Only ended up here because all the other breakfast spots in Bloomington packed on a Sunday morning. However, I am very glad I did end up here, as this place is a true gem. The concept of a vegan bakery is not one that would intrinsically excite me, I must confess, but Rainbow Bakery has turned me into a believer. Vegan baking can honestly be superior to the regular article. I had the pumpkin spice muffin. Wow, it was a revelation, with crystallized ginger, whole spices, and unbelievable moistness. Then I had another. My wife tried the blueberry corn muffin, which was also ridiculously tasty. We got some cinnamon rolls to take home. The kids ate them so fast there was little left. Coffee was excellent. I also really dug the 25c Pacman arcade game. Free parking too, hard to find in Bloomington. Don't miss this spot for breakfast read more

The decor is a retro classroom, the staff friendly, and the donuts delicious. What more can I say? We tried a variety of donut; my favorite was the rose pistachio; it was floral, not too sweet, and put a smile in my face! read more

This place is amazing. The cookies and donuts can't be beat. Some of donut flavors are very unique but I never had one I didn't like. I love the mallow chip cookies. Great place to pick up a treat any time of day. I'm vegan but I share my treats with friends and family and they are always enjoyed by all. They also offer savory baked goods. read more

A charming, local bakery! I loved this bakery because of the delicious gluten free options! Day 1 I had the pumpkin ginger muffin, a sweet beet donut and a coffee. Day 2 I stopped in for a marshmallow chocolate chip cookie (tasted like a s'more!). Gluten free items are placed in a separate case to avoid cross contamination and I believe all items are vegan. Definitely recommend stopping in here! read more

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Great little vegan bakery - highly recommend! Off to a great start - but I am ready for more! Misc. Bits of Info: Credit Cards: Accepted - I think they use Square. Accessibility: Close handicap parking, no stairs, wide pathways inside. Parking: Street (metered) Special Orders: Will Do! What They Do So Right: 1) Flavor! - Thank you for creating tasty vegan (note: I am not a vegan but these are yummy) goods with flavor - plus a lot of the flavors are fun like green tea or lavender cupcakes, or using local Musgrave Orchard Apple Cider for their apple cider doughnuts. 2) Cute - This place is crazy cute - so super rad. Room for Improvement: 1) Running Out - I totally understand that they don't want a ton of stock left at the end of the day but if I am there hours before you close there really should be a bit more selection left. 2) Heat Up - If I could have the option (and have it offered to me) to get that scone or doughnut heated up then that would make it all the more tasty. 3) More Items - Maybe have some of the vegan ice cream from the Chocolate Moose to go with my slice of cake, or maybe some hummus for the savory scone? 4) Standard Baked Goods - Rainbow Bakery offers us the opportunity for lovingly-created vegan baked goods. So maybe some bread loaves or crackers or dinner rolls - would love some standard and not just 'treats' items. read more

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I love this place and am always excited to visit every time I'm in Bloomington. Love the oatmeal cream pies, savory hand pies, and lavender lemonade most of all, but you can't go wrong here. read more

Lisa Dorazewski, the owner of Rainbow Bakery, is a genius. I've never had food as delicious as the ones in the Rainbow Bakery. Also, the inside décor shows that she possesses an eye for color and spatial design, which is also evident in her baking. It is evident that a lot of care and love goes into both the food and the maintenance of the bakery. My non-vegan friends are always blown away that vegan food could taste this good (they still labor under the misapprehension that vegans don't have good stuff to eat). Some have commented that the Rainbow Bakery's doughnuts and cookies taste better than the "real" thing. The glaze and frosting are made from natural ingredients without chemical additives, and the colors and designs are lovely. You should look at the Rainbow Bakery's instagram for some of the best food porn available to humankind. I would also like to note that some of the vegan food in town tends to be "heavy" and leaves me feeling unhealthy; however, the savories and sweets in the Rainbow Bakery, while very filling, don't give me that "heavy, gross" feeling at all. Last of all, the customer service is wonderful. The cashiers are always courteous and patient, and the bakery is always clean and beautifully kept. You do not have to be vegan or "hipster" to feel welcomed in this bakery -- they seem happy to accept everybody and from what I have seen, treat everybody equally well. read more

