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FARMbloomington

4.5
4.5
1688 Reviews
$30 and under
American
FARMbloomington celebrates the best of the heartland and Indiana. Products and produce utilized in dynamic, innovative and flavorful dishes translate into “real food for real people!”

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 32 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Southern

  • Hours of operation

    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:45 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (812) 323-0002

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Daniel Orr

  • Neighborhood

    Bloomington

  • Parking details

    None

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 1,688 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Bloomington

    Best Food

  • Bloomington

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  • Bloomington

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  • Bloomington

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  • Bloomington

    Good for special occasions

  • Bloomington

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  1. SusanP

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Music too loud. Just sat down and waitress asked for drink order. Did not give us time to look at menu
  2. Krum

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing! Great vegetarian options.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Cute place with delicious food and terrific service
  4. DianaH

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were really pleased. Our meals were delicious. The service was excellent.
  5. BobB

    Indiana

    113 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    113 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Downtown Bloomington farm fresh restaurant. Not very big menu- but everything is well done and delicious
  6. MariaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every moment of our dining experience at FARMbloomington was exquisite. From wine and appetizers to dessert, every course was beyond delicious, beautifully plated, and delivered with perfect timing by gracious, friendly servers. Chef Orr has succeeded in creating a space with upscale food but a decidedly unstuffy, relaxing atmosphere.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time dining at the Farm. We came from Indian Otto attend the opera and wanted to eat before the performance. Everything was first rate - we were greeted by many friendly faces. My husband enjoyed talking bourbon with Doug and our waiter Joey was personable, funny and we will definitely ask to be at one of his tables next time we come.
  8. KenL

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our waitress Rachel was excellent, as well as the quality of the food. Maybe the largest list of beverage options ever
  9. Brett

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The filet and prime rib were amazing. The sides were different but pretty good. It was very loud in the back room due to a large group and the design of the room. You couldn’t hear yourself think it was so loud. I will probably ask to sit in the front next time. Good experience other than the noise.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Have been going to farm for years. One of the best restaurants in Bloomington. Quirky farmhouse decor, great food, great service.
  11. MichelleS

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience5
    We had a 7pm reservation on Saturday Jan 25th. We did not get our food until nearly 9pm. We had multiple conversations with our server (who was great) and the manager. The manager tried to make excuses for why our food was delayed but the server did tell us it was due to being short a cook. When our food did arrive we were missing parts of the order - no pickles - no bacon jam...etc. We also had an order of salmon that was under cooked and served skin side up, not very appetizing. It was a really disappointing experience. We had heard such great things about it from our daughter that goes to IU and were excited to try it.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Salmon was perfect.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Service was excellent, and the vibe was great! Kitchen was pretty slow, but we were visiting with out of town family and didn't mind the wait. They were definitely very busy! Food was excellent when it came out, and was definitely hot 'n fresh. Always recommend to anyone visiting, just take into account that game weekends can cause issues occasionally!
  14. JimG

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very popular place. Came for brunch. Cool/interesting layout and food is good. I thought slightly pricy for what you get but everything is more expensive these days. Waiter provided excellent service. If there on a busy weekend, as we were, you definitely need a reservation. Have an IU student there and will definitely come back next time in town.
  15. Paul

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had really great service and were seated quickly after arriving at our time of reservation. Food was excellent and prepared as ordered and requested. We always go to FARM when we are in town.
  16. JosephM

    Detroit

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was awesome. Over 700 bottles of liquor to choose from. Doug the bartender is a treasure.
  17. psrn

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    FARMbloomington is a delight! Down-to-earth restaurant, decent portions, wide selection of foods, large bar offerings. Fun to dine there on special occasions.
  18. Hoosierlady

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We went for Valentine’s dinner. It was a set menu at $59 a person. Appetizer was so-so. One of us had the soup. It was good. One of us had the lettuce salad. It wasn’t very good. Some of the lettuce was brown. Not much dressing. Pork lion and salmon were both very good. Dessert was good. Overpriced for the meal. Tables too close together. Servers kept hitting our table as they passed.
  19. TracyM

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We loved the service and ambiance but found the food options on the menu to be pretty difficult for gluten and dairy free ordering. Our server helped us but in general would love to see options meeting these needs. The hot tea options were delicious, the decor super upbeat and fun, and our server was over the top amazing and friendly.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall1food2service3ambience2
    Waited over an hour for our food today (brunch) only to have it arrive lukewarm. On top of that, only eggs they would serve were scrambled (no poached or fried eggs despite being on the menu). First time visit based on recommendations. Will not be back.
  21. ArynC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Farm never disappoints! The food is great and service fast.
  22. NancyL

