Came on a Saturday during the farmers market. The shop was very crowded and the line was super long- all the way to the bathroom. Took about 40-45 mins to finally get our coffee after walking in but the baristas were all super kind and apologized for the wait despite it being out of their control and them working diligently. They have a wide assortment of pastries that look absolutely delicious and of course, coffee, with syrup options (they use the 1883 brand), and a seasonal menu. We got the vanilla and the caramel latte, and both were the perfect amount of sweet and had good flavor. Would absolutely recommend! read more

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The food was okay but not worth the price. I haven't tried their coffee but the place is cute and workers are kind. Menu is small and not very interesting I'll try other coffee shops instead read more

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PUMPKINQUEST 2025 CONTINUES! I am in search of the most yummy sessonal goodies in the area. Todays travels took us to historic downtown Bloomington to a favorite watering hole, The Coffee Hound on Main Street. Famous for their amazing coffee,teas and homemade baked goods, today's search was for the ellusive Pumpkin Spice Latte with real Pumpkin! (Don't be fooled by chain restaurants who advertise pumpkin spice but have spice but no pumpkin. Shame on you, giant chain restaurants!) I ordered an iced pumpkin spice latte with an extra shot of espresso. It was a perfect blend of espresso, pumpkin, spices and cream! Very refreshing after a day of errands and just what I needed for the mid-afternoon slump. I eyed the pumpkin cake but will have to try that next time as too full from lunch. My friend got a loaded hot chocolate which he pronounced, "yummy!" The Staff as always, friendly and helpful. I love the ambiance of this location with the origial artwork and downtown charm. If you are looking for a nice spot to spend a little time during your busy day; stop and smell the coffee. I highly recommend The Coffee Hound, you will not be disappointed! Kate the Artist read more

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Cute downtown coffee shops with good amount of seating. The cronut was delicious but on the pricier end. Unfortunately I was not a fan of the matcha smoothie -- it ended up being goopy and the matcha flavor was not strong enough. read more

Their hot London Fog Tea Latte is the best I've ever had! Very friendly staff as well.

Review Visit: March 15th, 2015 With two places to choose from, you won't have to go far in Bloomington/Normal to find a coffee place! When I visited Coffee Hound, I hit up the Bloomington one, so this info is based on that one. Coffee Hound is located on Main Street where parking is convenient, the area is nice and the coffee good. I came here with a group of friends and we all got delicious drinks. While my drink was on the more 'espresso-y flavored' side, it was still good. The staff is nice and friendly and they have some cool merchandise for sale. I don't want to hound to you go, but support your local coffeehouses :). read more

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Solid coffee spot near the ISU campus! I really enjoyed my carmel whole milk latte--espresso was well balanced, and ordering it 'half sweet' kept it from being overpowering. The wait was long, but it was a busy Saturday morning during the farmers market, and the staff did a great job keeping things moving and organized. A bit on the pricey side for coffee, but I'd definitely come back on a quieter weekday. read more

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Great ambiance and coffee in a relaxed setting. Really needs to be less expensive so that's why I can't give 5 stars. My latte and pumpkin bar cost $14 and I'm sorry but that's way too much. read more

Cool place food okay. Like it's a variety some things pricey a bit. Nice atmosphere...

Great coffee Love the ambience Our service was good.. took a little bit to make coffee but they were slammed! Was worth the wait. read more

the blonde girl at the cashier was super sweet and the vanilla latte is soso good maybe even the best i've had (it's sweet!) and the inside is really cute. i was super tempted to get some of the merchandise because even that was adorable. open a chicago location please read more

Spacious, nice decor, and great coffee choices. The bathrooms are clean. Overall a great place to work or hang

We were in Bloomington for a weekend and read the reviews. Some of the best coffee I have ever had! Friendly staff, very good scones.

