Very nice meals. Good service as well --ver friendly staff. We go there often prior to shows.

Great drinks, good food, though a very limited menu. I tried two Old Fashioned drinks, and both were really good. We really liked the Frites and the Muhamara (for apps). Then we had the Pork Tenderloin and a chef special (something akin to jambalaya, was pretty good). Seems like they might rotate things a bit, so we'll be back again to try some new flavors! read more

Everything was too good. The food, the staff and service. The bartenders would make custom made drinks for you and they were always so good. The ambiance at the bar was also good. Not like a trashy college bar read more

This food blew my mind it was so good! It made me wish I had a significant other to go on dates with so I could go out to eat here in that setting. read more

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I've come to C3 three different times now. Each time I have enjoyed the food and drinks immensely. I still have to say I think the Caesar salad is number one on my list of food choices for here. (Ask for extra dressing). I have tried a variety of the drinks they have available and all are delicious. I will make my way to discover more about their wine list than I have. They have seating indoor and outside they always have the AC set at a nice temperature. I have never had a problem finding parking available. I do want to make my way here to continue to try the drinks. Don't forget to ask for the verbal dessert menu. read more

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This cozy place has great food, great drinks, and a lovely atmosphere. We loved being outside on the patio listening to live music.

This us where I go in town to forget we are outnuumbered by 18-22 years olds. Fantastic food, amazing cocktails, and a lovely atmosphere. The filet sliders and fries are my standby, but everything that comes out of the kitchen looks and smells amazing. I almost asked the man next to us at the bar tonight for a night if his steak, ha! Lots of small plate options and they also now offer entrees. A few weeks ago an additional seating area opened up inside and they double their seating in mice weather woth the patio. Talk to your server or bartender hear! They will whip you up something at the bar if you don't know what you want and everything is a work of art. read more

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C3 is the perfect spot to bring parents, grandparents, or going on a fancy date night. The inside isn't like any other Bloomington restaurant, and it is located farther away from the main campus area. They sometimes have live musicians and the darkly lit inside gives it a fancy sophisticated feel. The food was good, but small plates. The scallops were good, but the burger can be skipped. Overall, I recommend trying it at least once read more

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Had a fantastic first experience at C3. It's nestled and tucked away, which I like, and the whole experience feels very upscale without overly upscaled prices. Our appetizer was delicious, and both entrees were fantastic and finished without hesitation. Will definitely go back! read more

C3 has been an excellent addition to Bloomington for a good craft cocktail and excellent small plates. I've been several times since the place opened and have always been very pleased with the small plates I've ordered and drinks. Cocktails run around $10 which is fairly average for a craft cocktail and small plates and appetizers vary in price but offer a wide variety. The frittes are a delicious choice for fry lovers and are perfectly cooked and crispy served with a spicy homemade ketchup and lemon aioli. The flat bread is also a great starter to share. You can't go wrong with any drinks on the menu but the Pina Colada and the Maui Pineapple Mana beer are 2 of my favorites on the menu! C3 often has free wine tastings during the week making it an added bonus and frequently do wine pairing events and other events to attract cliental. read more

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Great place for drinks and small plates! We went there last night to celebrate a birthday and enjoyed our time very much. Plenty of parking (street and lot) and a nice sized, covered patio. I was surprised (and by surprised I also mean delighted) to learn they had select $6 cocktails on Tuesday's because I hadn't seen that advertised. Not mad! Great drinks. We ordered a couple of small plates which were fantastic. Our entrees were good, burger was a little over cooked and I was wishing we had done the sliders instead. They were also out of the chefs special, which was a bummer. But the butterscotch budino was fantastic! Overall a great place that we are looking forward to returning to. read more

Went there on a Tuesday night and it was crowded. Make a reservation. Bartender was very professional. Wait staff were excellent. Drinks were good and on special Tuesday night. Menu has some odd ball items which I tried and found each one Very Good. Very nice atmosphere. Prices were moderate, you won't walk out feeling like your wallet is empty. Very nice break in the action from Kirkwood Ave. read more

