Seated at the bar because it was so packed, but no problem--we were hungry. The three of us ordered…read moredifferent burgers and WOW! All three of them were spectacular! They were unbelievable and the creative toppings made them even better! I honestly can't remember ever having a better burger (I ordered the southern burger). And not to be outdone, the fries were delicious--crunchy on the outside, and served with three different "sauces." We WILL be back!!! Yum!! Thanks for a wonderful dinner!

My son suggested we try BRU Burger Bar during it visit to IU, and I'm so glad we did…read more Delaney was a delightful server, and was very helpful and knowledgeable, and did not steer us wrong. Interestingly, neither of us ordered a burger, but the wings were fantastic, the fries were super crispy, and the truffle aioli that we dipped them in was house-made and delicious. But the crown jewel of the evening was the honey gochujang chicken sandwich! I can't say enough good things about it. The chicken was tender, the breading was crisp and tasty, the honey gochujang sauce was to die for, and the toppings just brought it all together. Seriously. Get it! Super casual atmosphere. Very friendly. Highly recommended, and we'll definitely be back!

Bub's burgers and ice cream tasted absolutely amazing!! the Bub's special, which included a burger…read morewith fries was well cooked and well done. the taste was just perfect, and the perfect meal on a nice sunny day! the staff was very nice and greeted me upon entry, and outstanding customer service. I would give it 67 stars if I could! Chef's kiss well deserved

Woah! Incredible food and shakes! I had the mini Texas burger with sweet fries and mallo dip... it…read morewas so delicious!! I also mixed the Oreo and mint ice cream for a shake and it was so good. Customer service was great and the place itself is so cool with so much history on their walls

Fun, good energy and vibes. The unique sporty decor gives a warm, inviting, personal touch. All the…read moretables were a tad sticky which was not surprising but felt kinda gross. The staff were friendly. There were so many levels of seating which included long bench/tables accommodating for groups. Wings were great! The sweet Lou's were VERY sweet! They had a strong caramelized brown sugar flavor. Hot wings were vinegary and spicy. Tater tots were perfectly fried. Great bar food and wings. Would definitely visit again!

BuffaLouie's was a fun place to go, with a lively college atmosphere. You order your food and beer…read moreat the counter, and they bring it to your table. The staff were amazing, and the beer was flowing. The menu covers the basics--wings, burgers, and fries--which fit the setting perfectly. A great spot to grab a bite and enjoy the college-town energy.

Best Burgers in town!! I also love how the service the people there are the sweetest and kindest…read morepeople they always make you feel at home.

Just drove into Bloomington for the day to grab some stuff from the stores in town. We live about…read morean hour into the country. Burgers and fries had absolutely no seasoning whatsoever. Tasted like bland red meat and American cheese. Not the best burgers in town. Fries taste like dog water that's been sitting for two weeks. No care was put into this food. The girls in the back look like they hate their life and want to put no love into their cooking. Not sure if this is the new ownership or what but this place will be out of business if it continues. Regulars or not standards matter.

Fat Dan's no matter which location you go to is pretty consistent and also a safe choice…read more I always get the chicago dog and some type of side. The wings are really good. I usually go for the larger order. A few of my firends had the brisket sandwich and they loved it. They also said it was a bit oily and messy, it looked like it... Sometimes Ill get the mini corndogs, but the amount of ketchup they give you is a joke, so be sure to ask for extra in advance. The loaded tatertots is also a good choice to share with a group. Would always come back for something casual. Good lunch spot from the feedback my friends gave me.

Wow. What happened? This place I swore by not so long ago has taken a serious nosedive…read more Lunch with the kid again. Fun, right? Nope. They were a bit busy but it didn't seem like a huge crowd today. We sat outside again. I knew what I wanted immediately, and placed our order as soon as our waitress came over to greet us. A cheeseburger for the kid, and a pulled pork sandwich for me. I've never had theirs before. And I never will again. And fries. We got fries. The wait was insane. At least a half hour for very simple dishes. The kid got a tiny burger. Beef and bun. No cheese, no ketchup. I had to ask for cheese. Yes. They messed up a cheese burger. Then there was my pulled pork. It was literally inedible. I've since come to learn that it was not reheated properly, so the goo that covered every bit of meat was fat. It was served cold, for some reason, and the way it was presented on the menu, listed under a picture of some yummy browned wings led me to believe it would be a very different - and HOT- sandwich. The server did offer to take it back, but at that point the meal was ruined for me and I didn't trust them to make anything else, or make it quickly. I made it clear I was very unhappy about such a disgusting sandwich. She took all of 10% off my bill. Better than nothing, but a lot less than I was expecting. if this is how they're doing things now, I'm done with this place. Badly overseasoned fries... cold pulled pork... cheeseburger with no cheese... I mean, come on... and based on what little I caught from people at another table, getting food out seemed to be an issue for them. I'm not sure if any other places nearby that aren't just bars serve decent food, but if they do, you can definitely give this place a hard pass. Yuck.

