Indiana University

Bloomington, Indiana

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Amrit India

Restaurants

In Bloomington, Indiana, Amrit India operates as an Indian restaurant within easy reach of Indiana University. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Bloomington, Indiana its own identity, separate from every other college town. Portions, prices, and specials vary spot to spot around Bloomington, which is part of the fun of trying them. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Indiana University.

124 North Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 650-3812Website
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Azzip Pizza

Restaurants

A neighborhood pizzeria, Azzip Pizza serves the campus community around Indiana University in Bloomington. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Indiana University students and Bloomington residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Bloomington favorites. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

2894 East 3rd Street, Bloomington, IN 47401WebsiteFacebook
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Blooming Thai

Restaurants

Blooming Thai keeps things simple: a Thai restaurant doing its own thing in Bloomington, a short walk from Indiana University. Around Indiana University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Bloomington's everyday scene. College towns like Bloomington depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Indiana University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington.

405 East 4th Street, Bloomington, IN 47408Website
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Bloomington Bagel Company

Restaurants

Bloomington Bagel Company keeps things simple: a bagel shop doing its own thing in Bloomington, a short walk from Indiana University. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own bagel shop in Bloomington. Indiana University students and Bloomington residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Bloomington favorites. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Indiana University.

238 North Morton Street, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 349-4653Website
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Bloomington Hardware

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Bloomington Hardware keeps things simple: a hardware store doing its own thing in Bloomington, a short walk from Indiana University. Around Indiana University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Bloomington's everyday scene. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what Bloomington has to offer. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

2700 East Covenanter Drive, Bloomington, IN 47401+1 (812) 339-7575Website
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Buskirk Chumley Theater

Music Venue/Theatre/Club

Buskirk Chumley Theater brings a theatre to Bloomington, Indiana, just steps from Indiana University. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other bars and venues that make up Bloomington's nightlife scene near Indiana University. Worth checking the calendar if you're building a list of Bloomington favorites. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one show at a time.

113 East Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47408Website
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College Mall

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College Mall keeps things simple: a shop doing its own thing in Bloomington, a short walk from Indiana University. Around Indiana University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Bloomington's everyday scene. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Bloomington, Indiana its own identity, separate from every other college town. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Indiana University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington.

2894 East 3rd Street, Bloomington, IN 47401+1 (812) 339-3054Website
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Crazy Horse

Restaurants

Located in Bloomington, Crazy Horse is a local restaurant popular with students and residents near Indiana University. Around Indiana University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Bloomington's everyday scene. College towns like Bloomington depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington.

214 West Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 336-8877Website
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Crumble Coffee and Bakery

Cafes

Crumble Coffee and Bakery is one of Bloomington's local coffee shops, located near Indiana University. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. Regulars come back for coffee or a quick bite between classes. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you need coffee near Indiana University. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own.

1567 South Piazza Drive, Bloomington, IN 47401Website
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Fat Dan's Deli

Shops

Located in Bloomington, Fat Dan's Deli is a local deli popular with students and residents near Indiana University. Like a lot of small businesses around Indiana University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Indiana University students and Bloomington residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Indiana University.

221 East Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47408+1 (812) 287-7944Website
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Fountain Square Mall

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Fountain Square Mall brings a shop to Bloomington, Indiana, just steps from Indiana University. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like Bloomington depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what Bloomington has to offer. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Indiana University.

101 West Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404Website
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Half Price Books Outlet

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Half Price Books Outlet is a bookstore in Bloomington, Indiana, serving the Indiana University community. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own bookstore in Bloomington. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what Bloomington has to offer. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Bloomington.

3120 West Susan Drive, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 330-4316Website
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Indiana University Bookstore

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In Bloomington, Indiana, Indiana University Bookstore operates as a bookstore within easy reach of Indiana University. Around Indiana University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Bloomington's everyday scene. College towns like Bloomington depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Selection and prices vary spot to spot around Bloomington, which is part of what makes browsing worth it. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Indiana University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington.

900 East 7th Street, Bloomington, IN 47405Website
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Judy's Kitchen

Restaurants

Tucked into Bloomington, Indiana, Judy's Kitchen is an Asian restaurant that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Indiana University. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Bloomington know it as a regular local option near Indiana University. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own.

2892 East 3rd Street, Bloomington, IN 47401+1 (812) 332-8888Website
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Lincoln Square Pancake House

Restaurants

Located in Bloomington, Lincoln Square Pancake House is a local restaurant popular with students and residents near Indiana University. Around Indiana University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Bloomington's everyday scene. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Indiana University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington.

2160 North Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 668-7492Website
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Lola + Company

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Tucked into Bloomington, Indiana, Lola + Company is a clothing store that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Indiana University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local clothing store doing its thing in Bloomington. College towns like Bloomington depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Bloomington. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own.

114 North Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 323-7010Website
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Long Family Eye Care

Shops

A neighborhood optician, Long Family Eye Care serves the campus community around Indiana University in Bloomington. Around Indiana University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Bloomington's everyday scene. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up Bloomington's retail scene near Indiana University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Bloomington.

660 South College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47403+1 (812) 332-5090Website
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Nailtique

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Tucked into Bloomington, Indiana, Nailtique is a beauty salon that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Indiana University. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up Bloomington's retail scene near Indiana University. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Indiana University.

2890 East 3rd Street, Bloomington, IN 47401+1 (812) 333-6381jennynails14@yahoo.comWebsite
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Peach Cobbler Factory

Shops

Peach Cobbler Factory is one of Bloomington's local pastry shops, located near Indiana University. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Bloomington know it as a regular local option near Indiana University. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what Bloomington has to offer. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own.

