Restaurants in Bloomington

“Have dined here several times with the wife. Unique offerings on the menu and attentive servers. The bowls are good and the various chicken dishes were also good. Looking forward to trying some of the other offerings. Ample portions for the reasonable prices.”

“Absolutely love the chico here! Highest suggest! Owner is absolutely awesome to work with!”

“Just went there with my husband for the first time. Service was excellent and the food was exceptionally good. We shared a pizza and I had a simple salad. Pizza was flavorful and just right for the two of us. Salad was greens, tomatoes and kalamata olives in a divine dressing. Yum! Highly recommend and can’t wait to return. Is tomorrow too soon? lol”

“The beer and seltzers were refreshing and the decor and whimsy were fun. We would love to stop again when we have more time to try more items on the food and beverage menus.”

“I have been 2x now and both experiences I left happy! Great food. Great prices. Great staff. Only suggestion is to have bottled water availble for purchaseuntil the water doesn't taste like mud in Bloomington.”

“My favorite place to eat every Friday night 🖤 chili chicken and white 🍚 the husband gets Tenga chicken biryani. The have made so many improvements lately to their dining. It’s looking beautiful in there.”

“ordering online was super easy and convenient! Food was hot and ready when the website said it would be. I ordered the paneer Tikka burger and it was AMAZING.”

“Excellent at its Best Food Fit for The Queen an Daughter Queen Enjoyed The Food an conversation very interesting keep Rising”

“The staff was friendly… food delicious and restaurant very clean!! We will be back as regulars! What a great welcome to Bloomington! Thanks Tony!”

“Our first time at Cadillac Jack’s. The staff is wonderful, friendly, and attentive. Miranda was exceptional. The food was great. Had the J poppers and cheese curds to start which were yummy and very pleased with the pizza! We will definitely return!”

“Terri and Chelsea are true charms as owners. They have trained their staff to the highest levels to take care of each customer. The food is excellent and exquisite, which warrants compliments to the chef! The atmosphere in Mystic is lively and energetic. We always enjoy coming to this establishment!!”

“Great tongue and tripe tacos. Excellent burrito. Great prices too. Highly recommended!”

“The best Mexican place in town HANDS DOWN. Fast, delicious, variety. You can’t ask for much more. This is my go to place in Blono for authentic Mexican food”

“Denny’s did my daughter’s birthday cake this weekend and it was adorable! We’ve used grocery stores in the past and ended up with cakes that looked rushed. You can tell the cake decorators here take their time. Picture in comments! (also best sugar cookies in town!)”

“highly recommend! the staff are great. The atmosphere was so inviting and laid back. I really enjoyed karaoke.”

“Revery was absolutely amazing! Right from the start, Gregory was welcoming, and helpful. It helps he has a great personality, as he was able to not only help us make decisions but kept us entertained as well. The food was amazing for the price point, and portion size. The three other guests, and I, all had something different and we all enjoyed our meals. Next time I'm back in town, I will definitely be coming back for sure!”

“Delicious food and great service. We will be back regularly ‼️”

“Lunch buffet was amazing! So glad that they brought it back!”

“We hosted a family milestone celebratory meal for nineteen people which exceeded even all our high expectations. Between DawnMichelle Alvarez, Biaggi’s Event Coordinator, and Christy, our primary server, we received fabulous treatment throughout our evening. We have celebrated family milestones at Biaggi’s for many years and will continue to do so because Biaggi’s in our opinion is the very best Bloomington has to offer.”

“This place is amazing. Best samoas I ever had and huge menu. The ambiance is good— split between evening dining and a cafe type vibe. Good for whatever you are feeling. Looking forward to going again and sampling much more of the menu. Oh, also, it is just off of Route 9 in the small strip mall across from Chucke E Cheese. Easy place to get lunch or dinner in town.”

“Went for lunch with friends. The food and price were very good but the service was 5 star. Morgan was outstanding; very (but not overly) attentive. She was very personable and professional.”

“LOVE ANJU ABOVE!! Drinks were on point and sushi was amazing!Cant wait to go back!”

“we came for a birthday celebration. we had a party of 7. everyone got something different & everyone enjoyed their meals. we felt the quality & quantity of food was very very fair reflective of the price. our server was incredibly helpful & very observant of our tables needs. my family is already asking when we can go back.”

“The food was awesome, hot & cooked perfect! The staff couldn’t have been better! My husband & I will be back!”

“Great experience. food was delicious and our waitress, Jolei was AWESOME.”

“We had a stellar experience. Nate was not only our server but more like a tour guide on our culinary adventure. The food was beautiful and delicious! Top to bottom, excellence!”