Classic Burger with Gouda cheese was excellent! He fries were crispy and had just the right amount…read moreof salt! My favorite French fries so far! The beer roasted salmon with the sweet potato fingerlings and shiitake mushrooms was very good. The silver skin was not completely removed from the salmon. There was not a lot of spinach. Would have preferred more spinach & less sweet soy syrup. Service was spot on! Server was very attentive and helpful with beer and food selections.

Food is still great. The service has gone incredibly downhill. We don't go as often because of…read moremultiple bad experiences with poor service. It makes it difficult to justify the expense these days when you're treated like an afterthought.

The famous Sample Gates of Indiana University are just right down the street from Nick's English…read moreHut in Bloomington. Next year Nick's will turn 100 years old!!! An amazing success! Greek immigrant Nick Hrisomalos started Nick's. Nick's "Sink the Biz" fries have Nick's spices sprinkled on them along with Romano cheese and a great garlic mayo to dip them in! The Stromboli is incredible! Lots of flavor, great bread, meat, cheese yum!!! Oh, and the bread and butter pickles on the side are delicious too! The inside is really cool! Lots of booths always a plus, I U memorabilia, TV's playing sports, a bar, all in a very warm and inviting down home college hang out. I took home one of their great glass mugs. Took a keychain home also on the at out. Just nice friendly staff in a great college town. Oh, I will say I don't like mushrooms but on the way out we saw a plate of breaded mushrooms and my goodness they were huge and looked good. I might've tried one. Ha

NICK'S ENGLISH HUT IN BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA IS NOSTALGIC…read more============================== I attended a parent's cocktail party about nine years ago when I visited IU during the student orientation for my son. I had fun, had a beer and collected a Nick's Hut glass jar/glass. Fast forward nine years and my son and daughter-in-law had their "Welcome Party" the evening before their wedding on Friday, June 19, 2026. This was after their wedding rehearsal and dinner elsewhere. We had a great time on the second floor that was totally reserved for our big group. They had more food, beer and other beverages as well. Kind of cool to attend events before my son started college and years later.

Hubby and I made a stop in for a beer. There is a huge tap beer selection, plenty of seating and…read morestaff is great. We did not stay for dinner, but there's a huge menu selection of food available.

The Tap was a good spot!!! They had tons of beer options that they brew in house. We loved the…read moremexican lager! We both ordered wraps and fries. These fries were AMAZING. I'm not a big fry lover, but I loved these. The wrap was just okay. They forgot to put dressing in it, so I had to ask for a side and then dip my wrap in it. The chicken in it came crispy and had a healthy amount of cheese which I was a fan of. We went on a Friday late afternoon & it wasn't busy at all but the service was not good. Our service was very nice but everything just took awhile.

Great pub in near the courthouse area. We came in for a dinner and service was great. We had…read moreawesome smoke wings. Very flavorful. Came with two sauces on the side. Great selection of burgers and huge selection of beers. They also make their own hard liquor - ask for a free sample. Great spot to take your college kid to when visiting.

Big Woods is a relaxed, down-to-earth place for a good meal in Bloomington. The food was…read moresatisfying, and the experience felt welcoming and unpretentious. Four stars from me: very good overall, with a little room to make it even better. I finally tried an Indiana specialty: the breaded pork tenderloin sandwich. As a European, I had to smile. Back home, we might simply call it a Schnitzelbrot. Here, it gets to be a local celebrity.

I had my doubts because this restaurant is in a hotel, and a Holiday Inn nonetheless. I don't trust…read morehotel food but I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered the Beyond Burger and it was delicious. The patty was thick and the way they put it together with the toppings was really tasty. The fries that came with it were very flavorful and I could not have expected more. Add to that a local craft IPA and I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. Big thumbs up.

Burger theory is closed. The hotel has the bar open with 4 appetizers for food. Very limited…read morealcohol too. The bartender is also the cook. Not open on mondays