Things To Do

Sugar Mama Bakery (Uptown Normal)

The BEST bakery in town and the sweetest staff.

Fort Jesse Cafe

Technically our first date. We came here for breakfast after I picked Zach up from the airport on our way into town. Our favorite local brunch spot! They are currently available for order and pick up.

Ancho & Agave

Yummy tacos and a very cute setting.

Emack & Bolio's Ice Cream

Our favorite local ice cream shop. Eat in store or on their back porch.

Anju Above

This is our favorite local dinner date night choice. All farm to table- sushi, hand rolls, steam buns, and more. Seating available outside!

The Rock Restaurant

Gyros, burgers, chicken tenders and THE BEST fries. Another local favorite. A few tables outside to take you food to go or the open grass area and benches in Uptown Circle.

Coffee Hound Uptown Normal

A local coffee shop- we even have two in town! (One in Downtown Bloomington, and one in Uptown Normal.

Monical's Pizza

Pizza, salad and breadsticks. The Monica's Sauce (French Dressing) is like no other.

Medici in Normal

Perfect local date night spot or for the whole family. A good variety of food! Seating available outside restaurant or rooftop. Also located in uptown circle

Children's Discovery Museum

Constitution Trail

Perfect for an outdoor walk. Most of it is shaded by beautiful trees and will take you into Uptown Normal where there are many local shops.

Upper Limits Climbing Gym

Maxwell Park

-Disc golf course -Nice park to walk around with trails

Uptown Circle

Perfect place to hang out in the lawn and enjoy Uptown Normal