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Bub's Burgers & Ice Cream

Burger Joint and American Restaurant$$$$

Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington

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The burgers at Bub's Burgers & Ice Cream is a can't miss
"Yummy elk burgers and who can say no to sweet potato waffle fries?"(9 Tips)
"Go for "The Big Ugly" challenge and get your picture on the wall."(5 Tips)
"Elk burger and waffle fries are an awesome combo!!! :)"(8 Tips)
"The half pounder and sloppy waffles are amazing!"(3 Tips)

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Jared HerbertJanuary 7, 2015
Been here 10+ times
A great alternative to Scotty's Brewhouse, this burger joint is the company's first foray outside of their hometown of Carmel, IN where they have a similar restaurant in addition to a breakfast café).
Jim GarrettAugust 5, 2015
If you have a hearty appetite, this is the place. All Burger weights are AFTER cooking, so when you get a quarter pound "Not so Ugly", that's what it weighs when it gets to you. Try the Elk.
Erin GarciaMarch 29, 2016
Elk Burger medium rare, bucket o beer, peanut butter milk shakes, waffle fries, onion rings, chili!
Bethanne BabbsMay 26, 2015
The burgers are not only excellent but very customizable. The staff is well-informed and very good at explaining all of the menu options.
Ron MainesFebruary 12, 2016
The burgers are excellent. Milkshakes are great too, BUT be prepared to wait too long to receive it. They said they were busy, but I can't think of an excuse to wait 15-minutes for a mikshake. :(
Lauren KellyMarch 29, 2015
I love getting waffle fries with a side of chili or soup to dip them in! Grilled/blackened chicken fingers are also amazing!
Chris ROctober 24, 2014
Yummy elk burgers and who can say no to sweet potato waffle fries? (With or without marshmallow sauce)
Ethan CrippsJune 16, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Amazing burgers! Amazing staff. Love the atmosphere. Elk burger is incredible.
Dan PApril 8, 2014
The elk burger is awesome. Get a shake you won't regret it!
CyndiMarch 23, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Elk burger is awesome & so r the sweet potato waffle fries with marshmallow dip!
Christopher GossOctober 11, 2011
Vegheads need not despair in this carnivorous den. They have a great portobello cap sandwich. The menu says mushroom burger, but there's no dead cow on this one.
Chris RobbAugust 25, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Go for "The Big Ugly" challenge and get your picture on the wall. Two in one sitting gets you a larger pic. Four will get you a life-size cutout.
StuartJuly 3, 2015
The half pounder and sloppy waffles are amazing!
Pat ShineFebruary 13, 2013
Great burgers, best I've had in a long time!
Natalie TritleMarch 16, 2012
Try the sweet potato waffle fries with lots of pepper and the marshmallow sauce!!! Yum!
kaveh mehrabaniJanuary 4, 2017
Try the Elk burgers! Delicious!
Atalie KlumppMay 15, 2014
The chili is sooooo good and the burgers are fabulous.
Ryan MengesSeptember 23, 2012
The sweet potato fries come with amazing marshmallow sauce!
Ben S.April 2, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Mena is the bomb, she also hits bombs on the softball diamond.....
Tomas GreggApril 28, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The Elk burger is a must try :) - the sloppy fries are good too
Tomas GreggApril 14, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Elk burger and waffle fries are an awesome combo!!! :)
Carla JDecember 14, 2010
You can find the absolute freshest meat for burgers at Bub's...which helps them create DELICIOUS burgers!!
Dave HamelinkJanuary 23, 2015
Don't get too many toppings if you try the Big Ugly
Brad KleinFebruary 4, 2011
If you do the Big Ugly, prepare for a food coma afterwards! So good but SO MUCH MEAT!
Justin PosthumaOctober 2, 2012
Get the shake! Fuck yes! Servers suck though. Food was decent. THE SHAKE!!!
Lindsay OgleFebruary 17, 2013
Try the chili!!! Delicious.
Maxwell TrueloveJuly 25, 2011
Great for dates! Split a big ugly and a malt.
ArslanJanuary 12, 2016
Not so ugly is big enough, and tastes amazing. Relatively expensive place though.
Kevin NooneApril 30, 2011
Try the sloppy waffle fries. Theyreeeeeeeee great!
Mikey DJuly 23, 2011
The Sloppy Waffles are an excellent choice.
ᴡ AndersonAugust 31, 2010
Great burgers and the sweet potato fries are awesome.
Maeghan O'MaraSeptember 6, 2010
For anyone not from Btown and you are trying to locate Bub's it's actually more like at 9th and Morton rather than 8th which is City Hall.
Chris RobbAugust 25, 2010
Been here 10+ times
The ice cream shop is separate from the restaurant, so no need to eat there if all you want is something cold.
Jake R.August 31, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Ask for Jenny as a waitress. Extremely nice and quick service!
Chris RobbAugust 25, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Play some of the trivia games they leave on the tables while you wait for your food.
Mitchell WagnerApril 13, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Sweet Potato Waffle Fries! On nom!
James KobowAugust 17, 2011
Try the elk burger...excellent.
Mike MannJune 16, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Elk burger is AMAZING!
Jessica HancockJanuary 25, 2011
The big ugly looks great everyone should try
Jimmie CoffeyMarch 26, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Not So Ugly Elk with Bacon is the Best!!! However the sweet tea wasn't SO sweet.
Trevor HollandApril 26, 2014
Seating for 5+ is hell. We waited FOREVER
Allie DoddsOctober 8, 2011
A+ this place is the bomb
michelle kirbyAugust 23, 2010
Great Food
Tim McCoolNovember 20, 2011
Not so ugly burger still pretty ugly

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