Restaurants in Bloomington
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Best Restaurants
“Beautiful, spacious modern decor. Impressed by the esthetic from the moment of entering. Food was excellent. Got the baby beet salad. Very good, but I think the beets (fewer perhaps) should’ve been chopped into smaller pieces with more strawberries and greenery. Very filling. I had the roasted eggplant for my entree. Wonderfully seasoned, served over a bed of white rice. I would definitely get it again. My desert choice was the blueberry cheesecake. Scrumptious! The staff was very friendly and efficient. Will definitely go back. Nice outdoor patio area as well. Thumbs up!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“I feel safe trying anything here. I’m trying things here that are totally new to me and the worst thing I’ve had was wonderful. I recommend going and try something new to you!”
“Went out to dinner with my family and my sister’s family for her 40th birthday tonight & we had a wonderful experience! The staff were all very kind and accommodating, especially with the cake I brought! Our waiter, Kyle, was exceptional! He was incredibly attentive, friendly, kind, and just happy, which made our first time here such an enjoyable experience! The food and the atmosphere were both great as well!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“4 of us came for 1st time. Many food options, tons of beer options both draft and bottles. Servers and bartenders were attentive and super chill just to chat with. Food was all good. We got a mix of burgers, tacos, and apps. We came from over an hour away and will definitely eat here again when in town. Had trivia going on but we could still talk down the bar area amongst ourselves.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“The store was clean and staff were friendly.
I ordered the large pink sugar cookies and the large chocolate chip cookies.
They were consistent in size and decorated beautifully. They were fresh, warm and delicious!
I ordered the 4 pack at basically $4.75 each
Cookies worth the price 💗🤎”
“If you know, you know — Mother Bear’s Pizza in Bloomington is legendary. Our go‑to order was always the deep‑dish pepperoni with extra sauce, and I’m pretty sure I’ve eaten hundreds of them over the years. Nothing else tastes quite like it. It’s one of those places that becomes part of your life story — great food, great memories, and a place you never forget.”
“Absolutely loved my first time at Hinkle! Super laid back and comfortable atmosphere, the employees made me feel like family! the food was amazing and super fast service! oh my were those burgers fabulous! My visit to Hinkles today was the absolute best part of my day! Thank you to all the staff even the bearded feller that made me laugh and cut up with me. Fun times for sure and great food..can't beat that!”
“A classy, hidden gem that Bloomington has needed for quite a while. Superbly crafted cocktails using fresh juices and sometimes the Flavour Blaster or Ripple, highly trained staff combines to elevate your craft cocktail experience in Bloomington.”
“Food was delicious! First time ever going to a hot pot. I could’ve used a little bit more explanation at the beginning. and don’t worry, you will not leave hungry! And don’t over order because you have to finish most of what you have on your plate plates and bowls or you get an extra charge. We also ordered sushi and that was a lot of food! But delicious! Will be back but now we are not amateurs.”
“This was my first visit to Asuka, recommended by my sister, and I was very pleased with the quality of the food and service! I loved the food, and Nate was very friendly, attentive, made excellent suggestions, and cleared our space promptly when we were done! Because of the hospitality shown by your server, I will be sure to come back next time I roll into town! Thank you for the excellent time!”
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“Beautiful, spacious modern decor. Impressed by the esthetic from the moment of entering. Food was excellent. Got the baby beet salad. Very good, but I think the beets (fewer perhaps) should’ve been chopped into smaller pieces with more strawberries and greenery. Very filling. I had the roasted eggplant for my entree. Wonderfully seasoned, served over a bed of white rice. I would definitely get it again. My desert choice was the blueberry cheesecake. Scrumptious! The staff was very friendly and efficient. Will definitely go back. Nice outdoor patio area as well. Thumbs up!”
“4 of us came for 1st time. Many food options, tons of beer options both draft and bottles. Servers and bartenders were attentive and super chill just to chat with. Food was all good. We got a mix of burgers, tacos, and apps. We came from over an hour away and will definitely eat here again when in town. Had trivia going on but we could still talk down the bar area amongst ourselves.”