“We love Bakery & Pickle! Our food is always outstanding, good service, and quality cocktails. We love their bartender Cullen. He makes the best drinks in town and will even create something unique based on our tastes. We had so much fun at the bar last night that we skipped our dinner reservations in the dining room and enjoyed our anniversary dinner at the bar. This place is always a good time with great staff, food, and atmosphere. Cullen keeps us coming back for his excellent cocktails!”

“My group came in to celebrate a very important milestone and our waitress was amazing! From the moment we sat down, she was so friendly and upbeat — it felt like she genuinely cared that we had a great time. She remembered our drink orders right away, gave great recommendations, and checked in just the right amount. You could tell she loves what she does! She honestly made our night very special — we’ll definitely ask for her next time!”

“Arrived around 2 pm and we almost had the entire place to ourselves. We were waited on immediately and both had water to drink. The "pick 2" and "pick 3" we used to order was no longer on the menu. I ordered the Coconut Shrimp and Shrimp Scampi with salad and baked potato. Husband ordered the Fried Shrimp and Shrimp Scampi with salad and potato. We had several of their garlic biscuits which were fresh and served warm. . The total bill was $66 ,plus tip. The service was good and the food was very good too, but a little overpriced in our opinion.”

“China Star is run by a wonderful local family. They are courteous and organized. When I order over the phone or online, the food is always ready on time. I enjoy the broccoli and snowlpea combination plate.”

“Love going to Dennys in Bloomigton Illinois. Always fast and friendly service. Patty is our favorite but the rest are good too. They are a team and work together”

“Kid-friendliness: They have high chairs

Wheelchair accessibility: They are fully wheel chair accessible. Parking lot has nice bigger spots for full van with lifts to be in. No steps just double doors wide in. Bathroom is always handicap accessible”

“Friendly quick staff; Well-staffed. Hot food. Clean and upbeat atmosphere. At Drive through Ididn't have to wait in a spot ! Haven't had a problem there. Pretty much the opposite of the area Burger Kings.”

“Today was my first time eating at Lucca Grill. We went during lunch and I ordered their grilled chicken sandwich dipped in parmesan sauce and homemade chips. It was delicious! Our waitress was fantastic! She greeted us as we walked in and gave us great service! We are definitely going back and will have to try the pizza.”

“I really love the selection of beer and seltzers. Additionally, the bartender was super helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable. I love that you can go upstairs and play games or sit outside on the patio.”

“I was in town for Cicada research and after a long first day, Rosie's was suggested by multiple people. I had the Special and (it was steak skewers thar night) everything was prepared beautifully. The staff are amazing. By request, I returned the favor and fed them. Fried Cicadas. kitchen staff, wait staff and bartenders. all of them are skilled and have great personalities. I will go out of my way to return. Thank you on behalf of myself and the "Name That Bug!" community.”

“Looking to replace Denny's for early morning breakfast. Another story, another time.
6 am opening, perfect. Had steak and eggs. Exactly what I ordered. Waitress checked on me more than once after food was served. Music was 80's but not too loud to have conversation. All in all, I will be back.”

“Had the Buffalo Chicken Philly last night. That Bourbon Buffalo Sauce is straight FIRE. The way it combines with the cheese and pulled chicken creates an excellent balance of tangy, Smokey, and creamy flavors that I did NOT want to stop eating. This may be my new favorite sandwich in town. Period. Full stop. Aaron and Crew knocked this one out of the park and then some.”

“Amazing coffee and baked goods! Give it a try, you're missing out.”

“After years we finally tried Annie’s and we were not disappointed. I had their smoked burger and fries they recommended the mustard sauce with it. Excellent addition and suggestion. The other food we had was the brisket plate with a corn muffin, cole slaw and potato salad. The brisket on its own was delicious so tender. The various sauces just added to the flavors of the brisket. The amount of food you get for what you pay is such a good price, definitely wont go hungry. We will definitely be back.”

“Our server Katie was absolutely the best. She delivered our food and drinks on time when the restaurant was very busy. She was very polite. I wish we could have more servers like Katie. We will definitely return and ask for her section.”

“Always on point! Exceptional coffee”

“This place is the best! I’ve been eating here since I was a kid, and it’s delicious every time! They are so friendly as soon as you walk in, and the food is always hot and fresh. This place serves the best Chinese food in town, and I highly recommend!”

“Badass bar the way bars are supposed to be. Breath of fresh air for the middle of Illinois. Good affordable food with rowdy potential. Super attentive polite staff but don't annoy you to death.”

