I was really disappointed in my Reuben. The corned beef was fatty and nearly impossible to chew or cut. All of the meat was on one half of the sandwich, while the other half was all sauerkraut. I used to love their food, but it has really gone downhill! It was pretty expensive, too! read more

Meh. I've eaten here twice, and it's not been anything special. I've gone the healthy route and the irredeemable glutton route, and neither blew my skirt up. I can make a better salad at home, and if I want to be naughty, a chicken quesadilla with extra sauce from Taco Bell is more worth the calories. The food is not terrible. Good outdoor seating. I'm choosing this place solely because I'm in the area. read more

a super tasty, smaller spot in bloomington! it is tucked away and i thankfully found it the morning after a night out. you order at the front, and i was indecisive and felt a little rushed during the busier hours. the breakfast sandwich was great and the blt was okay. i'd go again with friends or solo any time. read more

Finally tried this place after seeing it for past couple years-maybe it was a bad day I tried the chicken pot pie and it was awful very dry and herb taste was overwhelming-wait staff is terrific but for tea and pie with tip $21 was bit much read more

Perfect cozy comfort food for a chilly fall day! I ordered the ramen and my husband the chicken pot pie. The ramen was flavorful but I ended up trading halfway through for the pot pie which was so creamy and the crust was perfectly buttery and flakey! I think if we return we would both go for that! The price is steep, but I think a bulk of the food is local - so that's where the cost comes in. We didn't wait long for our food and there is plenty of seating! read more

Hive - Ramen and Chicken Pot Pie - Comfort Food Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

I've had several items from The Hive and all have been good! I'd recommend this place to my friends. Clean environment and good service

I had good expectations based upon the ratings, but those were surpassed with the dinner I got "to go" last night. Great flavor, short wait time, and friendly service made for a 5-star dinner. I pulled to the shared lot in early in the dinner hour. Despite the light rain, I saw some couples enjoying the umbrella covered tables on the patio. I went in and saw the menu board over the order counter. I let them know it was a "to go" order and that I wanted a couple items: The chicken pot pie and the bahn mi (Pork) with a side of potato salad. The wait time was brief, only about 10-15 minutes. I was given a number to put on a table that I sat at while waiting. They brought out my order and I headed home. And even after a 45 minute wait, I could not believe how yummy the food was. I split my meal with my wife so that I could sample both entrees. The chicken pot pie was simply the best one I have had in years! My wife, who is a self-proclaimed crust expert, absolutely loved the baked rim of the pie (stealing some of mine!). Inside, the chicken was seasoned but not overwhelmed by the spices. The chicken was cut into small, but chewable chunks that fit easily on my fork without dropping off. Just a great choice! The bahn mi (they have a tofu option as well) was served sliced and wrapped so it was still warm when I got home. The pork was tasty on its own, but when combined with the pickled veggies and the fresh mint leaves, the layering of flavors was superb! Nice balance of acidity and savory with that fresh blast of mint. Wow! The potato salad was unique, though maybe not quite as good as the entrees. The salad was very lightly dressed and came with two kinds of potatoes (including chopped purple ones), red onion, and celery. Good and tasty, though not amazing. Still, I went for the entrees and loved both of those. I will have to check out their menu again soon. Review #2928 read more

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Large area for eating and outside patio with umbrellas Coffees were good. We enjoyed the bowls---we had the chicken Baja bowl and the braised pork read more

This use to be one of my favorite places. The food was disappointing. The pico tasted like the onions and tomatoes were about to turn. The rice seemed reheated and not very fresh or flavorful. The eggs were perfectly cooked. I really am so disappointed. read more

