Past Participants
Take a look at the contestants that reached the Top 10 in our contest’s previous years.
2026 Contest Winners!
The Hatch Bloomington 2026 Contest focused on supporting the existing small business ecosystem in the City of Bloomington. Here are the five winners:
Ado’s Auto Body and Collision Repair Center
Ado’s Auto Body is a women-owned, family operated collision and mechanical repair center located at 224 W 82nd St, Bloomington MN 55420.
Afghan Darbar
Founded in the summer of 2023, Afghan Darbar serves authentic food as Bloomington’s only Afghan restaurant. Located at 7826 Portland Ave S., Bloomington MN 55420.
Bloomington Garden Center and Landscape Co.
Offering over 100 new varieties of annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, and garden supplies, Bloomington Garden Center was established in 1919 and is the oldest continually operating business in the City. Located at 9407 Old Cedar Ave S, Bloomington MN 55425.
Nine Mile Brewery
Named with a nod to Bloomington’s iconic Nine Mile Creek, Nine Mile Brewing is a taproom experience rooted in the local community. Located at 9555 James Ave S., #290, Bloomington MN 55431.
Zeke’s Place
Zeke’s Place is a neighborhood bar and grill situated in the heart of Bloomington. Located at 7700 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington MN 55438.
2025 Contest winner: BookMother!
An independent bookstore and coffee shop designed as a welcoming third space for adults.
Five-year vision: Become a leading Twin Cities bookstore with expanded digital offerings, events, and a second concept development.
2025 Top 3: NUNAA
An African restaurant offering authentic cuisine with catering and takeout services, featuring unique spices and art. thenunaa.com
2025 Top 3: Twin Cities Streetwear
A retail and event-based business specializing in sneaker sales and fostering sneaker culture.
2025 Top 10: Bastu Bloomington
A modern bathhouse blending ancient thermal rituals with contemporary design for relaxation and wellness.
2025 Top 10: Bloomington Farm & Feed
An online farm and feed store offering next-day delivery of locally sourced products within a 20-mile radius.
2025 Top 10: Hearts and Spades
A gaming food hall featuring local restaurants and classic games to foster community connections.
2025 Top 10: Hot Box Pies
A family-built company offering gluten-free pizzas and sandwiches made with locally sourced, organic ingredients.
2025 Top 10: The Chocolate Bar
A modern chocolate shop offering seasonal treats in a stylish, inclusive environment for all ages.
2025 Top 10: ThePlugMobile
A digital marketplace facilitating cannabis delivery, pickup, and lounge experiences in Minnesota.
2025 Top 10: Veterans Post Provisions
A veteran-owned coffee business offering premium coffee and snacks to professionals and veterans.
2024 Contest winner: Scramblin’ Egg!
A fast casual breakfast restaurant based on a successful food trailer with the same name.
2024 Top 3: Kalsoni
A startup focused on empowering Muslim women and girls through culturally sensitive activewear and wellness initiatives.
2024 Top 3: NUNNA
A takeout and reservation-based restaurant offering authentic West African cuisine, catering to immigrants seeking familiar tastes and new customers eager to try traditional dishes.
2024 Top 10: Arbor Furniture
A custom furniture company that aims to foster long-term relationships with customers, making high-quality, handmade furniture accessible through a subscription model.
2024 Top 10: The Arts Creative
An arts and entertainment space providing accessible art classes, private parties, and collaborative workshops for all ages, empowering guests through hands-on art experiences.
2024 Top 10: Bloomington Greens
A sustainable urban agriculture and grocery store that addresses food deserts in Bloomington using innovative techniques like vertical farming and aquaponics to produce fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs year-round.
2024 Top 10: Coastal Coolers
Initially a mobile stand, then a brick-and-mortar location offering a variety of fresh, fun, and photogenic drinks including unique lemonade flavors, with a beach-inspired atmosphere.
2024 Top 10: Disinvested Youth Gaming Initiative
A tech hub and gaming lounge for youth, collaborating with local businesses to host events and offer educational opportunities in technology.
2024 Top 10: Indoor Dog Fitness
A health club for dogs and their owners offering exercise areas and activities to keep pets fit, especially during extreme weather.
2024 Top 10: The Jump
An apparel brand specializing in size-inclusive jumpsuits for women, sizes XS to 5X, with a core line of products that will be updated seasonally with new prints and colors.