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The Pass Pub & Grill
If you find yourself in Bloomington, Illinois, make sure to carve out some time for a visit to The Pass Pub & Grill. Located at 2303 E Washington St Suite #600H, this lively neighborhood spot has quickly become a favorite for both locals and travelers. With its welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and a menu that satisfies a range of cravings, The Pass is undeniably a standout in the gastronomic landscape.
One customer, Johnny Roberts, remarked on his experience while visiting with his wife. They noticed a unique earthy taste in their water, which turns out was a city-wide occurrence due to naturally occurring compounds. This minor issue aside, he praised the attentive service and solid food. It’s a testament to the establishment that even something as common as water doesn’t overshadow the overall dining experience.
The food here is where The Pass really shines. Another diner, Kristin Moore, cheekily admitted that her party "ordered nearly everything on the menu" and found each dish to be delicious. She specifically highlighted the Pass Out Cob, a menu staple celebrated for its perfect blend of ingredients. It’s clear that The Pass has mastered the art of flavor fusion, making it a go-to spot for those in search of a delightful meal paired with a cold beverage.
But it’s not just the food that brings patrons through the door—it's the vibrant atmosphere and exceptional service. Connor Markley praised his experience with Stephanie, who provided outstanding assistance, while Kajira Scott echoed these sentiments, noting that the staff went above and beyond to accommodate her needs. The combination of great service and delectable food creates a genuinely enjoyable experience designed to keep guests returning.
Finally, Blake spoke to the impressive wings and reasonable prices that add to The Pass’s allure. Whether you're stopping by for a late-night bite or a long afternoon of laughs and delicious food, this pub offers something for everyone. The Pass Pub & Grill isn’t just a restaurant; it’s an experience, promising great company, delightful dishes, and a warm environment that makes every visit memorable.
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“ Passing through Bloomington with my wife, we ordered waters and immediately noticed a funky, earthy taste. At first, we assumed the soda guns weren’t cleaned, but after looking into it, we realized it’s a city-wide issue—naturally occurring compounds in the water cause this taste. The waitress was great, and the food was solid, but I’d strongly recommend putting up a sign for out-of-town customers. Otherwise, people unfamiliar with the area might assume it’s a cleanliness issue with the restaurant. If you’re not used to it, bottled water is the way to go ”
“ We ordered nearly everything on the menu... LOL. And it all was delicious. The Pass Out Cob is a staple in our lives. Perfect number and amount of ingredients! And we love to spend a few hours, sipping a cold one and enjoying this fun and lively neighborhood bar! and we LOVE your team- they are amazing! ”
“ Stephanie was amazing!! We will be back soon. That burger deal on Saturday is great. ”
“ Staff is absolutely amazing. I occasionally need some accomodations that can be taxing on wait staff and our waitress was absolutely fabulous some of the best service I've had in a long time. She was helpful, knowledge, friendly, and extremely patient. Food was incredibly delicious. This will become a routine location for us. ”
“ Drove past this place a few times and decided to try it late one night. Great wings, great staff, great service and great pricing. Very impressed. ”
“ Good food and friendly atmosphere. The buffalo shrimp salad was delicious. I hope they make it a regular menu item. ”
“ The Pass was great! The buffalo chicken salad surprised me with how good it was. The horseshoe was great and the meat was well seasoned. And everything is SO inexpensive!! Fast service! ”
“ The experience was the best. Everyone was wearing masks very safe environment. The service was tremendous they double and triple checked the whole order asked if we wanted silverware and condiments. The good was tremendous the burgers were juicy cooked right and they have the best fried mushrooms in bloomington normal hands down. Cannot wait to try out their patio which has two big screen tvs as well as about 5 more inside. I also have many other things on their menu we are looking forward to trying out. The best part of the food is the TLC you feel when you go to pickup the order. If you have not been here I highly recommend you trying it! One of the small hidden gems in this community and with only one year under their belt they make it look like twenty. Very good run establishment. Cannot wait to try the loaded fries and club sandwich. Located right between Jims steakhouse and jimmy johns in the small plaza. Great weekly specials check them out on their website and like them on Facebook as they post specials on there daily. ”