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Big Lug Canteen

American Bar, Vegan Hoagie

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Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Enjoy outdoor patio seating especially for groups or casual hangouts.
  • Good to know: Be aware that vegan options may be limited or not always available, so call ahead if vegan availability is important.
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  • Try the vegan hoagie but specify vegan to ensure it is prepared correctly.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention pizza, beet salad and bread.

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Also breadsticks, fries, fundido, poutine, tenderloin, wings and cheeseburger.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for good value and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards

About

Big Lug Canteen is a casual American brewpub known for its rotating craft beers and wood-fired pizzas like the tropical chorizo with mango. The venue has a lively atmosphere with outdoor patio seating and accessible facilities, attracting solo diners and beer enthusiasts alike. Recent reports indicate vegan offerings have become limited or unclear, though the vegan hoagie and black bean burger have been mentioned in prior menus.

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1435 E 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46240

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–22:00
Tuesday
11:00–22:00
Wednesday
11:00–22:00
Thursday
11:00–22:00
Friday
11:00–23:00
Saturday
11:00–23:00
Sunday
11:00–21:00

the food

3.6 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Poorly marked
staff
Basic understanding
protein
black bean, impossible burger

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

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