After a thoroughly taxing last few days, I decided to reward myself with a trip to one of my highly-anticipated Btown bookmarks. First, I love that this bar is hidden away in a high end apartment/condo complex that appears relatively new. It almost feels like a secret! Sarah, tonight's hostess and usual bartender, was super friendly and kept checking on me even when my normal waiter was backed up with a couple full tables! She gave me great recommendations and is the reason I had such a great experience! I was dining alone tonight and had nothing but time so the slower pace of things didn't bother me a bit. I consider it a great sign of success when a place such as this is hopping on a Tuesday nigh! The outdoor patio seems intimate and scenic even though there are buildings on all sides. The interior is dark and cozy. It almost felt like you needed a password to get in. What a cool vibe! There were lamps at each table and the bar was nicely backlit. Now on to the food and drinks! I'd like to start by saying I didn't recognize most of the bottles behind the bar except for the local spirits from Cardinal Spirits. That is always encouraging as it means you're sampling local goodies or the same from other parts of the country. I started with the Cinderita, a wonderful play on a margarita complete with smoked salt on the rim which made all the difference! I had a difficult time deciding on an entrée. Why do the other reviews only mention small plates? The entrees are select but still incredibly difficult to choose from! Next time I'll have the chicken with risotto, but on Sarah's recommendation, I went for the burger. It is served mid-rare unless you request it otherwise. I went for medium as I am not quite that brave with regard to my burger done-ness. It's quite possibly the best burger I've had in recent memory! The char on the edges coupled with the tang and saltiness of the cheddar (all Indiana-sourced) made every bite something to be savored. The pork belly added just the right touch of smokiness as well. The fries are seasoned with Old Bay and served with spicy ketchup which has the vinegary-peppery kick of some sort of chile. The drinks didn't always come with the food, but there was a full bottle of water there to fill the gaps. My next drink was the 421 Daiquiri which is only found at C3 because the head mixologist collaborated with Cardinal Spirits to come up with a special version of their tiki rum. Normally, I'm not a big rum drink person as they tend to be on the intensely-sweet side, especially with pineapple, but this one was different. The pineapple almost lended a note that reminded me of cinnamon. It was so good and a delight to have something unique to this place. Dessert came around, and I opted for the flourless chocolate cake and the Frontiersman cocktail which featured two kinds of whiskey, maple syrup, chocolate bitters, and Cardinal Spirits Songbird coffee liqueur. The kicker? It's served smoked!! That's just impressive. I had been thinking I was smelling firepits I maybe hadn't noticed outside, but it was just the bartender lighting up the smoker for my drink! Shut the front door; I thought I had died and gone to heaven. It was that good. The snifter it was served in retained the smokiness so I could savor it as long as I could which was great because you have to slow your roll with a drink like that. This place spoke to my soul as I live in Indy and am used to a plethora of craft cocktail and locally-sourced joints. I'm now sad that I don't get to visit C3 on a weekly basis now. Is it pricey? Yep, but it's worth every penny and minute that you spend here. What a gem! read more

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I've been in Bloomington for 2 months now and this was by far the best place I've eaten at. The service was phenomenal (shoutout to Erica!), the food was amazing, and the drinks were great. We started with the C3 salad, then I had the seasonal chicken (my boyfriend had the pork), and we finished off with dessert. I was absolutely impressed with everything and my boyfriend and I could not have chosen a better place for a nice date night while he was visiting for the weekend. read more

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What a great meal! Service was fast and friendly! Following all and strict protocols. Thanks again for a great meal C3......

Can't get enough of this joint. Great service. Great food. The crack pie......is LITERALLY crack. Must have.

One of my favorite spots in Bloomington. It feels kind of random because it's in the middle of a residential area, but do not sleep on this place! It's the best cocktail bar in Bloomington and arguably one of the best restaurants. Plus, the undergrads don't come here :) It has a dark, upscale vibe with bartenders who are happy to chat you up or leave you alone, as you wish. A few times a month they have a band, but this isn't a place where there is dancing or roughhousing. The burger is usually my go-to, but the daily specials are not to be missed. Sit on the patio when it's nice out. read more

Fun spot, especially if you happen to be older than the average college student :) The bartenders here are excellent--skillful and friendly, always happy to make recommendations based on your personal preferences. I've also requested off-menu drinks with great success. C3 regularly hosts events such as wine and Scotch tastings that give you a chance to try several items and figure out what you like best. There is no cost for these events, but you are welcome to order any item you like. What's not to love? Even though I've enjoyed everything I've tried here, I think the food is a bit on the pricey side for Bloomington. read more

C3 feels like it is a world away from Bloomington, which might be the greatest part of this dining experience. They have incredibly unique cocktails and a beautiful ambiance. C3 also offers incredibly delicious approaches to classic dishes every Midwesterner loves. If you are hitting Btown for the weekend or staying for a while, this place is a must visit, for sure! read more

Great atmosphere, drinks, food, and service. You can't go wrong here. We had everything from salad, soup, fries, filet sliders, shishito peppers, and the best butterscotch salted caramel pudding dessert. read more

