Meal Prep for Bloomington, MN — How It Works
If you live in Bloomington and you're tired of frozen meal delivery or cooking everything yourself, tandoco is your answer. We make fresh, high-protein meals every week in Minneapolis — and our Sunday pickup is just a quick 15-20 minute drive from anywhere in Bloomington, whether you're near the Mall of America, off Old Shakopee Road, or over by Normandale.
Here's how the process works, start to finish:
- Browse this week's rotating menu — new high-protein meals posted every Wednesday with full macro breakdowns.
- Order online by Thursday at 11:59 PM — choose 5, 10, or 15 meals per week, plus protein bakery add-ons.
- We cook everything fresh Friday and Saturday — nothing frozen, nothing premade. Real cooking in our Minneapolis kitchen.
- Pick up Sunday in Minneapolis — a quick drive up I-35W or Penn Ave from Bloomington. Meals are portioned, labeled with macros, and ready to grab.
- Heat, eat, and repeat all week — each meal stays fresh in your fridge for 5-7 days.
Check This Week's Menu
Our menu changes every week. We post the upcoming week's meals so you can see exactly what you're getting before you order. Every meal is built around protein with whole, clean ingredients.
Order by Thursday at Midnight
Pick your plan size — 5, 10, or 15 meals per week. Choose between meals only, or add protein bakery items. Orders close Thursday at 11:59 PM so we can prep your food fresh.
We Cook Everything Friday & Saturday
Nothing is premade. Nothing is frozen. We cook every meal to order in our Minneapolis kitchen using whole ingredients — real proteins, real vegetables, real spices.
Pick Up Sunday — 15-20 Min from Bloomington
Grab your meals at our Minneapolis pickup location on Sunday afternoon. From Bloomington, it's a quick drive north on I-35W, Penn Ave, or France Ave. Many Bloomington customers combine it with a Sunday errand or gym session.
Why Bloomington Residents Choose tandoco
Bloomington has plenty of fast food and chain restaurants along the 494 corridor, but finding truly clean, high-protein meal prep is a different story. That's why Bloomington customers drive 15-20 minutes to pick up tandoco meals every Sunday — because nothing else in the south metro comes close.
| Feature | tandoco | Typical Meal Prep | Frozen Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein focus | Every meal is protein-first | Varies widely | Often carb-heavy |
| Seed oils | Never used | Common | Almost always |
| Freshness | Cooked same week | Varies | Frozen, shipped |
| Fillers & additives | Zero | Sometimes | Preservatives common |
| Menu variety | New menu every week | Rotating monthly | Same catalog |
| Location | Made in Minneapolis | Local varies | Shipped nationally |
| Commitment | No lock-in, skip anytime | Often subscription | Usually subscription |
| Protein bakery | Yes — cookies, bars, treats | No | No |
What You Get with tandoco Meal Prep
High-Protein Meals
Every meal is built around quality protein sources. Designed for people who actually care about what they're eating.
Whole Ingredients Only
No seed oils, no fillers, no artificial anything. Real food made from real ingredients you can pronounce.
New Menu Every Week
Never get bored. Our chef creates a new menu every single week with different proteins, flavors, and cuisines.
Protein Bakery
Protein cookies, brownies, and treats that actually taste good. Browse our bakery or add them to any meal plan order.
Who Is tandoco Meal Prep For in Bloomington?
- Bloomington residents who want high-protein meals without spending hours in the kitchen
- Anyone tracking macros or focused on body composition in the south metro
- GLP-1 medication users (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro) who need nutrient-dense, portioned meals
- Busy professionals working along the 494 corridor who want clean eating without the effort
- Gym-goers at LifeTime, LA Fitness, or anywhere in Bloomington who need reliable protein-forward meals
- Families in East or West Bloomington looking for healthier meal options
- Anyone tired of meal prep services that cut corners with seed oils and fillers
Getting to Pickup from Bloomington
Our Sunday pickup in Minneapolis is easy to reach from anywhere in Bloomington. Here are some common routes our Bloomington customers take:
From Mall of America / East Bloomington
Head north on I-35W — about 15-20 minutes depending on traffic. A straight shot into Minneapolis.
From Old Shakopee Rd / West Bloomington
Take Penn Ave or France Ave north through Richfield into Minneapolis. About 15-20 minutes on a Sunday.
From Normandale Area
Head north on France Ave or hop on 494 to 35W. Easy Sunday drive — most customers are there and back in under an hour total.
Combine It with Your Sunday
Many Bloomington customers grab their meals on the way to or from the gym, errands, or brunch in Minneapolis.
Bloomington Area on the Map
tandoco's weekly meal prep pickup is in Minneapolis, serving the entire south metro including Bloomington, Richfield, and Edina. Here's the Bloomington area:
Questions about pickup from Bloomington? Text or call us at 612-524-9104 or email hello@tandoco.com.
The Story Behind tandoco
tandoco was founded by Tommy, a chef who lost 150 lbs through clean whole-food eating, and Omar, a personal trainer and nutrition coach. We started tandoco because we couldn't find meal prep in the Twin Cities that met our standards — high protein, whole ingredients, no seed oils, no shortcuts.
Every meal is made from scratch in Minneapolis. We don't franchise, we don't ship frozen, and we don't cut corners. Whether you're in Bloomington, Richfield, Edina, or anywhere in the metro — if you're looking for meal prep that actually prioritizes your nutrition, this is it.
Explore More from tandoco
Protein Bakery
High-protein cookies, brownies, banana bread & more. Made fresh weekly in Minneapolis — dessert that fits your macros.
GLP-1 Meal Prep
On Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro? Our meals are designed for GLP-1 users — high protein, perfectly portioned.
Catering
Corporate events, team lunches, private parties. Healthy catering that people actually enjoy eating.
Personal Training
Pair your meal prep with expert training from a personal trainer. Nutrition + fitness together.