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What to order at Spak Brothers
- Must order
- A vegan pizza or a seitan hoagie; the meat versions are good too.
- Signature dishes
- Vegan pizza, Hoagies
- Editor tip
- One of the city's best for vegan pizza and subs. Quick counter and delivery.
CuisinePizza
Price$
Neighborhoodbloomfield
HoursTue-Sun 15:00-21:00; closed Mon
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Signature dishes: Vegan pizza, Hoagies
Must order: A vegan pizza or a seitan hoagie; the meat versions are good too.
Tip: One of the city's best for vegan pizza and subs. Quick counter and delivery.
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Location
Address: 5107 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
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