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Real Name: Greg Kitzmiller
Lives In: Bloomington, US
Member Since: Jun 12, 2000
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Lennies and the Bloomington...
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  • Lennies and the Bloomington Brewing Company
    upscale and affordable restaurant connected to the first local brew pub

    Favorite Dish: Oven-Roasted Vegetables
    Fresh seasonal vegetables tossed with basil and olive oil, then oven-roasted and served with tarragon mayonnaise.

    Roasted Portobello Sandwich
    Marinated portobello mushrooms on foccacia with roasted red peppers, melted mozzarella cheese, tomato, spinach and herb malt dressing.

    Lennie’s Original
    Sliced roasted round of beef with bacon, mayo, lettuce, marinated red onions, sliced tomato and melted mozzarella cheese on house bread.

    Jerk Chicken Fettucine
    Spicy sweet seasoned chicken breast sliced and served over lemon pepper fettucine with a light curry sauce. Garnished with lime, sour cream and cilantro.

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    Theme: Other

    Address: 1795 E 10th St,
    Bloomington, IN
    Other Contact: phone 812.339.2256

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    Upland Brewery - The area's...
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  • Upland Brewery - The area's newest brewery offers beers brewed on site and a variety of unusual entrees.
    Upland Pale Ale
    Our American pale ale is a crisp, hoppy beer filled with fruity overtones and dash of sweet malt flavor. American hops lend this beer a citrus-like taste that is extremely refreshing.
    O.G. 1.052 F.G. 1.014 A/V~5.1% Made of pale and munich malts; Yakima Valley hops.




    Dragonfly India Pale Ale
    The Upland IPA is a maltier and hoppier version of our Pale Ale. Note the clean malty fullness on the front of the palate with fruity citrus overtones, attributable to our special hops. Our method of dry hopping creates a floral aroma, and our use of bittering hops lends a strong bitter taste in the back of the tongue and throat.



    Upland Amber Ale
    Our American Amber Ale has a malty almond/chocolate taste laced with a lush spicy hop flavor. Creamy body combined with robust maltiness makes this a satisfying beer indeed.

    O.G. 1.052 F.G. 1.016 A/V~5.0% Malts are pale, munich, 60L and 120L caramel malts. Hops are Yakima Valley American types.



    Upland Golden Ale
    Upland introduced this ale in the spring of 1999. A wonderfully original twist to a traditional blonde ale. It boasts a beautiful golden color, slightly sweet nose, and a very soft spiciness derived from using German hops.





    Bad Elmer's Porter

    Creamy chocolate flavors combine with a lightly roasted finish and superb body to balance this traditional brown porter. A fragrant malt/hop aroma and herbaceous hop flavor complete this highly drinkable ale.




    Belgian Wheat Ale
    A classic rendering of Belgian wit, this ale is light on the tongue and easy going. Our Wheat Ale is made with 50% wheat malt and spiced with coriander and curacao orange peel.

    O.G. 1.046 F.G. 1.010 A/V~4.9% Malts are 2-Row and White Wheat. Hops are from Hallertauer lineage with 5 herbs/spices including heather.

    Favorite Dish: Specializing in buffalo steaks and burgers, locally raised and barley malt fed

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    Theme: Other

    Address: 350 West 11th Street, Bloomington.
    Other Contact: (812) 336-2337.
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    there are many LOCAL restaurants here...: A good town for eating
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  • Restaurant Name: there are many LOCAL restaurants here...

    You'll find MANY restaurants in Bloomington. The one at left is Nick's, SEE BELOW. But you'll find many international cuisines + some of the best burgers around at either Nick's or Opie Taylors.

    Nick's is one of my favorites as I like their style of pizza with cold (American) beer! It reminds me of a German kneipe for those who've had that experience.

    But that is the beauty of Bloomington there are many local restaurants.

    Favorite Dish: Here's a guide to local Bloomington Restaurant Menus ---> http://www.bloomingtonwebguide.com/food.htm#RESTAURANTS

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    Theme: Local

    Directions: Nick's is between the University and the Town on Kirkwood Avenue at the corner of Kirkwood and Dunn. Any VT regulars who get to town just HAVE to meet me for a beer at Nick's! SO FAR ONE OF YOU DID
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    NICKS ENGLISH HUT ...A...
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  • NICKS ENGLISH HUT ...A Bloomington Institution for longer than I've been here!
    for one thing you'll often fine ME there

    Favorite Dish: Pizza favorite servers: Shaun & MaryBeth

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    Theme: Other

    Address: 423 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington IN
    Other Contact: from Nick's we
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    Irish Lion: Great food in a wonderful Irish Pub atmosphere
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  • Restaurant Name: Irish Lion

