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

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Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Bloomington, 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. The Chocolate Moose

- Rating: 4.0/5 (209 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 405 S Walnut St Bloomington, IN 47401
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch
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#29. Korea Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0/5 (91 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 409 E 4th St Bloomington, IN 47408
- Categories: Korean
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#28. Judy's Kitchen

- Rating: 4.0/5 (66 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2894 E 3rd St Bloomington, IN 47401
- Categories: Taiwanese, Chinese
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#27. Chicken Salad Chick

- Rating: 4.5/5 (8 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 115 S State Rd 46 Ste K Bloomington, IN 47408
- Categories: Southern, Chicken Shop, Sandwiches
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#26. Sakura 15

- Rating: 4.5/5 (55 reviews)
- Address: 895 S College Mall Rd Bloomington, IN 47401
- Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars
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#25. The Owlery Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (330 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 118 W 6th St Bloomington, IN 47404
- Categories: Vegan, Vegetarian, American (Traditional)
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#24. Mother Bear's Pizza Campus

- Rating: 4.5/5 (776 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1428 E 3rd St Bloomington, IN 47401
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Bars
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#23. Lucky Express

- Rating: 4.5/5 (172 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 307 E 3rd St Bloomington, IN 47401
- Categories: Chinese
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#22. Longfei

- Rating: 4.5/5 (130 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 113 S Grant St Bloomington, IN 47408
- Categories: Chinese, Seafood, Noodles
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#21. Feast Market & Cellar

- Rating: 4.5/5 (120 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 407 W Patterson Dr Bloomington, IN 47403
- Categories: Bakeries, American (New), Wine Bars
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#20. Happy Thai Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (42 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 519 S Walnut St Bloomington, IN 47401
- Categories: Thai
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#19. Lan Ramen & Aqua Tea

- Rating: 4.5/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 250 S Washington St Bloomington, IN 47408
- Categories: Tea Rooms, Ramen
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#18. Culver's

- Rating: 4.5/5 (44 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1918 W 3rd St Bloomington, IN 47404
- Categories: Burgers, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Fast Food
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#17. Nourish Bar

- Rating: 4.5/5 (19 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 217 W 6th St Bloomington, IN 47404
- Categories: Salad, Soup, Wine Bars
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#16. Sofra Cafe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (64 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 340 S Walnut St Ste 4 Bloomington, IN 47401
- Categories: Turkish, Halal, Bakeries
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#15. Samira Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (229 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 100 W 6th St Bloomington, IN 47404
- Categories: Afghan, Salad, Soup
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#14. Parlor Doughnuts

- Rating: 4.5/5 (38 reviews)
- Address: 322 E Kirkwood Ave Bloomington, IN 47408
- Categories: Donuts, Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch
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#13. Cardinal Spirits

- Rating: 4.5/5 (219 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 922 S Morton St Bloomington, IN 47403
- Categories: Cocktail Bars, Distilleries, American (New)
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#12. Turkuaz Cafe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (396 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 301 E 3rd St Bloomington, IN 47401
- Categories: Mediterranean, Turkish, Wine Bars
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#11. Rainbow Bakery

- Rating: 4.5/5 (132 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 201 S Rogers I Fell Building Bloomington, IN 47404
- Categories: Bakeries, Vegan, Gluten-Free
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#10. Krispy Krunchy Chicken

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 2200 W 3rd St Bloomington, IN 47404
- Categories: Chicken Wings
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#9. The Elm

- Rating: 4.5/5 (46 reviews)
- Address: 614 E 2nd St Bloomington, IN 47401
- Categories: American (New)
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#8. Mura Sushi & Korean Restaurant

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 1793 E 10th St Bloomington, IN 47408
- Categories: Korean, Japanese
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#7. Roly Poly

- Rating: 4.5/5 (39 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1616 W 3rd St Bloomington, IN 47404
- Categories: Sandwiches
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#6. Switchyard Brewing Company

- Rating: 4.5/5 (117 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 419 N Walnut St Bloomington, IN 47404
- Categories: Venues & Event Spaces, Pizza, Brewpubs
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#5. Doner Kebab

- Rating: 4.5/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 304 E Kirkwood Ave Bloomington, IN 47401
- Categories: Kebab, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp