French Fry Trail Passport

Expiration: 365 days after purchase

Crispy, golden, and impossible to resist—discover Bloomington's best French fries!

This free mobile pass guides you to the city's favorite spots for fries, from perfectly salted classics to hand-cut specialties and creative loaded creations. Whether they're crispy, curly, waffle-cut, or topped with something unforgettable, every stop serves up a delicious reason to keep exploring.

Check in at participating locations as you snack, compare, and crunch your way through Bloomington's fry scene. Every check-in earns you points that can be redeemed for a gift card to a local restaurant. Whether you're loyal to shoestring fries, crave thick-cut steak fries, or believe the dipping sauce is just as important as the potato, this pass turns every order into an adventure.

Start dipping, start earning, and discover why Bloomington is the perfect place to satisfy your fry cravings—one basket at a time.

DISCLAIMER
You can check in at only one participating location per day. Check-ins will be verified for validity when you claim any prize. Visit Bloomington reserves the right to withhold claimed prizes in cases of suspected fraud.


Included Venues

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55 Southern Stone

55 Southern Stone's Sweet Potato Waffle Fries offer the perfect combination of crispy texture and sweet, savory flavor. These golden waffle-cut fries, served with a honey bourbon glaze, are a must-try for anyone looking to explore beyond the classic fry.

Big Woods Bloomington

Elevate your fry experience with Big Woods' Truffle Parmesan Fries. Tossed with savory Parmesan, fragrant truffle oil, and fresh herbs, these crispy fries deliver a rich, indulgent flavor that's worthy of every bite. Don't forget about the accompanying garlic aioli!

Bub's Burgers & Ice Cream

Take your fry game to the next level with Bub's signature sweet potato waffle fries. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and served with a sweet marshmallow dipping sauce, this unique combination delivers the perfect balance of sweet and savory in every bite.

BuffaLouie's

Come hungry for BuffaLouie's loaded fries, piled high with bold flavors and hearty toppings that turn a classic side into a meal of its own. Every bite is loaded with the deliciousness that has made BuffaLouie's a Bloomington favorite.

C3 Bar

Simple, elegant, and full of flavor, C3's crispy Frites are served with house-made caramelized onion mayo for the perfect finishing touch. Whether paired with a meal or enjoyed on their own, these Belgian-inspired fries prove that sometimes less is more.

Cardinal Spirits

Cardinal Spirits' OMG Fries live up to their name with a crave-worthy blend of house spices and three flavorful dipping sauces. One basket is all it takes to see what the hype is about.

FARMbloomington

A Bloomington favorite with national recognition, FARMbloomington's award-winning Famous Garlic Fries are a must-try. Crispy fries are tossed with roasted garlic, Parmesan, and fresh herbs, creating the unforgettable flavor that earned them a spot on USA Today's list of the nation's best French fries in 2024.

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Feta Kitchen and Cafe

Feta Kitchen and Cafe puts a Mediterranean-inspired twist on classic comfort food with their Sweet Potato Chili Fries. Crispy sweet potato fries are topped with flavorful chili for a satisfying combination of sweet, savory, and spicy in every bite.

Hoosier Seoulmate

Hoosier Seoulmate brings bold Korean-inspired flavors to the French Fry Trail with their Kimchi Bulgogi Fries. Crispy fries are topped with savory bulgogi, tangy kimchi, and flavorful Korean-inspired ingredients for a unique fusion dish that's packed with crave-worthy flavor.

Lennie's

A classic done right, Lennie's Basket of Fries delivers the perfect combination of crispy, golden fries and satisfying flavor. Customize your basket with your choice of two dipping sauces, including options like ranch, chipotle mayo, and other favorites, for the perfect finishing touch.

Nick's English Hut

A Bloomington classic, Nick's English Hut's Sink the Biz Fries are a must-try for fry lovers. This generous bucket of crispy fries is tossed in Romano cheese and Nick's signature spices, then served with their famous garlic mayonnaise for dipping.

The Tap

The Tap Fries at The Tap takes a classic favorite to the next level with crispy, seasoned fries served alongside four flavorful dipping sauces: Parmesan garlic aioli, sun-dried tomato pesto crema, chipotle ranch, and Tap beer cheese. With a sauce for every craving, this fry experience is perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself.

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The Upstairs Pub

The Upstairs Pub's Pub Fries bring a bold twist to a classic favorite. These signature fries are coated in a savory seasoning and served with The Pub's own spicy "fancy sauce" for the perfect combination of crispy, flavorful, and crave-worthy.

Truffles

Truffles' Hand-Cut Fries bring an elevated twist to a classic favorite. Fresh-cut fries are topped with Manchego cheese and fresh herbs, then served with truffle mayonnaise and Peppadew pepper catsup for a flavorful combination that's both sophisticated and satisfying.

Upland Brewing Company

Treat yourself to a flavorful twist on a classic favorite with Upland Brewing Company's Truffle Fries. Crispy fries are tossed with truffle oil, Parmesan Reggiano cheese, and served with roasted garlic aoli for an elevated snack that pairs perfectly with a locally crafted brew.