115 North College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404Website
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Precision Eye Group

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Precision Eye Group brings an optician to Bloomington, Indiana, just steps from Indiana University. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own optician in Bloomington. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Bloomington. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Indiana University.

322 South Woodscrest Drive, Bloomington, IN 47401Website
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Red Restaurant

Restaurants

Red Restaurant is a Chinese restaurant in Bloomington, Indiana, serving the Indiana University community. Like a lot of small businesses around Indiana University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Indiana University students and Bloomington residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Bloomington favorites.

1402 North Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 650-3807Website
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Rice N Spice

Restaurants

A neighborhood Indian restaurant, Rice N Spice serves the campus community around Indiana University in Bloomington. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like Bloomington depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Bloomington favorites. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington.

1795 East 10th Street, Bloomington, IN 47408+1 (812) 582-5542WebsiteFacebook
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Rogers and Holland Jewelers

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Rogers and Holland Jewelers is a jewelry store in Bloomington, Indiana, serving the Indiana University community. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Bloomington, Indiana its own identity, separate from every other college town. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Indiana University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington.

2974 East 3rd Street, Bloomington, IN 47401+1 812 332 2800info@rogent.comWebsite
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Ruby's Hair Co

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Ruby's Hair Co is one of Bloomington's local hair salons, located near Indiana University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local hair salon doing its thing in Bloomington. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Bloomington, Indiana its own identity, separate from every other college town. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Indiana University. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own.

1000 North Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN 47404Website
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Sol Spa Tan

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Sol Spa Tan is one of Bloomington's local beauty salons, located near Indiana University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local beauty salon doing its thing in Bloomington. Indiana University students and Bloomington residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own.

1713 North College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 331-4000Website
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Stimline Variety

Shops

Tucked into Bloomington, Indiana, Stimline Variety is a tobacco shop that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Indiana University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local tobacco shop doing its thing in Bloomington. College towns like Bloomington depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Indiana University.

901 South Walnut Street, Bloomington, IN 47401+1 (812) 333-1123Website
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The Computer Clinic

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The Computer Clinic keeps things simple: a computer store doing its own thing in Bloomington, a short walk from Indiana University. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Indiana University students and Bloomington residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Bloomington. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own.

2626 East 10th Street, Bloomington, IN 47408+1 (812) 333-4972Website
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The Inkwell Bakery & Cafe

Cafes

The Inkwell Bakery & Cafe keeps things simple: a cafe doing its own thing in Bloomington, a short walk from Indiana University. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local cafe doing its thing in Bloomington. Indiana University students and Bloomington residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Seating, wifi, and hours vary spot to spot, which is part of what makes small cafes worth trying. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington.

401 South Woodlawn Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47401+1 (812) 287-8354Website
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The Owlery Restaurant

Restaurants

In Bloomington, Indiana, The Owlery Restaurant operates as a restaurant within easy reach of Indiana University. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through Bloomington know it as a regular local option near Indiana University. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. Portions, prices, and specials vary spot to spot around Bloomington, which is part of the fun of trying them. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Indiana University. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own.

118 West 6th Street, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 333-7344Website
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The Tap

Restaurants

The Tap brings an American restaurant to Bloomington, Indiana, just steps from Indiana University. Like a lot of small businesses around Indiana University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. Portions, prices, and specials vary spot to spot around Bloomington, which is part of the fun of trying them. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Bloomington favorites. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Indiana University.

101 North College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 287-8579Website
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Touchstone Wellness Center

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In Bloomington, Indiana, Touchstone Wellness Center operates as a massage studio within easy reach of Indiana University. Around Indiana University, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up Bloomington's everyday scene. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Indiana University. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring Bloomington.

1713 North College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 337-3529Website
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Turkuaz Cafe

Restaurants

In Bloomington, Indiana, Turkuaz Cafe operates as a turkish restaurant within easy reach of Indiana University. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Bloomington, Indiana its own identity, separate from every other college town. It sits alongside the other bars, restaurants, and shops that make up Bloomington's dining scene near Indiana University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington. Part of the fun of a college town like Bloomington is finding places like this on your own.

301 East 3rd Street, Bloomington, IN 47401+1 (812) 333-7908Website
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Upland Brewing Company

Restaurants

Located in Bloomington, Upland Brewing Company is a local restaurant popular with students and residents near Indiana University. Like a lot of small businesses around Indiana University, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Bloomington wouldn't feel quite like Bloomington without independently owned spots like this one. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Indiana University. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of Bloomington favorites.

350 West 11th Street, Bloomington, IN 47404+1 (812) 336-2337Website
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Uptown Cafe

Restaurants

A neighborhood American restaurant, Uptown Cafe serves the campus community around Indiana University in Bloomington. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Small businesses like this are part of what gives Bloomington, Indiana its own identity, separate from every other college town. It sits alongside the other bars, restaurants, and shops that make up Bloomington's dining scene near Indiana University. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Indiana University. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

102 East Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47408+1 (812) 339-0900uptown@the-uptown.comWebsiteInstagramFacebook
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Wings Xtreme U

Restaurants

Wings Xtreme U brings a wing spot to Bloomington, Indiana, just steps from Indiana University. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like Bloomington depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. It sits alongside the other bars, restaurants, and shops that make up Bloomington's dining scene near Indiana University. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Indiana University. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around Bloomington.

2620 East 10th Street, Bloomington, IN 47408+1 (812) 333-9464Website