The Barbecue Pit
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About
Located in El Cajon, United States, The Barbecue Pit is a Restaurant. Cuisine: BBQ & Grill. Known for brisket, ribs. It is closed on Sunday. Price range: budget-friendly. For a quieter visit, come by on a Monday. Also offers delivery, takeaway. Rated 4.5★ from 685 reviews, it is among the best-reviewed spots in El Cajon.
From the venue’s own website: “The first Barbecue Pit family restaurant opened on December 16, 1947, inside the Maryland Hotel on 6th Avenue in downtown San Diego.”
Menu highlights
- Small (3 ribs)$19.99
- Small$3.99
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- Our Menu
- Dinner & Sandwich Plates
- Value Meal
- Soup and Sandwich
- Soups: Navy Bean or Split Pea
- Chicken Plates
- Brisket Menu
- Pork Ribs
- ribs with a pint of side order
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Barbecue Pit?+
The Barbecue Pit is located at 2388 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020, El Cajon.
What kind of place is The Barbecue Pit?+
The Barbecue Pit is a Restaurant in El Cajon serving BBQ & Grill.
What are The Barbecue Pit's opening hours?+
The Barbecue Pit is closed on Sunday.
Is The Barbecue Pit open on Sundays?+
No, The Barbecue Pit is closed on Sundays.
When is the best time to visit The Barbecue Pit?+
It is busiest on Saturday and usually quietest on Monday.
How expensive is The Barbecue Pit?+
The Barbecue Pit is generally budget-friendly.
What does The Barbecue Pit offer?+
The Barbecue Pit offers Delivery, Takeaway, Wheelchair access, Family friendly.
Location
What diners say
88% of ratings give 4 stars or more. Dishes diners recommend include brisket, ribs.
Summarised from themes in recent Google reviews.
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