“This was my first visit to Asuka, recommended by my sister, and I was very pleased with the quality of the food and service! I loved the food, and Nate was very friendly, attentive, made excellent suggestions, and cleared our space promptly when we were done! Because of the hospitality shown by your server, I will be sure to come back next time I roll into town! Thank you for the excellent time!”
“The food was amazing and the service was top notch. We're from out of town and also haven't had Indian food before, so didn't know what to expect. We brought our two toddlers with us. The kids were a little chaotic and we broke a glass. The staff were so kind about it. We're looking forward to going back once the kids are older!”
“I had not visited Red Lobster in a long time, but today we went there for a Girls' Lunch, and it could not have been a more pleasant experience. The restaurant itself was clean and inviting. The menu was appealing and diverse, but not overwhelming. The food was fresh and delicious. We absolutely loved our server, Charlee, who was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable.
Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant if you are looking to treat yourself to some amazing seafood at a welcoming location with outstanding service. You will love it! Ask for Charlee!”
“I normally never leave google reviews, but I love this place! I have tried multiple Chinese places in Bloomington & Red Lantern was by far, not only the best tasting, but also best quality and value across the board. I’ve only lived here about a year or two but ever since I found this place, i usually order take out at least every two weeks or so. It appears to be smaller & family owned. Hope that others continue to find them & come support the business as well. :)”
“My own version of Cheers. Come alone, leave with a few friends in your pocket! 😁”
“I had not visited Red Lobster in a long time, but today we went there for a Girls' Lunch, and it could not have been a more pleasant experience. The restaurant itself was clean and inviting. The menu was appealing and diverse, but not overwhelming. The food was fresh and delicious. We absolutely loved our server, Charlee, who was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable.
Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant if you are looking to treat yourself to some amazing seafood at a welcoming location with outstanding service. You will love it! Ask for Charlee!”
24 Hour Restaurants
““Outstanding service! Our server CASSIE was incredibly patient, kind, and attentive throughout our entire visit. She made us feel welcomed and taken care of, and their positive attitude really stood out. On top of being an excellent server, she were also very pleasant and attractive. Definitely someone who deserves recognition for their great customer service!””
“I really like this place. If they don't have a game they usually can order it for you. The prices are sometimes a little bit higher than you might find online, but when you buy in person, you're getting out of the house and you can make a day of it and you're supporting a much-needed small business in Bloomington!”
“Dunkin Donuts in Bloomington Indiana sucks! They don't understand English. They will give you the wrong donuts. They sell stale donuts. When you get the wrong donuts through the drive thru and get home to find they screwed up your order they are rude and ill-mannered about fixing THEIR mistake. They actually want you to drive back their mistake so they can resale the donuts to another unsuspecting customer. You don't know where their donuts have been since they break the law by reselling these donuts people return to them. They don't have a sign at the drive thru, saying what kinds of donuts they have, So you have to describe them. Since they don't speak proper English they guess at what you are ordering. I don't know how they got powdered sugar from me saying chocolate icing. When you call them you can expect the run around and rudeness. Trust me when I say there are better gas station and grocery store donuts in Bloomington and from now on that is where I will get my donuts.”
“The woman manager with brown hair first shift I believe is incredible. She was super helpful to me and she is beyond kind. She is always hard working and kind. Very polite. The parking lot here can be a little congested and difficult but my food is always fresh and as long as that manager is working it's fast pace and food is warm and delivery is quick.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Went out to dinner with my family and my sister’s family for her 40th birthday tonight & we had a wonderful experience! The staff were all very kind and accommodating, especially with the cake I brought! Our waiter, Kyle, was exceptional! He was incredibly attentive, friendly, kind, and just happy, which made our first time here such an enjoyable experience! The food and the atmosphere were both great as well!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“Food was delicious! First time ever going to a hot pot. I could’ve used a little bit more explanation at the beginning. and don’t worry, you will not leave hungry! And don’t over order because you have to finish most of what you have on your plate plates and bowls or you get an extra charge. We also ordered sushi and that was a lot of food! But delicious! Will be back but now we are not amateurs.”
