Cardinal Spirits

Very fun and Classy. Very refreshing Drinks and tasty fries. Very nice staff and fast service. 1/2 Price Flights on Friday. My favorite drink was the Passion Fruit Mojito. It was sweet with a slightly bitter undertone.

I went to Cardinal Spirits for a Galentine's dinner and it had something for everyone! It's a smaller space but still cozy and inviting. The parking lot situation is also a little crowded, especially when they are busy - carpooling definitely helps. Our waitress was great and very aware of all allergens on the menu. The drinks are almost always a hit (but we didn't love the flavor of the seasonal take home cocktail we got). I got the Handsome Devil and would highly recommend, coffee and lemon - who knew!? I finished with the Penicillin and it was good, but not the best I've had. For dinner I split the Mela flatbread and Steak sandwich with a friend. We both LOVED the steak sandwich, it was very good and I would get it again. The flatbread was disappointing - sounded great on the menu but was dry and felt like there wasn't enough cheese. We ended with Thai Tea crème brûlée and the campfire tart, was not personally a fan of the crème brûlée. Didn't love the flavor or texture. The campfire tart was delicious though! All in all will continue to go back from time to time!

I honestly don't understand the hype. The appetizers are way overpriced and portion size doesn't match the cost. I've had a meal or two in the past and they were tasty,but, again, super pricey. I'm not a drinker so maybe that's why it's not for me. The actual bar/dining room is quirky and cozy. The covered patio is a lot of fun in the summer. Staff is friendly and efficient. The bathroom is lovely but it's one toilet and you lock the door behind you (one at a time use) which can be rough if you have an urgent need. Overall a great gathering spot,but be prepared to pay extra.

The service was good, their menu has expanded quite a bit but we just went for drinks. Automatic 20% is added to the bill. I found this spot on Facebook events when I was looking for live Christmas music, it was so fun and cozy!

It's been a minute since I've been to Cardinal Spirits and I was blown away by the menu selection, outdoor patio, and delicious drinks! Seasonal curated dishes with Vegan & Gluten Free options - so many good options Food highlights of my favorites: Burrata: Baby spinach, shaved fennel, toasted almond, lemon + white balsamic vinaigrette, crostini Steak Frites: 8oz steak, chimichurri, OMG friesBest Cocktails in Bloomington - my favorite is... Apple of My Eye: Bramble Black Raspberry Vodka, La Boîte American Amaro, apple, rosemary, lemon, smoke bittersI can never convince my husband to come here because he claims "they don't have Bourbon" but yes, they do - only at the restaurant. Looks like I'll be planning us a date night soon! Great to visit year round but especially in the summer/fall on the outdoor patio which is kid/dog friendly. Pro Tip: 15% off Carry Out Bottles & Cans when you Dine In

My family and I found this place after our usual spot, Farm, was too busy! Cardinal was perfect, variety of dishes and delicious cocktails. The ambiance I felt was a blend of fancy and casual at the same time, provided by the new age industrial theme of the establishment and the semi-gloss concrete floors. The place is also dog friendly so that was a good thing to note!

Cute little spot in Bloomington, IN. Distillery, cocktails. Light spirits, I was in town for the eclipse and stopped by. Light fresh cocktails. Food was meh. Flatbread needs some work. Mostly bread, crispy, lacking toppings. Cute patio!

We only came for drinks, so I cannot speak on the food. We did have great service, and the vibe is relaxed and comfortable inside. Drinks were unique and delicious. Appreciated their 15% off any purchases; nice way to stock up on their regional spirits!

My partner and I decided to drive down to Bloomington for the day to explore another restaurant we have never tried. We decided to check out Cardinal Spirits - the ambience is nice - casual and nice. They serve cocktails - the alcohol is from their own distillery from what we were told. Their food menu is not necessarily expansive so we settled on the citrus salad and the charcuterie board. Salad was tasty and the charcuterie board was yummy - we were not disappointed and we left the place feeling satisfied. The staff was friendly and courteous- no complaints! This was a good experience. I think this is a good place to get together with friends - have drinks and have small bites to eat.

Intimate interior with twinkle lights & chill vibes. Servers & bartenders appear to be passionate and creative about their craft. I've met more than one who took a job here because they loved coming here and the quality of the product. That reminds me of Trader Joe's. I've been here alone, with friends and with my husband about four or five times. The food menu is limited, but the kitchen is small. Everything I've had so far, which is about everything, is well-made and delicious. *The everything deviled eggs are salty but delicious. The cheese and charcuterie board is probably the best choice to pair with the delicious cocktails. I highly recommend checking out the high proof laughs Comedy series in the spring. All of the proceeds go to good causes at local nonprofits. I also very much enjoyed the drink making classes. We have also recently invested (summer 2023) as Angel Investors! Whoo hoo! #staylocal #drinklocal