The Orbit Room

4.8 ( 197 reviews )
Checking... See Hours
$10–20
107 N College Ave #001, Bloomington, IN 47404, United States
+1 812-369-4130

The Orbit Room, nestled in Bloomington, Indiana, captures the essence of a cozy speakeasy, making it a favorite amongst locals and visitors alike. Patrons rave about its intimate atmosphere, which evokes nostalgia reminiscent of the Gaslight Cafe in Greenwich Village. The space is perfect for enjoying local live music while savoring a unique menu that includes standout dishes like the highly praised chili mac and cheese.

Guests like Dennis Furr appreciate the vibrant arts scene, highlighting the venue as an ideal spot to catch original performances. Commentators such as Thorsteinn Sverrisson tout its excellent options for non-alcoholic beers, ensuring that there's something for everyone. Meanwhile, the quality of the drinks, including their extensive wine selection, has also won accolades, cementing its status as a top-notch dining experience.

Service is generally described as friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall visit. Although some reviews mention slower service during peak times, the dedication of the staff ensures that guests feel welcome and valued. With a stylish ambiance, fantastic food, and a curated selection of drinks, The Orbit Room offers a memorable experience that leaves patrons longing to return.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • No wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • From the business
    • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Has live music
  • Popular for
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Has braille menu
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Transgender safe space
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Has kids' menu

Reviews For The Orbit Room

Zachary Lovas
Jul 1,2025
Love the speakeasy vibes of this place. Reminds me of the gaslight cafe in greenwich village back in the 1960s. Super chill. Good wine selection too.
Thorsteinn Sverrisson
Jun 23,2025
Great little spot. I appreciate their good NA beer options. One of my favorite places in town.
Dennis Furr
May 27,2025
Great little spot to catch local original acts. Awesome vibe, unique menu and tasty handcrafted food (loved the chili mac and cheese).
Barry Frazier
Apr 15,2025
We flew in from Colorado for the Peter Stampfel show. It was small but inviting. I would call it intimate, as we felt as if we were all friends out together, and everyone was very friendly. The staff had excellent customer service skills that seemed natural and not expected. They were as friendly, accommodating on the phone as in person. We came for the show, and we left with a fantastic impression of the Orbit Room. Bless you all for a wonderful time!
Candice Mogard
Apr 9,2025
Jazz music was fantastic! Service a bit slow, but they were packed. Hot dogs were amazing! Great balance of flavors. Drink options were top-notch. All around, a great experience.
Jay Carroll
Apr 5,2025
Interesting bands, unique food, excellent service, creative interior design, and intelligent audience. The sound has always been well balanced and not too loud. Fair cover charge, too. It might be a little hard to find at first, because it's located below ground level, but worth the effort.
Jess Grif
Mar 27,2025
The location is tucked away in the lower level of a building on the square. It feels super cozy inside and the decor is cute. I love a well decorated bar bathroom. Staff has always been super friendly, including for a private event I attended for a friend's birthday. I've always enjoyed the drinks but especially have loved every single red wine I've had here. Hard to overstate how freaking good the food is too. The vegan options are *chefs kiss* Oh and there's plenty of non-alcoholic drink options too
Cassie
Mar 25,2025
Love this place and the atmosphere is really relaxing and colorful. Pinball and drinks is always a fun time. Hot dogs are soooo good too!! 10/10 please help support this local business!

Add a Review

Quality
Location
Price
Space
Service

Location

Appreciated by Others

El cunado Mexican Cuisine
(222 review)
El cunado Mexican Cuisine
  • 50 E Chicago St, Coldwater, MI 49036, United States
mexican restaurant
+1 517-924-8647
Satucket Pizzeria
(134 review)
Satucket Pizzeria
  • 650 Plymouth St, East Bridgewater, MA 02333, United States
pizza restaurant
+1 508-378-1402
KFC Weybridge Paddock Retail Park
(304 review)
KFC Weybridge Paddock Retail Park
  • The Paddocks, Retail Park, The Paddock, Sopwith Dr, Weybridge KT13 0XR, United Kingdom
Fast food restaurant
+44 20 3038 1856
Waffles & Co
(1357 review)
Waffles & Co
  • 1710 Pacific Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, United States
Breakfast restaurant
+1 757-491-0363
Persis Indian Grill
(479 review)
Persis Indian Grill
  • 5956 Wesley Grove Blvd suite-106, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544, United States
Indian restaurant
+1 813-388-2245
Birrieria PDX 82nd
(1079 review)
Birrieria PDX 82nd
  • 5420 SE 82nd Ave, Portland, OR 97266, United States
mexican restaurant
+1 971-533-2378
Blendz Boba Tea Lounge
(353 review)
Blendz Boba Tea Lounge
  • Next to AMC, 9390 W Hanna Ln B 101, Glendale, AZ 85305, United States
Cafe
+1 623-231-5393
Pasta House
(134 review)
Pasta House
  • C. 45 242, Leandro Valle, 97143 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico
Restaurant
+52 999 298 8443
Carlito's Mexican Restaurant
(708 review)
Carlito's Mexican Restaurant
  • 890 Amarillo St, Beaumont, TX 77701, United States
mexican restaurant
+1 409-839-8011
Restaurante Los Corales pescados y mariscos
(357 review)
Restaurante Los Corales pescados y mariscos
  • Rcda. del Bosque 1, Bosques del Valle, 55717 San Francisco Coacalco, Méx., Mexico
seafood restaurant
+52 55 2159 2876