The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe – Bloomington, IN: Hours & Menu

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401 S Woodlawn Ave, Bloomington, IN 47401

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Address401 S Woodlawn Ave, Bloomington, IN 47401

Phone(812) 287-8354

StyleBakery café

CountyMonroe County

Time zoneEastern Time

From city center0.6 mi southeast

About The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe

Set at 401 S Woodlawn Ave (47401), The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe is a bakery café 0.6 mi southeast of the Bloomington city center.

Bloomington has 36 places on our map that bake or sell fresh pastry, and this is one of them, roughly one for every 2,222 residents. If you want to compare, Sugar and Spice Bakery sits 0.3 mi from here.

We have not been able to confirm a full weekly schedule for The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe yet, so calling ahead at (812) 287-8354 is the safest bet. Bakeries often sell out of popular items by early afternoon.

What to order

Typical items at a bakery café like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Morning pastries

Blueberry muffinTall, domed muffin bursting with blueberries under a crunchy sugar crust; moist and tender inside.
Cranberry orange sconeCrumbly, cream-based scone with tart dried cranberries and fresh orange zest, brushed with a light citrus glaze.
Morning bunCroissant dough coiled with cinnamon and orange sugar, baked in a muffin tin until the edges caramelize and crunch.
Butter croissantLaminated pastry with dozens of crisp, shattering layers and a honeycombed, buttery interior; best eaten the morning it's baked.

Breakfast

Croissant breakfast sandwichFluffy scrambled eggs, smoked bacon and aged cheddar layered inside a split butter croissant and warmed through.
Avocado toastThick-cut toasted sourdough topped with smashed avocado, lemon, chili flakes and flaky salt; an egg can be added on top.
Quiche of the dayWedge of deep-dish quiche with a buttery crust, filled with eggs, cream and rotating vegetables or meats, served with greens.
Ham & Gruyère egg sandwichFried egg, shaved ham and melted Gruyère on toasted brioche with a swipe of Dijon mustard.

Sandwiches

Ham & brie baguetteThin-sliced ham, creamy brie and butter on a crusty baguette in the style of a Parisian café jambon-beurre.
Roast beef & cheddarRare roast beef, sharp white cheddar, arugula and horseradish cream on toasted rye; peppery and rich.
Tuna meltTuna salad and melted Swiss griddled on sourdough until the bread is golden and the cheese starts to bubble.
Grilled vegetable paniniPressed focaccia filled with roasted zucchini, peppers, eggplant, pesto and provolone; crisp, smoky and herby.

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Questions about The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe

What are The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe's hours?

We have not verified a weekly schedule for The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe yet. Call (812) 287-8354 to confirm before visiting.

Where is The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe located?

The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe is at 401 S Woodlawn Ave, Bloomington, IN 47401. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.

What is the phone number for The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe?

The listed phone number is (812) 287-8354.

What should I order at The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe?

As a bakery café, typical picks include Blueberry muffin, Cranberry orange scone, Croissant breakfast sandwich, and Avocado toast. See the full menu page for more.

What other bakeries are near The Inkwell Bakery and Cafe?

Nearby options include Sugar and Spice Bakery (0.3 mi), Gables Bagels (0.4 mi), and Bloomington Bagel Co. (0.4 mi).