When Jon and Mirie Pinjolli opened Egg Republic in January 2023, Mirie said they hoped to address “a missing piece” in Bloomington’s breakfast scene.
“I want it to feel like people are on vacation, you know, just very laid back, chill, but also a fun and lively kind of atmosphere,” she said.
The restaurant, which serves breakfast and lunch, received a warm welcome from the community. By late 2023, the husband-and-wife team began looking to expand…