100% gluten-free cafe and bakery on the lower level of Fountain Square Mall, serving breakfast, quiche, biscuits and gravy, and coffee.
About Brightside Cafe
Brightside Cafe is a 100% gluten-free restaurant and bakery on the lower level of Fountain Square Mall, at 101 West Kirkwood Avenue. Owners Abe Carney and John Moore began talking about a locally dedicated gluten-free restaurant while coaching their kids' baseball team. Elissa McKee and Thomas Moore, who founded 1823 Bakehouse in Franklin, are partners.
WFIU reported a soft opening on February 2, 2024, and called it the only bakery in the city with a 100 percent gluten-free kitchen. Breakfast items include biscuits and gravy, breakfast sandwiches and quiches, along with coffee and other drinks. IU NewsNet described pastries, breads and other usually gluten-containing items made gluten-free.
In late 2024 it received the National Celiac Association's Gluten-Free Food Program Approved Mark of Trust, according to IU NewsNet.
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Testing fast Wi-Fi at Brightside Cafe in Bloomington, Indiana. Perfect for remote work, study sessions, and enjoying coffee. 
A delicious Cuban sandwich featuring layers of ham, cheese, and pulled pork, served with a side of fresh fruit at Brightside Cafe in Bloomington, Indiana. 
Approaching the entrance to Brightside Cafe, located on the bottom floor of Fountain Square Mall in Bloomington, Indiana. A welcoming spot for gluten-free dining and coffee. 
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