I went to Hive for the first time last night and I can't believe it took me so long. I've been reading great things about Hive, it just isn't in the part of town I typically look for food in (northeast side, near Wings Xtreme). The atmosphere is nice and they clearly emphasize speed above all else (we spotted a shelving area designated for pick-up orders) I have heard Hive was largely opened to feed workers at the new hospital, so it seems speed is a good focus. We were offered free deli samples and pickled vegetables by the staff - who were very friendly and helpful. They have a deli ham salad that is apparently supposed to rival the famous Hays ham salad sold in various parking lots (which is super weird, but I know people like it) so if you're a fan, give it a try. I ordered the Braised pork bowl and it came with a well seasoned braised pork, dried peas, microgreens, rice, and delicious greens. I definitely enjoyed it and the portions are huge so leftovers are definitely possible. I barely made it half way through my meal. My partner got the Bahn Mi (also huge) with a side of the turmeric slaw. Love the slaw, but salt and pepper need adjusted, we had to add more at the table. My partner also loved the Bahn mi, even declaring it the best and most authentic in town. I will definitely be back and I look forward to trying the brunch menu! read more

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The chicken pot pie didn't really have much flavor and had a ton of crust... which I typically like but it wasn't pot pie crust like.... if that makes sense at all. read more

Hive - Chicken Pot Pie - Comfort Food Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

I don't quite understand the genre -- they call it "comfort food," but it's much better than meatloaf and mashed potatoes. You can get roast chicken and fries, a couple of interesting bowls, a nice-looking banh mi, or a pretty good bowl of ramen. It's more like "various tasty items from a variety of cuisines, with bright flavors and plenty of vegetables." And if you've ever been to my house, you know this is pretty much the definition of the kind of food I like to cook, and therefore to eat. If I were judging by my ramen alone, I'd say it was merely fine, but I was particularly charmed by the free availability of jars of various pickled vegetables (green beans, beets, etc.) and by the sunny open space and quick friendly service, making a simple and satisfying lunch spot for both adults and toddler. read more

You need to eat here! Wow, good food and super friendly staff. Casual seating area with lots of room. Turkey bacon sandwich and double cheeseburger along w fries were all hot, fresh, and delicious. Cinnamon roll for dessert was decadent. Oh and did I mention a soda fountain w locally made soda? New favorite B-town restaurant. read more

Hive is undoubtedly one of the best restaurants in Bloomington. They have a ton of healthy options with quality local ingredients, but also delicious smash burgers if you're in the mood for something with a little grease and cheese! I love how clean, bright, and modern the dinning area is. It's also nice being able to sit outside on their patio in the spring, summer, and fall. The Kitchen staff and servers are knowledgeable, polite, and helpful! Plus the managers are great people who put genuine effort and care into their business. Definitely try the pies, they're homemade and very tasty. My personal go to is the quarter chicken or the Frisco melt, and of course with a slice of Hive pie on the side you can't go wrong. read more

I live close to the Hive and have been eagerly waiting for its' arrival. I was so excited that I even texted my fiancé with daily progress of the Hive's construction. Needless to say, he was glad when the restaurant finally opened. We came to the Hive around lunchtime on Saturday, and loved the setup and style of the restaurant. This place is a fast casual concept and once you order, the food is quickly delivered to your table. The restaurant has huge windows with plenty of natural sunlight along with plentiful outdoor seating. I ordered the Banh Mi while my fiancé got the Jackfruit BBQ sandwich. We also got a basket of fries to split. My Banh Mi was really good and had all the flavors of a traditional Banh Mi, but I wish the bread was toasted. I had the other half of the sandwich as leftovers and toasted the bread to reheat it, which made the sandwich perfect. My fiancé also enjoyed his Jackfruit BBQ sandwich and liked how the jackfruit had a smoky flavor to it. Our fries were seasoned with cajun seasoning and also tasted fine. Overall, we enjoyed our meal at the Hive and would come back. However, we both thought our meal was quite expensive for what we ordered ($7 for a basket of fries, our fault) and wish some dishes were slightly cheaper. Next time though, I will have to get one of those delectable pies on display. read more

Hive - Banh Mi, Jackfruit BBQ sandwich, basket of fries - Comfort Food Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