“You won't find more authentic chinese in the entire state of IN, maybe entire midwest. Go there and bring a Mandarin speaking friend w you to order the food! Otherwise you're just ordering American style Chinese food. They take personal orders from an unspoken menu if ordered from in Mandarin. That is where you get the legit amazing food.
Service is non-existent to off-putting but you just need to ignore that here and know about going in.”
“Our server Andrianna B was super sweet and very knowledgeable about my allergies. It was so nice to have someone else that knew a lot about the food. Great service and food!”
“really amazing brewery one of my favorite places when I ride the Greenway now all they need is live music but food and beer are 🔥”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“I ordered a large order for my son’s bday! Due to move in weekend at IU and also a festival- street parking was unavailable One of the workers was kind enough to help me carry my order to the car which was over a block away. She was very kind and sweet- I believe her name was Andry or something very close. Food was delicious, too and ready on time for a large online order.”
“Korea Restaurant has a pretty predictable but large menu of gimbap, various soups, bulgogi, bibimbap, hotpot, KFC, teriyaki, and more, with some Japanese-style dishes in addition to the Korean. This restaurant, like the others on this street, is in a converted house, and the environment is comfortable and unpretentious. They had K-pop music videos playing on a TV in the dining room. There was an older man and a woman serving together; the woman was very sweet, the man came off as quite serious.
I ordered the tofu hot stone bibimbap which also came with an assortment of banchan. None of the food really stood out to me but it was all pretty good. I definitely would've liked more tofu in the bibimbap, but I did appreciate that it seemed to be lightly pan-fried rather than deep-fried. With hot sauce added, the bowl was very flavourful but not too salty. The vegetables were all cooked well and the fried egg also had nice crispy edges. The portion was filling, especially with the banchan. The bibimbap came out literally seconds after the banchan, so I was a little worried it would get cold before I had the chance to eat the banchan, but the stone bowl kept it nice and hot until the last bite.
I would say this is an okay place for vegetarians/vegans since they do have a number of entrees that I believe should be vegetarian or vegan (more if you remove the egg), but they don't label which dishes are vegetarian, so you might have to ask questions about hidden meat/seafood ingredients if you're not familiar with Korean food. If you are vegetarian, let them know when you order, because even though the bibimbap I ordered was vegetarian, some of the banchan (fishcakes and likely the kimchi) contained seafood.
The overall experience was positive but not outstanding in terms of the food or atmosphere, so while I might return if I'm craving Korean, I want to try other Korean places in the neighbourhood first to see what else is out there.”
“Soma coffee is the best coffee I have ever had. I tried it while visiting my son in Bloomington. I now order several bags at a time to be delivered to my home. Friendly staff, excellent & personal customer service. I live 7 hours away & they know me by name. My personal favorite is the Burundi ☕️”
“My first experience here was with my girl for our anniversary and the experience was amazing. Our server Renee was incredibly thoughtful and took incredible care of us, between jokes, getting refills, and helping suggesting what we might like. She also makes a killer sweet tea.”
“Wonderful dining experience. Exceptional service, meal ,and libations.”
Cheap Eats
“1st, your atmosphere is wonderful, but exuberant fellow patrons made conversation difficult. WORTH IT every way! My husband, son & I savored every morsel & the wonderful food eased our spirits. And I just found a word re: our table person, Shahada, royalty. She is radiant.”
“This past Sunday, a group of 19 from various parts of IN and MI, gathered to celebrate a family members 60th birthday. Cloverleaf was amazing in many ways as we took over the back of the restaurant. A team served everyone’s fresh food at the same time. Customer service was so awesome and the food was yummy also.”
“I ordered a chocolate chip cookie cake, and a dozen cookies for my husband's birthday this week. Not only was everything delicious, and ready on time, but they even gave us a variety of day old cookies, too! I'm so happy y'all are able to be open again, and so glad we chose Baked! to celebrate with!”
