26 Best American Restaurants in Bloomington

Garden of Paradise Greek • $
1412 E Empire St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Eggs over Easy with Hash Browns with Sausage Gravy
Kids Egg Breakfast with Sausage and Hashbrowns
Belgian Waffle with Strawberries
Biscuits and Gravy Combo
Steak Eggs Benedict
Banana Split Waffle
Chicken Noodle Soup
French Toast Combo
Mozzarella Sticks
Mashed Potatoes

“I totally judged the name of this place and wasn’t expecting anything special. We during late breakfast and place was packed and I thought it would take forever for our food. I was wrong! Our waitress was outstanding and greeted us immediately and quickly got our drinks. We started with the saganoki which was perfect. Our food came out very quickly the cinnamon buns were delicious. Everyone enjoyed their meals. The waitress was on top of everything and never missed a refill. Can’t remember the last time we had a waitress so attentive!“

4.7 Superb86 Reviews
Tony's Diner Diner • $
1917 S Main St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Eggs over Easy with Hash Browns and Bacon with Gravy
Biscuits and Gravy Scrambled Eggs Bacon
Chicken Fried Steak with Chicken Gravy
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Breakfast Skillet
Corned Beef Hash
Salad with Ranch
Chorizo and Eggs
Steak and Eggs
French Toast

“I ordered food at 11:00 for a 1:00 pm pick up. There so many people waiting to be seated for a 2:00 pm close. Small hic-up with my take out order that was solved promptly and professionally. The turkey, stuffing, green beans, were delicious. The turkey was moist and well seasoned. Basically, really good food. I will recommend to friends and family. Thank you Tony’s staff, you made my Thanksgiving!Parking: There were plenty of parking spots on a very crowded Thanksgiving Day.“

4.7 Superb80 Reviews
Epiphany Farms Restaurant American • $$$
220 E Front St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Cornflakes Chicken
Steamed Pork Buns
Fall Creme Brulee
Hydra Tuna Roll
Pizza Bianco
Wine Pairing
Cookie Bites
Soup
Sushi

“I'm my opinion it's the best place to get great food and cocktails in town. It's on the more pricey side, but worth it if celebrating or treating yourself to a delicious meal. The service is usual really good and the dining room is cozy. My husband always gets the pork feature, no matter what it is, and it always impresses. Don't skip dessert!“

4.6 Superb99 Reviews
Run N’ Erin’s Bar & Grill •
1107 W Locust St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

“Loved Running Erin’s!Food was fresh and delicious. I ordered the chicken tenders that were actually hand breaded - not the frozen processed tenders you usually get from a bar/restaurant. The side salad was made with greens and veggies. Great ranch and honey mustard.The place was very clean and the staff went the extra mile to make sure my dad’s food was not cross contaminated as he cannot have gluten which we really appreciated. They have several GF options to order from.Emily gave us the best, most friendly service!We will definitely be returning.“

4.7 Superb58 Reviews

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VFW American • $
1006 E Lincoln St, Bloomington

“Very nice place. Went to play the machines to see if i could have good luck winning cash.Played about 1 ¹/² till closing i ended up winning $20 or so. My friend that was with me wasnt so lucky she lost $100.00.But we both know you dont gamble with your money unless you can afford it.We will go back had fun.“

4.7 Superb56 Reviews
Rosie's Pub American • $$
106 E Front St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Homemade Soup of the Day
Black and Bleu Burger
Loaded Fries
Shrimp Greek
Cobb Salad
And Fries
Burgers
Gumbo
Apple
Ribs

“Solid. What more is there to say. The food is solid. I’ve had a good experience each time I have gone and the food is always good. I’ve had better in this category but not often. It’s definitely a place to check out for a good, solid burger.“

4.5 Superb77 Reviews
Annie's Eats Carry-Out And Catering Barbecue • $$
606 N Clinton St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Loaded Fries with Pulled Pork
Rib Tips and Mac'n Cheese
BBQ Nachos with Brisket
Rib Tips and Fries
Barbecue Chicken
Cheesy Potatoes
Hand Cut Fries
Smoked Bologna
Smoked Sausage
Smoked Turkey

