Things to do in Bloomington, Indiana (IN): The Best Nightlife

September 2, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

Don't let Bloomington's modest size fool you; this Midwestern city offers as much sophistication as it does all-American charm. At Indiana University you will find cutting edge theatrical performances, museums and sports. Check out 4th Street's Restaurant Row for fine international dining. Head downtown for galleries, theaters and fun spots for the kids. Year round festivals will keep you entertained in any season.
Restaurants in Bloomington

1. d'Vines - A Wine Experience

340 S Patterson Dr Suite 2104, Bloomington, IN 47403-2277 +1 812-668-6101 [email protected] http://www.dvines.net
Excellent
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Not just wine - a wine experience! d'Vines brings the vineyard tasting room to you! We scour the world for the best wines, wines you won't find at the local grocery store, so that you can experience wine the way the vintners intended it! We focus on small, family-owned vineyards that have a great product and a great story to tell! We always have at least 30 wines on tap!

Reviewed By 08231956 - Bloomington, United States

Stopped by for a late Friday afternoon sandwich and wine tasting. Such a cool concept! Prepurchase a swipey card and select which wines and amounts you want to try! Great Roast Beef sandwich with perfect ingredients and tasting wines of your choice all the while. ????

2. Cardinal Spirits Distillery & Restaurant

922 S Morton St, Bloomington, IN 47403-2566 +1 812-202-6789 [email protected] http://cardinalspirits.com/
Excellent
86%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
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5.0 based on 93 reviews

Cardinal Spirits Distillery & Restaurant

WARM & INVITING TASTING ROOM BAR Our tasting room restaurant & cocktail bar overlooking the B-Line trail is one of the nicest spots in town to enjoy dinner and a drink. The atmosphere is low-key, with a nice mix of young and old, townies and tourists, professors and students. Order a flight, like you might do at a brewery or winery; sip cocktails made with spirits that are distilled on-site; order dinner and desserts from our chef-driven menu DELICIOUS & CREATIVE CRAFT COCKTAILS We’re very lucky to employ some of the most talented and creative bartenders in Indiana. Our drinks are delicious and the details are spot-on. We use all house-made spirits, syrups, tinctures, and freshly squeezed juices, and our menu changes every two months to reflect local and seasonal flavors. Enjoy classic cocktails as well as original creations from our bartenders. UNIQUE DISTILLERY TOUR & EXPERIENCE We are proud to distill some of the best spirits in the country, right here in Bloomington. Our vodka and coffee liqueur have both won gold medals in national spirit competitions. Our whiskey, rum, gin, and other spirits are pretty delicious too. We combine age-old distilling techniques with modern technology, and are more than happy to walk you through the entire process from local grains, fruit, and botanicals to your glass.Tours start at only $10 and you can book online.

Reviewed By jd502016 - Bloomington, United States

We had drinks and Sunday Brunch on their outside deck. Th brunch drink menu is primarily juice or coffee flavored combinations and they are perfect for an alcoholic drink at 10:30 on Sunday morning. The brunch food items are bigger than you might expect and they were very well done and tasty. The service is always excellent. If you are visiting soon you may still be able to pick up a bottle of their Octoberfest Whiskey.

3. The Comedy Attic

123 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47404-6114 +1 812-336-5233 http://www.comedyattic.com/
Excellent
70%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
4%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 27 reviews

The Comedy Attic

Reviewed By rrah

We've been going to the Comedy Attic for about 9 years and are spoiled by the quality of comedians, the price of tickets and the atmosphere. Having been to other clubs in other cities this really is one of the best. We just don't go to other clubs because we know it won't live up to the Comedy Attic. We appreciate the no table talk and no heckling rules because it is rude to others nearby and to the performers. One night a group of drunk women near us were constantly talking.They were warned a couple of times and finally asked to leave. People clapped when they had to leave. While some complain about the two item purchase minimum this is pretty standard in comedy clubs. I hope the Comedy Attic is around for many years as it's a great choice for a night out.

4. Let's Roam Bloomington

Excellent
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Let's Roam Bloomington

Let’s Roam is an adventure and tour company committed to helping curious explorers discover new things and connect with others. Through digitally-guided scavenger hunt tours, scavenger hunts, virtual games, team building activities, and custom events, Let’s Roam guarantees memory-making experiences at your fingertips.

5. Kilroy's Sports Bar

319 N Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47404-3840 +1 812-333-6006
Excellent
80%
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Kilroy's Sports Bar

Kilroy's Sports Bar opened in 1991. Sports is a two story bar / nightclub with DJs, Video DJ, a large dance floor, 3 outdoor patios, and the newest HD projection and flat screen TVs in Bloomington and, weather permitting, food from our outdoor grill. Enjoy UFC fights, Hoosier football and basketball, and all sporting events on our TVs or dance to the hottest and latest DJs.

6. The Bluebird

216 N Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47404-4926 +1 812-336-3984 http://www.thebluebird.ws
Excellent
29%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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6%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 17 reviews

The Bluebird

7. Crazy Horse - Around the World in Eighty Beers

214 W Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN 47404-5144 +1 812-336-8877 http://crazyhorseindiana.com
Excellent
19%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
29%
Poor
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Terrible
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4.0 based on 21 reviews

Crazy Horse - Around the World in Eighty Beers

8. The Tap

101 N College Ave, Bloomington, IN 47404-3947 +1 812-287-8579 http://www.thetapbeerbar.com
Excellent
36%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
8%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 36 reviews

The Tap

Reviewed By Dcartagena17 - Indianapolis, United States

Great selection of beers and the wings are so delicious. Great bartenders, food and beers. Live music, awesome atmosphere to grab a drink with friends.

9. Bear's Place

1316 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN 47401-3778 +1 812-339-3460 http://www.bearsplacebar.com
Excellent
33%
Good
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Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 3 reviews

Bear's Place

10. Nick's English Hut

423 E Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington, IN 47408-4044 +1 812-332-4040 http://nicksenglishhut.com
Excellent
19%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
31%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 16 reviews

Nick's English Hut

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