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Looking for light and tasty dishes with a quick turn-around time? Or perhaps a power lunch to close the deal? Here, you’ll find the right setting for either! An assortment of decors from casual and sporty to sophisticated and businesslike. You may also find the option of ordering take-out food.

 

Blue Dog Inn

Address: 111 S Sangamon St, Lincoln, IL 62656

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The 20-minute drive is well worth your while for a visit to the Blue Dog Inn in Lincoln. Highly acclaimed for its great food and fun atmosphere, the Blue Dog even sells a selection of clothing, such as sweatshirts and T-shirts, on which its name is emblazoned. Thriving since 1979, the restaurant features burgers...

Elroy's

Address: 102 W Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701

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You easily will find Elroy's in its huge downtown corner location, flanked with green awnings. Large booths are scattered thoughout, surrounding a circular bar with stools. The pub serves a quick and tasty lunch to a packed house most days, featuring pork tenderloin, grilled pork chop, omelets, pizza and other choices.

Garden of Paradise Restaurant

Address: 1412 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL 61701

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Garden of Paradise has the look and feel of a real diner. Counter seating is available if you are in a hurry. Try one of their Greek, seafood, or steak and rib specialties. Daily specials include meat and three vegetables at $4.95. The menu is so large and varied, you might need extra time to decide on an entree!

Illinois Brewing Company

Address: 102 N Center, #111, Bloomington, IL 60701

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This Bloomington mainstay specializes in ales. Visit this downtown establishment for your choice of Blue Plate specials, which might include soup and sandwich, or roast beef and mashed potatoes. Wings, nachos, chili, salad, burgers and pizza are also on the menu.

Jim's Steakhouse

Address: 2307 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61704

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Huge crystal chandeliers light the way in this large, clubby restaurant. Diners are separated in rooms on different levels, each featuring a working fireplace and oil paintings. Start off with a generous salad topped with homemade blue cheese dressing, and work your way to a great slab of steak, grilled to perfection....

La Gondola Spaghetti House

Address: 509 S Main St, Bloomington, IL 61701

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Hungry? Do you like heaps of steaming pasta, such as spaghetti and meat sauce or cheese-filled tortellini? Then, La Gondola should be your destination. A favorite of many area college students because of the cheap prices and huge portions, the restaurant features hot sandwiches, such as a Hot Sicilian, topped with...

Lucca Grill

Address: 116 E Market, Bloomington, IL 61701

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Before entering Lucca Grill, you might describe it as an old corner pub. After a visit, you might be more inclined to call it a pub with "cozy atmosphere and great food." Locals have been steady here since 1907, not only for the great pizza and inexpensive beer, but also for the friendly crowd that hangs out at the...

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