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Big Lug Canteen

4.3 (709 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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9-21-25 #yum #ReviewsByRL
Raena L.

Sep 21, 2025 Went to Big Lug last Tuesday (9.16.25) for a quick lunch. They're located on the southside of 86th right off the Monon in Nora. Although they have really nice shaded outdoor seating near the trail, we opted for a booth in the bar area. I will say the booths are not the most comfortable (benches are narrow and a little far away form the table) --so a table is a much better option. We ordered chips and queso to split. I got the burger special of the day, which had cheddar, bacon, and jalapenos on a pretzel bun. For my side, I got the brussel sprouts. My friend got a regular cheeseburger and curly fries. Our queso for the chips was not even warm. They quickly brought us another - but that one was the same temperature. We told someone - weren't upset about it, but wanted to let someone know because it seemed like maybe a warmer wasn't plugged in our something. But I'm not sure the person we told understood what we meant (it wasn't our regular server.) No biggie, just fyi. My burger, the spice level, cheese, bacon and bun were very tasty. The brussel sprouts were good as well, and my friend enjoyed her dish, too. Great lunch place. #yum #ReviewsByRL

Loaded Nachos!
Sydney

The service here is absolutely amazing and the staff brings a real family make yourself at home vibe. Be sure to go upstairs and check out the brewery! The food came out VERY quick. It was also incredibly fresh all around and absolutely delicious. Price was very fair for the large portions. 10/10 will come again.

Nashville hot chicken tacos, hot honey Brussels sprouts, a flight of beer, chicken tenders & curly fries.

The beer is solid. I love the throwback in Topanga. The Nashville hit here is legit hot. Kiss of death stuff. The curly fries are epic good. Next time I'm going for something a little more mild and a HUGE order of curly fries.

(Seasonal) Lemon Chicken Salad (half size!)
Kristen B.

Arrived late on a Saturday, and kitchen still open! Don't let the name fool you, as I was hoping for a salad & cider--I was not disappointed! Menu variety was nice, and seasonal specials as well. Full bar in addition to their Big Lug products-would definitely return! Service efficient & friendly.

Cheese Curds
Kendell M.

This place exceeded my expectations! Overall, the food was delicious and the indoor/outdoor element they provide is awesome. I ordered the 12 wings, 6 spicy garlic and 6 hot. The spicy garlic had great flavor and I would go with these for all of the wings next time. The hot wings definitely had heat, but hardly any flavor to the sauce. They were still good size wings, while not being overly large where you get the fat and grizzle. Highly recommend the wings. The cheese curds were the hit at the table. They come out hot, they portion size is definitely shareable among 3-4 people, and the flavor is outstanding. It's a perfect starter. Others at my table got a fish sandwich, which I believe was the weekly special at the time. They loved it and said they would come back just for that. The weekly special rotates and items come on/off the menu, so if you see something you like posted, be sure to come in and get it! You can sit inside or outside. Either way, there was plenty of staff waiting tables. The staff is very friendly and very helpful with any questions on the drinks or food menu. Come check out Big Lug Canteen! I would think this place gets packed on your favorite team's gamedays.

Ally R.

I didn't come here for months after 1 bad experience with my food and my opinion has completely changed. I've been back 3x and Everytime has been 5 stars and my friends all really loved their food as well. Every staff member I've encountered was nice, food comes out quick, the restaurant offers seating upstairs if you're over 21 that's really cool and the patio space out back is large and good for groups. Plenty of seating. The Willie's salad is a 10/10, I got the full and was stuffed, but there was still plenty for my husband to eat. I tried his Philly cheesesteak (which I typically hate) and it was actually delicious. I was shocked! The hand cut fries are crispy in a good way and they have plenty of tasty dipping sauces to choose from. In addition to all of this, Big Lug offers daily drink specials and a lunch menu. Service & food have been so consistent this might be my new go-to spot for taking visitors!

Menu (June 23rd, 2025)
CJ D.

