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Farm Bloomington

3.4 (858 reviews)
ModerateNew American
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Casual
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Good for groups

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Garlic fries
Ellie S.

I've been to farm a few times and I think there are some highlights that do deserve 5 stars: 1. Their garlic fries - hands down some of the best fries I have EVER had. They're incredibly unique and their appetizer portion is HUGE and great for a group of people. 2. Their drinks - also unique, and really good. If you're looking for a good cocktail this is a great option. 3. Vibes - the space is cute, the vibes are fun - great for a dinner with friends or a date night. (Or a girlie brunch!) I give 4 stars because sometimes their menu feels boring - not much changes and it's a pretty small menu. I have to be in a very specific mood if I'm going here, and there's usually only 2 things I'll order. Id love more seasonal menus or just more options. Their service can also be hit or miss. I've been and had wonderful service, and I've been and felt like they forgot I existed. No one wants to be waiting around to order a drink, or to get the check. Overall - I'd definitely go. Make a reservation because they do get busy.

Decoration
Samantha V.

My husband and I stopped in for brunch. We were sat in the bar area the inside was very cute. Our waiter was kind and attentive. I got the steak and eggs which was pretty good, My husband got the poutine which was absolutely fabulous. I got a latte it wasnt nothing to write home about. If im ever in town again I'd definitely go back for the poutine.

Catfish fry
Miles E.

My entree was super good! I got the catfish fry and my girlfriend had the salmon which she really liked and I enjoyed too. The most popular thing on the menu was the garlic fries which we got, but I wasn't blown away by. They were solid but I tasted more lemon than anything, not that they were bad but they didnt live up to the hype for me. The ambience is rustic like an old farm house which is cool, and it's pretty intimate as far as seating. The service was a 7-8/10 for me, I have no complaints.

Greek parfait
Rachel H.

We were able to snag a 9 am reservation to Farm Bloomington at the last minute for a breakfast with our IU student. It was a pleasure! We dined inside, but there is also a sizable patio in which you can dine and bring your pup (which I am also a big fan of). I had a macchiato that was delicious and a Greek parfait that was absolutely scrumptious. My son had a bacon breakfast pizza. Everyone's food was fresh and beautiful. The wait for the food was very acceptable. There also was very low noise level and the decor is adorable. Don't miss this wonderful breakfast spot when coming to town to visit your student or just in town visiting Bloomington!

Paul S.

OK, the food is great, the service is wonderful and the ambience keeps you coming back, but you really have to try Mariah's smoked bacon. No matter what you get. So good.

Calamari
Katie E.

This spot has all the hip brunch vibes--industrial chic décor, latte art, the works--but the food didn't quite live up to the aesthetic for me. Everything was tasty, but the calamari appetizer and the fries were seasoned and dressed almost identically, which made the menu feel a little one-note. It's clear they're aiming for elevated brunch, but for the price point, I was hoping for more creativity and contrast.

Cheryn F.

We were so fortunate to find this place right in the middle of the action in Bloomington. Kirkwood St. is mostly blocked off to Cars, and many restaurants including this one set up outdoor dining. The outdoor area is charming and shaded, the service was impeccable, and the food was incredible. I got the Hoosier Poutine and my husband had the Babe Ruth steak and eggs. We highly recommend this place.

Steak and eggs
Lois N.

This was a pretty decorated local food joint in Bloomington. We went for brunch and I got the steak and eggs with potatoes and it didn't feel very seasoned or well cooked. Everything was pleasantly looking but the taste was lacking in multiple aspects. Our server was great though and very attentive.

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Fabulous food, great specials. Great servers. Love the decor. Always feel very welcome there.

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Five star food every time I visit. Cocktails are lots of fun and food is creative and delicious.

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Malibu Grill

3.7(351 reviews)
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Malibu Grill is one of those places that feels stitched into the identity of Bloomington. It's not…read morejust a restaurant, it's a downtown staple with a lively, slightly upscale energy that works just as well for date nights as it does for celebrations. The food never misses. The ahi tuna is absolutely fantastic--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully done every time. And the filet sliders are a must: tender, rich, and perfectly indulgent. What really sets Malibu apart, though, is the people. Owner JB (John Bailey) has created something special here, and it shows in every detail. The staff is consistently excellent, and Tyler at the bar is one of our favorites--always welcoming and on point. Great food, great atmosphere, and genuinely great people. This is one of those iconic Bloomington spots that keeps you coming back.

Disappointing! We had a reservation for Valentine's Day. We showed up on time, checked in, and were…read moretold it would be "just a few minutes." Turns out "a few minutes" meant an hour. Other guests were frustrated with the poor planning and left, but we stuck it out because the weather was bad and, well, we figured a reservation should actually mean something. Then came the food wait. We ordered quickly and still waited another hour and a half. The cherry on top was that the takeout containers wouldn't even close properly. The food was okay. Dry. I would rather go somewhere else. We won't be back.

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The Tap - Beer Cheese Burger

The Tap

4.0(430 reviews)
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Really cool place - they have a ton of beer to try! Their beer menu (which was fully printed and…read moreavailable at our table - no scanning a QR code or squinting to read a board at the bar) had a whole page of beers by The Tap Brewery, followed by two pages of guest craft beer representing every major type of beer and with some unique options, all on tap. For drinks, cocktails (and a few mocktails) and a smaller selection of wine are also available. I wanted to get beer but I was kind of tempted by the cocktails. My first choice was a flight that included a mix of The Tap beers and guest beers, but the waiter came back after taking the order and told me that they could only do flights with their beers but could let me sample the beers I wanted to try, so I did that, and the samples were probably around 2 oz each so I basically got half a flight. After that, I ended up ordering a real flight of their beer. The Tap beers I tried were: Kill the Lights stout (regular and barrel-aged), Tapenator dark lager, Frost Bite winter ale, Nefarious Nectar blonde. Guest beers: Jacob Leinenkugel white mocha stout, Weihanstephaner Hefeweissbier, BrewDog Winter Staycation. Not going to waste space reviewing all of these, but they were all fantastic. I was really grateful that they let me sample so many! And they also have food. The menu isn't huge but does have some variety, and it's not just basic pub food. I had the ahi tuna crunch bowl and it was pretty good! It kind of had the vibe of stuff thrown together in a poke bowl, but it worked and I thought the fish was done really well. Our waiter was wonderful! He was really friendly and just the right amount of attentive. My friend and I stayed for a while talking after we had paid and he didn't rush us out at all. Granted, it was a pretty quiet night. We both really liked the vibe of the place. I would love to be back soon!

I've been to the tap many a time - but this particular visit I was focused on the fries. See - I…read morewas on a quest to find the best fry in Bloomington. So here's how the tap came out: It was a busy Saturday night. Easy to grab a high top, but being over 30 - it's not fun sitting on a bar stool. That's fine. The service - like I said, they were busy. But one of my friends never even got his drink, and he ended up telling the waitress to cancel it because we were already eating our fries. The fries - - 4 dipping sauces equals 5 stars! Love the ability to try different flavors and find your fav. My fav is the pesto aioli because its unique! I give the seasoning 4 stars, and it was a little heavy handed, and kind of overpowered the sauces. Texture was good, some were a lil soggy, overall they were good! I've had the other food at the tap, and always enjoyed myself. Definitely worth a visit - but be prepared if they're super slammed!

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