“Great food and fantastic service. Chatted at the pitmasters when first came in and as we left after eating at a picnic table outside. Owner was there taking care of lunch for his employees with food from somewhere else. Nice touch and was a super nice and BBQ chatty owner. :)The Brisket was very well smoked if a bit salty but I am fine with that. I thought it was brined first but was assured it was not. The chicken, pulled pork and ribs were all great as well with good smoke. The spicy sausage was really good. Too much for my wife but not insane to me but a very nice spice bite.We got the green beans, baked beans and coleslaw as sides. The green beans were OK, nothing special to me. The baked beans were interesting. At first you get a "oh, this is a savory bean" and then the sweet comes in and it is an interesting play that finishes with a bit of heat on the back end but nothing crazy at all. With the slaw, if you like KFC's, you will like the flavor. This is a MUCH finer shred but the flavor is very similar.Overall, great BBQ joint. Seating is just a couple picnic tables outside but that was enough for us even on a cool day. We live in Peoria but my wife will be coming to Bloomington monthly for quilting fabric and I can see this being the lunch stop quite often. :)Parking: Relatively small lot - maybe 15 spots - but since it is primarily takeout this shouldn't be an issue as the turnover is pretty good. We were there late lunchtime (around 3pm) and there were 6-7 spots.“

4.5 Superb72 Reviews
Keller's Iron Skillet & Catering American • $
609 Hannah St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Eggs over Easy Bacon Hash Browns with Sausage Gravy Sourdough Toast
French Toast Scrambled Eggs and Bacon
2 Combo with Scrambled Eggs and Ham
Steak and Eggs Any Style
One Pancake and Bacon
Sausage Skillet
Pork Fritter
Cheeseburger
Salad Bar
Hamburger

“What a find!! Absolutely a good old fashioned Mom and Pop diner. No frills, just good food at an even better price. Shockingly reasonable prices to be exact. The service was top notch!! The waitresses knew all the locals by name and were so friendly and attentive. I had one of the best Reuben sandwiches I’ve ever had and the onion rings were the best! I can’t recommend this little gem more!!!“

4.5 Superb57 Reviews
Meatheads Burgers and Fries American • $
across from State Farm Headquarters, 305 N Veterans Pkwy #107, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Texas Ranch Burger with Cajun Fries and Drink
Burger and Fries with Cheese Sauce
Bacon Cheeseburger and Fries
1 3 lb Double Meathead
Chili Cheese Fries
Impossible Burger
Chicken Sandwich
Southern Chicken
Fresh Cut Fries
Grilled Cheese

“We’re trying new places around town and decided to give this burger place a shot. I’m glad we did! It seemed like the owner was in when we arrived. He was very friendly and checked in with us a few times to make sure we were pleased with our food. Our burgers were delicious and fresh. We tried both the regular and Cajun fries which were also a hit, but I’m not sure they’re friendly to reheating. The coffee shake was excellent! We’ll be back for sure.“

4.4 Superb65 Reviews
Western Tap Bar & Grill • $
1301 N Western Ave, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Pub Fries
Bacon Cheeseburger and Onion Rings
The Western Burger and Fries
Southwestern Egg Rolls
Sweet Potato Fries
Rodeo Burger

“GREAT FOOD, friendly staff and fast service, also see a lot of them smiling while working which is unusual at most places I've been so it does add sparkle to the place. They got a neat decor setup and a patio in the back which is super cozy !! Prices are about average. Would recommend!!Parking: Depending on how busy it is you may have to walk a little bit to get there from where you parkKid-friendliness: They do have food options for kids and most of their food is kid-friendly with lots of options!Wheelchair accessibility: They have a ramp and plenty of space once inside“

4.4 Superb60 Reviews
Baxters American Grille American • $$
3212 E Empire St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Baxters Pretzel Burger
Gooey Butter Cake
Prime Rib Sliders
Smothered Chicken
Drunken Mushrooms
Chicken Piccata
Steak Nachos
Sticky Ribs
House Salad
BBQ Ribs

“We had not been to Baxters for a while and decided to give it a try, and we left feeling very good about the choice. Emma was our server and she did a great job of making sure that we did not want for anything. The food was served promptly and was very good. I had a steak and the wife had the Halibut and both were cooked perfectly and were very tasty. The price was reasonable and the atmosphere was quiet and friendly. Overall a good experience.“