Great place! Friendly and helpful! Great place to sit and work, too. Free WiFi! Oh, and they have soy milk as one of of their milk alternatives. read more

I only stopped by here to grab a coffee-to-go for my drive back to STL, and I swear, this coffee shop is a vibe. Upon entering the coffee shop, I was in awe of how they decorated the interior of this place. I was impressed. The whole shop has an inviting vibe and a modern twist. I ordered my basic iced caramel latte and a pastry. Both were delicious! I would return to this coffee shop if I ever take another road trip that passes by this town soon. read more

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Coffee was ok. Just a typical coffee shop with uncomfortable furniture, average service attitude. Not bad Not great

I woke up to start a long day of driving and the last thing I really wanted off the highway was gas station or McDonald's coffee. I looked up to see if there may be anything better and, lo and behold, I was close to Bloomington and Coffee Hound. It was really nice to take the stop into town and experience this nice little stretch of street in Bloomington. Staff was kind, shop enjoyable, and most importantly, the coffee delicious. Thankfully Coffee Hound was there to get my day and drive going the right way. The hound's barks allowed me to avoid the tasteless experience of McDonald's on my middle of nowhere drives through this country. Awww-ooooo (this is the sound of The Coffee Hound that I have now just made up). read more

The best coffee spot in Bloomington. Not even a competition, these guys crafted me an Irish Cream Latte in a big boy sized mug served on a spill ready saucer proving out the bean game is won here. I wanted to go for the horchatta, sadly that sauce was out of stock, however couldn't be sad for long with this St Patrick's approved brew. It went down like smooth green molasses, perfectly warm and mixed without settling over my hour stay. But noticed that parking meter Jeep noticed my car nearing the time up time so had to dash, I could easily spend all day weekends here. It's an enjoyable atmosphere with friendly service and nice little cozy spots. Unfortunately I couldn't get the internet to connect that old despite feeling silly asking for the password multiple times. Really want to see this place use Toast or the Joe app to better incorporate mobile orders and rewards. read more

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Great queer friendly spot for avocado toast, baked goods coffee and great vibes. It's spacious and super cute. Wonderful service too

Good vibes in this coffee shop with people working on their laptops and others just enjoying each other's company. Excellent coffee and quick service! Highly recommend! read more

Coffee Hound has three locations in B-N; this is the downtown location just south of Il Wesleyan Univ. An old space, its worn wood floors and high, tin stamped ceiling make a comfortable spot for study, meeting friends, or relaxing. My orange cranberry scone was sweet like a pastry, which balanced the surprising bitterness of the mocha coffee. Other bakery items available. read more

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not a single soul in this establishment would double-cross you. the space was open and bright and warm (the emotional kind, the temperature was just right). I prefer to grab one of their teas; they have a great selection of blends--hot or iced, you can't go wrong. I hear their espresso drinks also hit the spot. 5 stars: would marry anyone who proposed to me here. read more

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Yummy and friendly! They are really busy during the farmer's market, but take that as a sign that they are worth it! Wish they had a few vegan pastry options, but they definitely have plenty of great choices for vegetarians. read more

What better way to start the day with a robust, smooth coffee? It's a pretty dope spot! CH's cool art sets the tone. The latte caramel and hazelnut with oat milk . It is the perfect temperature for the coldest day. Customer service was a plus. The baristas were friendly and explained my options. Great vibes for coffee, light breakfast, and atmosphere to work/study or day trade a little. read more

I had to come back here twice in one week! Their drinks are so delicious!!! Probably a good thing we don't live near, but now will be a part of our trip :-) The ambiance is so warm and friendly. Very college picturesque! read more

Love: the Midwest vibe in this old building. Friendly baristas Location, downtown and I can pretty much always find parking nearby. Don't love: the fact that after COVID they close at 4:00 PM. Come on! We need a nice little cozy coffee shop in town to meet with friends...past 4:00 PM. Don't love: that they are suddenly wearing masks (today's date is Jan 7th 2024) Are the Baristas forced to wear them? I can't help but wonder. Shame on you owners! I think we are all ready to move on from that ridiculousness. It's nearly enough to make me not want to support the place. We will see. Don't love: cupboards are empty. Literally...where they used to have a great selection of pastries (and years ago, pre-COVID, offered gluten free options) they have some "left over" scones and Blueberry muffins. Getting Lazy? Owners are vacationing somewhere and don't see this? Not sure. So, they are left wanting. I love BLM, I love Midwest living , I love this small town. And if I had the cash, I'd open a place similar to this and turn it into what this little coffee shop used to be. A great little cozy place where you could come and gather with your friends after work (not easy to do with a place that closes at 4:00), get gluten-free options, and enjoy the loveliness of unmasked baristas! If the masking continues and the empty cupboards, I suppose I'll have to find a different place... and boycott The Coffee Hound and wait for some kind of reform! read more