“I really do like this restaurant. Just this week however they were out of many of the gluten-free items that we went to have at our visit. The pancakes, cinnamon rolls, , banana bread we’re all out of stock. It was really disappointing.. We did however, order the eggs Benedict with gluten-free English muffins and that was delicious. I asked for a side of the gluten-free French toast and enjoyed that. Pancakes and cinnamon rolls are my favorite so I guess I will have to call next time before I go just to be sure that they have them in stock. They are delicious.”
“I've been there for lunch once or twice a week since they opened. They've earned that place on the rotation. They're delicious, consistent, but moreover KIND. They look out for their patrons, chasing you down the street to return an item or spotting for you as you try to evade a car pinning you in. Try them!”
“I love this place and have been eating their food for almost two decades now. It was my first introduction to Chinese food. While classified as Chinese American, it is still great food. It has lots of options with some occasional differences between lunch and dinner. They are quick to refill the buffet as well. Service with waiters can be a bit hit or miss but for the most part it is a very solid place to eat. Drink is included in the price. They also do carryout.”
“We knew from our first meal at Scenic View that it would be a favorite. Our family of four went on a summer Saturday at around 11am and, while there were definitely plenty of people there, we were surprised that it wasn't busier. We sat inside but could have happily eaten outdoors and may do that next time we visit. I wouldn't recommend eating here if you are in any sort of a hurry as the food did take quite a while to come out of the kitchen, but it was absolutely worth the wait.
We ordered generously, including the way better than expected fried pickles and very good spinach and artichoke dip. Both came out super hot and very fresh and were way better than what we get at most places around Bloomington. My mother ordered a crock of the French onion soup and was surprised to receive such a large portion of great quality soup. All of our entrees were prepared perfectly and just much better than we expected, including breakfast, sandwiches, and burgers. Two of us are vegetarians, and we loved having multiple menu options to pick from rather than the usual one menu item (or the classic salad and fries combo).
This restaurant could easily coast on average food due to its great location, but instead they really seem to take pride in putting out a great meal. It wasn't a cheap meal, but every dish was generously portioned, freshly prepared, and really worth the price. We'll be happy to be repeat customers.”
“3 Amigos catered my daughter and son in law’s wedding last Saturday at Switchyard Park Pavilion. They did “build your own tacos”. I have to tell you that I was skeptical, but this was best wedding or event food I have ever had in my 65 years. The meats were flavorful and moist, the vegetables fresh and beautiful, the sauces were delicious, and even the rice tasted great. Very highly recommend!”
“I've always had a great experience at Brothers in Bloomington, and a big reason for that is Sam. He's an excellent bartender who is quick to serve drinks, even when the bar is busy, and everything he makes is delicious.
Now that it's summer and Brothers is a little less hectic than during the school year, it's been especially nice to sit at the bar and chat with him. Sam is easy to talk to, welcoming, and genuinely makes you feel like a valued customer. His friendly personality and great customer service keep me coming back.
If you're looking for great drinks and an even better bartender, I definitely recommend stopping by and seeing Sam!”
“Great atmosphere! Great drink specials. Service is pretty good. Bartender named Sam did a good job mingling with us, and getting our drinks made in a timely manner.”
“this place is amazing I had one and I am definitely going back for another one”
“Great food, fantastic drinks, and even better service. The atmosphere is perfect for brunch with friends, or a dinner date night. I get a consistent, and quality experience every time I visit! I would recommend getting reservations as tables do fill very quickly.”
“Pretty good food. Server was nice. Lost a bet tho. I betted the the server would give us a bread refill without asking but she did not... thats not against her. Just needed to add that”
“BEST place for a dessert, pastry, or chocolate in Bloomington”
“The food was SOOOOO good. Best restaurant in Bloomington hands down, they were amazing regarding my Celiac’s (gluten allergy) and the Rock n’ Roll sushi was probably the best sushi I’ve ever had- so fresh. Drinks were also amazing- got the Lychee martini!”
