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Nick's English Hut
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| Restaurant Type: | Bar |
| Open Date: | 1927 |
| Address: | 423 E. Kirkwood Avenue Bloomington, IN |
| Phone: | (812) 332-4040 |
| Current Owner(s): | Mike Hall and Greg Rago |
| Manager(s): | Mike Hall and Greg Rago |
| Hours: | Monday-Saturday: 11:00 am - 2:00 am Sunday: Noon - Midnight |
| Website: | [Nick's English Hut] |
Nick's English Hut is a long-time popular student and resident hangout on Kirkwood Avenue. Its walls are adorned with memorabilia from famous visitors including past IU alumni, writers, poets, and musicians. It has been featured in many national magazines as one of the most important Bloomington landmarks to visit. It's signature dish is the stromboli.
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History
Nick's was opened in 1927 by Greek Immigrant Nick Hrisomalos. After Prohibition, the tavern acquired a liquor license in 1933. It was sold to Dick Barnes in 1957 and remains family-owned.Nick's was visited by U.S. Presidential hopeful Barack Obama on April 11th, 2008, surprising patrons and locals gathering outside.
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Recommendations
For bigger appetites, try the Italian Beef sandwich. The au jus is well seasoned and the sandwich is big enough to share.
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External links
- Nick’s still making memories after 80 years - Herald Times, 2007-09-16
- Democratic Presidential hopeful, Barack Obama, visits Nick's and the Women's Little 500 - IDS News 2008-04-14