Heat Advisory and all of a sudden people don't want to sit outside? Folks spend the preceding 100 days complaining about how cold it is and this is how we respond? I'm not mad, just disappointed. Snagging a table in the back, our biking triage nursed cold adult bevvys in peace for the duration of our stay. In past visitations, this patio is one of high pedigree, so we soaked up our exclusivity. Doubling down on specials, I snagged a Tenderloin for a tenner alongside my pale ale. Trying bites even beyond my plate brought the realization that Big Lug is solid, not spectacular. Dust off those tricycles and come share an outdoor beer here!

Philly cheesesteak
Callie K.

Came in here for dinner one weeknight with a friend. We had wanted to sit outside, so we let the host know. He told us we could head upstairs and thru that bar area to grab a table. We followed those instructions and got a table no issue. We waited and waited for quite a while and no one came to greet us. My friend went inside and found an employee. Turns out no one told her we were there and generally the host seats you. She was very friendly and willing to make recommendations. I went with the Philly. It was good but almost too cheesy. The fries were great. My friend had ordered nachos and they forgot some toppings. When it came time to pay there was an issue with the credit card machine and it took awhile to get our checks and a box in the first place. I would give them another try.

Breadsticks
Jessica S.

The family and I stopped in for dinner on a Sunday night around 6:30 for the first time. The location is great and it's so cute inside, we didn't go check out the beer garden it was just to hot. We waited a little for a host to greet us, we had limited places to sit since we had minors with us. Hubs and I order off devour menu, and it was obvious the items had been sitting precooked for a while they were very dry. The portions are huge so I would suggest splitting anything you get. Best bites were : beard pudding and crab Rangoon. We had enough leftovers for 3 more meals

Patio seating
Katie N.

Big Lug is right in our neighborhood and we've been a handful of times. In past visits we've had Ok service and Ok food, but we wanted to give it another chance because the patio area is fantastic and we do love the beer selection. I'm happy to report that our visit recently had both excellent service and food! I tried a black and blue wrap and my husband ordered the Caprese Ledecky special. We each had one of their seasonal beers that were on special. The food came out hot and was delicious, I especially appreciated the wrap which was well constructed and used a traditional flour tortilla that held all of the ingredients nicely. The patio right off the Monon is really a nice spot with tables and umbrellas and is dog friendly!

Full cuban with poutine fries
Jayden D.

What a great night spent on the patio. We arrived around 7:30 on a Friday night, and made our way to the patio. It's honestly kind of a pain in the butt to have to walk around the whole building from the parking lot to get to the patio- definitely should be a way to access it from inside the restaurant. Not too busy on the patio, so we were seated quickly. A live band started playing shortly after we sat down which was nice for the warm evening. Service was a little slow throughout the night, and our waitresses wasn't the most outgoing with us. The food came out less than ten minutes after we ordered- we were surprised when we saw it coming because it was lightning fast. The food was really good. I started off with a house salad. I don't think it was worth $5.49 for the amount you get, but everything looked and tasted fresh, and the vinaigrette was a nice touch. I had the Cuban for my main. I enjoyed the pork belly on it- somewhat unique. Overall, I would definitely get it again. I LOVE LOVE LOVE that I was able to upgrade to poutine fries. Instead of having to order a big appetizer for just two people of the fries, it was nice to just get a side order- and they definitely don't skimp on the toppings either. Overall, I would give the food a 4.5/5 for taste and pricing, and service a 3.5/5.

Ready, Aim, Fire (Severance themed cocktail special)
Mary H.

We've come here a few times and sat outside with our dogs, but this was the first time sitting inside at the bar. Good vibes only here :) there were two bartenders that were easy to talk to and came to check on us periodically. We came past 8:30pm for their late night menu. Everything is 4 and 5 dollars. We ordered the gunslinger slider, the bagel bite (love it on an everything bagel), a blackened shrimp taco (good, but too much avocado in there for a small taco), and the wings (3 in an order $4, and I got the spicy garlic sauce on them). This is a great way to get some tasty, cheap food. Each person could get 2 or 3 dishes for under $15 and be full. We also got a couple beers and I tried their Severance (!!!) themed cocktail Ready, Aim, Fire and it was so dang good. Would definitely come back here :)

Eddie R.

