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Great sports bar here plenty of TV 4 projectors playing the big game. Big place to hang out and…read morefind a spot to watch. Drinks are strong at a nice price. They do have an outdoor area with its on bar as well. Haven't tried the food here but it smelt and looked good. Staff was also nice as well, definitely a great place to come for drinks food and to watch ur favorite sporting event.

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4.2(100 reviews)

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Service was immediate and friendly for our table of 9. The food was very good all around. We had…read moreburgers and Reuben's and drinks. The website said pizza was on the menu, but that is not the case right now. Great place to hang out for a game or with some friends. We will be back!

So far, I've only done delivery, but that was a good experience. They have their own delivery…read moreservice, so call them direct and skip the 3rd parties. The person who took my order was wonderfully friendly and helpful as was the delivery person. For my first go-round, I went with the Almost Famous Pork Tenderloin Sandwich and the Rings of Kerry. The tenderloin was nicely oversized, tender, and not dry, with good breading. It had a little tang in the taste that was odd but not off-putting. I got cole slaw, which is homemade and tastes fine but is a little goopy for me. The Rings of Kerry (onion rings) were huge. Crispy with that wonderful Guinness beer batter. They also pack a punch with the amount of oil in them - definitely need a drink with these (it's a slight grease overload). Good pub-type options, and I want to try a few of their other offerings.

Almost Famous Pork Tenderloin

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Maggie Miley's

3.6(236 reviews)

1.5 mi

Stopped in to watch the hockey game and have a few beers. The place was pretty crowded and the…read moremusic was very loud. The service was good. The prices are reasonable. There is plenty of seating on both sides of the bar. They have plenty of TVs to watch games.

Dined here on a Monday night so no live music or much activity. The servers were friendly and the…read moredining experience was good overall. Had the Boxty Cheese Dip appetizer. The potato pancakes were warm and fluffy and the cheese dip had a thick rich and just slightly spicy flavor. A very enjoyable appetizer. The fish and chips were cooked to perfection. The fish had a nice coating of batter that wasn't too greasy. Large portion of fries.

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Restaurant was filthy and food was greasy

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Cadillac Jack's

4.6(45 reviews)

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We were traveling as nd decided to stop for lunch. We were not disappointed. We were greeted with…read morehellos from the bartender and he said we could sit anywhere. Our server came right over and took our drink order. They have daily specials. But he got a bourbon burger cooked perfectly and I got a taco. We shared an order of fries. Everything was very tasty. They restaurant and bathrooms were clean. It was reasonably priced. We would definitely eat here again given the chance

We were in town for a golf tournament and to visit family. We got into town late and Cadillac…read moreJack's was close to our Airbnb so we gave them a try. They had live music in the parking lot that was very loud, so we decided to eat inside. The waitress was nice and made several menu suggestions since it was our first visit. We started out with pretzels and cheese. It was good. They offered two different cheeses with it, beer cheese and nacho cheese. We tried both and they were good. I created my own pizza with pepperoni, onions, peppers, and mushrooms, my son had a pepperoni pizza, and my husband had the Philly steak with onion rings. The food was just ok, but we didn't leave hungry.

Local beer and bar

Bourbon burger and taco

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The Pass Pub & Grill

4.3(29 reviews)

1.6 mi

Recommended!!! Soups are the best! Patio season is the best. Servers great! Check it outread more

The Pass Pub & Grill is a place that delivers decent food, strong drinks, and a laid-back,…read morewelcoming atmosphere. Whether you're stopping in for a casual meal or catching up with friends over drinks you will have decent experience. However, the water right now is trash! Tasted like pine-Sol. Which is not their fault as the city is undergoing filtration problems The menu offers classic pub fare with decent ingredients and generous portions. The the wings are packed with flavor, and the fries are perfectly crispy. The service is friendly and attentive, making you feel right at home.

Great service- excellent food- soup season is my fav!!

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Buffalo chicken salad

DR McKays

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I have been slow to come around to this place. The lady has always liked the place more than me,…read moreever since we first ventured in to try their wings shortly after they opened years ago. They've always had good wings with creative sauces but at the time the beer selection was pretty lame, the decor and wait staff not particularly impressive and nothing we tried food-wise besides the wings impressed us. Cut to the visits I've made since PopUp lost their (3rd party) liquor license 6-8 weeks ago. It drove me back and I e since found the beer selection has improved immensely, the hired help seems a bit friendlier and the summer special chicken salad sammich (all by itself) is my new obsession! How times have changed. Not sure if joining UnTapped had anything to do with it, but they now have 16 taps - mostly craft beer always incl a cider and Guinness. They have a plethora of sports, etc. on a plethora of TVs, darts and gaming, an expansive food menu. And while the wings still rock, it's the chicken salad on warm cibatta bread is one of the best true sandwiches, and best deals at $8 with homemade potato chips, in town. Eyes opened.

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Onion rings

Cheeseburger & seasoned fries

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"Boneless Chicken Wings" Was actually chicken NUGGETS!!

