Happy International Women's Day! Here's to all the women that inspire, create, and lead fearlessly. To celebrate and honor those women, support their businesses. Check out our list of just some of the female-owned restaurants, sweet shops, and retail.
Restaurants
Bloomington Bagel Company
Bloomington Bagel Company, known for their delicious and filling bagel sandwiches, is a staple for Indiana University students. With locations on Dunn Street, Morton Street, and College Mall Road, their bagel sandwiches are accessible for everyone.
The Caffeinated Cook
Located in Ellettsville, The Caffeinated Cook offers Brown County Coffee, baked goods, sandwiches, soups, and salads in a cozy cafe.
The Inkwell
With scratch-made baked goods, delicious breakfast and lunch, and perfectly-made coffee and tea, how could you not love The Inkwell?
Needmore Coffee Roasters
Needmore's main priority is being environmentally and ethically sound. This coffee shop is dedicated to organic and fair trade coffee. So head to this inviting spot and enjoy a cup o' joe out of their fun, bright orange mugs (perfect for the 'Gram).
The Hawaiian Hoosier
Go to The Hawaiian Hoosier to feel the spirit of aloha right here in Bloomington! Try their unique snacks like pineapple gummies with island zest or furu critter crunch.
Sweet Shops
Ale’s Ice Cream Shop
Ale's Ice Cream Shop is an locally-owned authentic Mexican ice cream shop. In addition to their amazing ice cream, they have savory nachos, crepes, and more.
Bloomington Chocolate Company
An all-scratch dessert cafe and chocolate boutique, Bloomington Chocolate Company serves handmade artisan truffles, chocolate bars, chocolate dipped O's, and more.
Cup & Kettle Tea Co.
A variety of over 50 organic teas blended, served, and sold in a downtown tea shop called Cup & Kettle Tea Co. Enjoy in-house or at home. Teaware, pastries, and sandwiches also available.
Jiffy Treet Ellettsville
Indulge in the Jiffy Treet in Ellettsville for some delicious ice cream, frozen dessert specialities, sandwiches, and snacks.
The Olive Leaf
The Olive Leaf is a tasting gallery featuring fresh extra virgin olive oils, balsamic vinegars, wine vinegars, and gourmet specialty oils from all over the world.
Two Sticks Bakery
Two Sticks Bakery is a small, from scratch bakery that uses only all-natural and locally sourced ingredients when possible.
Retail
ALIBI
Shop trendy women's clothing, including basics, classic pieces, and edgy styles that make you look & feel good at ALIBI. They also offers custom tailoring and private shopping.
Argentum Jewelry
Argentum Jewelry offers a selection of fine contemporary jewelry by American & European designers, as well as repair & cleaning services.
Bloomington Fine Art Supply
You can count on Bloomington Fine Art Supply to bring you the tools and supplies you need to do your most meaningful creative work.
Bonne Fête
Bonne Fête specializes in fun gifts and odds & ends, such as puzzles, books, stationary, pet stuff, arts & crafts kits, and more.
Book Corner
Book Corner is a family-owned, independent bookstore that carries current bestsellers, notable classics, puzzles, children's books, plush toys, specialty greeting cards, and unique gifts.
The Cat’s Closet
The Cat's Closet has a unique collection of sustainable vintage fashion and a selection of adoptable cats.
Clash Art Gallery
Check out Clash Art Gallery where you can see art showcased from artists around the globe.
Cup & Kettle Tea Co.
A variety of over 50 organic teas blended, served, and sold in a downtown tea shop called Cup & Kettle Tea Co. Enjoy in-house or at home. Teaware, pastries, and sandwiches also available.
EllieMae’s Boutique
EllieMae's Boutique carries affordable luxury bags, candles, jewelry, clothing, and home decor from name brands.
Gather :handmade shoppe & co.:
Gather :handmade shoppe & co.: showcases emerging and independent handmade goods from over 250 artists, crafters, and makers from the Midwest and beyond. Offerings include jewelry, kids' toys, clothing, art prints, stickers, plants, stones & geodes, pottery, and much more.
Lola + Company
Leaning into the rustic-yet-modern, upscale farmhouse style, Lola + Company offers both vintage and new furnishings, gifts, and accents for the home. While their primary focus is on home goods, the store also offers a small selection of clothing and jewelry.
Mainstream Boutique
This multi-generational women's boutique, Mainstream Boutique, offers unique & stylish clothing and accessories, spanning loungewear, casual apparel, and business attire for women of all ages.
Mairzy Doats
Mairzy Doats is a whimsical local toy and secondhand bookstore for kids of all ages!
Mirth Market
Mirth Market is a women's boutique that offers a curated collection of contemporary, casual, and business apparel, accessories, and footwear from American & European design houses.
My Sister’s Closet
My Sister’s Closet is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that promotes financial self-sufficiency by providing support services, essential career development tools for success, and professional attire.
My Sports Locker
My Sports Locker creates custom apparel for you everyday needs. Specializing in schools, corporate, small business, teams and events.
O’Child Children’s Boutique
O’Child Children’s Boutique is Bloomington's sole store dedicated to babies and young children. Browse unique, high-quality clothing, shoes, toys, and gifts for expecting parents, infants, toddlers, and elementary-aged kids.
Pictura Gallery
Established in 2008, Pictura Gallery is an institution that celebrates photography in its many iterations. They present work that represents the state of the medium today, and they are dedicated to showing the art form as it evolves.
Tailored Thrifts
Tailored to your style, Tailored Thrifts brings you luxury goods, quality products, and trendy secondhand items. We provide a mix of vintage and modern secondhand clothing and accessories.
University of Sewing
University of Sewing carries fabrics, patterns, and notions, plus sewing machines and classes.
Vintage Souls Antiques & Uniques Market
Vintage Souls Antiques & Uniques Market has many vendors with new items, re-purposed items, antiques, candles, vintage items and all kinds of other goodies. A charming mix of old and new.