Dedicated vegan bakery serving gluten free options as well located in Bloomington. After finally remembering to try Rainbow Bakery I was definitely happy I remembered. With multiple unique donut flavors and plenty of baked goods like cookies, muffins, and cupcakes... if you've got a sweet tooth you can treat that craving here. We tried the chocolate chip cookie and coconut donut, both of with were vegan of course and enjoyed them both. However, I've got to admit that I've had better vegan donuts before. Also, I'm not a huge fan on cake textures donuts and that is what I would say these donuts are like. The chocolate chip cookie was really tasted though! Loaded with chocolate chips and some salt on top! Lastly, the environment is very friendly with free wifi and an awesome looking coffee bar! I have to admit I really want one of the rainbow bakery coffee mugs because i think they are so cute! I'll be sure to return if I'm in the mood for a sweet treat and highly recommend to anyone, even the non vegans. read more

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Cute little bakery with plenty of gluten free treats. The oatmeal cream pies are the bomb! And the lemonade is great for a summer's day. Sit on the patio and enjoy! read more

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This place is super cute and ALL VEGAN! When I was searching to confirm that, there was little info. I'm guessing that would scare some people away- but it shouldn't!!! My non-vegan friend tried the brownie and oatmeal cookie pie and loved them. I tried the same plus a cream filled cupcake and a cookies and cream donut. ALL were delicious! This bakery has a huge variety and they are reasonably priced. read more

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A vegan bakery? Yes, even being a vegetarian, I was skeptical. However, they truly blew me away. Every time I have been here, there is something new and amazing to try. The apple cider doughnuts were moist and delicious. The molasses spice cookies had just the right amount of kick. The blueberry muffins were packed with blueberries. And don't forget the pumpkin ginger muffins. The only thing I didn't love were the coconut curry doughnuts. They were just too dry for my liking. Right now they have Musgrave Orchard apple cider, but they also have tea and coffee. Gluten free options are in the top case. The atmosphere is relaxed and retro with chairs that look like they came straight out of your grade school. Lots of windows and seating. A great place to study or meet up with a friend. read more

I read a blog on this place and decided to give it a try. 10/10 on flavor and presentation. Such a cute little bakery. It's also vegan! Which is widely anticipated these days. I would definitely recommend. I had the matcha caramel donut, a coffee, and shared a broccoli/cheddar scone. Yum! read more

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Another place that I simply "heart." This is my second visit to Rainbow Bakery. I think I love this place more after the second visit. Everything is vegan, but don't let that scare you away. I can almost guarantee that you will find an amazing treat. I adore the interior. They always have different art work on display. The decor is quirky and simple. The stove converted into a condiment station/planter is definitely a stand out. It's such a peaceful and relaxing place. No loud music is played. Now the highlight of any visit here is the multiple display cases packed with tasty treats. In the plastic case you will find a wide variety of gluten free options. In the larger glass case, you will find other goodies. Cookies and cream cupcakes, confetti donuts, "bacon" chocolate chip...yes "bacon" chocolate chip! Wowsa! I was blown away this cookie. Perfect combination of sweet and salty. It honestly tasted close to real bacon. My bf and I shared the first one, but I had to buy a second one just for myself. So good! If I am ever in town I will definitely pop in to see what new goodies they have to offer. I'm adding this spot to my list of happy places. Whether you are a vegan or not, this place is a must visit even if you come to enjoy the atmosphere alone. read more

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Rainbow Bakery is awesome. The donut selection is always fantastic and offers a flavor for everyone (my favorite is the green tea). On Sunday's you can get your hands on the best cinnamon rolls in town, vegan or not. My wife has had them make my birthday cakes the last two years. Last year I had carrot cake and it was wonderful. This year I got the pamplemousse. I'll admit that the flavor seemed a bit off, but I think that's because I was expecting the cake itself to taste like grapefruit. While I was slightly disappointed by that, the quality and the AWESOME decorating made up for it. Seriously, they fit everything I wanted on a cake on a 6" cake. Their decorator is basically a magician! Their pizza pasties are delicious. My wife works within a block of Rainbow Bakery and I'm always excited when she surprises me with one of them. Finally, let's talk cookies. The Salted Pistachio cookies are what dreams are made of. If you have the opportunity to try one, do it! read more

Rainbow Bakery - The cutest cake ever! Dolphins kissing, making a heart and palm trees in the background. - Bakeries Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

