Bentley's Pub

419 N Neil St, Champaign
(217) 359-7977

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Lacey

The door man, Gabriel, wouldn't let my 77 year old mother into the bar because she didn't have her ID on her. We understand the issue with not having the ID, but the way he spoke to her was disgusting. He was so rude and disrespectful. Because of him I won't ever spend another dollar in this place and I will urge others to go elsewhere.

Service: 1

Aria Smith

This place is mediocre and isn’t too friendly towards people especially women. The man at the door jumped tough with me (a woman) and then decided to play victim once he saw I wasn’t going to let him punk me. He didn’t want me to check on my friends outside the bar, mind you it’s a group of black women. They aren’t even loud or rude and didn’t cause any problems. When I got inside my buddies from a previous bar called me over, we exchanged a few words and giggles beforehand , so I wasn’t in a bad mood . He decided to get rude even after I communicated to him that I was just seeing if my group had decided to take off so I could alert my buddy that we needed to go after them or not. I never completely left the bar , I just poked my head out, not even letting anyone in and when someone from the group came into view I let them know I was just checking in on them and he begins to try to kick me out of the bar . The man invaded my personal space so I shoved him and he keeps blocking my way in creating a scene like I’m doing something wrong. This is before I was able to get a drink myself. I’m a nice tipper and I’m kind to everyone I come across. There’s many servers and bartenders of every race that know me in the area. The attitude seemed personal, and this isn’t the first time I came here and got off vibes, but I thought maybe the first time there was a bad day . This is only my 2nd visit and I won’t be back. Honestly I don’t encourage any black/brown people or women to spend their dollar there. Not if they’re going to pick fights and threaten to call the police just because a white man cried wolf. Mind you right after that I found a woman too drunk to stand a couple minutes after that and had to ensure that she got to safety and I didn’t know her from a can of paint. That could’ve been someone from my group. There’s a restaurant/bar down the street that cares about their patrons and they are never rude no matter your gender, race, or sexuality. Even the security at the door has basic decency. Everyone deserves to be treated with respect. And to the white patron that had no idea what was going on but automatically assumed I was in the wrong because a white man was making it seem like I did something wrong you’re just as bad. I’ve heard the stories but I didn’t think I’d find out for myself. It sucks when you finally decide to explore the town you’ve been living in for over a year and get met with this kind of b.s.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Erich

Best pub in the city

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cory Macklin

Complete trash. Unfriendly bar renders. Door man super rude.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Bill

Bentley’s had a low-key sports bar vibe when we visited. We tried the Tiramisu and Don’t Chai This at Home - both creative in concept but a bit too heavy on the liquor to fully enjoy.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Niki Moore

Love this place! Moved away last year and missed it so much I had to drive 7 hours just to get some white lies and see the awesome bartenders!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Daniel Rogers

My personal go to

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

P (K)

A hidden gem local bar in town. The patio area is very nice and relaxing. They have a variety of drinks you can order. The price here is very friendly for students and locals. The staff here are very nice and friendly. Nice place!!!

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 4

Andrea Alguire

Great little pub- not crazy busy and not blasting music. The drinks were great- affordable, creative, and tasty.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Sam Tanielian

Gotta get you the coffee tequila and cream shot

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jeremy Enos

Just had a beer. One of the few places with Guinness on tap.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Deanna Price

Im so sorry we were just here! We looked you guys up on google and I guess when it was in my pocket it gave you guys a 1 star! Thank you for messaging me bc I would’ve NEVER known! I don’t ever give out 1 star reviews. So sorry!!! You guys were great.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

James

Slightly sad I got an old fashioned in a plastic cup while everyone else in bar had real glass.

William S

Nice laid-back atmosphere. Good tap selection and some Central Waters beer in bottles.

Cristian JC

It is very good to find something open at 1 in the morning and very good service

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