Visit The Charcoal Pit, The Small Town Diner In Delaware That's Been Around Since The 1950s
By Carol Jarzyna|Published April 22, 2021
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I am an avid traveler-- of both the United States and the world. My favorite spots are U.S. national parks, big cities, and anywhere I can practice my French. I have traveled to all but a handful of states and enjoy photographing the beauty I see along the way.
The Charcoal Pit, or simply “the Pit” as it’s called by locals, serves all the best diner fare and more at the North Wilmington location that started in 1956. It quickly grew from a teeny-tiny burger bar and even has a second location and a hearty menu today. Whether you’re golfing, tubing down the Brandywine, or going into the city of Wilmington, fuel up here first, so you’ll have plenty of energy to do it.
This Wilmington institution was an instant hit when it opened in 1956. Just a short time after opening their tiny four-table restaurant, its founders had to expand to a larger space with room for 115 customers.
The Charcoal Pit has all the standard items you'd expect for an eatery started in the '50s, along with modern selections like delicious turkey burgers and quesadillas.
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The Grilled Corned Beef Reuben is another customer favorite.
Tender corned beef with just the right amount of sauerkraut is what makes this sandwich so popular. Furthermore, there is so much variety on the menu that everyone at your table will find something they like.
Deciding which to try is hard. You can ask students from nearby Salesianum or Brandywine for a recommendation, but they may be biased! Of course, the Salesianum Sally is delectable, with marshmallows and butterscotch, and the walnut-topped Brandywine Bull Dog tastes just as good. But don't forget the seven other shakes on the menu! They are as fantastic as the schools for which they are named.
If you're up for a BIG challenge, dig into the Kitchen Sink.
This massive sundae contains 20 scoops of ice cream, banana spears, chocolate syrup, crushed pineapple, cherries, walnuts, and whipped cream. You'll want to bring a few friends to share!
A meal at the Charcoal Pit is sure to fill you with both delicious food and camaraderie. Sample all of the tried-and-true recipes at either location. You’ll be planning your next visit before the first one is even over! Learn more about The Pit on its website or Facebook page.
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