This place was awesome! Loved the variety of desserts here and the shop was adorable. We tried the maple bacon (wasn't a huge fan), cookie butter donut (delicious) and s'more cookie (definitely recommend). Would love to go back and try the lavender donut and muffins! read more

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Omg what can I say-- gluten free doughnuts- wow And the gf pumpkin ginger almond muffins are to die for! Gf Peanut butter cookies are delicious and not too sweet. The gf oatmeal cream cookie- think Little Debbie cake was decadent and very sweet. I was in Bloomington 4 days and went to this place 3 times! read more

Lovely little boutique bakery! I was impressed with the selection even late in the day (4pm). I purchased two donuts and a cream pie for a total of $9.45 which is pretty good for vegan & gluten free. read more

Rainbow Bakery - Gluten Free Oatmeal Cream Pie! Totally a Win!! - Bakeries Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

I recently visited Brown County (Nashville) Indiana and took some time to visit Bloomington. I always search for vegan restaurants when traveling and surprisingly found a few places including the Rainbow Bakery. All of their desserts look wonderful! I got sugar cookies, a chocolate cupcake, and a lavender doughnut. They were all delicious and taste just as good, if not better, than non-vegan desserts so EVERYONE should visit the Rainbow Bakery! read more

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It is amazing that these delicious baked goods are vegan! The mallow chip cookie is my favorite. It's one of the best cookies I've ever had! Everything is so fresh too. I highly recommend trying this bakery even if you're not vegan (I'm not and I love it). They've also included no-contact delivery in the times of covid, which I really appreciate! read more

This is the cutest little bakery! I love the colorful, vintage decor. I also love the fact that they have so many delicious vegan and gluten free treats! I had the vegan blueberry lemon donut, and it was so tasty! I'm not vegan but I love when more people can enjoy amazing desserts I'm very picky with tea, and their Earl Grey was perfect. This is a great place to study or meet up with friends. There is a lot of natural light, which contrasts greatly with Soma and other cafes in town. Wear a cute outfit, because you'll definitely want to take a selfie in this adorable bakery. read more

Rainbow Bakery - Blueberry lemon donut and Earl Grey tea. Both were very good! - Bakeries Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

BEEARE! They take your money /zero customer service! Krisan reached out to me to confirm the date when I wanted a cake 48 hours prior, I responded saying I needed the cake on the Saturday not Sunday. I received no response. I called several times and a woman who answered the phone was completely unhelpful and said I needed to wait for the baker, Krisan to come in?! I called on the day the baker was suppose to be in, they said she won't be in. I said refund my money, the woman said I have to wait for the baker to get a refund! Poor customer service! I was planning to buy cakes in the future for several celebrations, not anymore. read more

Haven't met a rainbow bakery good that I haven't liked! Their donuts, cookies and breakfast sandwiches have pleased vegans and omnivorous folx alike. read more

I got a lemon blueberry donut. It was pretty good for being vegan! The glaze is definitely better than the donut itself. They have a lot of choice and a decent amount of gluten free choices too. The cashier was nice and the interior is cute. read more

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I stopped into Rainbow for only the second time to grab a breakfast treat with a friend who is vegan. The ambience is laid back with a great Btown vibe and eclectic decor. Everything there is vegan with some gluten free options as well. They have a variety of donuts and other treats as well as local coffee options. I opted for a Banana Chocolate Chip muffin which was vegan and gluten free. It was moist and flavorful with lots of chocolate chips. It was a solid choice! read more

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Everything about Rainbow Bakery is just lovely, from the baked goods, to the friendly staff, to the decor. This is the only all-vegan bakery I've ever been to, and somewhat surprising to find in Indiana. The quality and variety of baked goods is excellent. We went recently on a Sunday morning and they had donuts, muffins, cupcakes, quiches and more. The prices are very reasonable as well. We have a few bakeries in Indy that offer vegan options that are nearly twice the price as Rainbow Bakery. The decor of the dining area is the cherry on top here - it is very retro and quaint. Overall, I highly recommend Rainbow Bakery for anyone in the Bloomington area looking for a sweet-tooth fix! read more

Rainbow Bakery - Vegan quiche! - Bakeries Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

