Restaurants
The Uptown Cafe
http://www.the-uptown.com/The Uptown emphasis is a Cajun-Creole style with a distinctively Bloomington flavor. Renowned for great Steaks, Fresh Seafood,Crab Cakes, Cajun Gumbos,Etouffees, and Barbeque Shrimp. Extravagant Breakfasts feature heavenly Cottage Cheese Pancakes, Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, Chorizo and Eggs, and Shrimp and Grits. Jazz and American Soul music permeate the atmosphere. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners and Brunches. … Read More
One World Enterprises
http://bloomington.com/It all started in 1982, when Jeff Mease was an IU undergrad working for Domino’s Pizza. As he rolled corporate dough and spread store-bought sauce, he realized he could make a better product and break the monopoly Big Pizza held on the campus market. Thus was born, with the help of Jeff’s partner Lennie Busch,… Read More
Lennie’s Restaurant and Brewpub
http://www.lenniesgourmetpizza.comCombining coziness with casual elegance, Lennie’s offers a welcoming atmosphere perfect for relaxing with family or friends. This local gathering place serves your favorite comfort foods with an artisan twist, from handmade gourmet pizzas and satisfying salads to sandwiches as big as your head. Lennie’s also houses the original location of the Bloomington Brewing Company,… Read More
Mystik Mocha
The short story is that we basically sell (or will eventually sell) everything competitors do, but much cheaper. The idea is to pay the rent, be practical about the difficulty of the work, nature of the product, and ethic we hold ourselves too. You should be able to indulge in a manner that doesn’t bust… Read More
Happy Pig
http://www.happypigbloomington.com/Happy Pig is Bloomington, Indiana street food. Their aim is to make locally sourced and seasonally relevant food more accessible. They use what is available and change their lunch and late night menus weekly. The happier the pig, the better the bacon. They have a weekly-changing, seasonally relevant menu. They offer catering for events. Please allow for… Read More
Rachael’s Cafe
http://rachaelscafe.com/Rachael’s Café grew out of a desire to create a friendly, inclusive, peaceful atmosphere for all. Their mission is to bring understanding, education, and acceptance over a cup of coffee. Come in to try their new beer, Rachael’s Irish Red, brewed in Indiana specifically for Rachael! Rachael’s Cafe offers gourmet coffees and teas, along with homemade… Read More
The Village Deli
http://www.villagedeli.biz/The Village Deli has been a weekend breakfast tradition for many Bloomington residents and oodles of IU students. You just can’t Do Bloomington without Doing the Deli. Come for lunch and dinner, too!
Nick’s English Hut
http://www.nicksenglishhut.comAttire: Casual Culinary Team: Gregg ‘Rags’ Rago, Chef David Davenport, Ritchie Bowling, Pete Mikolitis, Niles Hall, Chuck Garmon, Aaron Garmon, and many more talented individuals! General Manager: Gregg ‘Rags’ Rago, Mike ‘Mugs’ Hall Parking: Street, Public Transit Specials: Sunday- $6.75pitchers Bud/Bud Light, $6.75 Pitchers of Coors Light, $2.50 Bloody Mary’s, $6.50 12′ cheese pizza,$5.75… Read More
Upland Brewing Co.
http://www.uplandbeer.comWe’ve been brewing beer in Bloomington, Indiana since 1998 – award winning ales, lagers, and sours – with our own unique twists on traditional recipes. Along the way, we’ve made lots of friends and drank our unfair share of good beer, all while trying to do good in our communities and do well as a… Read More
Soma Coffeehouse
http://www.iheartsoma.com/“No Corporate Aftertaste.” We are coffee snobs. We change our grind, time our shots, and will make latte art on your drinks. We know that a caramel macchiato is actually a caramel latte and it comes in a large cup, not a grande or tall one. We juice lots of fruits and vegetables, make smoothies… Read More
Laughing Planet
http://thelaughingplanetcafe.com/9/communityVegan-friendly restaurant, though not all options are 100% vegetarian. Menu consists of mostly burritos and salads. Meat, veg options both available. Tofu can be added to any dish.
FARMbloomington
http://www.farm-bloomington.comTake a seat in the FARMmarket & cafe. Enjoy a beverage with a delectable pastry, or one of Chef Daniel’s fresh salads, sandwiches, or soups. A variety of carry-out items are also available. FARMmarket & cafe has a great selection of signature food products to spice up your home kitchen. Got an extra-special birthday, anniversary… Read More
Crazy Horse Wine and Food Emporium
http://www.crazyhorseindiana.comThe Crazy Horse is a locally owned, independent bar and restaurant and Founding Member of Local First Indiana, with a extensive menu of salads, sandwiches, pasta, and steaks. Housed in a historic building, originally a hotel, dating from 1880’s, The Crazy Horse has retained its elegant charm as a lovely place to spend your time. … Read More