Highly recommend! Hive catered our tailgate party for 325 people. Everyone raved about the delicious assortment of breakfast sandwiches, addicting tater tots, fresh fruit, freshly squeezed OJ, and locally roasted coffee. The GM, Mike, was great to work with. He designed an affordable menu that worked for vegetarians, vegans, gluten free, dairy free & college boys alike. Wonderful experience! Hive also great dine in spot with large patio. read more

I came to the HIve on 08/29/18 and It was my first time here. I got the Roman bowl and my friend got the braised pork bowl and we both ate the entire thing! All the flavors were melt in your mouth. I also got a piece of the Hive Pie, as I can't pass up the House pie. Let me tell you this pie was definitely fantastic! As Inquired as to what type of pie this is i was told a buttermilk pie. When I was done eating I ended up buying a whole Hive pie. Overall I'm giving this place 5 stars. The staff was super friendly and Willing to help me find something that fit what I was looking for. I will come back to this location and get something different next time. Can't wait to try different items here. read more

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Finally checked out Hive for the first time for lunch on a weekday and was pleasantly surprised by the concept and how busy it was. There are a few small details they still seem to be working on but the decor is clean and simple inside. It's a fast casual restaurant where there are registers as soon as you walk in and menu boards behind the registers. They have a decent selection of brunch and lunch or dinner options. I opted for the yoga bowl which was a vegetable and quinoa bowl packed with feta, olives, avocado, and other great flavors! I will definitely be back but hope to try something dinner next time. read more

Hive - Yoga Bowl - Comfort Food Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

Excellent food. Good service. Half chicken is my fav. Lo​ve this place! We will be back for sure.

I love this place. Amazing variety of food and excellent vegetarian options. They have great outdoor seating and the staff is excellent. I love the vegan banh mi and the chocolate pie is delicious. Highly recommend! read more

I was Super excited to try this as there isn't a ton of options for fresh food in bloomington that isnt just a generic chain. i tried the yoga bowl and it was so so good, definitely would recommend. everything on the menu looks great, but my only complaint really is that for a fast casual place it is kind of pricey. also, since it is a new place with a creative menu, having someone walk you through the menu would be helpful. the cashiers didnt really seem interested in doing that. read more

Hive - Comfort Food Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

Very courteous staff. The food is amazing and top notch quality! They use a lot of local outlets for their ingredients which is also a plus! I highly recommend them and will be going back! read more

Ate here for the first time today since living in Bloomington for over two years now. I was not disappointed. I had the chicken legit snd it lived up to it's name. Chicken was seasoned nicely and very tender and the red onion and greens complimented it nicely. Their slaw was also decent and I loved the fries! Service was very friendly and helpful being my first time there and all. I guess the only complaint I really have is it's a little pricey. But, you get what you pay for and I also had a local brewed beer as well. I definitely recommend and I will for sure be going back to try other things there hopefully soon! read more

Good quality food served in a timely manner but don't expect a table side serving staff.

This place is like my food dream? They have ALL of my favorite comfort foods from ramen, Banh Mi to chicken pot pie!! The restaurant is so clean itself, service is fast and friendly and food is oh so delicious! I love Banh mi so that's what I got and my husband got the ramen. I wished if they could open this in Indianapolis! read more

Had the chicken legit sandwich; it was pretty good! Slaw was pretty good, too. Still not going to chance on the soup again, because it was just that bad (see earlier review). read more

How does a breakfast place run out of coffee (2 diff brews) without a backup pot brewing? Acted as if they didn't care. Let's hope the breakfast is better. PS: ordered bacon, got undercooked sausage. Take away one star. read more

Pros: Good food (we had chili and salad) and friendly service! Cons: A little long wait after ordering from counter. Interior is not very cozy. read more

Let me start with breakfast. the toast was warm bread with no butter and the potatoes were so salty. I couldn't eat them. The screen where you pay them, prompts you to tip them Before you even see your food or your server. They bring you your food and that's the last you see of them. They expect you to bus your own plates and they must want you to clean your own tables too, because no one was doing that. It seems they don't know what they want to be- a restaurant or a fast food joint. read more