“Slightly pricier than a fast food place, but you get twice as much. The parmasaun truffle fries with garlic aoli were delicious and the regular size was twice the size of others. Well done!”

“Amazing staff and amazing food!!”

“Great local place to share with friends. Good food, freshly made, friendly staff.”

“Hands down the best pizza in central Illinois. It’s clear how fresh and original this place is. It’s not often I find a place where I could get a different item each time and be just as satisfied as before. Always have to try the specialty pizza of the month, usually it’s a hit. Favorite regular menu pizzas are Blackjack Mac and Grillmaster. Flingers has yet to even remotely let me down. Easy 5 stars”

“1st time having Nom Nom Noodle, and it was welll worth the wait in line. Food was delicious, portions were huge and staff very friendly. Will definitely have it again.”

“we got an order of sugar cookies from a patient after the delivery of their baby. They were pink and blue iced and delicious. Can't wait to visit and try more!”

“We’ve loved Oberweis/TBJ ever since they opened. The food is great and the ice cream is the best! The employees are all great to work with too.”

“Pow! Boom! This is it! Now we all know what Batman must eat to annihilate all the villains. It's OUT! This is some incredibly delicious food. Talk about seasoned to perfection, melt in your mouth and so homemade; there must be a spoon still in it somewhere; waiting to be discovered. I had the hard task of tasting both the brown gravy chicken and the curry chicken, in an attempt to decide which one to order. Both were very flavorful, the flavors were distinct for each of them but both equally good. Real home cooking cannot be duplicated, there's no trick that can replace hours of slow heat and proper execution. Pouring stuff together doesn't make you a Chef, other places consolidate service jobs and depending on where their employees are standing that day, they may be today's chef. Sad, but true. This food is wonderfully prepared, that takes time and effort. Hat's off! Go, in and meet Meka, tell her Jen sent you, because she's the "best" at what she does, samples will convince you by themselves but don't say I didn't tell you, first! Hopefully, I'll meet you or beat you back there, soon. Peace 2 All!”

“My birthday cakes growing up were always from Janet’s and were always something I looked forward to. When I was planning my wedding I knew I wanted Janet’s for my cake and cupcakes! They did an AMAZING job with desserts for my wedding. Everything was fresh and delicious. They were great with communication and accommodating to my requests. I will continue to be a repeat customer!”

“Tim runs a phenomenal restaurant, featuring the best prices in town and offering samples of Major Melonz 🍉 Tiger Dolls on the Hot Bar.”

“I loved the coffee and atmosphere so much that I decided to work here and it was the best decision! The owners, management and employees all really love what we do and it shows. Side note, with some trial and error, we found the best soft serve ice cream and I highly recommend it!”

“The food, staff and tequila are absolutely fantastic. My first choice since the first time I ate there.”

“Always a pleasant experience. Staff is kind and prompt even when its busy. All the ice cream is delicious and I've never had a bad choice. I have my favorites however everything I've tried has been delicious. Quaint neighborhood atmosphere and large selection of awesome ice cream. They do have some sandwich options but I've never tried their hot food.”

“Grove Street Bakery put together an excellent selection of freshly baked pastries for a meeting that I recently hosted. I was proud to serve this delicious and beautiful assortment to my guests. Highly recommend.”

“We stop in anytime we are in the area. Kari (spelling) is the early morning person behind the bar-and he is amazing! Had the best sandwich ever-The Philly Sandwich covered in their homemade cheese. I would drive 2 hours right now just to have another. Overall, it is a great place to visit, but tough to leave! My apologies, I don't remember the bartender that came in at 10...but she was equally amazing! Can't wait to go back”

“The food and the tequila. Amazing staff and always good people there. Gotta love the pass”

“Great little local bar. First class service. Super super clean. Drinks are so reasonable. You’ll make new friends and hear the latest news. Mr Lincoln would be proud.”

“Servers are rude...I told my waitress I was unhappy with the eggs because I wanted real eggs. She assured me that it was indeed real eggs. ((Look for yourself) see pic below if I can add it) then she told the other waitress who was even more rude and made sure we heard her disdain. For the situation. Very unprofessional the hashbrowns looked like filet of sole (from a shoe)...I had a spinach feta and tomato omelet with no taste the egg was so watered down it was disgusting. staff digusted among themselves my experience but only the cashier apologize for it...smh”

“I came in for the first time and got a Blackberry Biancha. I actually changed from a caramel mocha and they were soo chill about it! So nice! They told me about the app and helped set it up and give me points.”

“We had a graduation party at Casper Brewing Company and it was absolutely perfect! Everyone was amazing to work with and the room is comfortable, with several tables and sitting areas. You can bring in your own food and the drinks are fabulous! We would definitely recommend Casper Brewing Company for your next party!”

