The Tap – American
This lively social hub hums with the spirited energy of a modern gastropub, where the comforting aroma of golden-fried Wisconsin cheese curds and warm pretzels fills the air. Brunch becomes an indulgent celebration as velvety beer cheese cascades over savory crab cake benedicts and towers of crimson-hued French toast offer a sweet, decadent escape. Whether sharing a plate of crispy fried green beans or diving into a hearty bowl of chicken and waffles, guests find a welcoming retreat that masterfully blends elevated comfort food with a vibrant, communal atmosphere.
101 North College Avenue, Bloomington IN 47404 https://thetapbeerbar.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Tap
Dairy-Free at The Tap
The Tap in Bloomington has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tap Fries, Fruit Cup and Tap Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Tap
The Tap in Bloomington has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fruit Cup, Tap Tots and Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Tap
The Tap in Bloomington has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Peppermint Skillet, Tap Fries and Fruit Cup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Tap
The Tap in Bloomington has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tap Tots, Soup of the Day and Brussels Sprouts. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Tap
The Tap in Bloomington has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fruit Cup, Tap Tots and Tapadilla. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Tap
The Tap in Bloomington has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tap Tots and Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Tap
The Tap in Bloomington has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tap Fries, Fruit Cup and Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Tap
The Tap in Bloomington has 17 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Peppermint Skillet, Tap Fries and Fruit Cup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Tap
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Ahi Tuna Salad | 77.1 g | 82.1 g |
| Brunch Bowl | 96.5 g | 51.3 g |
| Ahi Tuna Crunch Bowl | 20.6 g | 47 g |
| Teriyaki Salmon | 77.8 g | 46.1 g |
| Beer Cheese Nachos | 108.5 g | 43 g |
| Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad | 42.1 g | 42.9 g |
| CBR Dip | 37.5 g | 42.5 g |
| Tapadilla | 17.9 g | 39.5 g |
| Spicy Bacon Jammer (Burger of the Month) | 7.8 g | 37.3 g |
| Korean Steak Bowl | 31.5 g | 36 g |
| Sesame Salmon Salad | 55.3 g | 33.3 g |
| Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad | 56.2 g | 31 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Wednesday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM, Fr, Sa 11:00 - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the impressive variety of the beer menu and frequently praise the great service provided by the attentive staff. Guests highlight the diverse selection of brews as a standout feature, noting that the quality of the drink offerings makes it a notable destination for those seeking a wide range of flavors.
Menu
Brunch
- Beer Cheese Crab Cake Eggs Benedict - $14: English muffin, over easy egg, crab cake, beer cheese, hollandaise, topped with green onions served with our house Tap Tots. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Beer Cheese Canadian Bacon Eggs Benedict - $11: English muffin, over easy egg, Canadian bacon, beer cheese, hollandaise, topped with green onions served with our house Tap Tots. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Crimson & Cream French Toast - $10: Cinnamon swirl bread, whipped raspberry cream cheese served with maple syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast & Egg - $8: Wheat berry bread, mashed avocado, sunny-side egg, feta cheese, roma tomato, spinach, sriracha drizzle served with a side of fruit parfait. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Brunch Bowl - $9: Tap tots, sausage gravy, scrambled eggs, corn, black beans, peppers, beer cheese and pico de gallo served with a toasted English muffin and whipped butter. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken & Waffles - $12: Fried chicken, Belgian waffles, served with maple syrup and a sweet Thai chili sauce. Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Appetizers
- Tap Fries - $10: Fries, signature Tap fry seasoning, parmesan garlic aioli, sun-dried tomato pesto crema, chipotle ranch, Tap beer cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese Curds - $11: Lightly breaded Wisconsin cheddar cheese curds, sriracha aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pretzel Sticks + Beer Cheese - $10: Salted warm pretzel sticks, Tap beer cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Green Beans - $9: Crispy fried green beans, chipotle ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Firecracker Shrimp - $13: Lightly breaded shrimp, creamy red pepper sauce, sriracha drizzle, Thai ranch Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dill Pickle Fries - $9: Lightly breaded fried dill pickles, ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tapadilla - $12: Grilled chicken, mixed cheese, pico de gallo, salsa, lettuce, sour cream Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- CBR Dip - $12: Chicken bacon ranch dip (chicken, bacon, ranch mix, cream cheese, cream, mixed cheeses, garlic) served with warm naan bread and pretzel points Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer Cheese Nachos - $12: Tortilla chips, beer cheese, pico de gallo, pickled jalapeños, black bean corn salsa, side of salsa and sour cream Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Soup
