35 Best Pubs near Bloomington

“OMG!!! I wasn't sure what to expect from this restaurant within the Hilton, but was I ever surprised!\nI ordered the Seared New York Strip with fingerling potatoes, asparagus and broccoli, and it was PERFECT! The steak was cooked to order, with seasons that kept me (a definite salt person) from ruining it by putting salt on it! It didn't need it. \nThe wait staff were great, and so nice, even after I spilled my water all over the table and floor. I wish I could have sampled some of their wine to go with the steak, but unfortunately, that wasn't possible. Honestly, the food didn't need it. Would highly recommend them to anyone in the area!“

“Great food and speedy friendly service!“

“Great atmosphere! So many people having a great time. Ordered the Dragon's Milk Braised Beef Ribs with snap peas and mash. So good! So tender and flavorful! Gravy was chef's kiss!“

“Never had a bad meal here“

“We had a South African get together there!! What fun it was, had the Rugby playing and the vibe was amazing! The pub was rolling and everyone had an awesome time. We want to thank the GM Shane for getting us the big screen and speakers running so we could watch the BOKKE win!!! #GoBokke. I did not eat there, but the food smelled amazing! Thanks so much for all the great service and making us feel so welcome.“

“Friendly community gathering spot. Pub sings, jam sessions, and gatherings of morris dancers are why I end up here, that they are at Merlins because Merlins has always been enormously welcoming. It's our community home.“

“My girlies & I spent celebrated my 40th birthday with you yesterday (16.03) & it was incredible. I was literally treated like a princess… we were put in a private function room, complimentary Prosecco, 3 x birthday desserts, & we were looked after SO well by Scott. Honestly couldn’t recommend enough, the food / drink / staff, were SO lovely! Thank you so much for making it so special x“

“Love this spot. Great owners. Great feel. Good food. One of my favs.“

“Stopped in to get to go meal while at a conference at the hotel next door. Staff were welcoming and accommodating of my request, even let me have a water and tea while waiting. Food was excellent. I live in Saint Paul but will be making town hall a new place to stop with friends!“

“Great wings and burgers and fries.“

“Super fun vibe, FANTASTIC people/staff, great food and fun times.“

“Awesome place!! We walked in with a group of 11 at 8:50 pm, and the kitchen closed at 9, but they told us no big deal, go ahead and order food, which was so kind! The food was amazing, and they took time to explain everything. We had plenty of room to sit and enjoy ourselves, with three levels of seating. Even when it was time for them to close the taps, they gave us a heads up, but because we were talking too much we forgot to grab a last drink, so they turned it back on for us! They could have been so annoyed with a large group of chatty women, but instead they were so hospitable! Can't wait to return!!“

“Great beer at a reasonable price. Delicious burger and jalapeño Mac and cheese bites. Nice friendly wait staff. Love it there!!“

“I think Richfield is known for hole in wall bars with burgers and this is the best in my opinion. The burgers were huge and so fresh and you cant beat that. The cook was very friendly and you could tell ahe really cared about what was coming out of her kitchen. If you want a good burger and are in the area check them out. Even traveler's in Bloomington and the mall this would be a spot to hit.“

“They have some of the best wins, they have remodeled lanes, they do have a nice bar and restaurant and the service is always awesome. parking lot with handicap ♿ entrance, good 🍕 pizzas, good burgers 🍔, a devoted variety of beers 🍻.“

“Great Live Music @ Mikkel Bee Presents👍🥳🥳“

“The Bulldog is a pretty standard place, warm beer, stiff drinks, but the reason I'm giving it a five star review is because of our server Hannah. She was AWESOME! She was also friendly, attentive and accommodating. We would go back to the Bulldog just because of her. Thank you Hannah for bringing some joy to our hang!“

“Awesome Karaoke Great Karaoke Host and Great Staff Great Singers Nice People Great Atmosphere Those of You who like to sing Karaoke I recommend this Karaoke Venue“

“This place is really nice on the inside. I don't live in the area but I was working in the area today. Google scrolled food options and chose this place. 👌 totally loved it. The ladies serving were awesome and the food was really great. Definitely tasted like great quality food. I'm vary happy I chose to come here!!!“

