Restaurant guide for every type of eater

By Mia Hilkowitz mhilkowi@iu.edu

Whether you frequent the IU dining halls or cook your meals at home, a nice meal out can be a mood booster and an enjoyable treat. However, dietary restrictions or preferences can sometimes make the search for a restaurant seem daunting. If you are looking to narrow down your choices before your next night out, here is a list of suggestions.

Vegetarian option

e Owlery, located at 118 W. Sixth St., serves a range of vegetarian dishes on its lunch and dinner menus. e Owl-

Vegan option

ery opened in 2011 and moved to its current location on the square in 2012. According to e Owlery website, the establishment is Bloomington’s only fully vegan and vegetarian restaurant.

Have more of a sweet tooth but looking for some vegan options? Rainbow Bakery is Bloomington’s rst 100% vegan bakery, according to Visit Bloomington. All baked goods through Rainbow Bakery are dairy-free. Rainbow Bakery is open for walk in, pick-up and delivery from its location at 201 S. Rogers St. However, those interested can also nd Rainbow Bakery’s treats at Hopscotch Co ee & Kitchen, as well as Morgenstern’s Books.

Gluten- free

For those avoiding gluten in their diets, Samira Restaurant offers a variety of dishes to fit this requirement. Lo- cated at 100 W. Sixth St., the family-owned business serves authentic Afghanistan cuisine. Diners can find gluten-free appetizers, salads and entrees on Samira Restaurant’s menu.

Picky eaters

If you are more of a picky eater, you may enjoy Bub’s Burgers and Ice Cream. Bub’s Burgers and Ice Cream’s Bloomington location, 480 N.

Motion St., opened in 2010. Bub’s Burgers and Ice Cream serves traditional grilled cheeseburgers, fries, pies and milk shakes, on what their website describes as a “simple menu.”