“12/10 one of my FAVORITE restaurants I've ever been to!! The atmosphere is amazing. It's super relaxing, and I love the music. Everyone working there is kind and the facilities are clean. I am always impressed with the quality of the food and drink. The build your own poké bowl is a great deal. The portion sizes are nice; I always get two full meals out of one poké bowl. I highly recommend this place to anyone I can! Plus it's nice to support a local business!”

“I love this place! The food is incredible. The Black and Blue burger was amazing. Thank you Adam!”

“Best tacos in towns! 1. Quality 2. Consistent 3. Delicious”

“I have nothing but great things to say about this spot.
I'll start with the owners. They are both EXTREMELY nice and always have a smile on their face. The customer service is fantastic and they work fast. They make this food fresh so don't complain about wait, it's worth it!

The food is fresh and delicious! Cooked to order and the terriyaki they use is addicting. The portions they give you are extremely satisfying and I tend to have leftovers (I'm not complaining lol).

Price varies for orders but we usually get the chicken teriyaki and that runs around $10.

Even though Eastland mall is a ghost town, this place keeps going and I hope they continue to stay open!”

“I have just discovered Crafted. What a hidden gem! Met a friend for delicious coffee a few days ago and here for drinks tonight.”

“I can honestly say I have never had a bad experience there and the food is always wonderful. Their chicken is delish. Also, their pizza is my favorite. service is always good”

“This review is only for our one dinner there. Other times we’ve loved this place. But tonight first we had to look for a menu bc only one server/bartender on duty, but she was friendly and efficient when she came. Food: liver and onions good; chopped steak OK; “premium side” Mac and cheese was right out of a quick fix box, and the coleslaw tasted funny. Also, I paid through the app (which I love), but when I got the receipt in mail, it recorded $2 more than I marked. Oh well, like I said, first time for dinner. Will only be going for breakfast or lunch in future. Still like the place.”

“I have never had better Pad Thai, than at Thai House!”

“Wow! First time visitor. Everything was fantastic! We started with the Steamed Pork Dumplings. Mr wife had the Beef Stir Fry Ramen. It was so good that we got one to go for our child at home. I tried the Chicken Bulgolgi and had the Beef Hot Stone Bowl. Both were excellent! Well worthy the 45 minute drive. We will definitely be back!”

“This place is absolutely amazing.

Love the food and people that work here.

Gym around the corner and I go here twice a week easily.”

“A bit confusing by the photos posted by google maps but this is situated in the chicken pop up restaurant. Burgers were great but the truffle fries were not very truffley. The fries actually upset my stomach halfway through so I pushed them to the side. I think it was the aioli sauce that I didn't care for. Otherwise quick service and great food”

“The best thin crust pizza in Central Illinois. Our waiter, Cam, was a rockstar and was working the entire dining room by himself. He handled it with grace and a smile. Highly recommend going!”

“Had the trio for dinner and it was really good! Delicious crunchy chicken, fries & dessert! Will 💯 be back”

“Good burger and waffle fries!”

“Love going to Dennys in Bloomigton Illinois. Always fast and friendly service. Patty is our favorite but the rest are good too. They are a team and work together”

“we enjoyed a wonderful carry out thanksgiving day meal prepared by a great bunch of folks, Thank you so much!”

“Very, very sad that this place closed. It was AWESOME!”

“Lunch buffet was amazing! So glad that they brought it back!”

“We hosted a family milestone celebratory meal for nineteen people which exceeded even all our high expectations. Between DawnMichelle Alvarez, Biaggi’s Event Coordinator, and Christy, our primary server, we received fabulous treatment throughout our evening. We have celebrated family milestones at Biaggi’s for many years and will continue to do so because Biaggi’s in our opinion is the very best Bloomington has to offer.”

“I’m sooooo heartbroken this is closed I just got back into town and have been looking forward to this for quite a long time and had a big group I was going to bring! This is the absolute best food I have ever ever had! Breakfast and lunch! With the best service!! I wish it would open up another location I would travel to it for sure! Yiu will be missed!”

“Excellent food, prepared fresh, served hot. Very clean. Owners efficient & 'know your name.' Group friends there at least x1/mo if not more.”

“This is a very nice bar. It is a very clean and modern. Lots of tv's to watch sports and just a really comfortabe atmosphere. The service is very good.”