Great atmosphere and great service. The food was good as well but definitely overpriced. I just went mainly for the drinks, so I don't care that much. read more

A great place to go before or after an event. Small cozy/upscale area with outdoor dining as well. Great designer cocktails and really interesting small plates. Convenient location on East Side. Lots of parking. read more

Our go to date night spot. We absolutely love the well-thought our cocktails and the amazing staff. A true gem in Bloomington

Renwick area has been waiting for this addition to village center and my wife and I enjoyed our first visit the Wednesday of opening week. We had 3 small plates - that's the menu style - steak sliders, yummy hush puppies and lettuce seared tuna tacos - all were a great first bite - hush puppies had crab or seafood in them and were hot and well fried - the sliders are served in a trio with buns made by neighboring crumble bakery - all were tasty and yummy. We followed that up with a killer chocolate cake also from Crumble - my lovely wife enjoyed two chocolate martini and I had a Stella - drafts limited which is fine I like bottled beer. Decor lovely with ample out door seating - one tv at bar. Note - went second time and had French fries - tasty fresh cut potatoes with a bit to much spice for me - will order again with out spices - I sweat when spiced! read more

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First time we've been to C3 Bar, since Covid. I called first to see if they had a happy hour. The girl answered the phone, was rude. She said no, happy hour isn't legal in Indiana. I thought, that's fine. However, she never presided to tell me they had half price drinks on Tuesday, until I ask. I understand, I didn't ask the question right. I should have said, do you have any specials. We went to C3 Bar, they were busy. There were two hostesses standing there. I ask if there was any room at the bar. Their response to me was "you can see better than we can" in place of going and checking to see if there were two seats available. They were both very pretentious and lazy. What a turn off! We left and went to 56 degree bar/Truffles. We had an outstanding and pleasant meal with out the pretentiousness. The hostesses were so rude at C3 Bar, I couldn't believe it. read more

$5 old fashions every Tuesday night!! And they're one of the best old fashions in Bloomington. If the cocktails aren't enough, the food is even more amazing. I've had my fair share of the menu staples but do not miss out on some of the chef'a specials. Always a delight and a bonus to get to sit outside when the weather is nice. read more

My absolute favorite place to go in Bloomington. Anytime I get to pick the place we go for food/drinks, it's always C3. The ONLY place to go for luxury high quality food, and top of the line hand crafted cocktails. The bar program there is unlike anything else in town, Nick always blows your mind with unique and cutting edge sexy cocktails that will keep you coming back for more, plus the highest level of barside service. The best part is they come out with new fun drink menus each season, so there's always more to come, and they have well thought-out new and imaginative drinks, as well as extremely well executed yet also inventive classics. Their managers are all exceptionally talented, impressive and nice, and Chef Matt is the best chef in Bloomington by far. read more

Sorry Finch's, there's a better burger in town! Went here with a group for delicious cocktails and dinner. We were seated immediately, but it was rather early in the evening. Drinks were amazing! FINALLY, a place that knows how to mix a mean cocktail.... and one was a mojito, which places usually fudge up pretty quickly. We all ordered the burger, (somewhat steep at $18) and were not disappointed. Tasty, but not overly greasy. Wish they would toast the bun, but maybe next time we'll ask. Crispy fries. For dessert, definitely order the fresh cookie a la mode. The place is pretty dark, but it creates this super cozy vibe. Perfect for a date. Staff is super attentive. read more

I've visited when they first opened not at all disappointed C3 is awesome If you're looking for a place for fine dining this is the place no need to drive far they are right in Bloomington! Divine cuisine Crab cakes appetizer had a lot of crab less cake, plus many more divine options. The entree meals are always delicious served hot and by professional staff . Committed professional staff well prepared And caring conscious and very friendly staff, tough to find committed staff In addition the owner/manager stops by to ensure that you are delighted Hands down one of if not the VERY best fine dining in town If you're looking to impress someone this is the place to visit Reservations recommended The Cocktails rock clever unique and very delicious I hope that C3 continue prosper, stays in Bloomington and to do well . I am thankful to have C3 In our town as an option Wow what more can I say add One of C3 housemade deserts Definitely you will delighted read more

C3 is the perfect place to go for date night, graduation, or to celebrate a special occasion in Bloomington. It is one of the most delicious and upscale restaurants to eat at in Bloomington. Everything I tried was delicious and fresh! If you need a new favorite dinner spot, this is it! read more