4.2 Good150 Reviews
Yankee Doodle Bar & Grill • $
1407 Morrissey Dr, Bloomington

“If you want to step back in time to the 1970s, you can do it here. The wood-paneled walls, Naugahyde swivel barrel chairs, and Formica tables provide a comfortable place to settle in for some affordably-priced beer and cocktails along with some awesome, eclectic tunes on the jukebox. You'll hear a steady stream of music from ABBA to R & B and even some of today's more popular stuff. No one seems to ever put money in but the music plays on and on and I usually love everything“

4.3 Superb59 Reviews
Cadillac Jack's Bar & Grill • $
1507 S Main St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Pretzel Sticks with Beer Cheese
Double Cheese Burger& Fries
Pork Tenderloin Horseshoe
Double Cheese Burger
Garlic Cheese Curds
Bacon Cheese Burger
Philly Cheese Steak
Chicken Quesadilla
Onion Ring Basket
Jacked Up Nachos

“My family and I ordered 3 of their deep dish or thick crust specialty pizzas along with 2 thin crusts. Very generously priced for the quantity and quality of food received. Would recommend, great local place with other great food as well. Can’t miss on the burger basket either!“

4.3 Superb56 Reviews
Nightshop American • $
517 N Main St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Cauliflower Wrap
Falafel

“Great selection of beers, with a frequently-changing list that often brings back the most popular drafts of previous rotations. Great entertainment, including live music, karaoke, and the occasional movie. They've almost always got something entertaining on the TVs, and the staff are usually pretty quick to come take your order when you're ready.“

4.4 Superb39 Reviews
Bakery and Pickle American • $$
513 N Main St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Bluegill Sandwich
Double Smash Burger
Charcuterie Platter
Flatbread
Salad

“Perfect for a special night out. The atmosphere is very sophisticated yet relaxed. And honestly the prices aren't that bad given how nice it is here! The charcuterie board (adult lunchables) was beautiful. Forgot to take a picture of the pickled onion rings, but they were fantastic!!“

4.4 Superb35 Reviews
Times Past Inn Bar & Grill • $
1216 Towanda Ave, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

1 Egg 1 Slice of Toast & Coffee
Two Eggs Hash Browns and Toast
2 Cakes Pancakes
French Toast
TPI Skillet

“Why has it taken this long for us to find this Gem! Absolutely thee best restaurant so far that we have found for breakfast. They currently only surve breakfast and lunch. But seems they are thinking dinner menus soon. This place was quite, and very welcoming. They provide two dinning areas, the lounge (bar- our favorite) that also has table tops for four. Then there is the dinner! Here is photos of our trip for breakfast!“

4.3 Superb43 Reviews
Cheeks Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $
1206 Towanda Ave #6, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Cheeks Famous 1 2 lb Burger
White Garlic with Sausage
Chicken Cheese Ball
Livers and Gizzards
Philly Cheese Steak
Chicken Sandwich
Sweet Potato Tots
Burger Special
Cheese Balls
Super Nachos

“Always a great stop. Cozy place with great burgers! Nice family atmosphere and very friendly staff. We love coming here in the winter because they have a heated outdoor area where we can smoke cigars. We also really enjoy the fact they have the Golden Tee game.“

4.3 Superb37 Reviews
DR. McKay’s Bar & Grill Bar • $
909 N Hershey Rd Suite 2, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

McKay's Chicken Dip and Homemade Chips
Turkey Bacon Wrap
Pickle Spears
Chicken Wings
Lemon Pepper
Waffle Fries
Thai Chili
Shrooms
Mild

“This establishment is undeniably a marvel, comparable to the wonders of the world. Its exceptional service and palpable spiritual ambiance could rival even that of the Vatican. I do not say this lightly when I say that when my sriracha bourbon pork flatbread pizza came to the table, I was enveloped by a sense of transcendence, as if I was touched by a divine presence. This place is not merely a restaurant; it's a transformative experience that leaves one feeling rejuvenated and enlightened. In fact, I specifically recommend asking for Meg; her attentive service truly enhances the dining experience to another level.“

4.2 Good50 Reviews
Red Lobster Seafood • $$
714 S Eldorado Rd, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Half Dozen Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Create Your Own Ultimate Feast
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Garlic Shrimp Scampi
Friday Fish & Chips
Mashed Potatoes
Chocolate Wave
Coconut Shrimp
Popcorn Shrimp
Fried Shrimp

“I've been going to this place for 40+ years. The changes in the past few years are very disappointing. Menu offerings for 30 years are now gone. Prices dramatically up, while portions and inclusive items are reducedNegative double whammy! ☹️“