“We stop in anytime we are in the area. Kari (spelling) is the early morning person behind the bar-and he is amazing! Had the best sandwich ever-The Philly Sandwich covered in their homemade cheese. I would drive 2 hours right now just to have another. Overall, it is a great place to visit, but tough to leave! My apologies, I don't remember the bartender that came in at 10...but she was equally amazing! Can't wait to go back”

“Travelling across the country Have driven 3000 miles best Cobb salad to date Great experience discussing local items with server”

“I ordered a Supreme pizza. I made a special request and the manager, Trey, took care of it. It was ready quickly and he answered all of my questions. The pizza was delicious and Trey is terrific!”

“Excellent at its Best Food Fit for The Queen an Daughter Queen Enjoyed The Food an conversation very interesting keep Rising”

“The food was awesome, hot & cooked perfect! The staff couldn’t have been better! My husband & I will be back!”

“Ate there yesterday, food was excellent, had fish and chips, fish was the best I have had in a while. Atmosphere was great also. I was impressed. will eat there again.”

“Have dined here several times with the wife. Unique offerings on the menu and attentive servers. The bowls are good and the various chicken dishes were also good. Looking forward to trying some of the other offerings. Ample portions for the reasonable prices.”

“food was great and so was the service.”

“Had the Buffalo Chicken Philly last night. That Bourbon Buffalo Sauce is straight FIRE. The way it combines with the cheese and pulled chicken creates an excellent balance of tangy, Smokey, and creamy flavors that I did NOT want to stop eating. This may be my new favorite sandwich in town. Period. Full stop. Aaron and Crew knocked this one out of the park and then some.”

“We've been to another Culver's we really like the butter burger, we tried the cheese curds these were tasty. And my cashier Ed ... He was very polite 😁”

“Today was my first time eating at Lucca Grill. We went during lunch and I ordered their grilled chicken sandwich dipped in parmesan sauce and homemade chips. It was delicious! Our waitress was fantastic! She greeted us as we walked in and gave us great service! We are definitely going back and will have to try the pizza.”

“Love going to Dennys in Bloomigton Illinois. Always fast and friendly service. Patty is our favorite but the rest are good too. They are a team and work together”

“We were very impressed with the hospitality. From the moment we walked to the register for the buffet they went above and beyond to make sure me my wife and daughter were comfortable and enjoyed our meal. I have never in 30 years met associates so eager to provide service to customers. That days a lot. I can't speak for other Pizza Ranchs but this one is excellent.”

“Just went there with my husband for the first time. Service was excellent and the food was exceptionally good. We shared a pizza and I had a simple salad. Pizza was flavorful and just right for the two of us. Salad was greens, tomatoes and kalamata olives in a divine dressing. Yum! Highly recommend and can’t wait to return. Is tomorrow too soon? lol”

“My husband and I shared the combo platter. I got the turkey and he got the ribs. Both were really good and we got the coleslaw and potato salad. The potato salad was exceptionally good with the brisket in it never had anything like that before delicious!!”

“Went for lunch with friends. The food and price were very good but the service was 5 star. Morgan was outstanding; very (but not overly) attentive. She was very personable and professional.”

“The beer and seltzers were refreshing and the decor and whimsy were fun. We would love to stop again when we have more time to try more items on the food and beverage menus.”

“Delicious food and great service. We will be back regularly ‼️”

“Our first time at Cadillac Jack’s. The staff is wonderful, friendly, and attentive. Miranda was exceptional. The food was great. Had the J poppers and cheese curds to start which were yummy and very pleased with the pizza! We will definitely return!”

“Always my fav when I'm in this area, ppl are courteous, pleaseant, great atmosphere, reasonable prices, fast great food! I thank you all for making my experience here a good one everytime!”

“My wife and I recently visited Bloomington from out of state and we needed to find a good coffee spot. This place is fantastic! We were able to enjoy morning coffee here each day and then came back for a treat a couple of afternoons. The staff was very helpful in determining the sweetness of a mocha they made and it was perfect! Also - I was surprised at how quickly the line moves, seemed like less than 2 min per car!”

“We stopped in here while attending a concert at The Castle Theater just around the corner. One of the coolest hangout spots ever. Great cold drinks great service! Place is Super clean and friendly managerThe arcade is awesome some great games we will definitely come back when In the area! Easy parking! We had a blast!”

“Great atmosphere, genuinely interested in what you have to say :) amazing pumpkin toast and pistachio latte!!”

“Coffee is smooth and flavors are delicious!”

“Authentic Indian gem with spotless hygiene! Fresh spices deliver true flavors. Biryanis shine—Chicken, Mutton, Veg, Hyderabadi. Starters: juicy Chicken Tikka, Malai, 65, Kebabs. Snacks: crispy Samosa, Pakora, Vada. Must-visit!”