Mugsy's Pub

3.4(156 reviews)

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I just love Mugsy's. Can't beat their wings. Hands down the best in town. Beer selection has…read moreimproved and have come to enjoy the cheese balls. Best Parmesan wings ever. And we had a turtle brownie today that was out of this world!

Came here after Family weekend at ISU and waited for two hours to get food. The waitress was so…read morebusy that we got only one drink per person. When we finally got our food it was cold. The outdoor patio was nice but so far out of the way that we were invisible. Food was mediocre at best.

Front entrance

Street sign on main st.

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DESTIHL Restaurant & Brew Works

4.2(1k reviews)

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So in 2018 we took a short weekend trip to Champaign, went to Allerton, got lost in the woods while…read moretowing a child who didn't walk and felt we were doomed. After getting back to our car finally in air conditioning, I looked for a place for lunch and picked Destihl in Champaign. VERY MEMORABLE MEAL. My husband and kids were very happy. Fastforward 8 years. My kids are teens and we go down to ISU for the state Special Olympics championship. My child who barely walked last time is now particpating in a sporting event and I need a place for lunch. I literally started looking on Yelp hoping to find something like that meal we had back in 2018. What do you know but Destihl is in Normal and we can go there. Went for lunch with a reservation on a Friday. They were very busy so I was happy I reserved. The service was awesome (Emil was our server). We ordered two apps (Snack plate / Pretzel) and all got lunches (Pickled Mac n Cheese, Fish tacos, Club). We didn't want to eat too much since we had a lot of walking in the sun coming for us. Everything was great. Here's the deal with Destihl and what I like about it: Lots of components to dishes and it works. Each component is well-thought out, very fresh and seasoned perfectly. I wanted to order everything on the menu. The first time wasn't a fluke (I was afraid it might be). I'm glad they are still creating great food and service. The restaurant is very roomy and comfortable. While we don't live close, we will make it back whenever we're around ISU.

So, I know the new kids in the block like this kind of thing to order from table and pay and…read morewaitress just plops food on table with all canned drinks no fountain drinks but honestly I didn't like that. I prefer more interaction with the people who are trying to earn a tip. But food was good 4 for food 1 for business profile So 3

Seating by bar area. We arrived at an off time, so it wasn't crowded. People started filtering in around 4pm.

Guajillo Chicken Nachos & Sausage and pepperoni stone oven pizza

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Rosie's Pub

4.2(226 reviews)

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Amazing service, food, and experience. Always a top spot for celebrations, a good family dinner, or…read morea drink after work. Beautiful interior and the bar has a great vibe. Love it!

Looks to be amongst the popular for the locals. I went with co-workers while in town. Solid menu…read morewith a lot of variety. Standard bar food with a bit of flair. Waitress was friendly, seating was comfortable, and the decor was cute. No complaints here.

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11 years ago

Here is what you need to know from someone who waited a LONG time for them to come back and could not be happier. At least one night a week I will not be cooking because I'll be here: 1. Go in person. Why? Craft beer. 24 taps deep. Yes. 2. Sit on either side. They have 9 flat screen TVs and no matter where you sit you can see them AND taste beer before you buy it. See #1. 3. Order a Tiny Bomb with Spicy Ranch dipping sauce. Eat this with your tasty beverage while you figure out what else to order. A tiny bomb is a mini cheesebomb. A cheesebomb is like cheesy garlic breadsticks but not really. It's its own food group. 4. Order Flinger Rolls. One per person. I recommend stuffing them with Bacon, Chicken, Mushroom & Onion. Cuz I'm me. But you be you. (with Spicy Ranch dipping sauce) 5. Order a CRAFT pizza. Don't change it, love it for who it is! My fav is the Super Freak or The Diva (for those times I want to feel "healthy) 6. Order another beer. 7. Pay and tip your server. Sometimes as customers we are mean and snotty. But not you. You're one of the good ones. Make up for the bad ones. 8. Leave a review. Tell your friends. Come back. Invite me! read more

Josh S.

11 years ago

Best craft beer and pizza in Bloomington-Normal. What makes a Flingers pizza better than the others? IMO, it's the (secret) crust recipe, the type of cheese they use, and the hefty amount of fresh toppings. No matter what you order, I'm sure you'll quickly see why Flingers is a local and student favorite. What makes the craft beer better than the others? IMO, it's that there's 24 taps of it - only a few other places have that many. Plus, there's always a variety of styles - some IPA's, hefe's, browns, porters, stouts, lagers, and some seasonals - so no matter what you like, it'll be on tap. And all 24 taps are craft beer - there's no bud, miller, or coors taking up valuable tap space, so you always get 24 actual craft selections...all outlined and described for you in a separate beer menu. If you're visiting or new to Bloomington-Normal and want to try a local pizzeria with a style all its own, go to Flingers. read more

Jacqueline K.

