Green Gables

Reviews

• Haley B.

  star star star star star 9 September 2026

  Green Gables isn't just great because it's convenient to people in the vicinity of Lake Bloomington. Green Gables is great, PERIOD.
  
  It's a trifecta of bar, grocery store, and restaurant, and it does all three well. Sure, the grocery store part is a little janky, but the next closest one is at least 30 minutes away, so it gets the job done. If I hadn't gone in as an adult advisor to a gaggle of youth group girls, I would have happily stayed at the bar for hours. And that pub food. My god.
  
  Three-ish dollars gets you a burger that is AWESOME.  One of the best burgers I've had in recent memory. For a couple of dollars more I also got an order of spicy cheese balls. They were were good too, but it's the burger that I can't get out of my head.
  
  According to friends who live in the area service, at Green Gables can get pretty spotty, but our waitress was very efficient. The only snag we ran into was that they only accept cash, but the in-house ATM was on hand to immediately remedy this problem.
  
  I'm in love with Green Gables! Sad that our relationship has to be long distance, but I think we'll be able to make it work. You should definitely get there ASAP!

• Lawrence C.

  star star star star star_border 8 September 2026

  Some friends who grew up in Bloomington-Normal recommended Green Gables. It is a one of those must visit local spots. The restaurant is small and the sitting is limited. Honestly, I would come here more often if I did not feel I might not get seating.
  
  My last visit was around Mother's Day. My mom came down to visit the Friday before the holiday. Unfortunately, it was the same night as ISU's graduation. I knew that any restaurants in town were going to be packed. That's why I remembered Green Gables. The parking lot was packed but it felt like there were cars than people. All the booths were full. My mom and I sat at the counter that faces the wall. I do not know the official name for it. It's the counter that you're staring at the wall if you look forward. We didn't really care as long as we got served.
  
  I ordered cheese balls as an appetizer. They were some of the best cheese balls I have ever had. The cheese was so creamy and the breading was crispy. I decided to order a double cheeseburger. Oh man, it was soooo good. I really want one now. My mom ordered the butterfly pork chop. She absolutely loved it. My mom is small woman. It was comical seeing her pick up the sandwich. It is huge! All the meals come with crinkle cut fries. The fries are nothing to celebrate. Standard fries but I don't mind.
  
  The server was attentive and friendly. I was little worried when we first sat down because it took her awhile to come over. Once she got going, things were great. The guy running the register was friendly too. He made conversation with us. My mom was really impressed with the food and the service. She was really pleased I took her here.

• Elwood P. D.

  star star star star_border star_border 30 August 2026

  On a little side trip from our Chicago-Santa Monica Routee 66 journey we happened upon Green Gables just before the lunch rush. It was okay.
  Nothing that we would go our of our way for.
  
  The smash burgers were done well and tasty but nothing extraordinary. The side of deep fried cauliflower was forgettable.
  
  It is a quaint place that knows what the year around clientele expects.
  
  If we were in the area we would stop again.

• Caden W.

  star star star star star_border 28 August 2026

  Amazing food!!! Service slow and inconsistent but overall a good establishment! Unbelievably good food!!

• Clint B.

  star star star star star_border 28 August 2026

  Great burgers, cheese balls, fries and beer at a great price. This no-frills cash-only bar is a classic, and now I see why. Hardly anything on the menu over $5, quick service, and tasty food. Everyone needs to experience Green Gables