Restaurants in Champaign

“Very kind staff. I wish that I could remember her name. Great service is definitely part of a "Best Around Me" experience!!! Dave's Hot Chicken is a Best Around Me, am I right?”

“Such a nice place to visit! Staffs are very friendly and always has an energy. The foods were excellent as well. I had bunch of rolls and I love salmon and the quality of the fish were so good. Very fresh :) I would definitely come here again”

“Delicious food with reasonable price!”

“I cannot say enough good things about Smith Burgers. We have had over half the items on their menu and have never found something we didn't like. My favorite 2 items are the Swiss N Shroom and Bacon Mac Attack Ripper. If you haven't tried them yet, do it. You won't be disappointed.”

“Amazing food for a great price.”

“Wonderful food wonderful restaurant wonderful people”

“Very good, good climate, great food”

“Always go there. Today they gave us freshly fried falafels probably due to no customers (during winter break). They are soooo delicious!!!! When you don’t know what to eat just go Shawarma”

“my new favorite place to eat in champaign”

“It was soooo goooood

The crunchies of the fried red peppers the peanuts the green peppers

Then the salty egg tofu was so nice and salty but sweet and the temp is so warm it’s like eating yummy soup with no liquid

The fried sweet and sour pork was okay”

“Food is delicious. Everyone is friendly! It is just a very nice calm and quiet vibe with incredible coffee. ☕️ The owner is a good person! Happy New Year 2026🥞🥚🍳☕️”

“Consistently delicious and lightening fast.”

“Erica is the best waitress!”

“Excellent food and service!!! Tons of options. Can't wait to go back.”

“Dinner was fantastic. Service was superior. Wonderful evening and can’t wait to eat here again!”

“The tarts were delicious and the service was a 10/10! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“I find the food items are honestly delicious, generous portions, prices are comparable to other establishments. The atmosphere is welcoming. I give Neil St. Blues a A+.”

“July 2025
Tried couple other items… the stir fry fish was not great but …

Cabbage still awesome
Coconut curd super yum
Salted egg yolk tofu - proper
Mango sago ok

May 2025
Ok we are in love 😆
The matcha mousse 🌟
The 雙皮奶 💫
Crispy coconut milk curd 💎
Stir fry cabbage 🥬 😋

We WILL be back for fish 🐟 😂”

“Definitely a must try restaurant, food is freshly cooked, food is delicious and good. The new owner and the people there are sooooo nice.. I will definitely go back. 💯👌🏻”

“Excellent Thai food restaurant that I regret not trying sooner! The spice level was perfect, and the ingredients were fresh. They were pretty busy, so the service was a little slow, but overall it was an amazing experience!! Would highly recommend this place. Plenty of seating, easy to navigate parking lot, and a nice atmosphere.”

“Kimbap is great! Lots of filling and I heard that the other flavors are really good too. Only thing was that the chicken inside the Kimbap was cold. I was also a little disappointed with the fish cake soup as the fish cake was pretty bland. The broth itself was alright but I wouldn’t buy it again. Would definitely come back to try the other Kimbap though!

Teriyaki Chicken Mayo Kimbap - $7.50
Fish cake soup - $4.50”

“Great food and great atmosphere”

“It was great service!!! The guy who waited on us was wonderful!!!”

“I think this is literally the best Indian food place in the Midwest! Please go here!l, you won’t be sorry.”

“Awesome quick serve food! The mango lassis are yummy and the service was great!”

“I tried Stango for the 1st time at the West Side Arts festival from the food truck. The food was fresh, hot and absolutely delicious. I ordered the beef samosas and wow!!!! I can't wait to try other items offered.”

“Had early dinner at the Big Grove and was completely blown away. Food was excellent with a variety of menu items that had me wishing my stomach was a bit bigger. I sat at the bar as I was dining alone and the bartender did a great job of explaining the various items I inquired about as well as suggesting a perfect craft beer pairing. I only get to Champaign a couple of times a year, but this will be my go-to anytime in the area.”

“Absolutely incredible service and the food…honestly is the best I’ve had in this town. The women who helped me was so incredibly nice. I’m so glad we decided to try somewhere new. This is now my go to place!!!!”

