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Empire Coffee of Bloomington

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Accommodating gluten-free
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Accomodating
Bakery
Nestled inside a former Pizza Hut, this coffee shop offers a chill and laid-back vibe perfect for relaxing. The cozy, eclectic seating and friendly service create a welcoming atmosphere ideal for enjoying gluten-free and vegan pastries alongside expertly crafted coffee.
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Some risk of cross-contamination

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Suggested by the GF community
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Good to know

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They offer gluten-free pastries, but not certified gluten-free.

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Expect a wait if visiting after 9pm, as they may close early.

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Parking is available nearby, but check for restrictions.

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Alecia “Kitty” Rawlins
Phenomenal coffee shop, and staff! The coffee is hot, dark and smooth. I can only drink black coffee if it’s exceptionally high quality and brewed right and Empire ticked all the boxes. Besides the coffee, THE BAKED GOODS!🤤. They have a wide variety of regular and gluten free croissants, donuts, and scones. They make them all in house. We shared 6 different ones to get a good sampling and THEY ALL WERE DELICIOUS. Run. Don’t walk. When you need your next coffee fix. You can thank me later. The fine print: it’s a little hard to find, it’s on a frontage road and has signs up for their slot machines in the window. We weren’t sure at first if we were in the right place. But rest, assured, you’re in the right place.
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Lorrie Papach
I found this place from google maps and SOOO glad I did Lovely service, fun food and pastry selection, I grabbed some gluten and non gluten free items just because the reviews said delicious. I got a blended coffee mocha its delicious and doesnt taste like chemicals, ot tastes like coffee. Definately recommend you go try it out yourself!
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Rick Lambert
We came here because a review said the Gluten-free options were out of this world. They were not exaggerating. If your looking for gluten-free or even if your not this is the place. They have great coffee as well.
1406 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
2.4km

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