Group Dining
Bloomington Hotel Culinary Programs
The culinary programs at Bloomington, Minnesota hotels offer an impressive blend of local flavors, innovative dining experiences, and exceptional service. Each of these hotels provide a unique approach to food and beverage, with talented chefs leading their kitchens to create memorable dining experiences for guests.
Uncommon Pairs
Several variables go into planning an event—location, theme, music, and itinerary are all aspects to consider, but the most important component that is sometimes overlooked is food. For one, everyone needs to eat! The more creative your options are, the more memorable your event will be.
More Than a Meeting
Beyond the business-first itinerary, Bloomington provides a range of engaging activities that foster meaningful connections between event attendees. Like the immersive dining experiences at FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar, these experiential add-ons facilitate the type of relationships that even the best presentations cannot.
Outdoor Meetings in Bloomington
Meeting planners: prevent loss of an engaged audience before it happens and plan for some events to be hosted outside to keep the event fresh! Whether it’s a happy hour, a group activity, or even small group collaborations, we have many spaces in Bloomington that can help your events stay engaging and safe.
It’s Game Time
If you’d like to watch the Minnesota Vikings, Timberwolves, Twins, or another of our professional sports teams from the comfort of a bar stool, read on for our suggestions for the best sports bars and restaurants in the metro to get your game face on.
Bloomington Taco Trail
Bloomington might already be well known for its hidden gems, ample parks, and Mall of America—but this foodie hub is a destination all its own. At the heart of Bloomington’s food landscape is a prominent taco trail, encompassing a large group of restaurants with offerings ranging from bona fide authentic to upscale modern.
Minnesota Traditional Cuisine
Planning a trip to the North Star State? When it comes to dining, know that Minnesota cuisine is more than just lutefisk and SPAM®. Our Native American and Scandinavian heritage influences some of the state’s favorite dishes, and up-and-coming chefs are shaking things up with new twists on Minnesotan classics.
Best Patios in Bloomington
As soon as the thermometer says 50 degrees, Minnesotans dig out their shorts and head out in search of the nearest patio. Our warm season lasts from April to October and we take full advantage of it with our collection of outdoor courtyards and rooftops.