We came here while in town for graduation at Illinois State University. While on the outside it is unassuming, the inside reveals a clean, large dining room that feels upscale. We had a reservation so we were seated promptly at a large table in its own little alcove in the back. While the place was busy, we could chat comfortably with one another and felt adequately separate from other tables. The menu has a bit of everything, so everyone should be able to find something they like on it. We started with cocktails, mozzarella sticks, and pretzel bites. The cocktails were good but I could've used less sweetness in mine. The mozzarella sticks and pretzels bites were standard, which means they were great as usual. For a group of 5 of us, an order of each was enough to hold us over until the main meal. I personally got the fish sandwich for my dinner with fries. The fish was great and large enough that it hung over the sides of the bun. My only complaint about the sandwich was the lack of tartar sauce on it. The cook must have just added the smallest dash, as the only sign it was there was a little spot of discoloration on the bun. The fish was good but the sandwich would have been better with more moisture from that tartar. The fries it came with were standard shoe string fries. Nothing special but hit the spot all the same. Everyone else at the table enjoyed their meals as well and we left comfortably full with no leftovers. Overall the meal came at a good pace, the atmosphere was nice, and the prices were reasonably. If in town again we would come back here. read more

Food was okay. The Fish & chips, the fish was soggy(ish). The REV burger wasn't anything special. The bacon jam was delicious. Baked Brie was delicious. The bread was soft. Our waiter was attentive and polite. The gentleman was prompt with filling waters. The restaurant itself is well lit. The tables have enough space to not feel claustrophobic. They are spread out pretty decent. There's some dead space though which feels a little odd. I did feel that the noise level was a little loud. read more

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Birthday was not referenced once even though we had it tagged in the reservation. Did hear you get a free desert if they remember-good luck to you if you choose this establishment to celebrate. Music was Schizophrenic(ranged from EDM to 1960s Aretha Franklin). Mac and cheese was dry and bland. Fish (pollock) was not good. Fries were decent. Fiancé said filet was alright. We will not return read more

A beautiful place for dinner and/or drinks. Great bourbon selection! Mason is most gracious and welcoming! He took care of everything we needed and was helpful in going over the menu with us. Definitely a go to for an enjoyable time read more

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My family and I had a late dinner on Saturday at Revery. The parking lot was very dark, in fact my wife sent me in to make sure it was open before she would leave the car. The inside of the restaurant was really nice, although the second door to the dining room feels a little strange. All of the staff we interacted with were really nice, however there was a terribly long delay that started with us getting seated and continued until we left. The delay on the service was just inexplicable. We got there at 7:50 and were told they could seat us in 15-20 mins. Half the tables looked to be empty but I can understand being delayed in the kitchen and with waitstaff so we sat and waited patiently. It took 25 mins before we were seated and we had to go in and ask them when they were going to seat us before they did so. No one spoke to us during the entire wait to let us know the status. When we finally did get seated, it felt like we just sat forever. Every part of dining experience felt incredibly slow. I waited a few days to put in my review so I could adjust my score from the two I wanted to give them on Saturday to the 4 I am giving them now. The food was pretty decent, I had the meatloaf which I enjoyed. The broccolini wasn't my favorite for preparation but that's my preference about lemon. I tried the Carmel apple martini which was like drinking the taste of fall, it was really good. I also shared some of the French bread with my son and I really enjoyed that a lot. Being as this is far from us and I didn't love my first experience, I don't see being back, but if you live in or near normal, I think this place is worth trying. read more

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went back a year later to try it one more time. It wasn't good. First, the waiter forgot my cocktail and I had to remind her after a half hour went by. Then, they forgot our appetizer order and I reminded her after the entrées came out which seemed take an hour. The problem is there was only one other table with people. how can they be that bad when there's not a rush going on? Then, The beef bowl I ordered was way too heavy on the rice. I felt like I was mostly just eating a bowl of white rice. read more

Weird concept... pool hall meets good dining... menu looks great (didn't eat) but the atmosphere is so odd.. parking lot was a mess... Tons of people, smoking and drinking and little kids running around read more

We were there for a special event on a Friday night and it was just lovely. The place is very classy. It has a black ceiling and is very dark inside which creates lots of ambiance. The food was delicious. I had the meatloaf and my partner had fish and fries. The place was plenty crowded and the food seemed to take a little bit to get out to us, which only gave us more time to visit. read more

Revery - Meatloaf, mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes and broccolini - Bars Near Me - Bloomington, Illinois

Came here as a group for a work appreciation. The food was good and service was great. Loved their drink menu too!

