Visited recently. Great atmosphere inside, with friendly staff, but this was unfortunately our first and last time visiting. Our appetizer wasn't hot. Just warm. As if it had been sitting for a little. I ordered a fried alligator po boy, the style with coleslaw on it, and fries for my side. Received my food, which was just warm, and had blackened and grilled, not fried alligator. And fried okra for my side. It took another 10/15 minutes or so just to get my correct side. I mentioned there was no coleslaw like it was supposed to have and was told they ran out and wasn't know this until my food came. My food was very spicy (blackened alligator) and unfortunately I couldn't eat more than a few bites, so just decided to ask for a box, which took around 15 minutes to get. As we left the person waiting on us was on their phone playing so I wonder if this is why we had so many issues throughout our dinner. My husband's food was warm as well, not hot. Ended up spending almost 100 bucks to end up just grabbing Steak N Shake on our way back home. We will not be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Marsha Morrison
The oyster mushroom poboy is incredible. I had their vegan greens with a catering package. They don't offer them in the restaurant but I would order them every time if they did. Mac and cheese need I say more? Had vegan jambalaya and a side of red beans and rice. By the time I left I had a food baby and a whole other meal for tomorrow. 100% recommended you won't leave hungry. I'm told the alligator and the ribs are delicious too. Sign up for the rewards
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jambalaya
Ann Richter
My go to for fabulous food, drinks and service!! ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jaclynn Hamilton
Absolutely 5 stars! Our waitress was so kind and sweet! The food....OMGOODNESS...AMAZING. Fall off the bone ribs, and absolute perfection on the collard greens!!!!! Only a few minor complaints. One of the employees seemed to be overly excited about life as she was extremely loud, almost yelling from the back of the restaurant to where we could hear every word. It was obnoxious and did not fit the vibe. But I appreciate the outgoing spirit for sure! She may not have realized her level of sound! The music choice playing over the speakers was awesome, but seemed a little loud. Overall there atmosphere was good. Food even better. When we visit again we will be back!!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Elaine McClendon
Visit on a regular base and always invite my guess to go when they visit me. The food taste is excellent.
Just got one of my many pick up/delivery orders. Smothered Chops! Love em. Tonight I didn’t get the extra chop though. Not salty though, all them stars! Please make cornbread dressing an every day side. It’s so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kim Ellison
Food c was just ok. Was on the pricey side. 2 people $100. Not including tip.we tipped 20$
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brandy Hines
Shrimp & Grits were 🔥
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delight Deloney
Everything about this place is excellent!!! The food! The customer service! The cleanliness! And, the atmosphere is definitely a vibe!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephanie Baumhover
Wonderful experience all around! We were in from out of town and had found this gem through Google and we were not disappointed in any way. Food was amazing, service was amazing, vibe was amazing. All great things! Brunch was full of options and all were delicious!
My family and I enjoy dining at Gayle Starks' Neil Street Blues, a wonderful restaurant in Champaign, Illinois, that serves delicious food in an upbeat atmosphere. Gayle and her team are very enthusiastic, professional, knowledgeable, courteous, patient and so very warm, kind, and compassionate.
Our family decided to have our Thanksgiving catered by Neil Street Blues and we could not have been more pleased with our dinner!!!! The turkey was seasoned to perfection and so juicy, the ham was succulent, the mashed potatoes so buttery, the greens were perfect!!!!
We are excited and look forward to enjoying a wonderful, delicious CHRISTmas dinner catered by Neil Street Blues, what a treat!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
P (K)
A nice restaurant. They have a lot of options for food you can get. They also have a nice selection of drinks you can try. The staff here are very friendly. The atmosphere is very nice.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Kenneth S Thompson
When I visit Champaign, this is my favorite place to dine. During my visit, a week ago, I had the Blackend Catfish Fillet, collared Greens and a Cup of Gumbo with cornbread. And I also ordered the Peach Cobbler to go. Catfish was again delicious. I was not disappointed. The sides were good, and the dessert that I ate later that day was very good. Service was good. I had an early dinner so it was not busy. In my view the price was fair. Because I ate early, I did not get to enjoy the live entertainment that usually very pleasant for a dinner atmosphere. I have been here each time I traveled to Champaign and I have not been disappointed as I get exactly what I expect- delicious food. I plan to try the Jambalaya next time. I encourage people to check this place out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Threat To Thriving, Inc
I dont neet the owner but was thibkjbg, she should keep an ey on her employees. They dont value her business as muxh as she does, but then the reviews. Well someone cclaimed to be the owner. My frkend said that was not the owner. Keep an eye till you know your staff is on point. I was treated poorly by bartender and waitress. KJ was friendly. bar food chicken wings was on delicious, but with BBQ wjngs theyb Didn't provide napkins or the drink I requested. Was ignored by bartender all night. Very rude everytime. Ignored me and only responded when a regular asked her to help me. I wanted food she said she didn't know how I could get it. Girls in audience saying nasty things while I was up for karaoke. SMH sad
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Mike Gergory
Awesome food and customer service!! I will definitely be back!