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A good friend took us when we were visiting from Kalamazoo, we left thoroughly impressed! I had a lavender donut and a spinach and tomato scone, my fiancé had a breakfast pasty and a blueberry muffin. The lavender donut was done beautifully, the perfect balance of sweet and floral without tasting like soap. Perfection. The muffin was overflowing with fresh blueberries, and the pasty and scone were awesome savory picks for breakfast, served hot and toasty. We were so blown away we walked out with half a dozen donuts to take home! Usually the word "vegan" is a turn off for us, but Rainbow made us into believers, thank you! read more

Rainbow Bakery - Six delicious donuts: The Homer (strawberry glaze with sprinkles), Lavender, Pumpkin, Maple Bacon, Orange blossom. and apple cider. - Bakeries Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

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Everyone who likes doughnuts must come here while in Bloomington! Creative doughnuts and other baked goods. Really delicious. Fun retro interior. I was in Bloomington for three days. I like to try different restaurants -- but this was so good I came every single day. Highly recommended. read more

The staff is pretty friendly. They can be kind of haughty about the fact that everything is vegan there. Many of the customers there are vegan, and many are not. The staff makes it seem exclusive and judgmental sometimes. Some people just like cookies, ya know? The space is small but decorated with a lot of personality. Good place to study, especially because there are lots of windows/light. The baked goods are extremely yummy. Have never gotten something I didn't enjoy there. Prices are a bit high but totally understandable considering their flavor, homemade preparation, and vegan ingredients. read more

it sucked, the owners were rude, they were our neighbors. after they moved people spraypainted my friends house who moved in after they left. The donuts also tasted a bit dull. I had hoped for better. read more

If you have an easy like Sunday morning mood, check it out. Things sell out fast. The chocolate chip cookie with sea salt and a decaf drip is the perfect treat after a walk into town. Vibe is super chill and reminds me of the 1970s. I think I saw a Pac-Man in there. read more

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Wow!!! I walked in and immediately it smelt amazing. I was surprised to find out the cafe was entirely vegan which is great because I can't eat dairy. They also had a large variety of gluten free options as well. I got one of everything in the gluten free case...oops. Everything was amazing. My favorite has to be the chocolate chip cookies and I believe there were marsh mellows in it? So amazing. I'll be back!! read more

Rainbow Bakery - All vegan and gluten free! - Bakeries Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

Very nice people and very tasty donuts! The sweet curry coconut donut was my favorite!

I love love LOVE rainbow bakery! I am addicted to their donuts I get them almost every day they are open. Their hand pies are also amazing. All products are also vegan and they also have gluten free options!! I love you rainbow bakery !! read more

I loved this place. I'm not vegan but their grapefruit poppyseed donut was amazing and had the normal texture of a cake donut. I thought the staff was friendly and it was very clean. A very nice place to get some work done and have a relaxing breakfast. read more

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I can't believe how great this place is! My favorite things are the Michigan Pasties with tomato jam, and the Viennese whirls (I think that's what they're called) I also got a cake special ordered for a friend who was headed to Antarctica for work, the taste was the best I've *ever* had and the decorations were above and beyond. I expect great things to come from this tiny but popular bakery read more

Rainbow Bakery - Special order cake with penguins - Bakeries Near Me - Bloomington, Indiana

This place is amazing. First, I'm not vegan or vegetarian or gluten-free - I don't have any restrictions on what I eat - but I think it's great that there's a bakery that people with these restrictions can come in and eat anything (if you're vegan) or at least a nice selection of things (if you're GF). I believe strongly in the power of donuts, and it makes me sad to know that some people JUST CAN'T HAVE donuts. That said, everything I've eaten here (and I've been here many times) has been delicious - so if you're not used to vegan baked goods and you're not sure you would like it, I encourage you to give it a try anyway. Honestly I don't think they taste any different from "regular" baked goods, they *are* quite tasty, and I don't miss the animal-product at all. (But don't get me wrong, I still love me some cresent donuts). I usually get donuts (duh) and coffee. On any given day they'll have probably around 8-10 different kinds of donuts - the flavors vary quite a bit, offering both classics (like chocolate or cinnamon) and more exotic stuff (orange clove is one of my favorites). They also have several flavors of cupcakes, but I've never gotten one because they seem a bit expensive. IIRC, donuts are $1.50 (which I think is fair for a well-made donut), but cupcakes are $3.00. So eh, I dunno, maybe some day. They do look tempting, I just want to stretch my dollar. They also have these massive muffins for $3. I've had these a few times and they are very good and filling! One of the other things I really like about this place is the coffee, which is only $1.50. It's quite good, and refills are $0.75. So while I enjoy free refills as much as the next man, I don't think $0.75 is too much to ask for a mug of coffee. If you're staying that long that you need a refill you're obviously enjoying it anyway. The mugs are attractive, too. And oh yeah, they offer fast and reliable free wi-fi. Hmm my only qualm is I wish they were open later. They close at 7:00 (I think) most days. I understand it's a new business and maybe they want to test the market - or maybe they just want to go home - but I know there have been some nights when I really wish I could've stopped by. Finally, the people here are really friendly. Whoever's working the counter is always cheerful, and the clientele seem like a nice crowd too. I see lots of families come in, people studying, chatting, playing cards, whatever. It's just a great place to spend some time. I always look forward to a visit here (like later today!) read more

