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American restaurant in Bloomington, Illinois
What should I order at Schooners?
What to order
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Onion Rings
Mentioned multiple times as one of the restaurant's standout items; reviewers called them amazing, fabulous, the best they've ever had, and perfectly crisp without greasiness.
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Pork Tenderloin
Frequently praised for its huge size and great flavor, with several reviewers calling it amazing, very good, or even the best they've ever had.
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Wings
Repeatedly recommended for being meaty, cooked to perfection, crispy, and simply excellent; several reviews singled them out as a favorite.
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Fries
Often mentioned as a great side, described as perfectly crisp, amazing, and a strong complement to the main dishes.
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Chicken
Praised for its exceptional crispiness and flavor, with one reviewer calling it the crispiest chicken they've ever tasted and another saying it was the best chicken in Bloomington.
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Mozzarella Sticks
Recommended as the best in town, likely because they are hand-breaded and were described as especially good.
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Reuben
Called fantastic and an excellent sandwich, making it a clearly recommended choice among the sandwiches.
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BBQ Burger
Mentioned as excellent and flavorful, with another review praising the barbecued bacon burger for being cooked perfectly and tasting great.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
About Schooners
Laid-back bar offering burgers & comfort fare, plus a beer garden with picnic tables & live music.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Schooners known for?
Schooners is best known for its pork tenderloin and onion rings, with reviewers repeatedly calling the tenderloin huge and the onion rings crisp and well-breaded. The beer garden, live music, and sports-bar setup also come up often, making it a Bloomington spot for comfort food and a casual hangout.
What dishes are most recommended at Schooners?
The most recommended items are the onion rings, pork tenderloin, burgers, wings, and corn fritters. Reviewers also mention the mozzarella sticks, Reuben, chicken planks, and fries, with several saying the fries are crisp and the hand-breaded items are especially good.
What is the atmosphere like at Schooners?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and very lively, with sports on TV, live music, and a busy bar feel. Reviewers mention it can be loud, but it works well for groups, friends meeting up, and people who want a patio or beer-garden setting.
Is Schooners a good value?
Yes, many reviewers say the portions are large for the price, and the restaurant falls in the $10 to $20 range. Comments about the tenderloin being huge, the food being reasonably priced, and the drinks flowing support it as a solid value spot for comfort food in Bloomington.
When is the best time to visit Schooners?
If you want a calmer meal, earlier lunch or an off-peak dinner is likely better, since reviews mention it can get busy and noisy on live-show or game nights. The patio and beer garden are popular, and several guests note the service stays fast even when the place is crowded.
Is parking available at Schooners?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Schooners kid-friendly?
Yes, Schooners is good for kids.
