Wicked pricey, and unparalleled in Bloomington if you're an actual chef or cook. Much merch and…read morekitchen gear that can't be found elsewhere. Cutlery, knives, top-quality pans and utensils. Actual junk is hard to find here. They have much "gourmet" foods, but some are actually quite good, including vinegars, oils, and sometimes, teas. It won't come cheap. Go to Target if you need cheap. This is high quality gear, and plenty of it. Upsides: Thickly presented merchandise, mostly Euro-appetite based. Downsides: Mostly Euro-appetite based and at retail.

I've been to this store a few times now, and they have literally everything you could need for…read morecooking even down to the basics. Good quality items and beautiful selection of glassware/ceramic goods. What really stood out to me was the fact that when I purchased a gift for my mother's birthday, they gift wrapped it beautifully for free! I love this store so very much.

Ordered a 4-bone Prime Rib for Christmas. They separated the bones and trussed it together!! We…read morehave never cooked one before and were very excited!! This was a Choice cut and came out delicious!! Thanks guys!! You made this a great experience!!

We got catering trays for a graduation party: brisket, potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans,…read moreassorted individual bags of chips, and a vegetable tray. So delicious, great service. There were so many wonderful looking things in the shop-my only sadness is discovering this place as my kid is graduating and leaving Bloomington!

As much as I want to be cynical about fancy food in Bloomington, the sweets here (chocolate and…read morefudge) are genuinely top-tier. Expensive, yes (after tax, $7 for 2 truffles), but of an appropriate quality for the price, with both a suitably rich dark chocolate flavor and good other ingredients. I can't comment on the actual oils/vinegars, didn't try them.

Black pepper olive oil is delicious, as is the Pomegranate balsamic, and the chocolate balsamic…read more Yes, delish! Put some pomegranate balsamic on vanilla ice cream-ridiculously good! A big selection of oils and vinegars, a bit pricey but quality

My family and I ventured down to Bloomington as part of our trip to Brown County for camping. Had…read morenever been here, and we found this co-op per the recommendations of a local art gallery owner. Bloomingfoods is a co-op. You pay a membership fee, and the workers there are part of the ownership. Immediately, you are hit with warmth and just that coziness you want in a local grocery store. Whole Foods ambiance but not corporate. There is a deli and a hot/cold foods bar. Produce and plenty of plant-based options to choose from. We definitely enjoyed the experience .

After 14 years as a loyal customer, I canceled my membership at Bloomingfoods today. I won't…read moresupport a business that tolerates bullying and ignores people who speak up against it. Anyone who shops here knows unfriendly, rude cashiers are a long-standing norm. But this goes far beyond that. I witnessed deli employees openly mocking and laughing at a customer for wearing glasses, including using fake voices and calling them "nerdy." It was cruel, public bullying of someone who appeared to have an eye disability. The stuff of Disney schoolyard villains. Truly an insane thing to witness from grown men in work uniform on the clock. Here's the really disturbing thing... Leadership didn't even care. I reported it immediately and followed up many times (phone, email, website form, social) asking for leadership to respond. The marketing manager assured me that leadership was well aware of the incident. Two weeks later, I still haven't gotten a single response. I won't support a business that tolerates bullying and ignores people who speak up against it. Vote with your money and shop at the Bloomington Farm Stop Collective, where you can get local food AND be treated with basic human dignity.

Great little spot full of chaos & the owner is full of information. He geared us towards the pizza…read moresauce, Italian flours (I'm gluten intolerant & these do not bother me to use) & educated us on 100% olive oil. Also, his pesto is the BEST! & you have to try the Italian sandwich from the deli! Coolers are full of cheese & Italian meats- be aware you won't get out for less than 100bucks

This place is sheer chaos with an opinionated owner and assorted supply. 5 stars for craziness…read more More to the point, they have all my favorite pasta shapes that Kroger doesn't carry (at competitive prices), a lot of good olive oil, and tons of brands of canned tomatoes. The owner is opinionated and told me I was buying the wrong things, but hey, that's part of the charm. I will say to check expiration dates--I would have bought a big tin of anchovies had it not expired 4 years ago...