What I did really like is they had people wait outside of the store until they put their masks on, so kudos for that. It was busy on the inside in terms of all of the tables were taken up by singles. I asked for a very sweet vanilla latte and it was about average, not especially sweet but it was just okay for a $5 small coffee. I like the design of the coffee cups tho. read more

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The coffee here is delicious, we had a hot latte and iced latte with milk and honey. The staff was friendly, and vibe was good. The review is in comparison to the rest of the reviews. read more

Recent highlights: 1. The best hot lattes. The best. So many choices for different milk (dairy or not) and syrups including fresh honey. 2. Blueberry muffins. If there is one in the case you must get it. 3. Avocado toast. With Eggs. I don't think I need to say more. 4. Gravity House Blend Coffee Beans. Buy lots. Bring them home. Enjoy. 5. Love the vintage historic interior. Many inside tables removed due to COVID, but there are several little tables on the sidewalk, and the bar seating at the window is still available! Once you have real amazing coffee like this, you can't go back to the mainstream national chains. #CaffeinateLocal read more

very good service, very pretty inside. Also had lots of seating so it didn't feel crowded

Not always but a vast majority of the times I gathered the people working there are exceedingly slow. They never have any sense of urgency to get anyone's drink out. They seem to want to talk at the counter or espresso machine. When I complain, they want to correct me first before they address my complaint, which is usually about how long they are taking to get my order prepared. read more

Coffee Hound is a highlight of downtown Bloomington. Walking in is a breath of fresh air. We started our day here, and I couldn't have asked for a nicer staff or better food! I ordered a chocolate croissant and a drip coffee. The croissant was delightfully flakey! read more

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Great cappuccino. Wonderful espresso. Space is really nice with lots of fine art on the walls. Only four stars because the Scone was tasty but slightly under baked. Service was friendly. I'd come back for the coffee for sure. read more

This is my favorite coffee shop in BloNo for sure. It's location in downtown Bloomington is really cool, as it gives the shop an old, historic feel. It also is far enough away from ISU's campus that it could be a little less packed than other coffee shops closer to students. Okay now to what we actually care about: coffee. The coffee is great. I would say the best in town. Whether it's hot, iced, or nitro, it's all incredible. Way better than other coffee shops in the area. The pastries are really solid as well. If you haven't been there, you gotta check it out! read more

Delicious fresh pastrie-blueberry muffins sooo good-avocado toast-yum Locally owned and delightfully delicious! read more

Awesome old-school cafe vibes, very chill atmosphere and great selection of espresso drinks, tea, and bottled beverages too. Their merch game is also super strong, and I proudly wear my Coffee Hound cap read more

Hands down the best coffee in Bloomington-Normal, AND they roast their own beans with care and precision. Full disclosure: I worked here for a time in college, around 2011-2013, so I may be a bit biased. I will say though that the owners are passionate and care deeply about their business, their customers, and their employees. The employees themselves are extremely knowledgeable; they receive hands-on training and partake in frequent coffee tastings. Getting your drinks from Coffee Hound, or buying their retail products, is the essence of supporting local businesses. If you care about quality, consistency, and customer service, this is the place for you. My experience working here was absolutely life-changing. read more

Great coffee and lattes with a cute Chicago cafe feel. Always has a good wifi connection to do work when at the cafe.

Honestly the first couple sips of our lattes were great. But it seems like the foam was the only thing that had flavor so once you work your way down the drink, it lost its flavor. Overall pretty fair. They offer milk alternatives (macadamia nut milk included). The service was ok. Nothing outstanding. I would say this whole place is pretty bland. Not the worst but definitely nothing outstanding. read more

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Service and quality always top notch. Their cold brew is one of the best in the area.