving the tastiest burgers around. You can get a classic cheeseburger, or a special loaded with toppings like this Kennett Square mushroom burger.
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Along the same lines, chili dogs are popular picks, too. Whether you want a burger or a bratwurst, you'll find something on this old fashioned menu to meet your tastes.
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Don't forget to save room for some ice cream! Like any good soda fountain, the Charcoal Pit serves up mouthwatering malts and enormous ice cream sundaes.
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Find more information about this classic restaurant on its website or Facebook page. Visit the Charcoal Pit either at their retro original location, or their more modern Sports Bar spot nearby. Either way, you’re sure to have a tasty meal that reminds you of childhood meals at the Pit.

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Charcoal Pit, 2600 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803, USA
714 Greenbank Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808, USA