Iconic retro diner w/ legendary roast beef sandwiches, custom 'cheez' sauce, & milkshakes. A taste of classic NYC since '71.
A Brooklyn institution since 1971, this retro diner is celebrated for its fast-food style roast beef sandwiches, which can be customized for doneness and cheese. Beyond the signature roast beef, the menu also features milkshakes, onion rings, and mozzarella sticks, though pizza is not recommended. The unique ambiance, with its ochre-colored booths and chandeliers, adds to the classic American diner experience.
The highlight is the roast beef sandwich, often customized with 'cheez' sauce and praised for its value. Cottage fries, milkshakes, and onion rings are also recommended. Pizza is specifically not advised.
"The roast beef sandwich is a standout, with an option to add 'cheez' sauce. Cottage fries, milkshakes, and cheeseburgers are also frequently recommended."
Customers generally have a positive and nostalgic view of the restaurant, praising the quality and value of its roast beef sandwiches and shakes.
Important Note
While generally well-regarded, some commenters feel the restaurant has become expensive over time, and one mentioned issues with their bread going stale.
"The roast beef sandwich from Roll n Roaster is recommended."
Positive"Roll n Roaster is suggested as a contender in the discussion for best French Dip."
Positive"This commenter criticizes Roll n Roaster, stating that their bread goes stale."
Negative"During the summer, the commenter stops at Roll n Roaster in Sheepshead Bay on their bike route from Williamsburg to Jacob Riis beach, noting they offer free water with a bike helmet."
Positive"Recommended for its 'cheez' option, suggesting to ask for extra cheese to make the burger very cheesy."
Positive"This user stated they prefer orangeade."
Neutral"This user mentioned enjoying cheese fries and lemonade from Roll N Roaster, even while sitting in traffic."
Positive"This user suggested going to Roll N Roaster and eating the food on a bench with a view of the bay."
Positive"The commenter mentions enjoying cheese fries and burgers at Roll N Roaster as part of a trip that included visiting farmers markets."
Positive"This establishment was mentioned as a potential location for birthday freebies. No specific details about the freebie were provided."
Neutral"The commenter expressed excitement that Roll N Roaster was mentioned in the list."
Positive"This establishment is suggested as another option for good roast beef sandwiches."
Positive"Suggests going to Roll n Roaster."
Positive"This commenter stated that Roll n Roaster is worth a wait, but it's typically no more than 10 minutes. They also mentioned the cheese fries and lemonade as a good snack for traffic."
Positive"This user mentioned Roll n Roaster as a place they occasionally wait for, noting that the wait is usually not too long, about 10 minutes maximum."
Positive"The reviewer is addicted to the cheeseburgers and orangade at RollN Roasters, noting it hasn't changed since the 80s."
Positive"RollN Roasters looks great and offers a good American experience."
Positive"RollN Roasters is suggested as a good American dining experience."
Positive"The user emphatically states Roll N Roaster is their last meal choice, hands down."
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