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Janko's Little Zagreb

4.8 (4065)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
223 W 6th St, Bloomington, IN 47404

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Janko's Little Zagreb

4.8
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Bloomington

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
Open since 1973, Janko's Little Zagreb has become one of Bloomington's finest dining traditions as one of the best steakhouses in the Midwest. Perfect for large groups as well as small intimate celebrations, Janko's has been providing exceptional food and service in a casual, family friendly atmosphere for more than 40 years!

Come enjoy our famous spicy meatballs or one of our USDA Choice steaks, hand cut daily and grilled to perfection. We also have delicious seafood entrees as well as vegetarian options available.

Find the perfect wine pairing for your meal from Janko's extensive bottled wine list. We have over 100 wines by the bottle and more than a dozen house wines by the glass to choose from.

We accept reservations every evening as well as walk-in tables based on our availability. You can make reservations online or over the phone. Once you're here you'll see what makes Janko's Little Zagreb such a uniquely special dining experience!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Bloomington
  • Cross street
    6th & Morton
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Janko's Little Zagreb.

4.8

4.8
(4065)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Indiana

    Hot spot

  • Indiana

    Steakhouse

  • Indiana

    Most Booked

  • Bloomington

    Best Overall

  • Bloomington

    Best Food

  • Bloomington

    Best Service

  • Bloomington

    Best Ambiance

  • Bloomington

    Best Value

  • Bloomington

    Good for groups

  • Bloomington

    Neighborhood gem

  • Bloomington

    Good for special occasions

  • Bloomington

    Lively

  • Bloomington

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Janko's Little Zagreb is a Bloomington icon known for its "excellent food" and "wonderful service." Guests rave about the perfectly cooked steaks, particularly the ribeye and filet, and the "spicy meatballs" are a must-try. Despite its energetic, sometimes noisy atmosphere, it provides a memorable dining experience with a true college-town vibe.
4,065 Reviews
  1. Susan Gold

    Louisville5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Cramped dining. Women’s restroom not convenient. Steak dry. Salads drenched in dressing. Cheese tray not worth the cost. Had not been there in years. Was disappointed, not as I remembered.

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  2. Christine

    Western NC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun spot to dine with exceptional staff and yummy food! 5 star everything!

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  3. Becky Gold

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lamb Lollipop was delicious! Steaks were cooked to perfection.

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  4. Danny

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite steakhouses not to mention the spicy meatballs. Service is always excellent!

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  5. Meachun

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My dorm mates met for the game then your restaurant after 30 years! Thankfully, you were playing the game and we didn’t miss a thing! The ribeye and baked potato were delicious! As well as the homemade French and Bleu Cheese Dressing!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We always love a good dinner here. Excellent food.

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  7. Daniel

    Indiana5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ribeye perfectly grilled. They even serve their rolls grilled! Wonderful service. Never had to ask for more water. Good quality meat at a fair price (these days) that also includes a house salad and a perfectly cooked baked potato

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  8. Christopher

    New York City42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot, fast/attentive service. Meatballs, steaks and burgers were all great!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing restaurant!! Love the food the people and the location

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  10. Amanda

    Indiana18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best place for steak in Bloomington! We eat here every month and love the food, service (LAURA IS THE BEST! and CHEERS TO YVETTE!) They take great care of us no matter the size of our group. Highly recommend the spicy meatballs, shrimp cocktail, garlic rolls (spend the extra to get them this way), the filet and the ribeye. Cooked to perfection, service with a smile, and a true Bloomington classic. It can be very noisy in Janko's...so if you are someone who cannot handle the noise, then you might look elsewhere. But the noise is part of the fun!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Bloomington
  • Cross street
    6th & Morton
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Janko’s Little Zagreb is family-friendly: the owner describes a casual, family-friendly atmosphere, and guests say staff have been accommodating to groups with young kids and that kids’ menus are provided.

Janko's Little Zagreb feels like an old‑school, no‑frills steakhouse, casual and family‑friendly with a strong IU theme, a cozy but often crowded dining room, and an open grill behind the counter where you can watch steaks being prepared.

You may spot diners with dogs, at least one guest mentioned their dog enjoyed the leftovers during a visit, so dogs have been present on occasion.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothes are perfectly appropriate at Janko's Little Zagreb.

Portions tend to be generous, guests describe steaks and sides as large enough to share or take home as leftovers.

Yes, Janko's Little Zagreb is a popular choice for anniversaries and special evenings, thanks to its steaks, warm atmosphere and extensive bottled wine list.

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A photo of Janko's Little Zagreb restaurant

Janko's Little Zagreb

4.8
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Bloomington

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today
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