QUICKIE REVIEW Great place for beer. FOOD This is what I tried: -Nashville chicken Chicken left a bit to be desired. Came with a friend from Tennessee who got the same thing that said this isn't the right meal for this place. Would be sure to try some other items next time I come. PARKING Yes, it is in a shared parking lot with other businesses. SERVICE Waitress was cool and took care of us. PRICE Can expect around $25-ish for an adult beverage and meal. TIP/OTHER THOUGHTS Place is big with ample seating. Can easily come here with 10+ for an event or just for a big meet up.

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Complaining works, but I complain too often! Big Lug Canteen responded very positively to my issue. Bless them!

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Just disappointing. Poor quality, over stretched service. Not worth the price. Nora, Indiana

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Came here with my family not too long ago, the food and beer totally hit the spot. When I'm in Indianapolis again, I'll be sure to return.

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Is Big Lug wheelchair accessible? Thanks!

Our downstairs dining, bar and beer garden are wheelchair accessible, but unfortunately our upstairs is not.

Does Big Lug Canteen serve any soft drinks?

Yes they do

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Giordano's

Giordano's

3.4(430 reviews)
10.0 mi•Mile Square
•$$

Came here for a later dinner recently to enjoy some Chicago deep dish. I honestly had no idea there…read morewas anywhere in Indy to get it! Our service was appropriately paced for the time it takes to make a Chicago deep dish pizza. I liked the TVs they had in the center of our dining area, which had some pre-season football coverage. The booths have taller partitions so it feels more intimate. I also liked the marquee saying "EAT PIZZA". I will certainly follow instructions there! The pizza we got was "The Special": sausage, green pepper, onion, and mushroom. I thought the pizza was fine, my only thing about Chicago style is that the vegetables can't caramelize like they would on a regular pizza. But that's just a personal opinion. I am pleased with the range of mocktail offerings, which are all $7.

This place is my group's go-to place on Day 0 for PRI and it's honestly the BEST pizza ever. I'm…read morefrom California and ever since I got my hands on a slice of Giordano's signature famous deep dish pizza, it was over. No pizza place from my home state can't compare so Giordano's is always something to look forward to during our 4 day visit. Meat and more meat! This was our table's pizza that was split between 4 people. Honestly can't complain, I love all of their pizza but since we only visit once a year, we always order deep dish style. Never fails and always leaves us full! Carnivore? Then you should definitely order this dish! Make sure it's the biggest one too! Calabrian Chili Honey Chicken Wings Ok so I can't be entirely biased with Giordano's. We wanted to try this out since it was a limited chicken wing flavor and honestly it wasn't the best. I mean it's a pizza joint? They specialize in pizza but we were so hungry that we figured to try it out. Hey, if you love chicken wings or just an enthusiast for wings in general, by all means give this one a shot if it's still available! Overall Always excited to come to Indiana cause I KNOW I'll be eating some damn good pizza. Deep dish style isn't for everyone which is nice that they have their Tavern Style and Thin Crust Pizzas. But since Giordano's specializes in deep dish pizza, it's highly recommended to order deep dish style! can't wait to visit again next year and see what new pizza they'll have! And can't forget about the awesome servers doing their best on those busy convention nights! Y'all the real MVP's! Ambiance is warm and inviting with a bit of high noise since it's also got a bar but it never phases me, if anything it's relaxing since I know I'll be indulging into pizza goodness. Just remember to come hungry and you'll guaranteed to leave happy! See you next year Giordano's!

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Giordano's
Giordano's
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Bazbeaux Pizza - Trying the vegan pizza at Bazbeaux tonight!

