November 8, 2025
Bloomington, IL
Mia & Paul
Things To Do
Epiphany Farms Restaurant
220 East Front Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
We went on our first date here! You can sit and order at both Epiphany Farms (more formal) & Anju Above (more casual). Paul loves the pork steam buns.
Keg Grove Brewing Company
712 East Empire Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Another date spot for us! Right next to the Constitution Trail if you want to grab a beer and then go for a walk! We recommend heading north towards Uptown Normal if you walk the trail.
DESTIHL Brewery and Beer Hall
1200 Greenbriar Drive, Normal, IL 61761
This is one of our favorite breweries in town with great food and a wide beer selection
Coffee Hound Roasters and Cafes
407 North Main Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Best coffee in town - though can't compare to The Mill in Nebraska; multiple locations in town as well
Pop-Up Chicken Shop
409 North Hershey Road, Bloomington, IL 61704
Best chicken in town
The Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception
607 Northeast Madison Avenue, Peoria, IL 61603
Venerable Servant of God Archbishop Fulton Sheen's tomb is located in Peoria for those who want to visit. Sunday Mass is at 10:30am for those who may be traveling
Children's Discovery Museum
101 East Beaufort Street, Normal, IL 61761
A fun indoor option for the kids!
For all the days along the way