It was a quite Thursday when we entered and were provided an opportunity to select our own spot in the main dining area. We picked a cozy booth and were lucky to learn 1/2 price bottles of wine! As the evening progressed things picked up and a lovely ambiance was created with the retro tunes, light conversation and delicious smells! Our food was fresh and fast and yummy. The apple bread pudding finished out our weekday dinner with a treat! Staff was very attentive and friendly. Will have to make this a weekday stop more often! read more

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Food was phenomenal, couldn't have asked for for a better dinner with the ladies!! A must visit!!! I promise you won't be let down!! read more

Revery - We didn't leave anything on our plates! The potatoes were a second helping!! - Bars Near Me - Bloomington, Illinois

I had a great experience the last time I was here. My tip is to come early, they were out of a few items. read more

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I don't usually take the time to write reviews, but this place truly deserves it. From the moment we walked in, everyone made us feel so welcome. Marcello, the bartender, was incredible, not only were his drinks amazing, but he was genuinely fun to talk to. You can tell he really knows his craft. Ana took such great care of us throughout the night; she was warm, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect. The chef absolutely nailed it, I had the meatloaf...it was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully done. You can taste the pride and passion in the food. And Jason made the whole experience come together; he really made us feel like valued guests, not just another table. Can't wait to come back soon!!! read more

A perfect spot for celebrating a new job, leaving an old job, or just ushering in the weekend. We had reservations for 6:30 and were pleased to arrive to a bustling restaurant on a cold Friday night. Seated in the bar side near the fireplace, we had a lovely view of the room and enough privacy for personal conversation. He chose the special of the Shrimp Scampi and was pleased overall with the flavor and freshness of the shrimp. I opted for the meatloaf and broccoli. The meatloaf and sauce were tasty, the mashers a little on the bland side for me. Our appetizers of beets and poutine seemed like an odd match, but the horseradish/cream/cheese with the beets made them irresistible, and the pickled giardiniera on the poutine added a unique touch. Both were almost finished. We split dessert of a Thousand Hour Brownie and I had a peppermint martini that was perfectly festive for a January Friday. Derek was a great server, he was responsive but not intrusive, had a great smile and helped us feel welcome. We can't wait to come back. read more

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I had the chance to eat here on two different occasions in a week. I found both consistencies and inconsistencies. First, they did a nice job updating the inside of the restaurant. It gives a nice intimate vibe that works even with small groups. I experienced two different servers and they brought great, consistent service. Friendly and helpful in talking through the menu and options. With all of the dishes ordered with the groups I was with, we really liked the presentation of the dishes. They do a nice job of serving up your food with intentionality. The part that was inconsistent was the food itself. I had salmon in two different dishes. One night it was overcooked and the other it was undercooked. Others in my group one night had similar challenges with their dish. I believe these aren't issues that should define the restaurant and hopefully just a moment in time. read more

Everything was amazing from the service to the dessert. Gregory is a spectacular server. He made some great recommendations and was attentive, courteous and fun. The fried chicken was served right from the fryer, fried to perfection. Crispy breading with a perfectly moist meat. I usually don't do dessert, but I finished half of a friend's crème brûlée. Try it. You'll be delighted. read more

I'm not sure what the name of this place is now .., Revery? Whiskey River? It's a total disaster... Sports Bar ? Casual Dining? Fine Dining? We ate there tonight.., slow service, some had good food, some not so much. Pool Table in the bar is totally out of place. No management to talk to... close it up now to put off the inevitable read more

Mason and Tinley were fantastic servers! Thank you for the amazing food and hospitality! We'll be back!