Bazbeaux Pizza

4.1(788 reviews)
9.7 mi•Mile Square
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Bazbeaux pizza was some pretty dang good pizza. Quattro Formaggio with hot honey and it was really…read moredelicious. Pretty good beer selection also. Our server was awesome. I didn't catch his name but he was really great. The restaurant reminds me of an old hole in the wall pizza spot. Really great and must have!

I have to laugh that my first review for this location of Bazbeaux, an Indy pizza icon since 1986,…read morewas actually my 300th Yelp review. Now, I'm over 1800 reviews and Yelp has become a huge part of my life. I was attending a nearby event related to Indy Shorts Film Festival and decided I wanted to visit Mass Avenue a bit once the event was over. This was early afternoon. After looking around a bit, I opted for a long-awaited return to Bazbeaux. Of course, a lot has changed in this area in the last few years. Parking prices are up (way up), though it's pretty plentiful with nearby street parking (metered) and parking along Mass Avenue. You also have a couple nearby parking garage options. Finding an accessible spot is fairly easy - curb cuts remain solid in this area and there continue to be some (but not all) crosswalks with audio. As was true nine years ago, accessibility on Mass Avenue can be challenging. That said, I think it has improved. I entered Bazbeaux and immediately noticed some improvement right away. There are two sides - a dining side, a bar side (with tables), and an aisle you can use for carry-out. The interior is warm, calming, and surprisingly intimate. The bar area is a bit louder, it's a bar area after all, but it's still pretty quiet. Service here remains strong. The hostess offered the bar area or a booth. Tables are not all wheelchair friendly, however, there are quite a few accessible options. My server, Samuel, was friendly and attentive without being overwhelming. He paced my meal nicely - I ordered garlic bread, my usual unsweetened iced tea (I think they still serve Mighty Leaf - an unusual choice that I love). I ordered a small (10") pizza with one-topping (pepperoni). I lingered a little bit, though not excessively so like my last visit. This time around, I was alone and my meal time was more traditional. The prices were definitely higher than last time, however, what price isn't higher than nine years ago? They were on park with the market these days and I had no issues with it - I think my meal came in at about $19 for the pizza, garlic bread, and iced tea (and I did get my always desired refill). Bazbeaux is unique in that every location (Mass Ave, Broad Ripple, Carmel) is located along the Monon Trail. They all have outside dining options, as well. They serve beer and wine, sandwiches, pizza, and more. One thing I have to say - accessibility is improved. I was noticeably bothered by it the last time I was here. This time around, I was comfortable and could easily function (I did not try the bathroom). While I could still see it being a bit difficult when packed, I arrived at an ideal time and was quite comfortable. The food was good, the service was very good, the prices were fair, and the atmosphere was nice and peaceful after a busy morning event. It really hit the spot. So, yeah. Last time around, I gave Bazbeaux a 3-star review. This time, I'm forking over that 4th star.

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Bazbeaux Pizza - Inside seating area

Inside seating area

Bazbeaux Pizza - Fresh mozzarella plate

Fresh mozzarella plate

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Ten Hands Social Bar & Eatery

Ten Hands Social Bar & Eatery

3.8(48 reviews)
10.2 mi•Mile Square

We were attending an event at the Westin and decided to get there early to grab a snack and a…read morecocktail at Ten Hands Social. It was definitely busy (clearly everyone had the same idea as we did), but we were seated quickly in a cozy booth. Michael took great care of us from the start. He was friendly, attentive, and gave awesome cocktail recommendations based on what we liked. I ordered the Strawberry Letter, and it was perfectly sweet, exactly what I was in the mood for. We decided to split a pepperoni pizza, and Michael hyped it up for a reason, it was SO good! It came out hot, packed with flavor, and even the crust was delicious (which says a lot). Parking can be a little tricky if street parking is full, but there is a nearby garage which makes it manageable. Overall, great vibes, great service, and great food. Perfect spot to start your night.. would definitely come back!