“Super meal at Blue Door. Standout burgers and delicious sides. Not sure how they get the tots as crispy as they do. We started with the chef salad, we each got a burger and then shared sides and slaw. Overall fantastic dining experience, food was really well seasoned, and our server was knowledgeable and fast.“

“I have been going to Bo Diddleys for over 30 years and Bo Diddleys subs are the best except for the fact that they switched to Miracle Whip from the traditional Mayo. I remember them trying this switch years ago and they did end up going back to Mayo. At least give us a choice between Miracle Whip and Mayo. Remainder of menu is great.“

“I got into Minneapolis at 1130am, and wanted to get a bite to eat. Almost all of the eating establishments in the area were closed, except this place. Good food, good beer, great atmosphere, and great music. You can tell that this is a 'locals favorite'. Put this place on your list, as a good place to chill.“

“We had lunch on Saturday at the bar and Tyler’s service and overall attentiveness was outstanding! The food and drinks, I had a flight, were very good. Great experience our first time there.“

“This is one of our favorite local spots! Whether we're stopping in for a cocktail or joining Thursday Night Music Bingo, we always have a great time. The bartenders are friendly, the atmosphere is welcoming, and it's a fun place to meet up with friends.

Mike recently hosted a private Music Bingo party for our group, and he was fantastic. He was incredibly engaging, and he made the event so much fun. He was also quick to respond, flexible throughout the planning process, and made everything easy from start to finish.

If you're looking for a great neighborhood spot with delicious drinks, friendly service, and a fun Music Bingo experience, I highly recommend checking it out. Supporting local businesses like this is what makes our community so special!“

“Very pleasant great burgers“

“Great eats! Can’t go wrong with a few local beers and some fish n chips!“

“Great food, nice bar, reminded us of home“

“Had a quick dinner tonight with the kid. Service was amazing (Lex) food came out fast and hot. Had the birria grilled cheese with the L13 tots (fabulous btw) and the smashed potato bowl. Will definitely be back!“

“Pat's tap is my favorite neighborhood bar! Great drinks, great food and even greater staff!“

“This place has character! One of the chefs, Nate, let me try a new creation of his. I’m not sure if it’s going to become a menu item but it was the best burger I’ve had in a while. The house kettle chips were so thin and crispy, also the best I’ve had possibly ever. I’m not a fan of buffalo or blue cheese typically, but I trusted his taste with this burger and boy I’m glad I did. 10/10! Everything went together so well. It’s not on the menu but I hope it will be soon. He called it the “Beefalo” I’ll be back for it soon!“

“Love the new space. Digital signage said burgers were $3 on Wednesdays. They were $4. Still tasty and a great deal, but update your sign. I sat for 10 minutes and watched the server take a picture of people at a table and chat with her friends. Never came near my high top table. I finally went to the bartender (very nice) who took my drink and food order. Server swung by 10 minutes later (20 minutes after I sat down). Told her I ordered from the bartender. She never stopped by after that. I was there for 45 minutes, saw her interact with her tables twice. Service was pretty scarce. 2 or 3 staff sitting in a booth. If the bartender hadn't been awesome, I would have left. Burger and onion rings were good.“

“Will was our bartender and server. He was absolutely amazing and accommodating. I would give this a five star experience. Definitely will be coming back.“

“We stopped in at the new location and shared a club sandwich with onion rings. The sandwich was fabulous! Delicious bread and it was huge! The bartender was very friendly. They're lacking ombiance with the decor but it's a Legion! We're looking forward to bingo when it starts up again.“

“Great Chicken BLT Salad! Everyone at the table was pleased with their meals. I would definitely come again!!“

“Every time I have been in, no matter the rush, the servers have taken care of me and my group. I will always alway shout out their sweet potato fries, their fries, wings, and tatchos. Connor the bartender has been by far the kindest most attentive, fun bar tender. I’d honestly come back just for Connor! Fun fun fun and close to campus an absolute classics.“