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American Gastropub, Falafel
Vegan options
Poor vegan options ★ 3.8 (630) · $$ · Restaurant · American, Gastropub, Comfort Food · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating
Popular tips: "Try the falafel burger, a widely praised vegan option."
Must-try: falafel, burger, bahn mi
Praised for: friendly service, cozy atmosphere, beautiful interior
Casual gastropub with a focus on American comfort food and an impressive craft beer selection. The venue serves a small but well-liked range of vegan dishes including a standout falafel burger and jackfruit bahn mi. It has a cozy vibe with outdoor seating and accommodates vegan diners well, though portion sizes and seasoning can be divisive.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 12-8 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 5-9 PM
Thursday 5-9 PM
Friday 5-9 PM
Saturday 5-9 PM
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717 S University Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901
Vegan Friendliness
iPoor vegan options
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- VEGAN OPTIONS Few · 2–3 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Knowledgeable
- PROTEIN falafel, jackfruit, beet and greens
Some users reported cross-contamination — worth asking about sauces before ordering.
Others mentioned staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
A few noted vegan options aren't always available.
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