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Tiramisu Cold Brew
Turkey and Fig Panini
Cookie Butter Latte
  • Top categories (BEVERAGES - Seasonal Specialties / BEVERAGES - Brewed Coffees / BEVERAGES - Espresso Beverages / BEVERAGES - Cold Brew Beverages / BEVERAGES - Tea & Other Beverages)
  • Most orders: $1–10
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Overview & Highlights

Backstory Coffee Roasters - Bloomington Central Station is a locally owned coffee shop offering a selection of expertly crafted espresso beverages, teas, and light prepared foods. This establishment provides a comfortable and casual atmosphere designed for both solo visitors and groups, making it suitable for working on a laptop, casual meetings, or a relaxed coffee break. The space features indoor and outdoor seating, with thoughtful amenities including wheelchair-accessible parking, entrances, seating, and restrooms, catering to a diverse range of guests.

The menu highlights quality coffee and tea options alongside a variety of breakfast and lunch items, including vegan and vegetarian choices. Prices are moderate, reflecting the focus on fresh, made-to-order offerings and specialty beverages. Backstory Coffee Roasters operates daily from early morning through the afternoon, accommodating those seeking a morning pick-me-up or a midday pause.

Additional conveniences include takeaway, delivery services, free on-site and street parking, and acceptance of multiple payment methods such as credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. The venue is pet-friendly outdoors and prioritizes sustainability with compostable packaging. For a complete overview of available beverages and food selections, users are encouraged to explore the full menu on the dedicated menu page.

Comforts & Conveniences

Service options
  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
Popular for
  • Breakfast
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Payments
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

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Visitor Testimonials (323)

Obsessed with coffee shops is an understatement for me so of course I was so excited to try a few things at Backstory! I started with a hot maple & caramel latte, I asked the barista what the sprinkles were for behind the bar and she was nice enough to sprinkle a little on my drink I also chowed down a butter croissant so fast my camera didn’t have time to think! Next I got an iced chai with vanilla & an iced matcha to go and I was so happy sipping my drinks. It was stunning inside the restaurant however we took our goodies outside and enjoyed all the places to sit and take in the beauty day we had. Thank you Backstory baristas for making this experience so special & delicious!!

I love stopping by this place whenever I'm in the area. I've tried the oatmeal, and the granola is amazing! Their cortado is always consistent and reasonably priced.

Chill atmosphere not loud. Near by parking and train to the mall or to the airport. Drinks made fresh to order , I had the dreamy herbal tea blend with simple syrup very light and refreshing! Iced vanilla latte was about $6 something after tax! One size for iced.

I found this spot during my morning run & it was such a sweet little surprise! Cute coffee shops are my love language & Backstory fit the bill. As a person living in NYC, spacious and open coffee shops are always a breath of fresh air. They have an adorable interior & exterior with an abundance of seating. I ordered an iced cortado with a bit of extra oat milk. My coffee is delicious & I can hear the birds chirping as I enjoy their outdoor seating area. It’s also a great spot to watch the planes go by!

The coffee here is excellent. If you just need a great cup of coffee look no further. I ordered a cup and went outside to enjoy my coffee and the fresh breeze. I paid 7 dollars for an excellent oatmilk latte with 4 shots.

Super awesome little coffee shop. Phenomenal coffee, super fun and engaging staff, and delicious food items. An absolute gem of a find. If you're vacationing with kids, it's a great spot for them as well! Our kids loved it.

Coffee is ALWAYS phenomenal. I look forward to shops where they can be relied on to not burn the espresso and this is one of them. Great, spacious vibe inside. Really fun seasonal offerings.

Nice space and good coffee. Unfortunately they don’t offer soy milk as a non dairy option. They sell Northstar Kombucha. They offer all gender bathrooms. All of their packaging is also compostable and they have separate compost collection bins in the shop. TY!

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