Elm absolutely delivered on every level. We tried the halibut, lamb ribs, and their signature…read morepull-apart milk bread with herbed butter--and every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. The lamb was perfectly tender, richly seasoned, and paired well with bright, fresh sides. The halibut was delicate and artfully plated with vibrant greens and a silky sauce. And that milk bread? Pillowy, golden, and served with some of the best butter I've ever had. The ambiance was refined yet welcoming--perfect for a special night out or an upscale casual dinner. Service was attentive and warm without being overbearing. In my opinion, this is one of the best dining experiences in Bloomington. A must-visit for locals and visitors alike.

The Elm is "one of one" in Bloomington, really no place like it…read more From service to decor to the food, The Elm stands out. Went for dinner on a non-football weekend night and had great service. Helpful guidance on menu choices and super attentive without being a bother. The room and bar are handsomely decked out, with comfortable, well-spaced tables and banquettes and booths. Makes for a fun setting. The food is seasonal and local -- lots of corn and squash this time of year. The chicken roulettes are excellent, as was the beet salad with Calabrian honey and whipped feta -- a nice sweet/hot combo. The steak frites was perfectly cooked to medium rare as requested, and accompanied by scalloped potato fries. Don't miss the desserts, either. The sweet corn creme brûlée with popped sorghum was totally new to me and delish. The chocolate medley was also excellent. Kudos for well-made cocktails too. Great experience and 100% different from everything else in town. A little NYC in IN.

Fantastic products! Absolutely delicious. This company has always been family owned and ran by…read moreincredible people locally. Certainly makes our community oroud!

WOW! Just received our first shipment and tried the cherry preserves and FROG (fig, raspberry,…read moreorange & ginger) preserves. SO much better than anything we've ever bought at the store. I can't wait to try the other items. I've tried tart cherry preserves from a number of specialty retailers and other farms and this is my hands-down favorite! Just the right blend of tart and sweet, and tastes so incredibly fresh. Dillman Farm is going to be our go-to for preserves. We're also going to be ordering these as gifts. The shipping was quick, extremely reasonably priced, and everything was very carefully packed.

I am SO GRATEFUL for this amazing little store! Bloomington sorely needed a shop like this - it…read morecarries a ton of the cool handcrafted items you might find at the farmer's market (hand dyed yarn, jewelry, artwork, etc.), plus so many local foods. They even have a wonderful cafe with fresh baked treats. Plus - the people who work here are so kind and thoughtful. I feel so welcome walking into this shop. I cannot recommend this place enough!

A great little shop. It's a wonderful place to pick up fresh local products, foods, and much more.read more

By far the best bakery with the best espresso in Bloomington. Got me through college with a smile…read more Will forever love this place. Very kind and accommodating staff. Cute outdoor seating to enjoy your treat. Thank you Peter for the kindness and the great service.

Friendly little coffee and bakery shop in historic building in downtown Bloomington. I guess…read morethey're still following some kind of protocol by only allowing two people in at a time-that being said not many more could fit in there. Good selection of baked goods and pastries. Good coffee. Seating out front is nice. Good option for basic coffees and baked goods.

This walk up location is small, but was conveniently located for me to stop by and grab something…read moreto go. I ordered a pumpkin chai off of their seasonal menu - it's served hot and I also added an espresso shot. I LOVED the chai - it had a lovely flavor and the spices really came through and paired beautifully with the pumpkin flavor. Even though a couple people were ahead of me, I didn't have to wait long and was able to get my order in around 5 minutes. I can't wait to try some of their coffees next time!

WOW! This place has an incredible espresso and crafted latte game, ordered the basil mocha and…read morefennel Black pepper lattes. Both made quickly by the lovely barista in a minimalist tiny Hobbit store perched along an annoying expensive street, why is all downtown Bloomington parking paid? What a mess to try attracting tourists who have to shell out for a Monday completely empty of any traffic. At least Hopscotch proves the down payment worth it! There's no ambience here which is a bummer, could see myself sticking a nose into a book for hours eventually ordering another latte but not even a stool to sit. Both drinks were sublime, unique twists on common herbs and spices to enhance the java juices, this is the stuff that gets me excited for the brew!