When we walked in there wasn't many people. We were seated quickly, but the service was slow. We…read moreweren't checked in on super often and waited awhile for the check. The restaurant was nice! There was a lot of screens to view games and it was super clean and spread out inside. The food was solid. The hush puppies were a great mix of crab and corn, the Brussels were super crispy and the salmon in my salad (plus the maple vinaigrette) was awesome. If you have time, I'd give it a shot!

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Ten Hands Social Bar & Eatery - Contemporary setting. Entrance to Ten Hands from inside the Westin.

Contemporary setting. Entrance to Ten Hands from inside the Westin.

Ten Hands Social Bar & Eatery
Ten Hands Social Bar & Eatery

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Goodfellas Pizzeria - A slice (or five) of New York-style perfection.

Goodfellas Pizzeria

4.0(474 reviews)
9.5 mi•Renaissance Place, Mile Square
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Casual dining
Full bar

My 5 Takeaways (in under 60 seconds)…read more Location: Prime spot along Mass Ave. Easy to find, with plenty of street parking available. Vibe: Great atmosphere. Cozy, yet plenty of seating and room to move. Clean and well maintained. Service: Excellent customer service. Fast, professional, and welcoming. Food: Delicious. Fresh ingredients, well cooked, and good-sized portions. Quick Tip: You can't go wrong with the lunch special - $10 for a slice, a side, and a drink.

I knew that this was going to be a good lunch when I walked inside the front door and someone said…read more"Welcome to Goodfellas!" I had been there before and knew how it worked, but it was nice to be noticed! I got the lunch special, and they warmed my slice up for a short while in the oven. I got the delicious garlic butter for the bread sticks. She said they make it in-house. It's addictive! After I got my pizza and drink I sat down in the newly expanded dining room. If you haven't been there in a while, you wouldn't believe how nice it is now! And bigger!!! The food was great as always. Now the dining room is much more comfortable and nicer. It carries over into the bar, too. I was going to get a refill of my soda and the young man working in the dining room didn't for me. I could not be happier with the food and service! I cannot wait to go back. I may ask for some of that garlic butter to go next time!

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Goodfellas Pizzeria - That perfect cheese pull moment.

That perfect cheese pull moment.

Goodfellas Pizzeria - Classic pepperoni perfection.

Classic pepperoni perfection.

Goodfellas Pizzeria - Stuffed, sauced, and baked to perfection.

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Stuffed, sauced, and baked to perfection.

Shin Dig - Fun Guy (fun-gui mushroom pizza Lolol)

Shin Dig

4.4(143 reviews)
8.8 mi
•$$

Our young family had a great time here. Kid friendly foods but also something for the parents too…read more Since both kiddos wanted cheese pizza we opted for the 14" pizza for the same price of 2 kids pizzas which I think ends up as the better deal. Hubby devoured the smash burger, which I thought was good. But the wings and the cocktails I thought were great. Service was spot on. Fun decor. A bit of pick your adventure - table games, coloring, corn hole, table tennis, trivia. The fire pits bring back wonderful memories of kicking back with loved ones and enjoying a laid back evening. The chairs are surprisingly comfortable and I told my hubby we needed to get some! They do have happy hour and plenty of free parking. There are located next to trains tracks and our boys got excited to see 4 pass through while we were out on the patio. Great concept. Will be back.

Really fun spot with a simple menu, good food, and friendly service. The restaurant is huge with…read morelots of indoor and outdoors seating and plenty of parking. Great for large groups and kids - we saw tons of both on our visit. We visited for a late lunch/early dinner (3:30) and split wings (soy garlic glaze) and the Woodstock pizza. The wings were huge and crispy. Dare I say my favorite wings in Indy? I LOVED them and ate 5/6. I can't wait to try other flavors. The pizza was great too. We loved the shredded zucchini on top.

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Shin Dig - Inside

Inside

Shin Dig - Russet pizza

Russet pizza

Shin Dig - 10" Gluten Free Al Pastor - nice for a change

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10" Gluten Free Al Pastor - nice for a change

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