4.1 Good79 Reviews
Schooners American • $
810 E Grove St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Wings with Wild Sauce
King Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Sunday Fried Chicken Dinner
Mozzarella Sticks
Schooner Burger
Garlic Wings
Italian Beef
Great Wings
Fries

“Very clean! Friendly smiling staff. The chili was very flavorful not spicy. The onion rings were amazing. The barbecued, bacon burger were cooked perfectly and had great flavor. The pork tenderloin was the best my husband has ever eaten! It was huge! Our waitress Kay was smiling, friendly, informative, and extremely efficient! She was fantastic! We will be back and highly recommend Schooners!“

4 Good84 Reviews
Parkview Inn Bar & Grill • $
1003 S Morris Ave, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Double Cheeseburger& Fries
Country Fried Steak
Sandwich
Toast
Soup

“Parkview Inn is located on historic Route 66 and has been in operation since 1925. Parkview Inn is the oldest restaurant in Bloomington, Illinois. Who doesn’t love traveling on the Mother Road especially when you can stop at to eat at restaurants along the route. Parkview Inn is located near Miller Park and the zoo.We were seated quickly upon entering the restaurant at one of the high top tables inside the restaurant. The have an outdoor patio area but it was too hot for that. We all decided on cheeseburgers and fries. We were starving so we were able to eat pretty much everything but a few fries. We plan to come back next time we are in town. #bucketlistKid-friendliness: Relaxed atmosphere“

4 Good60 Reviews
Sao’s - Soul Food, Vibes, & Carry Out American • $
309 E Wood St, Bloomington

“I just tried this for the first time. First, it's a cool place, off the beaten path, with a very big city soul vibe. It's dark, carry out only, cool graphics on the walls, menu in chalk on the walls, good tunes. The food cooking in the kitchen smells amazing. It didn't disappoint one bit. The mac and cheese, greens, and lamb chops (something I've never had before) were delicious! Lots of great flavor and beautifully cooked. Can't wait to try again!“

4.2 Good14 Reviews
That Burger Joint Burgers • $
2105 Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Oberweis Ice Cream Quarts
That Chicken Sandwich
Patty Melt and Fries
Mushroom and Swiss
Double Patty Melt
Chocolate Milk
Loaded Fries
That Burger
Them Fries
Steakhouse

“The food was really good, the staff was pleasant but not necessarily friendly or exuding a desire to be there. The whole side of the restaurant for that burger joint was dark, dreary, and very cold. Because of this we got it to go and ate in the car “

3.9 Good154 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
502 Brock Dr, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes with Brown Gravy Corn Green Bean Casserole Cornbread and Biscuit
Sunday Fried Chicken and Hashbrowns Caserol
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Grandma's Sampler Platter
Southern Fried Chicken
Chicken Fried Chicken
Cracker Barrel Sampler
Cornbread and Biscuits
Fried Chicken Dinner
Country Fried Steak

“With their all day breakfast specials, it would be possible to eat for $10 apiece. However, with our two meals, a couple pecan log rolls and some candy for grandkids, we were able to use our entire $59 gift certificate. My sirloin was truly medium rare and better than expected. My traveling partner's chicken and dumplings and our sides were as expected. We were seated immediately and got the very good service we have come to expect from this well-managed location.“

3.9 Good137 Reviews
Maguire's Bar & Grill Bar • $
220 N Center St, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Burger Special
Hot Wings

“Mcguires is a great college town bar without the college....issues. We came in on a Wednesday night and it was amazing. Christine (sp?) Was our bartender and she was great! Always had a full drink, she was polite and made good small talk. If you are looking for a nice big bar with great service and good people, you need to stop in and have a few.“

3.9 Good99 Reviews
Country Pride American • $$
505 Truckers Ln, Bloomington

Customers` Favorites

Blueberry Pancakes Available at Country Pride Restaurants
Onions Peppers Mushrooms
Steak and Eggs

“Staff here , oh...too kind...great food...try thee steamed broccoli....yummm , and the fish....whoohoo.....as well eggs over easy are to die for, on top of sourdoughbread.....yummmVegetarian options: Anythings workableKid-friendliness: They love kids hereParking: Its free, easy to useWheelchair accessibility: Easy acess, parking spots wide for handicap/ wheelchair useDietary restrictions: Anythings workable“

3.9 Good34 Reviews
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