Dugout Bar

Reviews

• Andrew S.

  star star star star star 7 June 2026

  I'll admit that this place looks like somewhere you wouldn't want to eat. So far I've been twice and the food is awesome. I've had a burger and the pulled pork nachos. My only criticism is the portions are enormous and neither of these dishes reheat well.
  
  It would be great if they had half portions of the nachos because I don't always want to pay for a huge plate of nachos and watch the other half get tossed into the garbage. The server told me to order it deconstructed and assemble only how much I wanted to eat. Thanks for the tip!

• Ken N.

  star star star star star_border 2 June 2026

  I had heard about the expanded bar/restaurant and as I walked along Virginia Avenue, I thought it might be cool to sit out and people watch.  Unfortunately, there was only one person working the lunch shift and she couldn't cover both sides of the business as well as watch the patio.  So make a note that dining outside is an evening option.
  
  Inside, the bar is dark with lots of tv's going (only one with volume on.)  I grabbed a spot at the bar and waited for the waitress to return to the floor.  It wasn't too long (a couple minutes), but felt odd until I realized she was the only one working the front of the house.
  
  Anyway, I ordered a breaded tenderloin and a side of tots.  They were ready in short order and the portions were large.  Lots of tots that were lightly seasoned and had a nice crunch.  The tenderloin was a decent size and not pounded thin, so it held its moisture.  The bun itself was a bit buttery or maybe had a slight oil coating from being on the grill which necessitated using my napkin frequently.  The flavor was really good though, so I didn't mind too much.
  
  Check out was fairly quick but there was a bit of a mixup on the change.  Not a big deal, but just something to be aware of when you pay.
  
  Good good with large portions and prompt turnaround times.  Hopefully I can check out the patio on my next visit.
  
  Review #2882

• Fred S.

  star star star star star_border 1 June 2026

  Can you say fried bologna sandwich with onion rings!!  Wow!  Lunch before leaving Indy visiting our daughter and son in law found us here in this nice bar-hangout with pretty solid food and the service was very good!!
  I already mentioned my bologna but my wife had a pulled pork with jalapeños and caramelized onions pizza with a cauliflower parmigiana crust. She said it was great.
  Lots of locals here says it must be an enjoyable little joint all the time.

• Lee S.

  star star star star star 28 May 2026

  This is your classic old school dive bar. Worn wooden floors, darkened room and a belly-up-to-the-bar ambiance. Wide selection of beers and, I'm sure, classic mixed drinks. Truly great breaded tenderloin on brioche bun and outstanding, incredible onion rings. Pizza comes in 3 sizes (7-10-14) and was excellent on a crisp thin crust (though no anchovies or green olives).   Outdoor sidewalk dining and table service was a plus.  Right on the red line so easy access.

• Andrew S.

  star star star star star 21 May 2026

  Great quality food at a reasonable price. You can tell they select good ingredients. The staff is always friendly and the atmosphere is laid back and has a neighborhood feel. We stop here anytime we are near fountain square. Stop in and check it out it's a hidden gem.