Online ordering is easy and grab & go is convenient. Everyone's food was good and we loved the Hive pie

The chicken pot pie was like receiving a hot meal from home, made with love. Classic ingredients done the right way, with a perfect crust on the top. The mixed greens with a touch of oil and sunflower seeds was like eating delicious leafy popcorn. Hive. Five. read more

I think this place is way over priced for what you get. I ordered the "Yoga" bowl which basically consisted of mostly just lettuce with a half a boiled egg, tiny bit of feta, small amount of way over ripe avocado, and some too salty to eat olives, and, for $13. Wish the wife didn't like the burgers or I'd never be back. read more

One of my favorite restaurants. Their food is super fresh! The staff is always delightful and eager to assist you! I L-O-V-E the yoga bowl but everything I've had has been delicious. My 4 year old used to say I made the best grilled cheese around until she had one from the Hive. Now I've got some competition. Highly recommend a trip to Hive! read more

Hive has good food, a nice and clean environment, and great customer service. The cost of the food is comparable (or maybe even a bit cheaper) than other places in Bloomington. My favorites are the quarter chicken with steamed greens and braised pork bowl. The pimento cheese and crackers are excellent. I recently completed a comment card at Hive and the actually emailed me back to respond to my comments! read more

****updates**** I was ready to give them another try but look at this atrocity of a bahn mi and how thick they piled the mints in (like wth are mints doing in a bahn mi in the first place). It tasted like I was chewing on toothpaste. They just don't get it right. read more

Hive - Comfort Food Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

Really cutie place and very good food! They even compost food scraps which is such a great idea.

We really enjoyed it here the other day. Super friendly service and a fun menu to choose from!! Would recommend and loved the diversity of the menu. The ramen was great and pot pie was on point. Mashed potatoes were also delicious and my baby loved them. My sister had the chicken sandwich and would love to have that on a salad too. read more

Hive - Comfort Food Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

Service was friendly and efficient all three times I've been. Food comes out quickly and tastes good. I've had the following: Chicken pot pie. It's good. It tastes EXACTLY like the pot pie of my childhood, though the crust is better and the price is 12x what Swanson costs. Banh mi. Also very good: fresh, pretty authentic. $14 for a sandwich with no sides. Reuben. Pretty good, but less than 1/3 the corned beef of a Shapiro's Reuben , no pickle, thin bread for $15.25. Coffee and iced tea are great. There's also a nice steak salad my son gets. Sides I've tried run the gamut from perfectly cooked potato salad to scorched, uninspired greens. Desserts look good, but we haven't tried any yet. In other words, Hive is good, but more expensive than Lennies. I'm sure we're paying for speed, but a quick lunch for two with no drinks can easily run $40 . I'll be back, just not regularly. read more

I so wanted this place to be good. But it's overpriced and many of the dishes just don't work. The chicken pot pie had a great flavor but was so lacking in filling of any sort that I would never order it again or recommend it. The Churrasco bowl will keep you there for awhile because the steak is so chewy it will take you an hour to be able to eat it all. The Bahn Mi is okay, but it still tastes like it was created by a Chef that's only read about Vietnam in a book from the 70's. The braised pork bowl was decent. The pork did have good flavor and tenderness, but the accompaniment in the rest of the bowl was really lacking. Don't be fooled by the positive reviews you may read. The vast majority are from the soft opening where the food was half priced or even free depending on how well you know the owner. Do yourself a favor and buzz on by this hive. read more

I ordered the Ramen and got an expensive Root Beer on tap. The Root Beer was gross. I could not finish the root beer. The Ramen was regular spaghetti noodles like you could get at Kroger. It was in a bowl full of broth with pulled pork. It was kind of like a mediocre noodle pot roast. Also I'm not a fan of paper straws - sorry. I might have ordered the wrong thing, but I paid almost $18 for a meal & crappy root beer - and left hungry. read more

Hive - Comfort Food Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana