The Pit Stop

Still Open

Merrick, New York

4.3 (596 reviews)

Tucked away in Merrick, New York, The Pit Stop has been serving up American and Sandwich that’s good enough to land a feature on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives with Guy Fieri.

The restaurant was featured in Season 11, Episode 5 — an episode called “A Little Twisted” that first aired in 2011.

The Food Network segment “Guy Fieri Eats a Cuban-Style Sandwich at the Pit Stop | Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives | Food Network” has been viewed more than 132K times on YouTube, giving food fans a taste of what makes this place worth the trip.

With a solid 4.3-star Google rating and more than 596 reviews, it’s clear that The Pit Stop delivers a dining experience worth talking about. The menu is budget-friendly, making it accessible for a casual meal or a special outing.

You’ll find The Pit Stop at 1706 Sunrise Hwy, Merrick, NY 11566, and you can call ahead at +1 516-223-7799. The restaurant is open seven days a week. Check out their website for the latest menu and hours before you go.

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives has been one of the Food Network’s most popular shows for nearly two decades, and a feature on the show often transforms a small, local restaurant into a destination. For The Pit Stop in Merrick, New York, the exposure brought food lovers from across the region — and many who watched the episode made a point to stop by.

For fans of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — or anyone who simply loves great American — The Pit Stop is a worthy addition to any New York food tour.

Address: 1706 Sunrise Hwy, Merrick, NY 11566

Phone: +1 516-223-7799

Website: https://www.thepitstopgoodeats.com/

As Seen on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

The Pit Stop was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Season 11, Episode 132 — “A Little Twisted” (aired January 31, 2011).

Google Rating: 4.3/5 (596 reviews)

Cuisine: American, Sandwich

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Appearances

Season 11, Episode 5: A Little Twisted (January 31, 2011)

Food Types