“As in most olive garden restaurants, the food here is great. Service excellent and always attentive, the kitchen works with special requests and the wine and liquor selection is fantastic. Always worth the money, very short wait times if there is a wait it's short. Would recommend to anyone.”

“Amazing food, especially the noodle dishes. I try to go here whenever I am in the area.

Personal favorites are the Pad Thai and Pad Kee Mao. They are also able to accommodate special requests. Want no tail on your shrimp? No problem! They can even do things like make Pad Thai with wide noodles (for a very minor price difference).

When they say spicy, they mean spicy though!”

“As you may or may not know.. me and Tha' Thunder Chicken travel tha' country in search of Denny's that we've never been to and also to reconnect with our Denny's friends we've met along the way... Today I found tha' Mothership !! This place is huge and tha' food and service was outstanding as always !! We will Definitely Be Back and hope ta' meet more of tha' great folks that go above and beyond to keep our bellies full...”

“James is running the drive through tonight like an absolute master. I really hope a manager comments back and he was rewarded behond his wage. You have a hard and polite worker to value. Thanks James! I wish more people took the time to appreciate the good hard workers. See you next time. Hope you score a bonus.”

“Shoyu ramen= amazing. Comforting and delicious every time.”

“We found this place a couple years ago and me and my husband will travel from Bloomington normal just to eat good real authentic food!!! Great friendly service!!! 10/10 never disappoints!”

“The daily specials are always delicious and affordable!”

“food is always hot and fresh. always have to stop when I'm in town”

“This place is hidden! But oh my!! Great good! My husband had a cheeseburger and fries and i had oysters 🦪 and streak for dinner every thing was delicious! The service was amazing! Our waitress Brook was a sweetie! We will be back! I believe we found our new Go To place!”

“Delicious treats! Great customer service! very friendly”

“Amazing! Best coffee we have ever had!”

“Our absolute favorite Mexican restaurant! we love all the people that work there, everyone is so nice and the food is always good!!”

“best sushi in town. they make it fresh and you don't have to wait forever for it. they have a huge team of sushi chefs behind the counter. The selection is vast and the staff is extremely accommodating and friendly.”

“Great food served by wonderful people. The owners care so much about the quality of food and most often they are the ones cooking it. That’s why I recommend The Space! Swing by for lunch sometimes they get busy at dinner. Highly recommend!”

“Bobos is the place we go when we want that blue collar environment while eating amazing food!”

“Fast, friendly service and the snowstorms definitely were the move! Booger loved his pup cup of whipped cream too! 🐾”

“I recently worked with Paris Super Crepes to coordinate a stop on a dessert crawl which raised money for a children's museum! The staff was very flexible in finding the right menu item and price that fit our budget, and was easy to work with as I always received communication back in a timely manner. The simpler and more decadent crepes are all delicious, and the staff working at the time of our dessert crawl even threw in some extra fruit for the last couple crepes which was very sweet of them! I highly recommend Paris Super Crepes for a dessert stop, you must try the crepes and bubble tea!”

“Great calzones in a timely fashion! Never disappointed by these guys. Definitely recommend!”

“staff super friendly and knowledgeable. Great selection of coffee, tea, candy. something for everyone! Staff in masks, items are covid "safe".”

“Great service, very accommodating (we had some vegetarians in our party and they had many options), and fresh food. Definitly worth visiting, very excellent hot pot!”

“Love playing at Huber’s! Where else can you see great, local live music in such cool climes???”

“Solid barbecue without trying to reinvent it. The brisket had a nice smoke ring and didn’t drown in sauce. Casual setup, quick line, and a steady stream of locals grabbing takeout. Simple, satisfying, and exactly what you want on a hungry day.”

“I’ve been coming to the Italian Patio since I was a kid. I loved it when Frank would give me a balloon on my birthday! I love the atmosphere, the staff is always friendly, and most importantly the food is delicious!”

