Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 10:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Brunswick: 3:32 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (207) 721-8900 to confirm.
Location & directions
70 Maine StreetBrunswick, ME 04011
About The Big Top
The Big Top is a sandwich shop located at 70 Maine Street in Brunswick, Maine. It's part of our guide to 61 restaurants, cafes and bars in Brunswick.
The Big Top is open 5 days a week, usually 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday).
You can reach the team at (207) 721-8900.
Quick facts
- Category
- Sandwich Shop
- Address
- 70 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME 04011
- Phone
- (207) 721-8900
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 2 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for sandwich shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Big Top’s weekday schedule with 66 other sandwich shops in Maine. On a typical weekday it opens at 10:00 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 8:00 AM) and closes at 4:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 30 hours a week, 60 hours fewer than the local median of 90. 94% of sandwich shops in Maine open on Sundays; The Big Top does not.
Compared with 66 other sandwich shops in Maine that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for sandwich shops across the US
Based on 42 menus with 769 priced items from sandwich shops across the US, the median menu item costs $7.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.29 and $10.98.
We don’t have The Big Top’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what sandwich shops across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Roast Beef | 24% | $7.92 |
| French Fries | 21% | $5.99 |
| Ham | 21% | $4.29 |
| Onion Rings | 21% | $3.99 |
| Grilled Chicken Salad | 19% | $7.10 |
| Hot Dog | 19% | $5.49 |
| Turkey | 19% | $9.69 |
| Tuna Salad | 19% | $6.99 |
Calculated from 42 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What sandwich shops usually offer
Across 42 sandwich shops in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 88% offer takeout
- 81% offer delivery
- 81% have dine-in seating
- 76% take reservations
- 79% are described as good for kids
- 79% accept mobile payments
Ask The Big Top directly at (207) 721-8900 to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Big Top there are 36 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 42 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (8), Bakeries & Desserts (7), Pizza (4), and Italian (4).
Competition is light: 1 other sandwich shop is within a mile and 7 within three miles. The closest is Subway, 0.7 mi away.
9 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Japanese & SushiLittle Tokyo Restaurant< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsGelato Fiasco< 0.1 mi
- PizzaPortland Pie Company< 0.1 mi
- Breakfast & BrunchElevenses< 0.1 mi
- Indian & South AsianShere Punjab< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a sandwich shop
Delis and sandwich shops are a lunch institution: Jewish-style delis with pastrami and corned beef piled high, Italian delis with hoagies and imported cold cuts, sub shops, Philadelphia cheesesteak stands and modern sandwich counters. Many also sell prepared salads, soups and grocery items.
What to order
- Pastrami or corned beef on rye – the classic Jewish deli order
- Italian sub or hoagie – cured meats, provolone and oil and vinegar
- Cheesesteak – ask for it “wit” onions in Philadelphia
- Reuben – corned beef, Swiss, sauerkraut and Russian dressing
Good to know
- Lunchtime lines move fast if you know your order before you reach the counter.
- Many delis close in the late afternoon – check before planning a dinner visit.
- Half sandwiches with soup are a common, lighter option.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Big Top's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is The Big Top open on Sunday?
No, The Big Top is closed on Sundays.
Where is The Big Top located?
The Big Top is located at 70 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME 04011.
What is the phone number of The Big Top?
You can call The Big Top at (207) 721-8900.
Is The Big Top open late?
No, The Big Top usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near The Big Top?
There are 42 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Big Top. Nearby options include Little Tokyo Restaurant (< 0.1 mi), Gelato Fiasco (< 0.1 mi), and Portland Pie Company (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other sandwich shops near The Big Top?
1 other sandwich shop within a mile. The closest is Subway, 0.7 mi away.
How much do sandwich shops across the US cost?
Based on 42 menus with 769 priced items from sandwich shops across the US, the median menu item costs $7.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.29 and $10.98.
Nearby places
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