VEGAN REVIEW Delicious, adorable, and I can play Ms. Pac-man? Puh-lease. This place isn't so much a vegan bakery as it is a coffeeshop and bakery that happens to be vegan. On multiple occasions, I've overheard patrons talking about how they didn't even know until they stopped in but now are hooked on donuts and muffins and cookies that just happen to be vegan. All the bakery-case items are vegan, all the time, and lots are gluten-free. And are _delicious_. There is soy and almond milk out for your coffee and tea (and single-serving creamers, too, the only non-vegan thing in the house). And the cakes are _gorgeous_. And there are dairy-free fancy vegan candy bars (like rethought Butterfingers!) and the staff is lovely. And the people-watching is great. Seriously, I am terribly embarrassed that I didn't write sooner. You should go! read more

Check other more hip reviews for balance in your reading. I love the concept. I love the interior. I love the location. I love the neighborhood feel. I even really like the baker. I so wish I could love vegan food. If you do, you should definitely give this lovely little place a try. It has heart and hip. I just love eggs and butter and gluten too much. It is like green tea mochi balls: I like tea and I like ice cream but why is this not working for me? I am so ashamed to be so out of it but there it is; I slink away hanging my head slightly embarrassed. read more

I was super excited when I learned that a new bakery was opening in this neighborhood, then super bummed when I learned it was going to be a vegan bakery with gluten-free leanings. I spent many months hoping that an old-world artisanal bakery would open up instead and I'd finally be able to buy fresh bread in my neighborhood, and perhaps meat pies fried in lard, but no dice. Reading the facebook page and these reviews just bummed me out more. Putting curry, chai, and green tea flavorings into pastries will not distract me from the fact that you are trying to take out everything that makes baked goods tasty, you vegan hipster scoundrels! Eventually I grumped my way over to Rainbow on a rainy Sunday morning, only to discover that they're closed all day on Sundays. So I double-grumped my way back on a weekend afternoon. Immediately upon arriving, I--no exaggeration--did a double take at the sight of a guy who looked exactly like Fred Armisen, from Portlandia. It wasn't him, but he would have been right at home among the walls covered in local art, retro furnishings (including a vintage stove repurposed to hold coffee accoutrements), and Pac-Man machine in the corner. I was surprised to discover that they don't have an espresso machine--it's just filter coffee. The coffee was pretty good and unburnt, even toward the end of a quiet afternoon, but it wasn't better than what I make at home. There is a little dish of prepackaged half-and-half containers in addition to the soy and almond milks, which is a nice concession, I guess. And the baked goods? Eh. I had a maple donut that was pretty OK--it was cakey and chewy, with a heavy slathering of sticky maple sugar. That plus a small coffee cost me $3.25, which seemed fine. So, yeah. If you like twee aesthetics and "fancy" cupcakes/donuts without eggs or butter or gluten but with lots of "creative" flavorings, you will probably adore Rainbow! If you are looking for a latte and a croissant, though, you are out of luck. read more

I went here last weekend with some friends and we loved it! We had a cookie butter donut, a strawberry frosted donut, a chocolate frosted donut, a raspberry frosted donut, a berry muffin, and a vanilla rose donut!! The raspberry donut was my favorite! The raspberry frosting/glaze was sweet but not too sweet and the donuts themselves weren't super sweet which was nice. We were all full afterwards and can't wait to come back!! read more

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