“We recently took my family visiting from out of town to breakfast here. We always find this to be such a comforting local breakfast spot. It has a real welcoming home town feel, even for visitors, and the menu has a wonderful assortment for all sorts of diets and ages. We have a small child and he always loves the food and golf decorations alike. The service is friendly and always attentive and quick. We always will look forward to coming back and bringing out of tow company again!”

“Great food and great beer! And our server Mesa was an absolute sweetheart! Thanks so much for the positive first experience! We will be back for sure.”

“I love this place! I’ve been out of Champaign for 5 years now, and still think about margarita night here and their amazing Alex Tacos and Fajitas!!!”

“Great food and great vibes!”

“Great Latte and Macha Latte! We love that you use organic milk and fresh ground Italian coffee! 😊❤️☕️”

“We got two spicy ahi bowls, and they are so good! The menu is awesome, I can’t wait to go back and try more items off of the menu.”

“Drinks were delicious. The waiters/ waitresses were very friendly and nice. This place has great cocktails and the appetizers were amazing.”

“Joshua was a fantastic server. The double frozen strawberry margaritas with salt, truffle fries and cheese curds were terrific. It was my first visit there and I look forward to going back. Our party of 7 had a blast.”

“Always friendly and fast great food.”

“Hi...My hubby-Bryan & I have gone here recently & its the Best Breakfast Restaurant in Champaign Illinois & we will be trying their lunch meal next time!! The Waitress- Olga is always the Best, the Owner is Always Friendly!! The Food is Fast & Delicious!!”

“I've been there a couple of times with my daughters and we all loved it. We thought it was exceptional, excellent. The food was delicious, the service was very helpful and attentive. We'll be back again, over and over.
Thank you, Hacienda Agave”

“Wonderful service wonderful food made you feel welcome. Great little place third time we’ve been there we will go back.”

“I was there after what I assume is the busy time, so I had the dining room to myself. There was a steady stream of folks in the drive thru though. The "Deluxe Single Basket" was more than enough to fill me up. I had to buy a take-home pint, too full for dessert. The staff were friendly and at least one was always cleaning something.”

“Review written 9/29/2024. If you order through their app they have a medium pizza deal for $6.99 which is less than a lot of frozen pizzas nowadays.

This location is located in the Old Farm Shops at Champaign. There used to be a Papa Murphy’s in Urbana but now this location in Champaign is the only remaining Papa Murphy’s in Champaign-Urbana.

The sign on door says open at 10:00am daily but their Google hours say 11:00am, not sure which it actually is.

Papa Murphy’s has very fresh pizzas because they are raw dough and you take them home and cook them.

they are one of the only restaurants I know of that takes the Illinois Link card food stamps card if you have that because it’s not hot food since you have to cook it at home.

You can order ahead through the app and skip the line. They have a rewards program through their app too and if you sign up for it you get a free pizza for your birthday!
(Unless it’s changed)”

“In a world of Green Street Sysco slop, Jerusalem is a standout. Consistently good but pleasantly surprising each time, you never know what vegetables and salad will be served up on the lunch platter that day.”

“Lively coffee shop right by campus with an excellent offering of coffee drinks and tasty breakfast treats. Exotic mix of Asian ingredients in their pastries looked quite amazing and will have to come back to sample. Ample seating in a side room with a mix of tables and couches. Small outside seating area on the sidewalk is somewhat underwhelming.”

“Consistently delicious and lightening fast.”

“Pho noodle station is amazing! Their crab rangoons, and bbq bahn mi’s are fantastic. The restaurant is a little smaller, but the service is very fast and makes up for it. I will definitely be coming back here.”

“This is our favorite Mexican restaurant ever! We went today for lunch, and as usual, it did not disappoint! Best grilled shrimp and rice I've ever had in my life! I don't know how they prepare their grilled shrimp, but it is ahhhmaazzinnggg and bursting with flavor!! And the side salad is so fresh and tasty. 😋 Great atmosphere, along with fast, friendly service! Five stars!!Highly recommend!!”

“Need to check your food orders. I ordered a cup of clam chowder and the container it came in was half full. Good thing I'm not starving.”

“Closest thing to Chicago wings down here! They had amazing mild sauce. The seasoning they put on everything was SOOOO good. My new go-to wing place for sure.”