Visited recently. Great atmosphere inside, with friendly staff, but this was unfortunately our first and last time visiting.
Our appetizer wasn't hot. Just warm. As if it had been sitting for a little. I ordered a fried alligator po boy, the style with coleslaw on it, and fries for my side. Received my food, which was just warm, and had blackened and grilled, not fried alligator. And fried okra for my side. It took another 10/15 minutes or so just to get my correct side. I mentioned there was no coleslaw like it was supposed to have and was told they ran out and wasn't know this until my food came. My food was very spicy (blackened alligator) and unfortunately I couldn't eat more than a few bites, so just decided to ask for a box, which took around 15 minutes to get. As we left the person waiting on us was on their phone playing so I wonder if this is why we had so many issues throughout our dinner. My husband's food was warm as well, not hot. Ended up spending almost 100 bucks to end up just grabbing Steak N Shake on our way back home. We will not be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
The oyster mushroom poboy is incredible. I had their vegan greens with a catering package. They don't offer them in the restaurant but I would order them every time if they did. Mac and cheese need I say more? Had vegan jambalaya and a side of red beans and rice. By the time I left I had a food baby and a whole other meal for tomorrow. 100% recommended you won't leave hungry. I'm told the alligator and the ribs are delicious too. Sign up for the rewards
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Jambalaya
My go to for fabulous food, drinks and service!! ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely 5 stars! Our waitress was so kind and sweet! The food....OMGOODNESS...AMAZING. Fall off the bone ribs, and absolute perfection on the collard greens!!!!! Only a few minor complaints. One of the employees seemed to be overly excited about life as she was extremely loud, almost yelling from the back of the restaurant to where we could hear every word. It was obnoxious and did not fit the vibe. But I appreciate the outgoing spirit for sure! She may not have realized her level of sound! The music choice playing over the speakers was awesome, but seemed a little loud. Overall there atmosphere was good. Food even better. When we visit again we will be back!!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Visit on a regular base and always invite my guess to go when they visit me. The food taste is excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Green Tomatoes, Crab Cakes, Catfish, Egg Rolls, Candied Yams, Hush Puppies
Just got one of my many pick up/delivery orders. Smothered Chops! Love em. Tonight I didn’t get the extra chop though. Not salty though, all them stars! Please make cornbread dressing an every day side. It’s so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food c was just ok. Was on the pricey side. 2 people $100. Not including tip.we tipped 20$
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shrimp & Grits were 🔥
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything about this place is excellent!!! The food! The customer service! The cleanliness! And, the atmosphere is definitely a vibe!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful experience all around! We were in from out of town and had found this gem through Google and we were not disappointed in any way. Food was amazing, service was amazing, vibe was amazing. All great things! Brunch was full of options and all were delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
My family and I enjoy dining at Gayle Starks' Neil Street Blues, a wonderful restaurant in Champaign, Illinois, that serves delicious food in an upbeat atmosphere. Gayle and her team are very enthusiastic, professional, knowledgeable, courteous, patient and so very warm, kind, and compassionate.
Our family decided to have our Thanksgiving catered by Neil Street Blues and we could not have been more pleased with our dinner!!!! The turkey was seasoned to perfection and so juicy, the ham was succulent, the mashed potatoes so buttery, the greens were perfect!!!!
We are excited and look forward to enjoying a wonderful, delicious CHRISTmas dinner catered by Neil Street Blues, what a treat!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A nice restaurant. They have a lot of options for food you can get. They also have a nice selection of drinks you can try. The staff here are very friendly. The atmosphere is very nice.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
When I visit Champaign, this is my favorite place to dine. During my visit, a week ago, I had the Blackend Catfish Fillet, collared Greens and a Cup of Gumbo with cornbread. And I also ordered the Peach Cobbler to go. Catfish was again delicious. I was not disappointed. The sides were good, and the dessert that I ate later that day was very good. Service was good. I had an early dinner so it was not busy. In my view the price was fair. Because I ate early, I did not get to enjoy the live entertainment that usually very pleasant for a dinner atmosphere. I have been here each time I traveled to Champaign and I have not been disappointed as I get exactly what I expect- delicious food. I plan to try the Jambalaya next time. I encourage people to check this place out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I dont neet the owner but was thibkjbg, she should keep an ey on her employees. They dont value her business as muxh as she does, but then the reviews. Well someone cclaimed to be the owner. My frkend said that was not the owner. Keep an eye till you know your staff is on point. I was treated poorly by bartender and waitress. KJ was friendly. bar food chicken wings was on delicious, but with BBQ wjngs theyb Didn't provide napkins or the drink I requested. Was ignored by bartender all night. Very rude everytime. Ignored me and only responded when a regular asked her to help me. I wanted food she said she didn't know how I could get it. Girls in audience saying nasty things while I was up for karaoke. SMH sad
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Awesome food and customer service!! I will definitely be back!
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