8 Best Cafes in Champaign

“This shop was a great place to cool off. It has 2 rooms which was really interesting, and they crew helped me pick something good from the cold menu.

Grab some extra waters to share with pups and friends outside--it's hot.“

“Great food. However, your employee who hands out food could use a better attitude.. every time I say thank you to them they always without fail just ignore me/friends/etc. Also your tables are highkey dirty please clean them more frequently“

“I come to this Panera all the time and it's always been great, today however I think they may have swapped the names on my order with someone else's food, because I opened my pick up order and it was nothing I ordered. Still ate it and it was pretty good! ????“

“Stopped in on or way back from Chicago and had a great tasting espresso and coffee right off I-57. Thanks to Sarah for making good coffee and a tasty salad & sandwich for us! Friendly and helpful service!“

“Everything in my order was correct. The person at the window was also very friendly! My issue was that I chose rapid pickup drive-thru only to sit in the Drive-Thru for more than 30 minutes. The drive-thru is also surrounded by a garden, so once you are in, you can't get out. It's worth getting out of your car for regular rapid pick up.“

“They do not have any gluten-free food options other than a repacked brownie, so I wouldn't recommend if you're looking for good and gluten free. Nice space and nice variety of drinks.

Dietary restrictions: Not good for gluten free“

“Nice cafe inside Champaign Public Library (which is great on its own!). NO CHARGE for milk alternatives!! Espresso, drip coffee, cold brew, tea, prepackaged cooler options (juice, seltzer, etc.). Some vegan food options including bags of chips, veggie and fruit bowls, and a veggie hummus wrap. They are unsure if the wrap itself is entirely vegan ingredients but are looking into it, seems to just be a large flour wrap. Prices are great- they also have a punch card (10 drinks for 1 free) and $1 hot coffee with your own cup. Coffee and tea are sourced local from Columbia Street Roastery. Free parking on multiple bus lines, and easily walkable from UIUC. Great public library and a great place to work, socialize, etc. Outdoor seating available too!“

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