Empire Coffee of Bloomington

I only got to go to this place twice while I was in town, but they have the absolute best ham and cheese croissants I have ever eaten. And that is saying something. My photo doesn't do it justice, but it's basically a whole little meal with thicker cut ham and steaming cheese. And the people there are really nice. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This is one of those coffee shops that is serious about coffee. My test of a new coffee shop to me is the cortado. If it's right, they're serious about the quality of the coffee. And the goodies that go with are reasonably priced and well done. I'm told they make their croissants on site. I will be back to work my way through the selections.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The young barista was great. Coffee was good. The gaming slot machines are horrible atmosphere

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 4

Phenomenal coffee shop, and staff! The coffee is hot, dark and smooth. I can only drink black coffee if it’s exceptionally high quality and brewed right and Empire ticked all the boxes.

Besides the coffee, THE BAKED GOODS!🤤. They have a wide variety of regular and gluten free croissants, donuts, and scones. They make them all in house. We shared 6 different ones to get a good sampling and THEY ALL WERE DELICIOUS.

Run. Don’t walk. When you need your next coffee fix. You can thank me later.

The fine print: it’s a little hard to find, it’s on a frontage road and has signs up for their slot machines in the window. We weren’t sure at first if we were in the right place. But rest, assured, you’re in the right place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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

I found this place from google maps and SOOO glad I did Lovely service, fun food and pastry selection, I grabbed some gluten and non gluten free items just because the reviews said delicious. I got a blended coffee mocha its delicious and doesnt taste like chemicals, ot tastes like coffee. Definately recommend you go try it out yourself!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We came here because a review said the Gluten-free options were out of this world. They were not exaggerating. If your looking for gluten-free or even if your not this is the place. They have great coffee as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

They have some of the best coffee and gluten free goodies in town! I love their gluten free donuts

Food: 5

Service: 5

I just found the best gluten free donuts I have ever had here! Even my husband and kids think they are amazing. Please never stop making them!

Food: 5

They have a good variety of gf/vegan baked goods!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

What an amazing little hidden gem, I can't believe we haven't been here sooner! 10/10 will be back soon.

Hidden Gem!!!

Don't let the exterior steer you away, inside is cozy and friendly. The barista's are extremely knowledgeable about their coffee and how to make their drinks. The pastry are delicious and the gluten free options are excellent. We will 100% be back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Croissant

there's a nice variety of gf/vegan baked goods and the gf/vegan raspberry coconut cake is delicious!

Unexpectedly fantastic. This is the best pastry place in town. I try to come here once a week if I can help it. It is fantastic. The inside is odd, I'll admit. It's chill, though. The staff is friendly and helpful.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I was hesitant to try this business due to the exterior and I was pleasantly surprised! The coffee and bakery was delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5