More of Bloomington's Standout Tables
A deeper pass through the restaurants keeping Bloomington in the national dining conversation, from buzzy newcomers to long-game institutions.
La Patrona Bloomington
Bloomington, Illinois
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
IHOP
Bloomington, Illinois
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano
Bloomington, Illinois
Chain outpost serving a large menu of Italian fare plus specialty cocktails in a laid-back setting.
Arby's
Bloomington, Illinois
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
Alexander's Steakhouse
Bloomington, Illinois
Lively chophouse with a salad bar, grill-your-own steaks, Texas toast & baked potatoes.
Monical's Pizza
Bloomington, Illinois
Casual Italian chain known for its thin-crust & deep-dish pizzas & salad dressing for dipping.
Denny's Restaurant
Bloomington, Illinois
Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.
Little Caesars Pizza
Bloomington, Illinois
Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.
Steak 'n Shake
Bloomington, Illinois
Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.
Bandana's Bar-B-Q- Bloomington
Bloomington, Illinois
Regional chain dishing Southern-style barbecue & sides in a cowboy-themed space.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Bloomington, Illinois
Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
Rosati's Pizza of Bloomington/Normal
Bloomington, Illinois
Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.
McDonald's
Bloomington, Illinois
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Veracruz
Bloomington, Illinois
Taqueria doling out traditional Mexican fare in a tiny, straightforward dining room.
Harmony Korean BBQ
Bloomington, Illinois
Identifies as Asian-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Bloomington, Illinois
Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain.
Tobin's Pizza
Bloomington, Illinois
Old-school, kid-friendly Italian-American joint with pan pizza, spaghetti dinners & fried chicken.
McDonald's
Bloomington, Illinois
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Subway
Bloomington, Illinois
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Grady's Pizza
Bloomington, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Subway
Bloomington, Illinois
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
That Burger Joint
Bloomington, Illinois
Counter-serve spot offering burgers, chicken sandwiches & hot dogs, plus hand-cut fries.
First Wok Chinese Restaurant
Bloomington, Illinois
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Kickapoo Tea Room
Bloomington, Illinois
Service options: Onsite services, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch, Solo dining. Accessibility.
La Bamba Mexican Restaurant
Bloomington, Illinois
Counter-serve chain offering burritos, tortas & other Mexican eats in colorful environs.