Some dining spots immediately feel welcoming, and The Cross-Eyed Cricket Watering Hole carries that easygoing energy. Sitting along 20565 Northeast Brinson Boulevard, this is the kind of eatery that quietly becomes part of people’s routines over time. There is usually a familiar rhythm throughout the day — commuters in the morning, casual visitors during lunch, and slower conversations later in the evening. And for many guests, that familiarity matters.
The menu at The Cross-Eyed Cricket Watering Hole balances familiarity with enough variety to keep repeat visits interesting. Guests can discover selections such as 1 Meat 1 Side, 2 Meat 1 Side, 2 Meats 2 Sides, BBQ Plate, Banana pudding, Brisket Chili, Brisket by Pound, Cheesey Brisket.
1 Meat 1 Side - Choose from our selection of smoked meats + 1 side. , making it a convenient option for casual dining. 2 Meat 1 Side - Choice of 2 meats from the smoker + 1 side , making it a flexible selection for different appetites. 2 Meats 2 Sides - Choice of 2 meats from the smoker + 2 sides , making it a practical choice throughout the day. BBQ Plate - Smoked pork, brisket, pork belly burnt ends, 1 sausage + choice of 2 sides. House pickled red onions and pickles, Dr. Pepper BBQ and vinegar sauce, , making it a convenient option for casual dining. Banana pudding - Brown Butter Nilla wafer crumble, crispy cereal, fresh banana and vanilla bean whipped cream , making it a flexible selection for different appetites. Together, these items reflect a menu designed for flexibility and everyday dining.
The operating schedule allows guests to stop by across multiple parts of the day.
The surrounding area around The Cross-Eyed Cricket Watering Hole also contributes to the overall atmosphere. Visitors nearby may come across amusement arcade such as Sun Mountain Fun Center , bar such as The Cross-Eyed Cricket Watering Hole , bar such as Northside Bar & Grill , beauty such as Tan Republic , beauty such as Meringue Skin Spa , beauty such as Polished Nail Lounge , cafe such as WildRoots CoffeeHouse , cafe such as Perk Avenue .
Food lovers exploring the area may also notice nearby dining options including Wubba's BBQ Shack (0.4 miles away) , Sweet Herb Dim Sum (0.5 miles away) , Shari's (Bend) (0.6 miles away) , Sonic (63076 North Highway 97) (0.6 miles away) , El Rancho Grande (1.2 miles away) .
For those wanting to browse everything available before visiting, the full selection of menu items can be explored here: View Full Menu .
The relaxed atmosphere ultimately becomes part of what keeps people coming back.