The Big Legrowlski – Mexican
Stepping into this spirited, cult-classic-inspired haunt feels like joining a perpetual house party where the air is thick with the savory aroma of sizzling lumpia and tangy kimchi-topped fries. The kitchen turns out playful comfort food ranging from crispy drumsticks to hearty vegan dogs, offering a laid-back sanctuary where guests can linger over golden baskets of tots in a space that celebrates the unpretentious art of taking it easy.
812 Northwest Couch Street, Portland OR 97209 https://biglegrowlski.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The Big Legrowlski
Dairy-Free at The Big Legrowlski
The Big Legrowlski in Portland has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Just Walked In and Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Big Legrowlski
The Big Legrowlski in Portland has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Just Walked In and Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Big Legrowlski
The Big Legrowlski in Portland has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Soft Pretzel and Just Walked In. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Big Legrowlski
The Big Legrowlski in Portland has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, The Dude’s Vegan White Russian and Dead Flowers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Big Legrowlski
The Big Legrowlski in Portland has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Soft Pretzel and The Dude’s Vegan White Russian. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at The Big Legrowlski
The Big Legrowlski in Portland has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kimchi, Vegan Hot Dog and Onion Rings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at The Big Legrowlski
The Big Legrowlski in Portland has 3 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Dude’s Vegan White Russian, Dead Flowers and Onion Rings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at The Big Legrowlski
The Big Legrowlski in Portland has 6 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Kimchi and The Dude’s Vegan White Russian. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Big Legrowlski
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Soft Pretzel | 101.5 g | 24.9 g |
| Rainier Can | 44.8 g | 21.5 g |
| Wine | 2.2 g | 11.7 g |
| Kimchi | 37.1 g | 11.5 g |
| Kimchi Fries | 13.9 g | 3.9 g |
| Fries | 16.5 g | 1.8 g |
| The Dude’s Vegan White Russian | 3.8 g | 0.6 g |
| Dead Flowers | 16.6 g | 0.5 g |
| Onion Rings | 2.3 g | 0.3 g |
| White Claw | 7.6 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Tuesday
- 12:00 AM - 12:30 AM, 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Wednesday - Friday
- 12:00 AM - 2:00 AM, 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 12:00 AM - 2:00 AM, 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 12:00 AM - 2:00 AM, 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its extensive menu variety, guests appreciate the wide range of options that cater to diverse palates. Diners highlight the consistent service and reliable experience, noting that the atmosphere provides a comfortable setting for
Menu
Main Courses
- Just Walked In - $8: Hardy vegan Chik'n Nugs and choice of side Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Donny’s Drumsticks - $12: Local vegan drumsticks with edible sugar-cane bone, choice of BBQ or spicy buffalo sauce, fresh veggies and vegan ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Hot Dog - $5: Lightlife vegan dog Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Sam Elliot - $16: Kimchi dog or drumsticks with fries and onion rings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Leslie’s Lumpia - $11: Filipino egg roll filled with vegan meat and vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Kimchi Fries - $8: Fresh cooked fries topped with Choi's local kimchi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tots - $4 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kimchi - $3 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Pretzel - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Local Drafts - $6: Rotating selection Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Rainier Can - $4 Dietary tags: Halal, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- White Claw - $5
- Local IPAs / Stouts Cans - $6: Rotating selection Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Wine - $7: Rotating selection
- Jackie Treehorn Presents - $11: Buffalo Trace bourbon, peach syrup, lemon, lime
- Dead Flowers - $13: Tito's vodka, elderflower liqueur, hibiscus syrup, lemon, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- The Dude’s Vegan White Russian - $11: House Vodka, Kahlua, Oat Milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Nobody F*cks With The Jesus - $13: Hornitos Plata tequila, Achco Reyes, pineapple, lime, simple, hellfire bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about The Big Legrowlski
- Is The Big Legrowlski dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Big Legrowlski has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Just Walked In and Tots.
- What can I eat at The Big Legrowlski on a dairy-free diet?
- Fries, Just Walked In and Tots carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Big Legrowlski have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fries and The Dude’s Vegan White Russian.
- Is The Big Legrowlski gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Big Legrowlski?
- Soft Pretzel, at roughly 24.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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