    Irish Lion
    Guiness, Murphey's, Harp Bass, DAB, Newcastle, and Many more by the pint or yard! all ina great atmosphere

    Favorite Dish: Fish and Chips -- truly wonderful

    And if you eat meat -- Mutton Pie comes in a bread bowl

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    Theme: Pub/Brewery
    Comparison: less expensive than average
    Prices: less than US$10  » Currency Converter
    Phone: (812) 336-9076
    Address: 212 W, Fifth St
    Directions: (Kirkwood)
    1/2 Block West of the Courthouse Square
    Downtown- Bloomington, Indiana U.S.A.
    Website: http://www.irishlion.com/
    Other Contact: Voted Bloomington's Best
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    Crazy Horse: try the beer or some fish
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  • Restaurant Name: Crazy Horse

    This place has a great feel -- the building is really old but the setting is great. Super wine selection and the wine is HALF PRICE on Sunday and Wednesday.
    Ask for Kelly and tell her Greg from IU sent you. Kelly, Sarah, and Julie are all very nice

    Favorite Dish: Grouper

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    Theme: Local
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: less than US$10  » Currency Converter
    Phone: 812.336.8877
    Address: 214 W Kirkwood Ave
    Directions: West Fifth Street one block west of "the Square" (5th Street is also called Kirkwood)
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    Theater Cafe: FAIR TRADE COFFEE
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  • Restaurant Name: Theater Cafe

    If you want GOOD coffee, at a reasonable price, and to know that you are at least getting some of the price of your cup to the coffee farmers then get your coffee in Bloomington HERE.

    Favorite Dish: I love the coffee and the idea.

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    Theme: Other

    Address: 1/2 block EAST of the Town Square on Kirkwood
    Directions: IN the Indiana Theater Building - look for the big red theater sign
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    Malibu Grill: romantic and fairly priced
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  • Restaurant Name: Malibu Grill

    Casual "California Style" - a chain that feels local. Good food, good prices, nice place

    Favorite Dish: I love their wood-oven fired pizza and their pasta is great, too

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    Theme: American
    Comparison: about average
    Prices: US$11-20  » Currency Converter
    Phone: 812-332-4334
    Address: 106 N. Walnut Street
    Directions: Downtown-- EAST side of the Courthouse (see map)
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    Scholar's Inn: truly Gourmet
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  • Restaurant Name: Scholar's Inn

    A restored 150-year-old historic mansion is a great setting for lunch, dinner, or Sunday Brunch.

    Frankly, I don't normally pay this much and it can be a bit noisy but it is THE place to entertain in Bloomington

    If you are from Chicago, New York, or Metropolis you will not think the prices expensive -- but for Bloomington I find the food good but not great, the atmosphere noise, and the prices too high. Good wines, though.

    Favorite Dish: Seafood Risotto -- Crab, scallops, fresh water prawns, peas, roma tomatoes & Parmigiano-Reggiano crema

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    Theme: Eclectic/International
    Comparison: more expensive than average
    Prices: US$31-40  » Currency Converter
    Phone: 812-332-1892 / 800-765-3466
    Address: 717 N. College Ave
    Directions: On College (one-way Southbound) just NORTH of 11th Street
    Website: http://www.scholarsinn.com/cafebloomington/about.s
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    Mother Bear's Pizza: one of you wanted to be sure it is still here....
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  • Restaurant Name: Mother Bear's Pizza

    MANY years ago People magazine chose Mother Bear's Pizza in Bloomington as one of America's top pizza parlors -- and they are not about to let anyone forget it :-)

    The pizza is pretty good and this reminds you of a genuine college hang-out.

    Favorite Dish: Pizza, OF COURSE

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    Theme: Pizza
    Comparison: less expensive than average

    Phone: 812-332-4495
    Address: 1428 East Third
    Directions: Near Third and Jordan
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    Comments for gkitzmil about Bloomington
    icunme Tue Sep 8, 2009 21:51 UTC
     A small town with great restaurants - art festival and splendid fall -- perfect! Grazie for a lovely tour.
    BruceDunning Thu Aug 6, 2009 00:28 UTC
     I had business here some years ago-but you brought to forefront the sites I was not aware of. It is a good wholesome city and your pics and comments are great.
    riorich55 Fri May 15, 2009 19:08 UTC
     Greg, Saw you and I were on an Orlando post today. I'll have to start writing my Bloomington, Indiana VT pages soon as I had 2 sons there from 1998 until last year. Oldest son coached this years winning Little 500 women's team.
    Yaqui Sun Mar 29, 2009 05:26 UTC
     Those are some excellent tips Greg. Thanks for stopping by!
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