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    2.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    Farm is usually good, but last night 2/10/23 was not good at all. We ordered sat for an hour having drinks and an appetizer when they discovered they ran out of several entree items one was what I ordered. The manager handled the situation very poorly. We don’t have it would you like to order something else? No real communication no real apology. Just weird and then the service got worse. All in all not a good experience.
  23. Notsoaveragjoe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was incredible and the service was outstanding. The staff were very friendly and professional. The ambiance could be improved with more mature farm-inspired decor to fit the high quality food, but overall it was a wonderful experience. I will surely be coming back!
  24. Bloomingtonfan

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were there for dinner prior to an IU basketball game. This was our first time with their new menu. My husband had the BLT and it was far above your standard sandwich stating with the bread and ending with the goat cheese. Also, there was amazing bacon in between! The puttanesca pizza was flavorful as well
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and appreciate the terrific vegan options!
  26. ChristineN

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience2
    Such a disappointing visit to Farm, it was not our first but probably our last. Food was mediocre at best, we were seated in the back room which is sterile, our server was delightful - the only high light of the meal.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sunday brunch before leaving town, everything was delicious, i made a reservation, and they were able to seat me exactly on time. Can’t wait to return.
  28. LisaLisa

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We came down for an IU roommate reunion. Some of us have dietary restrictions. The server (Maggie or Mattie??) was SUPER friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu. She offered great suggestions. The food was good for brunch. I have had better; however, it was yummy and HOT. I would definitely come back for the incredible service and the kitschy atmosphere. FARM is conveniently located on Kirkwood and the square. Super easy to walk to from our hotel.
  29. JanetS

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great menu, and wine selection. Main course served before we had finished appetizer.
  30. 1985Hoosier

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food & Drinks. Good atmosphere.
  31. StephenC

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We enjoyed our meal at Farm. The cocktails and appetizers were nice. The service was friendly and prompt. The wine list was good and the waiter helped us with a nice selection. The entrees were fresh and prepared well. A must try spot in Bloomington.
  32. FishersChick

    Indiana

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We had a truly lovely “farmhand” (server) tonight. My two family members had burgers “French Style” with sautéed onions and blue cheese on them, which they really liked. I had a pizza with mozzarella and pesto which was sub par in my book-the pesto was super oily and there wasn’t much mozzarella, the sauce was meh. BUT the cocktail was good and served in a super cool glass and we loved our server, so that more than balanced out the fair pizza. I really appreciate this place taking reservations and they have a really nice and clean ladies room, which matters a lot! (No mom visiting her son at college wants to have to use the restroom at their place!!) 😄
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Family get together.
  34. JenniferR

    Indiana

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely awesome! Great food and excellent service!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came from Virginia to tour IU with our son and ate here for dinner the first night. The setting is so unique and charming! The food was delicious and our waiter was very attentive. Will return if IU is the college he chooses!
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    It was great, but slow. So not the best if you are on a time crunch.
  37. NancyL

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My good friend had a birthday and my other friend was visiting in honor of that event. We were at brunch and had a wonderful time. Nice celebration.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Unfortunately this came highly rated and was a huge disappointment. We were told multiple times it was an off night. That they were changing the menu and the kitchen was backed up. Our reservation was 715 and we did not get our food until over an hour later. The burgers were the food network award burgers and were cold and over cooked despite the chef recommended for medium rare. One did not even have the side with it. We were offered free dessert but they were out of the dessert we wanted and they even still put it on the check and comped it lol. It was all kind of crazy. Our waiter was young and new you could tell. We felt bad for him and he did the best he could so we tipped him well despite the hot mess but probably will not go back despite high recommendations. Drinks were good per my dining mates so maybe just head to the bar.
  39. KimG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    We visited Farm on a Saturday night for dinner. Our meal and drinks were all very good! Our waiter however provided less than even average service. The restaurant was crowded the whole time we were there, so if he was obviously hustling we could make an exception. That did not seem to be the case though as he mostly appeared to be wandering around aimlessly. Everyone else we spoke with (bartender, hostesses) were friendly and helpful. The ambiance was just ok to us-maybe dimming the lights a bit at dinner would help. It just seemed way too bright inside. Overall, I’m glad we tried it and we will probably give it another try since the food was so good.
  40. LisaB

    Indiana

    60 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Brough 3 new friends for Xmas treat all had never been . Lilly was great but needed help . More water , busing dishes and having things like at 103o run out of clementine jiucw for mimosas. She was pleasant and efficient , food quite tasty and presentation excellent!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

FARMbloomington is rated 4.5 stars by 1688 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 32 times today
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108 East Kirkwood, Bloomington, IN 47408

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Bloomington

  • Hours of operation

    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:45 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Southern

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    None

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Daniel Orr

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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