“fast service and pretty decor! the boba itself was the right texture, drinks were accustomed to our customizations of sweetness and ice level. (strawberry milk tea and mango smoothie)”

“Review written 1/31/2026. My favorite restaurant for over 10 years. Delicious lime cilantro rice, delicious black beans, delicious chipotle sauce, delicious tofu, delicious guacamole, delicious spicy salsa.

The chips can be hit or miss, but when they are good, they are great.

Friendly owner of this restaurant who strikes up conversations with the repeat loyal customers.”

“It was great food, we ordered the sushi burrito and curry fried chicken cutlet, and crab Rangoon as appetizer. They all tasted amazing, prices are fair, and food comes out quickly. We’ll visit again soon!”

“Great atmosphere and staff!”

“100/10 i come here every week and its always so good! Food fresh to order and always within a timely manner! Fastest and freshest tacos ever! The owners and workers are always so sweet and understanding! Definitely give this place a try!!”

“This isn’t a five star restaurant, it is an Arby’s. I eat here often since it close to work. It is, however, one of the best Arby’s I have visited. The main reason is the crew. The food is fresh and tasty, and the crew is really friendly. Like all restaurants, they have staffing issues, but the ones they have do an excellent job.”

“Had early dinner at the Big Grove and was completely blown away. Food was excellent with a variety of menu items that had me wishing my stomach was a bit bigger. I sat at the bar as I was dining alone and the bartender did a great job of explaining the various items I inquired about as well as suggesting a perfect craft beer pairing. I only get to Champaign a couple of times a year, but this will be my go-to anytime in the area.”

“Such a nice place to visit! Staffs are very friendly and always has an energy. The foods were excellent as well. I had bunch of rolls and I love salmon and the quality of the fish were so good. Very fresh :) I would definitely come here again”

“Excellent food, never had a bad meal here. A very good spot if you have a short lunch break, I'm usually in and out within ten minutes. Ordering is sometimes a little awkward because the staff speaks limited English and I speak no Chinese, but pointing and nodding and smiling has always gotten me a wonderful meal anyway. I recommend the roasted pork with mushrooms, comes with mixed veg and a lot of savory sauce for your rice.”

“Bobos is the place we go when we want that blue collar environment while eating amazing food!”

“To all of you complaining about the drive-thru wait times, I have an idea: get out of your car and order INSIDE! Oftentimes, you can find 2-3 employees taking orders at the same time. You can see how many cars are in the drive-thru and figure that it's going to take a while to take each car's order, payment, make your drink &/or food, package your food, hand you your food, and then wait for the car to pull out! For those of you stewing at the drive-thru wait times, you may wish to think about just how unreasonable your expectations and demands are and make some changes to your thinking patterns & life! You CAN become a more patient and better person. I agree with the man who posted that this is the busiest Starbucks - both inside & the drive-thru! I also agree with him that it is the best-managed Starbucks (that I have ever been to) and that their employees are second to none in the industry! They work extremely hard & put in long hours, put up with rude people, have to make ridiculously complicated drinks for some people, and then if they have to close the store at night, have to thoroughly clean everything and vacuum & mop the floors before leaving! How many of you seemingly over-indulged & privileged people could do ALL THAT for the (most likely) $13-14/hour they earn??? I'm 65 years old and have been going to this Starbucks since they opened. I have been to Starbucks all over the U.S. and can state, without a doubt, that THIS Starbucks makes their drinks EXACTLY as Corporate requires! That is not true of every Starbucks I've ever visited. In closing, if you don't want to wait your turn, may I suggest you go to the Starbucks in Campustown.”

“Our favorite breakfast spot in Champaign or Urbana. Our waitress, Lacy, was first-rate. Love this place.”

“As a long time lover of Mex cuisine, I'm very impressed by Black Bull. Owner is very sweet, friendly, accommodating. My meal was PERFECT. ENCHILADAS VERDES. I will return”

“I cannot say enough good things about Smith Burgers. We have had over half the items on their menu and have never found something we didn't like. My favorite 2 items are the Swiss N Shroom and Bacon Mac Attack Ripper. If you haven't tried them yet, do it. You won't be disappointed.”