Food is way over priced!!! Stick with their hamburger & taco's. My $27 chef's special was way over priced & made me ill due to how much oil/ butter was in it. My wine was bad! I do Not plan on giving them a second try! The atmosphere made up for the meal & wine. read more

The meals remind me of restaurants located in cities with a high density of retirees. Palm Springs, Naples, Hilton Head - they're on the cusp of being good restaurants but everything is under seasoned. Every bite is bland. I feel like their only source of seasoning is Mrs. Dash. Nice ambiance, nice cocktails, bland food. read more

Disgusting food and terrible service. The staff and managers are extremely rude and pretentious. The food is overpriced and mediocre. And we had a bug flying around our table inside. Do not go here read more

In a way, I'm glad that I don't live in Hyde Park any longer with this in walking distance. I am sure that my wallet would always be drained. It is great to see a proper cocktail bar in Bloomington and it is even better to see it executed so well. This area has sprung up and maintained the feel of Bloomington even though it is a ways from downtown. Outdoor seating in an urban neighborhood is great with the weather is right for it. read more

I heard about this little gem from a friend and just had to see it for myself. We arrived around 10pm on a warm Friday evening to find plenty of seating both inside and out ... of course we elected for outside. We were here only for drinks and the waitress was very friendly and accommodating. There were plenty of great options on the drinks menu and I decided to try a Mojito - seemed like the perfect drink for a warm summer night. My friend ordered a Frontiersman (High West Campfire Whiskey, Redemption Rye, Cardinal Songbird Coffee Liqueur, Maple Syrup, Scrappy's Chocolate Bitters, Angostura Bitters). The mojito was fabulous - just the right amount of kick and very refreshing! The Frontiersman was evidently a hit and my friend even made a special request and the bartender was happy to accommodate. That type of drink is not exactly my thang so take his word for it! It was a very enjoyable evening on the patio with a quiet and relaxing atmosphere - a nice break from the usual bar/restaurant/brewery scene. read more

WOW! We had a ladies dinner after a matinee at IU. Everything was fantastic from the atmosphere to the dessert! We split three appetizers, shared our entrees and split three desserts! I rarely visit a restaurant where I find more than one thing that I want to order. Here, there were at least four! You have to try the butterscotch pudding dessert! read more

C3 is a fun place if you are interested in drinking your calories rather than eating them... Meaning it's a fun spot for a drink, but I don't recommend it for a meal. The cocktail menu is extensive, and in our party we enjoyed the house special basil gimlet which was quite extraordinary, a corpse reviver, a Moscow mule, and a vesper. All of our cocktails were excellent! The food on the other hand, was tasty, but the menu is limited and there was almost nothing to eat for vegetarians or vegans. I enjoyed a Caesar salad which was a slight twist on the classic including some charred Brussels sprouts. It was delicious, but it was very small. I'm not a huge eater, and usually a Caesar salad is plenty for me for dinner, but this was more like a side salad. My main course was french fries, One of the few vegetarian options, which were delicious, but something I rarely resort to as a meal. We ended up ordering a second order of french fries, since most of my party still hungry due to the small size of the plates. Our original waiter, was extremely unaccommodating, inflexible, and condescending in meeting the needs of my vegan guest. Ultimately, the manager of the restaurant acted as our server and she was very accommodating. As a sidenote, while we ate outdoors, the interior of the restaurant is cavelike, and very dim. This restaurant is not recommended for those who struggle with low vision. C3 would be a great start or end to an evening, for cocktails, but is in a remote suburban location, far from any other restaurants that one can walk to for a satisfying meal before/after cocktails. In short, while I enjoyed the cocktails, there are other places in Bloomington closer to the downtown area where one could get similarly creative drinks. Due to the lack of extensive menu, and poor options for vegetarians and vegans, I probably won't be back. read more

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We went to the C3 bar tonight for our anniversary Very nice decor & friendly staff they had a 3 for $20 special we both got the grilled ceaser salad very Nice presentation for my entree I got the cod fish with chimichurri sauce it was tender & delicious My husband got the pork tacos he said they were very good as well we both got the lemon & raspberry Tart it was served warm & the taste was very good I also got the Georgia mule drink different but tasty I would highly recommend this restaurant it reminds Me of the Rail which I loved loved!! Nice outside seating read more

The portions are awfully small, both for the food and drinks. if you're super hungry and looking for a full meal, DO NOT COME HERE. Drinks are overpriced. read more

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Discovered this place during my senior year at IU. Absolute gem of Bloomington that always delivered solid food and the bartenders were always cool to talk to and made amazing cocktails. read more