Mason and Tinley served us and very wonderful, very helpful! The food was also delicious. I highly recommend this place.

This place is amazing. Food is fresh, service is great and I can't forget our fave waiter Gregory from Revory. He's kind, attentive and makes recommendations. read more

Wonderful !! Had a great time and perfect dinner. Sam was a welcoming and attentive server. read more

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We went to the Revery for the first time on a Saturday night. It was a very nice experience. We had a Whiskey flight to share and starters of house salad and calamari. It was very good and plated beautifully. We chose entrees of short ribs and fish and chips. Both were delicious. Will be bring my parents here soon! read more

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Darrick was a great server and the food was very good! Jason did a great job greeting us and keeping our water filled all evening!

Darrick was great! Really knew the menu, was friendly and accommodating. Our first time here since was Ozark House and it was delicious! We will definitely be coming. The meatloaf and fried chicken were so tasty - great comfort food. read more

Great food, great atmosphere, great service! Will definitely be back. Darrick was our server read more

Get the beef short rib. Don't ask questions, just get it. I guarantee you won't regret it. Been here multiple times and it's always lived up to its hype. Gregory is an awesome server as well! read more

Do not sleep on this place!! We came here for our anniversary and had a great dinner. The food was amazing! The service was outstanding, loved the vibe, & we cannot wait to come back. read more

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Darrick was awesome! Food was great and we had a great time! Banana dessert was the best. Thank you!

Ambiance, food and drinks were all excellent. Jason was so friendly and helpful. Best Busser in the industry.

An absolutely hidden gem of a restaurant in Bloomington. The bar menu is extensive and has some strong variety. Have hit the place up a bunch of times, never had a meal there that wasn't top tier. Practically, safe to walk in, order the special, and have whatever amazingness the chef's whipping up, but there is no miss on that menu. We're in an "oops all bangers" scenario here, folks. Bryson's taken AWESOME care of us the couple times we've run into him, and again, all the staff are awesome, knowledgeable, and super friendly. read more

Not quite sure that it completely pulls off the supper club vibe. I had the short rib which was absolutely outstanding. Solid service even with our group of 12. I'd go back tomorrow if I were staying in town. read more

Revery - Short rib with sweet potato puree and roasted brussel sprouts. - Bars Near Me - Bloomington, Illinois

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My favorite restaurant in BloNo. MUCH better food than Epiphany Farms. Absolutely love the short rib, meatloaf, and ribs. The fried calamari is among the best I've had anywhere. Chic decor but comfortable. Please try it!! read more

Poutine good, drinks good, salmon excellent, crème brûlée also excellent. Deco was updated but still dark atmosphere. Service was good but nothing earth shattering or at a level I would expect for $120 bill. read more

Sam was Amazing ant the food and atmosphere were spot on! Would highly recommend!! The churro fry dessert was mine blowing!!

Very nice service. The atmosphere was good too. Really enjoyed the meatloaf dinner.

The service was amazing, had this guy named Derrick. HIS CALVES WHERE HUGE! He got us water and drinks quickly and kept us topped up the entire night. we got sat in this little mostly enclosed corner, super private. Food was delicious, just got the sink salad. (I got salmon on mine) Anna was the best part of the experience, she's kept this place running and made it even better. They are discontinuing the crab cake bruschetta which Made me almost start crying but the rest of the menu is so good I could be sad for long. 10/10 def recommend, ask for Derrick and his calves. read more

The food was fabulous! I had the Bramble on to drink and the black and blue salad, the special. The service was five star, thank you Derek! read more

Gregory from Revery changed our night out from dinner to an experience. Really it is unfortunate, because now every other service experience for the rest of our lives will feel subpar. We have loved.....and lost. read more

I had the short rib and it was outstanding. Tender, flavorful and delicious! Shout out to Darrick for his top shelf service!

Derek is awesome! Great food and ambiance! very good service as they were on top of everything!