Where to take visiting family in Bloomington

Food & Drink

Soma Coffeehouse and Juice Bar

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Upland Brewing Co.

Contemporary pub grub accompanies rotating house brews in a comfy, art-lined space with a patio.

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Big Woods Bloomington

Relaxed restaurant & bar serving locally brewed beer & creative pub fare with live entertainment.

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BuffaLouie's at The Gables

Counter-service locale dishing up burgers & wings in a laid-back setting adorned with sports decor.

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The Runcible Spoon

Bustling option for casual cafe fare served all day in a whimsically decorated space with a patio.

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55 Southern Stone

Light-filled spot offers ample table space & a menu of classic Southern fare from local ingredients.

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Malibu Grill

Seafood, steaks & pasta served with local beers & craft cocktails in a laid-back yet stylish bistro.

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Social Cantina

Hip restaurant with an industrial-chic vibe serving tequila, craft beers & classic Mexican dishes.

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Uptown Cafe

Lively fixture serving American eats with a Cajun-Creole bent all day, plus full bar & soccer on TV.

Nightlife

Nick's English Hut

Bi-level sports bar mainstay offers market-driven American eats & a hopping post-dinner crowd.

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Janko's Little Zagreb

This institution serves hearty steak & seafood dinners & fine wines in an old-fashioned dining room.

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The Elm Restaurant

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Crumble Coffee and Bakery

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Hopscotch Coffee

Laid-back haunt for pastries, house-roasted coffee, espresso drinks & tea, plus outdoor seating.

Nightlife

Lennie's Brewpub

Easygoing tavern serving local craft beers & a wide-ranging menu of eats, including gourmet pizzas.

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Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Family-friendly chain serving American comfort food with a Texas twist, plus cocktails.

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The Inkwell Bakery & Cafe

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FARMbloomington

All-day cafe with a funky vintage vibe, modern farmhouse-inspired cuisine & downstairs nightclub.

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Needmore Coffee Roasters

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Osteria Rago

Quaint Italian restaurant featuring housemade pasta & pizza, weekend brunch & gourmet foods to-go.

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The Chocolate Moose

Enduring joint doling out ice cream & shakes, plus burgers & hot dogs, in modern, counter-serve digs

Nightlife

Port Hole Inn

Unfussy option serving beers, pizzas & steaks in a low–key locale with a family room.

Nightlife

C3 Bar

Locally owned & operated cocktail bar serving imaginative seasonal food & freshly mixed drinks.

Arts & Culture

Sample Gates

Built in 1987 by Edson Sample, these gates mark the entrance to Indiana University's Old Crescent.