“Very kind staff. I wish that I could remember her name. Great service is definitely part of a "Best Around Me" experience!!! Dave's Hot Chicken is a Best Around Me, am I right?”

“As you may or may not know.. me and Tha' Thunder Chicken travel tha' country in search of Denny's that we've never been to and also to reconnect with our Denny's friends we've met along the way... Today I found tha' Mothership !! This place is huge and tha' food and service was outstanding as always !! We will Definitely Be Back and hope ta' meet more of tha' great folks that go above and beyond to keep our bellies full...”

“Do not go through the drive through here! It's horrible! We eat here a lot inside but the drive through is horrible. Ex: today attempted it and there was only 1 car in line ordering. I guess they didn't know what they wanted at first so they took a really long time to figure out what they wanted. Then they pulled up and we are right behind them. I kid you not we waited about 20 minutes behind this 1 car! so I called the store letting them know they need to get this drive through going cuz there's a huge line behind us now. They could have easily had this car pull to the side in order to service the other vehicles. Well some one eventually came out to put up the other cars orders. It's just ridiculous really. Please get a better system going for the drive through. Food and inside service is great!”

“As in most olive garden restaurants, the food here is great. Service excellent and always attentive, the kitchen works with special requests and the wine and liquor selection is fantastic. Always worth the money, very short wait times if there is a wait it's short. Would recommend to anyone.”

“Great food and great beer! And our server Mesa was an absolute sweetheart! Thanks so much for the positive first experience! We will be back for sure.”

“Food is delicious. Everyone is friendly! It is just a very nice calm and quiet vibe with incredible coffee. ☕️ The owner is a good person! Happy New Year 2026🥞🥚🍳☕️”

“The best sushi in Champaign-Urnana!”

“We host two holiday parties every year at Papa Del’s. They do a fantastic job setting up their upstairs space for a festive, fun party. The food is top notch, and the bar service is friendly. There’s extra space to set up games, and they have a great AV system for music or watching a sporting event. We have hosted parties here for 10+ years - and we will be back!”

“i thought that the food selections were great. the food was hot and displayed well. we will definitely go back again.”

“Food is always fresh and orders are correct, and everyone does a great job getting people through the line quickly! Also all of the staff I’ve interacted with have been super friendly and helpful :) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Erica is the best waitress!”

“Early dinner so no wait. Service started off slow but was fine once the order was taken. Food came out quickly and all cooked to the requested temp. The only small setback was the place could use a bit of dusting.”

“Joshua was a fantastic server. The double frozen strawberry margaritas with salt, truffle fries and cheese curds were terrific. It was my first visit there and I look forward to going back. Our party of 7 had a blast.”

“Shoyu ramen= amazing. Comforting and delicious every time.”

“Hi...My hubby-Bryan & I have gone here recently & its the Best Breakfast Restaurant in Champaign Illinois & we will be trying their lunch meal next time!! The Waitress- Olga is always the Best, the Owner is Always Friendly!! The Food is Fast & Delicious!!”

“If you want good food...... The Burrito Lab isn't just another fast-casual spot – it's a place where you can get genuinely great food served with a side of genuine warmth. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the incredibly friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The staff acted less like servers and more like old friends, greeting me with such enthusiasm that it felt like I was a regular. What was even more surprising was that they remembered me from a single previous visit! This kind of personal touch is rare and truly makes The Burrito Lab stand out. But the exceptional service is only half the story; the food itself is truly outstanding. Compared to the often bland and processed offerings of big chain fast-food companies, The Burrito Lab's food is in a different league altogether. The flavors are fresh, vibrant, and genuinely satisfying. You can taste the quality of the ingredients, and it's clear that they take pride in what they serve. It's the kind of food that leaves you feeling good, not just full. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, The Burrito Lab offers a refreshing alternative to the usual fast-food fare. The combination of delicious, high-quality food and a genuinely friendly, welcoming staff makes this a place I'll definitely be returning to again and again. If you're in the area and looking for a burrito that tastes like it was made with care, served by people who genuinely appreciate your business, then The Burrito Lab is a must-try. It's more than just a meal; it's a genuinely pleasant experience.”

