Chow Bar

216 S Indiana Ave, Bloomington, IN 47408, USA

Address:	216 S Indiana Ave, Bloomington, IN 47408, USA
Phone:	+1 812-336-3888
Site:	chowbarbloomington.com
Rating:	3.9
Working:	11AM–9:30PM 11AM–9:30PM 11AM–9:30PM 11AM–9:30PM 11AM–9:30PM 11AM–9:30PM 11AM–9:30PM

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Kevin Tsoi

Solid Chinese restaurant. I grew up with both my parents being Chinese chefs, and the only place Ive had Chinese food better than their cooking is in Hong Kong, but this place holds me over until I can get home. Decent selection, a lot of Americanized Chinese food for those use to it, but also a lot of authentic Korean and Chinese dishes as well. Lunch buffet is pretty tasty, but order off the menu if youre really craving something or want to try something new. Portions are very generous. Well seasoned and flavorful, cant really complain about the food. Another plus is there are usually at least a few tables of people speaking Korean or Chinese every time Ive gone in, so thats a good sign. Decor is rather bland. Tables and floors are decently clean, but they have the while tile that shows even the smallest bit of dust or dirt. Service is prompt, but usually all business and not so much social chatter. They have bubble tea in a wide variety of flavors. Also called Boba in some places, its tapioca pearls in a tea. Unfortunately they use powder for most if not all their teas, but it seems to be of a better quality than other places in town that have bubble tea but with a grainy feel/taste to the tea.

A Private User

Great little chinese restaurant whose owner and Chef emphasize on the traditional flavors of central Taiwan. I recommend the Super Sunday Asian Buffet, boasting from refried pork, hollow vegetable, medicinal chicken soup, soy milk and chinese donut, pickled pig ears and tripas and more. One of the highlights of the restaurant are the taiwanese rice and noodle bowls. I strongly suggest the Taiwanese beef noodle soup. yummy!

Nyah Bell

The food is always great. Ill preface with the fact that Im a vegetarian, so I always try different tofu dishes when I come. You get a Lot of food, a lot. I always have to get a to go box and Im a big eater. Ive eaten from the American Chinese food menu and the authentic Chinese menu and I have yet to be disappointed.

Vanessa Cad

Ordered the Mongolian beef, which had way too many onions. Came with a side of steamed rice both for only $9.95 which is a reasonable price. My friend ordered lemon chicken, but they forgot to add in the sauce. Food was good, made very quick. Ordered as pick-up and was ready in less than 30mins.

Joe Polchow

Pricey but good. Their food is on par with any Chinese restaurant in a decent size city. A little overpriced, general tso + fried rice + pot stickers = $16, as a takeout order. Schedule permitting, try the lunch buffet, Id wager thats the best deal.

Joe Snickers

Great Chinese style Chinese food. When you see more Chinese customers at a Chinese restaurant, then you know its good. They also have the best bubble tea in Indiana. So much so, that I, and others stop by just to order bubble tea.

Zeeshan Ali Sayyed

I ordered a Shrimp Fried Rice and wasnt hoping for anything awesome because it was cheap. I was going to be happy even if the taste was around that of Fortune Cookies. But unfortunately, it wasnt. I didnt like it.

Jordan Brinkman

An amazing and authentic Chinese experience, for the perfect price. The portions are also HUGE. The food is always fresh and rice is always included. This place deserves an award.

Alyssa Grissom

The service was terrible! The lady who took my order acted annoyed by me asking her about what she liked on the menu and my Honey Tea tasted watered down and had way to much ice.

David Sowerby

Best Chinese in Bloomington. Be adventurous and try something not in the Chinese-American menu if you usually stay within your comfort zone.

Catherine Wood

I have never been here however today I drove out of my way to find it. I was disappointed that they were closed for remodeling .

Andrew Gilmore

Good food for a great price. Its hard not coming here instead of using Indianas meal points

Troy Maynard

Wonderful authentic food, friendly servers who like to help you choose.

Andrew Buffalino

Huge menu of authentic Chinese food and American favorites.

Jay Eisinger

Very good food! Excellent service. None better in Indiana.