- Sesame Salmon Salad - $16: Marinated Atlantic salmon, mixed greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, edamame, wonton strips, toasted black sesame seeds, Asian sesame dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad - $14: Marinated grilled chicken, mixed greens, black beans, mixed cheese, corn, red onions, cherry tomatoes, tortilla chips, guacamole, cilantro, chipotle ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Salad - $10: Iceberg salad mix, Roma tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, mixed cheese, croutons, choice of dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad - $14: Blackened grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, croutons, shaved parmesan cheese, creamy Caesar dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Salad - $16: Seared blackened ahi tuna, teriyaki drizzle, cucumber, red onion, slaw, mixed cheese, wonton strips, black sesame seeds, cucumber wasabi dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day - $6: Ask your server for today's soup special Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Tap Mac Bowl - $12: House-made beer cheese and cavatappi pasta tossed with a cheese blend of cheddar and monterey jack Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Teriyaki Salmon - $18: Marinated Atlantic salmon, teriyaki sauce, choice of side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Medallions - $19: Three 2oz steak medallions, herb garlic butter, crispy onions, house-made steak sauce, Tap Fries, parmesan garlic aioli Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pub Fish & Tap Fries - $15: Beer battered cod, Tap fries, side of remoulade Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Steak Bowl - $16: Steak strips, Korean BBQ sauce, peppers, onions, mushrooms, pickled carrots & daikon, cilantro lime rice, cabbage, Korean BBQ sauce drizzle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fajita Bowl - $14: Grilled chicken, peppers, onions, cilantro lime rice, black bean corn salsa, cilantro, pico de gallo, cilantro lime crema drizzle Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Crunch Bowl - $17: Seared blackened ahi tuna, cilantro lime rice, avocado, slaw, cucumber, jalapeño, mango, wonton strips, black sesame seeds, cucumber wasabi dressing, teriyaki drizzle, green onion Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Spicy Bacon Jammer (Burger of the Month) - $14: Premium ground beef, jalapeño bacon jam, grilled onions, smoked gouda, lettuce, tomato Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer Cheese Burger - $13: Premium ground beef, house-made Tap beer cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac 'n Beer Cheese Burger - $15: Beer Cheese Burger topped with a grilled serving of our Tap Mac 'n Cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pub Burger - $11: Premium ground beef, American cheese, pub sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Haystack Burger - $14: Premium ground beef, gouda cheese, bacon, fried onion string haystack, guacamole, chipotle sauce, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Bean Burger - $13: Black bean burger, guacamole, sun-dried tomato aioli, cilantro-lime crema, lettuce, tomato, red onion, brioche bun, tortilla chips with house-made salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Artisan Pizza
- Margherita Pizza - $12: Traditional red sauce, Roma tomatoes, basil, mozzarella cheese, balsamic glaze drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Il Diavolo Pizza - $14: Traditional red sauce, pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, jalapeños, red onions, crushed red pepper flakes, smoky ghost pepper jack & mozzarella cheeses Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza - $14: Ranch base, grilled chicken, bacon, pizza cheeses, ranch drizzle Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- S’mores Brownie - $7: Warm house-made brownie, marshmallow fluff, graham cracker crumbs, chocolate syrup Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Chocolate Peppermint Skillet - $8: Triple chocolate cookie, peppermint ice cream, white chocolate drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Peanut Butter Pie - $7: Cream cheese peanut butter filling, whipped topping, graham cracker crust, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup crumbles Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Sides
- Tap Fries - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tap Tots - $3 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fruit Cup - $3 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Bloody Mary - $6
- Bacon Bloody Mary - $8
- Slider Bloody Mary - $10
- Peach Bellini - $7
- Mimosa - $6
- Mimosa Pitcher - $20 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about The Tap
- Is The Tap dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Tap has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tap Fries, Fruit Cup and Tap Tots.
- What can I eat at The Tap on a dairy-free diet?
- Tap Fries, Fruit Cup and Tap Tots carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Tap have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Tap Fries and Fruit Cup.
- Is The Tap gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Tap?
- Ahi Tuna Salad, at roughly 82.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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