“A very nice ramen place. They have quite a variety of dishes to choose from. Their appetizers are also good. I ordered deep fried oysters. It was delicious!! Their Tonkotsu ramen is very flavorful. The staff here are very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere is very nice. This is a good ramen place!!!”

“super friendly and great coffee. do yourself a favor and check it out!”

“The strawberry matcha was fresh and delicious despite the fact that the matcha could’ve been stronger. The hojicha latte was lacking sweetness even at 75% sugar level but the toasty flavor was just right.”

“🌟 Mama’s Kitchen – A Hidden Gem for Gujarati Cuisine in Urbana-Champaign! 🌟
I had an absolutely amazing experience at Mama’s Kitchen!🫶🫶🫶
From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt welcoming and homely. The food was beyond delicious 😋😋😋😋😋😋— especially the Gujarati dishes and snacks, which were unlike anything I’ve ever had before. Every bite was packed with authentic flavors and reminded me of traditional home-cooked meals.😍😍
The variety of snacks was impressive, and each one had its own unique taste and texture. It’s rare to find such genuine Gujarati food outside of Gujarat, and Mama’s Kitchen truly delivers an unforgettable culinary experience.
If you're in Urbana-Champaign and craving something flavorful, comforting, and unique — Mama’s Kitchen is a must-visit! I’ll definitely be coming back.👍👏”

“I've been pulling through probably once a week since they did their free drink hours and everytime I go I try something new. Makynna has been incredibly helpful in finding my favorite coffee drinks - Cinamon Roll with Mocha, Sherman has helped me find my favorite Chai - Brewchata is delicious, and Brooke helped me find my favorite energies - Heatwave with Kiwi. All this to say that this stand should have way more people lining up. This stand has an incredible team working every day and they are super helpful! My last interaction with Katie taking my order made my whole day. Do give some of these drinks a try and I'm sure you won't be disappointed.”

“This location is amazing! Great service all the way around! Crumbl also is a 10/10 mustang try! There’s no way you won’t find something on their cookie list tha you won’t like! From cakes, to mousse, they have many amazing options!”

“Place is completely different than when the last owners had it.

The service was excellent and friendly
The food was especially tasty and huge portions.
Can you believe they have a 20 foot LED screen where you can watch the game?

Oh, and they even have an arcade room!!!

very impressed and I’ll definitely will be back.”

“The hounds rest used to be the blind pig. The new ownership has done a fantastic job keeping the local charm while making tasteful updates. The aesthetic is old English and it's on point.

I can't say it enough. I love their support of local breweries and the community. They participate in so many events and even host events. I consider this bar whenever I want a night out or just a quick drink with friends.”

“It's primarily a take-out-only place with a few seats available. The interior was clean, and the service was quick. It also offers self-ordering kiosks. The coconut latte tasted great, and their default sweetness level is definitely much more subdued than that of some other chains.”

“One of the best hot pot spots I’ve been to! The ingredients are super fresh, the broth is flavorful, and the variety of options is impressive. The staff is very friendly and attentive, and the service is quick. The restaurant is clean and comfortable — perfect for gathering with friends or family. Highly recommend if you’re craving a delicious and satisfying hot pot experience!”

“24 different beers to try & amazing food! Love the pizzas and sandwiches. Boyfriend says that they have the best Ruben in town. I love the cup and char pizza and the turkey bacon pepper jam sandwich.”

“Awesome and very good thank you”

“One of my absolute favorite spots in town! This restaurant offers an incredible selection of flavors for Malatang and Malaxiangguo. All the ingredients are laid out beautifully, allowing you to pick exactly what you want – from meats to fresh vegetables and noodles. The ingredients are always super fresh and the broths are rich and flavorful. Whether you're craving something spicy or mild, there's something to choose from.”

“Great atmosphere. I love sitting out in the patio area on summer evenings. The expanded cocktail menu really works well for non-been drinkers like myself but there are still plenty of beer options for others”