Highest-rated Restaurants With Outdoor Seating in Bloomington, Illinois, According to Yelp

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Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Bloomington, Illinois, according to Yelp

Theres something special about taking in a meal while enjoying the air outside, and it could even contribute to your happiness, particularly if there are plants around. During the pandemic, having outdoor seating was a lifeline for many restaurants, allowing them to operate both takeaway and dine-in services.

Many also used the opportunity to show off their personality with decor and furniture that fit their vibe. Are you partial to a luxurious fake garden? Or are you more into lawn chairs and tiki vibes?

Globally, many people may have associated the outdoor dining experience with the cafes of European cities or street food stalls in Asia. Travelers and locals alike often spend hours sipping coffee and eating delicious and cheap food. In the U.S., outdoor seating can take the form of small tables, semi-private nooks, or communal-style seating for the masses, like at a beer garden. Key to a good outdoor table is shade from the sun and, in urban settings, walls or barriers that can cut down on fumes and noise from nearby car traffic.

Restaurants may also play up other perks—like having a great view. The coronavirus pandemic also increased demand for outdoor heaters so restaurants could keep serving meals outside in the colder seasons. All these adjustments have led to more Americans rediscovering the pleasures of dining al fresco, away from the noise inside.

While a good chunk of pandemic-era outside seating may have shrunk back since the return to "normal," many restaurants still have their prized patio tables ready for patrons. Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Bloomington using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

#30. Egg Republic

- Rating: 4.0/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 511 Chancellor Dr Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Waffles, Sandwiches
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#29. The Spotted Dog

- Rating: 4.0/5 (67 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1504 Morrissey Dr Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Sports Bars, Burgers
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#28. Bakery and Pickle

- Rating: 4.0/5 (40 reviews)
- Address: 513 N Main St Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: American (New), Cocktail Bars, Speakeasies
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#27. Taqueria El Porton

- Rating: 4.0/5 (232 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 901 N Main St Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Mexican, Breakfast & Brunch
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#26. The Original Pinsaria

- Rating: 4.0/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 211 N Veterans Pkwy Ste 5 Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Pasta Shops
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#25. Country Pride Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 505 Truckers Ln Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, American (Traditional)
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#24. Anju Above

- Rating: 4.5/5 (404 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 220 E Front St Epiphany Farms Restaurant Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Asian Fusion, Sushi Bars, Bars
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#23. Crawford's Corner Pub

- Rating: 4.5/5 (71 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 610 W Chestnut Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Pubs, Breakfast & Brunch, Burgers
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#22. Under the Ground BloNo

- Rating: 4.5/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 608 N Main St Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Vegan, Vegetarian
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#21. Harmony Korean BBQ

- Rating: 4.5/5 (18 reviews)
- Address: 7 Currency Dr Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Korean, Barbeque, Wine Bars
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#20. Flingers Pizza Pub

- Rating: 4.5/5 (226 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1503 E Vernon Ave Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Pizza, Pubs, Beer Gardens
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#19. Tony's Diner

- Rating: 4.5/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1917 S Main St Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: American (Traditional), Breakfast & Brunch, Diners
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#18. Seoul Mama

- Rating: 4.5/5 (125 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2103 N Veterans Pkwy Ste 312 Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Korean, Chicken Wings, Noodles
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#17. Annie's Eats Carry-Out And Catering

- Rating: 4.5/5 (33 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 606 N Clinton St Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Barbeque, American (Traditional)
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#16. Dop's Jerk House

- Rating: 4.5/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: 2303 E Washington St Ste 5B Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Caribbean
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#15. Pizza Payaa

- Rating: 4.5/5 (43 reviews)
- Address: 4 Currency Dr Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Pizza, Gluten-Free
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#14. Nom Nom Noodle

- Rating: 4.5/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: 1006 E Lincoln St Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Ramen
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#13. Signature India

- Rating: 4.5/5 (98 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1407 N Veterans Pkwy Suit 26 Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Indian, Desserts, Bakeries
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#12. Bloom Bawarchi

- Rating: 4.5/5 (154 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 503 N Prospect Rd Ste 104 Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Indian
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#11. Veracruz Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (102 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1704 Eastland Dr Ste 13 Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Mexican, Latin American
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#10. The Pass Pub & Grill

- Rating: 4.5/5 (16 reviews)
- Address: 2303 E Washington St Ste 600H Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Burgers, Pubs
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#9. Epiphany Farms Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (402 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 220 E Front St Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Steakhouses, Burgers, Cocktail Bars
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#8. La Patrona

- Rating: 4.5/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: 1615 E Empire St Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Tacos
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#7. Pop Up Chicken Shop

- Rating: 4.5/5 (201 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 409 N Hershey Rd Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Chicken Shop
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#6. Fusion Crunch

- Rating: 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
- Address: 616 N Main St Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Burgers, Asian Fusion
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#5. The Mystic Kitchen & Tasting Room

- Rating: 4.5/5 (84 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 306 N Center St Bloomington, IL 61701
- Categories: Cocktail Bars, Wine Tasting Room, Sandwiches
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#4. Arby's

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1601 Morrissey Dr Bloomington, IL 61704
- Categories: Fast Food, Sandwiches
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