The Dunnkirk Library
Our verdict
The Dunnkirk Library is a cocktail bar at 430 E Kirkwood Ave, Suite 18, Bloomington, IN 47408, with a speak-easy vibe. Reservations are recommended but not required.
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On Kirkwood Avenue
The Dunnkirk Library is a cocktail bar hidden away from the bustle of downtown Bloomington’s Kirkwood Avenue. Located in the Upstairs Pub at 430 E Kirkwood Ave, Suite 18, Bloomington, IN 47408, it serves cocktails with a speak-easy vibe. Hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 5pm - 1am. Reservations are recommended but not required.
The dress code is dressy casual (no flip flops, beach, pool or athletic attire), at management’s discretion. The list runs from True Classics and Modern Classics through Island Inspired drinks, Literary Libations, and Smoked and Special cocktails, plus draft and bottled beer. A liquor menu is available on request.
Bloomington in a Wider Dining Map
This is a neighborhood cocktail bar, not a tasting-menu room. Guests who have also eaten at Alinea in Chicago or Atomix in New York City will find a different format here. For more local listings, see the Bloomington restaurants guide.
Planning a Visit
The physical address is 430 E Kirkwood Ave, Suite 18, Bloomington, IN 47408. Hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 5pm - 1am. Reservations are recommended but not required.
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is The Dunnkirk Library?
The Dunnkirk Library is at 430 E Kirkwood Ave, Suite 18, Bloomington, IN 47408, in the Upstairs Pub off Kirkwood Avenue.
What are the hours at The Dunnkirk Library?
Hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 5pm - 1am.
Is The Dunnkirk Library reservation-only?
No. Reservations are recommended but not required.
What should I order at The Dunnkirk Library?
Start with True Classics such as an Old Fashioned or Negroni, or move through Modern Classics, Island Inspired drinks, Literary Libations, and Smoked and Special cocktails; beer is listed as well, and a liquor menu is available on request.
What is the dress code at The Dunnkirk Library?
Dressy casual; no flip flops, beach, pool, or athletic attire, at management’s discretion.
How The Dunnkirk Library Bloomington compares with similar nearby venues.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Dunnkirk LibraryThis venue (the venue you are viewing) | Craft Cocktail Bar | $30–50 |
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Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 5 PM–1 AM
- Thursday
- 5 PM–1 AM
- Friday
- 5 PM–1 AM
- Saturday
- 5 PM–1 AM
- Sunday
- 5 PM–12 AM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Hours as of .
Vintage 1920s speakeasy aesthetic with dim lighting, period decor, and an intimate, nostalgic atmosphere that transports guests to a bygone era.