“This is my favorite pizza place in town! Their pizza is always top tier, ingredients are fresh, and the customer service is always great. When people want a good pizza I always recommend pizza X”
“My favorite place to be in Bloomington! Owner is a nice guy, the organized events are great, and there's a good variety of drinks too:)”
“The food was good.
I ordered my usually where I cannot get back at home. My husband's order shrunk in size from a 1.5 month ago.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who experience this as it happened to me in Oct/Nov last year and my husband said I was over reacting.
Today 4/18/26 dinner, my beef broth was way too salty. 1st time trying it. But the appetizer seafood pancake was extra good today.”
“the food was delicious. we had hot pot with kbbq. the pork belly is great. it was reasonably priced as well. the staff was so, so kind and friendly. they even gave us a little freebie due to an extended wait (but it wasnt even really their fault!) highly recommend”
“Pretty good! The garlic Parmesan is the best and I used the oven to reheat the fries——it made them delicious again! My only suggestion would be to work on making the wings juicier and more tender as not many people like dry, tough chicken. The sauce dressed is pretty good!”
“Went for Lunch by recommendation of several friends and the Chef himself. Went in with open mind and was blown away by the atmosphere. I sat at the bar and ordered. Bartender was great and knowledgeable about the items and listed the great options. I ordered a drink and talked about trying something new substitute as an ingredient wasn't available. He made a fantastic drink I'd order again. Bob Ross painting special on the TV was top notch aswell.”
“I always come here to the Prosperity/Benfield Location but tonight it wasn’t decent. I’ll still come back but disappointed cause they wouldn’t answer their phone. I’m allergic to mushrooms. My Rice wasn’t cooked thoroughly”
“We had a larger group including family from out of town, and they accommodated us easily!! The food and service were both great!!”
“Clean. With very friendly staff. They greeted me as soon as I walked in, and were quick to get me seated. Great tasting food-plenty of flavor, and fresh tasting ingredients. I'm glad it was nearby my hotel so i saw it! Definitely a great place to eat.”
“Went for Lunch by recommendation of several friends and the Chef himself. Went in with open mind and was blown away by the atmosphere. I sat at the bar and ordered. Bartender was great and knowledgeable about the items and listed the great options. I ordered a drink and talked about trying something new substitute as an ingredient wasn't available. He made a fantastic drink I'd order again. Bob Ross painting special on the TV was top notch aswell.”
“Shoutout the bartender Shaylee she made my drinks perfect and had a smile on her face the whole time, food was great as well and can’t beat the location. Definitely would recommend”
“By far the best “new” place my husband and I have tried in a very long time. The staff, atmosphere, music, and most importantly the food was amazing!!! Mel suggested the spinach artichoke dip with fried pita bread and WOW it was delicious. My husband got the Parmesan Chicken and I got the Mushroom Fettuccine with chicken. We drove 2 hours and tried it on a whim and will most definitely return. Donna and Russ Sipes Shelby County, IN”
Latest Reviews
“I go to breakfast at least 4 times a week and I watch these ladies run their butts off to try and manage the entire for every customer and every issue in between. I've seen the nastiness they deal with from the customers who chose to come eat in a very understaffed unappreciated under paid and over worked restaurant ran by at most 3 young woman. Cut them some slack, it's apparent the store and the people who park and go in and eat need them probably closer to more than they need us or Denny's. The world ugly don't punish the ones who wake up every day and still work a job”
“The new owners rock! 100% improvement from last owners. Buffet is awesome!! They keep the pizza coming and the salad bar is great. I have been there more in the last 2 months than I had ever been there. The people who work there are so friendly! I always tell people how great it is! Keep up the good work.”
“1st, your atmosphere is wonderful, but exuberant fellow patrons made conversation difficult. WORTH IT every way! My husband, son & I savored every morsel & the wonderful food eased our spirits. And I just found a word re: our table person, Shahada, royalty. She is radiant.”
