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C3 Bar, Bloomington, IN

C3 Bar

4.7
4.7
1084 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
C3….Next door, next level. What does that mean? We’re your neighbors. We live next door and we want to invite you into our home to give you a “next level” customer experience while you enjoy our “next level” design in our sophisticated, comfortable, eclectic atmosphere. We want to impress your palate with our hand-crafted cocktails and innovative, farm to table cuisine. We’ll learn your name, become your good friends and give you some of the best hospitality and service you’ve ever experienced. Let’s meet at C3.

Please note:
All reservations are subject to a 2 hour time limit.
We do not reserve tables on our patio.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (812) 287-8027
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Smith
  • Catering
    Full catering, both on premise and off.
  • Private party facilities
    Let us help you custom plan your special event. With accommodations for parties from 4-40 guests, C3 is the spot to hold your special function. Event planner Allison Smith has over 15 years experience and specializes in custom tailoring events to suit your specific needs.
  • Area
    Bloomington
  • Cross Street
    Hillside or Sare
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Entertainment
    Live jazz on alternating Thursdays and Saturdays. Check website for schedule.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,084 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Indiana

    Innovative

  • Indiana

    Contemporary American

  • Bloomington

    Best Overall

  • Bloomington

    Best Food

  • Bloomington

    Best Service

  • Bloomington

    Best Ambience

  • Bloomington

    Best Value

  • Bloomington

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Bloomington

    Good for special occasions

  • Bloomington

    Lively

  • Bloomington

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
C3 Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food" and "exceptional service." The menu features expertly crafted dishes and cocktails that are "the best in town." The ambiance is inviting, perfect for celebrations or casual dinners. Although some find the noise level high, the overall experience is consistently praised as "a gem in Bloomington."

1,084 Reviews
  1. Dave

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent, as usual, and the service was prompt and courteous! My favorite place to go on a Friday evening.

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  2. Nan

    VIP

    Indiana

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great atmosphere, delicious food .& drinks. We appreciated the request of a private table. Perfect for our Valentines Day celebration! ❤️

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  3. Dave

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was very good as it always is. Good and drinks were good.

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  4. maddie

    VIP

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing I had the mahi mahi fish special and it was outstanding! And my mom had the burger and she loved it too! The drinks were great! This place is my favorite hidden spot in b-town!

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  5. Diana

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very loud but food & service very good. Everyone seemed to be having good time.

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  6. Landen

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was good and the cocktails were great! Would go again.

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  7. Michael

    Indiana

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    As usual, the food was excellent particularly the mushroom soup. Delicious. The service was a little slow and inattentive, but in general again, it was a very good experience. Best restaurant in Bloomington by far. 

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  8. Fadi

    VIP

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food The specials were excellent. Excellent service

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  9. Mary

    Indiana

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time to eat at the C3 Bar and the experience was great!! Everything we had was delicious and filling. Desserts were especially delish!! Service was great!!

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  10. Donna

    Indiana

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had a wonderful dinner with a friend. The food and presentation was perfect!

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FAQs

C3 Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (812) 287-8027.

C3 Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 1084 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for C3 Bar

1505 S Piazza Dr, Bloomington, IN 47401

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hillside or Sare
  • Area
    Bloomington
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Smith
  • Entertainment
    Live jazz on alternating Thursdays and Saturdays. Check website for schedule.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (812) 287-8027
  • Catering
    Full catering, both on premise and off.
  • Private party facilities
    Let us help you custom plan your special event. With accommodations for parties from 4-40 guests, C3 is the spot to hold your special function. Event planner Allison Smith has over 15 years experience and specializes in custom tailoring events to suit your specific needs.
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