Wandering around downtown during the lunch hour I stumbled across the recently opened bloom bakery. Tucked inside 200 public square in the old BP building (or the SOHIO building for those that really like vintage descriptors) it can be found on the ground level between Starbucks and US Bank. I decided the next day that I would try it.
Bloom features both baked goods and sandwiches. Sandwiches come on your choice of bread, along with a side (I opted for chips) and the ability to add a cookie for a dollar. I went with the Catalan chicken on whole wheat, which was good. The cookie was excellent. Not too soft, not too dry and fairly large. Aside from this they also featured brownies, artisan donuts, and breads by the loaf. I may come back and give their chibatta a try.
I got my order to go so I could eat outside but there was plenty of seating inside. The line was surprisingly small, considering the quality of the sandwich and the fact it was the lunch hour. If you are looking to grab something quick, good and reasonably priced and want to avoid the lines at national establishments across the street give Bloom Bakery a try.