“I ordered a Ruben and when it arrived the toast was black and burnt. I never complain so I said nothing and tried to eat the sandwich but the toast was very hard. After trying to eat it I just gave up not wanted to be a bad customer and make my two adult friends uncomfortable. I just paid the bill $70.+and gave the server Emily a $20. tip. My friend ordered one of her usuals but the sauce was not what she normally gets. We were told that the cooks sometimes use whatever is available and finally just sent out a replacement with NO sauce. She finally just gave up and ate whatever she ordered. The third friend her husband avoided the situation. We finally gave up and I paid the bill with my Sky Miles AMEX card total $90.+ We came into the restaurant probably around 7:30 or 8pm. Sorry for the bother but it bothered me I've lived here since 1972.”
“I love morganstern books so much they have my favorite books even books in Oprah’s book club and they have other interesting books they always have the books I like morganstern books is my favorite book store in the whole wide world it is the only book store I will only go to”
“Beautiful, spacious modern decor. Impressed by the esthetic from the moment of entering. Food was excellent. Got the baby beet salad. Very good, but I think the beets (fewer perhaps) should’ve been chopped into smaller pieces with more strawberries and greenery. Very filling. I had the roasted eggplant for my entree. Wonderfully seasoned, served over a bed of white rice. I would definitely get it again. My desert choice was the blueberry cheesecake. Scrumptious! The staff was very friendly and efficient. Will definitely go back. Nice outdoor patio area as well. Thumbs up!”
Most Popular Restaurants
“The store was clean and staff were friendly.
I ordered the large pink sugar cookies and the large chocolate chip cookies.
They were consistent in size and decorated beautifully. They were fresh, warm and delicious!
I ordered the 4 pack at basically $4.75 each
Cookies worth the price 💗🤎”
““Outstanding service! Our server CASSIE was incredibly patient, kind, and attentive throughout our entire visit. She made us feel welcomed and taken care of, and their positive attitude really stood out. On top of being an excellent server, she were also very pleasant and attractive. Definitely someone who deserves recognition for their great customer service!””
“Since we don't have a Cheddar's in our area, we try to go whenever we are on the road. This restaurant was clean and the staff was super friendly and helpful. My 5 year old doesn't like apple juice, milk or 'lemonade'. We conspired with our server to give him 'strawberry juice' or strawberry lemonade. Thanks for the assistance! Our only small complaint was that the chicken tenders were bland. Other than that, great job as always!”
New Restaurants
“We were served by Abel, one of the owners. He was fantastic! Made our birthday celebration very special. We had a friend come late, and Abel brought him a meatball to try, on the house. Incredible, friendly service. We had the Crossroads, the Luigi, and the Margherita. I loved the ricotta on the Crossroads especially!”
“I make an effort to visit Piccoli Dolci every Saturday at the Woolery Mill Farmer’s Market just to get a cornetto. Seriously, I daydream about these pastries all week long 🤤 Thank you, Piccoli Dolci, for your delicious treats!! It will be a sad day indeed when my husband and I have to move and can’t get your goodies every weekend.”
“Stopped by here while visiting the area and just had the best experience. They will essentially make any drink you would like so long as you know what goes into it, and they are just fantastic about it! Clean bathrooms, amazing service, cozy atmosphere on a cold day.”
“Ever since SK opened in Bloomington I have been coming to this location weekly/bi-weekly to buy smoothies for me/co-workers. They are without fail delicious and ready for me to pickup within 10 or so minutes.
Pedro (who I believe is the manager but I am unsure) always seems to be there when I am and is always a nice friendly face to run into.
Thanks Btown Smoothie King!”
“Everyone needs to try Maye’s immediately!! The service was so quick and the food was genuinely so tasty. It also doesn’t break the bank. The team here was so great and friendly. The owner spoke with us separately to check in on us and it makes sense why the team is so great. I will continue to be back!”
“Food was great, and the workers were very kind. The place was clean and looked very nice inside and outside. They seemed very organized. I didn't wait no longer than 5 minutes for my food. Food was hot and fresh. I would definitely recommend eating here. The only downside was that it was difficult to find parking.”
“My time at michael’s uptown Café was wonderful very chill and elegant my food was so delicious and the crème brûlée to die for overall It’s an amazing restaurant to enjoy an amazing meal and chill with friends and family”