5 years ago

Better pizza than national chains with great beer selection. The Monthly Fling is a nice change up for the adventurous who won't get worked up over nontraditional ingredients on their pizza. I haven't encountered an unfriendly employee in any of my visits. For delivery on weekends, order early or be prepared to wait for 2+ hours. Pickup is the better option if you order past 5 PM. The online ordering portal is a bit clunky, but gets the job done. Or maybe it doesn't. It can be working fine when you start an order, but when you try to checkout you'll receive an error stating that the online ordering system is down and you'll have to call in your order. Overall, I highly recommend Flingers, especially if you're dining in. read more

Darrin K.

10 years ago

Always traveling for business and looking for something different than a chain restaurant. Eureka! If you want a nice sampling of craft beers and a different menu than the same crappy pizza joints, Flingers is an excellent option. The staff is attentive and accommodating. Plenty of TV's to watch your favorite team. I couldn't commit to a pizza but settled for a couple of Flinger rolls that hit the spot. Stuff them and dip them with whatever your heart desires. Wash it down with a tasty beverage...or two... If you sit up at the bar, Sean is knowledgable and won't lead you astray. read more

Donnie C.

11 years ago

Great beer and pizza at the same place, does it get any better? My wife and I love craft beer and she is addicted to the taco pizza. The kids love the carnivore pizza, breadsticks and fries. Their wings are top notch as well. Great family place and more affordable now that they have specials. We had lots of memories at the old Flinger's and are happy they are back, the service has always been great and the pizza is as good as ever. Hope they bring back the $10 gift card when your beer blows the keg. read more

Matt M.

7 years ago

Great food and one of the best beer selections in town. I was there a week ago with a group of friends. We were seated outside by the host and after a couple minutes a friend went inside to make sure the server knew we were there. No big deal... miscommunication happens. A couple minutes later the owner came out apologizing for the wait and gave us a free large cheese bomb. It wasn't necessary but it was very much appreciated by our group. This visit reminded me of why I am a long time patron. read more

Mark A.

10 years ago

Went there for lunch and ordered single slices instead of a whole pizza. First two were fine. Then ordered some more and instead of giving me the new stuff that had just come out, they gave me the old stuff. I didn't complain at the time because I was in a hurry. The old stuff should have been thrown away. Other than that the atmosphere is great and would like to order off their huge beer menu. read more

Mary T.

6 years ago

We had a pepperoni pizza, gluten free pizza with mushrooms, bacon and extra cheese and the much talked about Fingers rolls! Everything was great tasting. The service was polite and prompted. With several different seating spaces including an outdoor patio it felt very open. We will defiantly patronize this restaurant again. read more

Tim M.

11 years ago

Got delivery. Atmosphere and craft beers aside, the pizza is very average here. 3* for the price to quality ratio. I could see how it would be fine for stuffing your face after a couple beers, but if you're gonna get delivery I would just go with one of the big 3 pizza delivery places. read more

Greg B.

5 years ago

We go here at least once a month to try the fling of the month, usually more. They never disappoint on the pizza. The pizza may look more pricey but the ingredients and quality make up for it. Hands down the best pizza around. I miss Nashville hot chicken and Korean BBQ monthly fling. read more

Brad O.

8 years ago

Nice chill location. Takes a twist on pizza and cheese if you are into those items. Many other things on menu as well. Beer selection is extensive for that clientele. Has a casual, family or client meeting type atmosphere. Thanks for the great time flingers. See you soon!! read more

Ian L.

7 years ago

Huge (and excellent!) beer selection! I skipped this place for years just because the outside doesn't have the greatest curb appeal but I regret it so much! Seriously good food, fairly varied menu, did I mention beer? Can't recommend it enough. read more

Susan W.

7 years ago

We found Flingers on yelp and gave it a try. The pizza and wings were outstanding! We returned within 2 weeks and tried a different pizza and the caesar salad. Again, it was excellent. This is our new favorite pizza place! Highly Recommended. read more

Yolanda H.

3 years ago

Yummy! Food was delicious................................................................................................................................................................................ read more

Jarrod B.

10 years ago

Suggested by a friend. We ordered carry out and it was ready upon arrival. Great tasting thin crust pizza. Can't wait to go back and dine in so we can try the selection of craft brews! read more

Kristin M.

11 years ago

Flingers was talked up for having the best pizza and beer around, and it didn't disappoint! What a great renovation, bar, and friendly service! Thanks Flingers for a great experience! read more

Evan H.

6 years ago

They were being extremely safe, all outdoor seating with picnic tables spread apart. Impressive with staff, exceptional service and the food is pretty good to read more

Sarah S.

7 years ago

Love this place every time I come in. Stefani is such an amazing server and really knows how to help my kids settle down. Ask for her every time you go in! read more

Martha C.

10 years ago

Awesome management ...some friends and I are from out of town and got in late and they served us and stayed open for us to catch up! Great beer selection! read more

Meredith H.

7 years ago

Best pizza in Illinois! Only place I order from. I have had pizza from so many places, Chicago included. This place blows EVERYONE else out of the water! read more

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