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Blind Pig Brewery
Located in downtown Champaign, Blind Pig brews its own craft beers. With its beautiful wood interior, casks full of local brews and friendly locals, this bar is a must-see. When the weather is nice, venture outside and enjoy the large outdoor beer garden.
CITY: Champaign
Funks Grove Pure Maple Syrup
Guided tours offered during February and March that show syrup making by the "Boiling Down" process. Gift store stocked with syrup as well as Route 66 memorabilia.
CITY: Shirley
Cowboy Monkey
Nightlife Bar for casual chatting with friends and family. Dining options during the day as well as full service bar during dining hours.
CITY: Champaign
Alto Vineyards Tasting Room
Alto Vineyards' retail wine shop and tasting room offers custom gift baskets, gourmet foods and local artwork. Indoor and outdoor seating offers a place to relax with a glass of Alto's finest. Alto's original location is situated in Alto Pass, on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.
CITY: Champaign
Boomerang Bar & Grill
This laid back local bar has pool tables, great food and no cover charge except when bands play.
CITY: Urbana
BlueLine Night Club
There's great bands and sophisticated atmosphere at the BlueLine Night Club in Downtown Bloomington!
CITY: Bloomington
Illinois Brewing Company
Great brewing company in a beautiful bar! Lunch and dinner served.
CITY: Bloomington
The Loft - Bloomington
Enjoy this newly renovated martini bar with a wonderful atmosphere! No food served.
CITY: Bloomington
Laugh Comedy Club
Some of the nations best comedians grace the stage every week at Bloomington's ONLY Comedy Club! We offer low ticket prices, great food and drinks and under 21 is permitted to enter. Join us every Thursday for College Night! Shows are Thursday, Friday, Saturday!
CITY: Bloomington
Joe's Brewery
Serving only the finest bar food available, Joe’s is the home of the Super Bird and a great place to grab some tasty wings or burgers, as well as the best fish sandwich you’ll find anywhere. Joe’s continues to provide a high energy atmosphere only available on a college campus as well as great food at a reasonable price. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
CITY: Champaign
Chicago Style Pizzeria
Chicago Style Pizzeria is a locally owned and operated restaurant that offers pizza as well as appetizers, Black Angus burgers, gourmet sandwiches, salads and pasta dinners. Chicago Style Pizzeria is famous for its daily lunch and dinner buffet, and its Alfredo Pizza. The Pizzeria's pizza offerings include thin crust pizza, deep pan pizza and stuffed pizza. Traditional pizza sauces are available as well as whole peeled tomato, Alfredo, garlic butter, BBQ sauce and Buffalo sauce. Also traditional and gourmet toppings are offered. Finally, a cheeseless pizza is available in both the thin crust and deep pan pizza.
CITY: Bloomington
Crane Alley
COME SEE WHAT CRANE ALLEY HAS TO OFFER.... THE BEST SANDWICHES, ENTREES AND FRESH SEAFOOD SPECIALS IN TOWN, 16 BEERS ON TAP AND OVER 100 IMPORT AND DOMESTIC BOTTLES, EXTENSIVE WINE LIST, 4 DIAMOND PROFESSIONAL POOL TABLES AND 80 SEAT BEER GARDEN.
CITY: Urbana
Mulligans
Famous for Long Island Iced Teas! Always a packed crowd in Downtown Bloomington!
CITY: Bloomington
Boltini Lounge
BOLTINI LOUNGE is the quintessential cocktail lounge of the Champaign-Urbana community. Located in the heart of downtown Champaign, Boltini offers a great selection of liquor, food, entertainment and fun. It truly is the adult playground of downtown welcoming any and everybody from the downtown hipster to the professional enjoying a happy hour cocktail to our own service industry friends and everybody in between.
CITY: Champaign
Chester Street Dance Club
Located in downtown Champaign, this huge dance club features DJs spinning everything from Top 40 remixes to electro-industrial dance. Cool down on the outdoor patio.
CITY: Champaign
Bridget's Blarney Stone
Bar & Grill - Small Town Hang Out Spot; with Karoke every 1st and 3rd Friday of each month
CITY: Ivesdale
The Bistro
One of the oldest gay clubs in Central Illinois, The Bistro features friendly bartenders, dancing, drag shows and DJs in downtown Bloomington.
CITY: Bloomington
Mug Shots Bar
Located across the street from the Law and Justice Center. This is a great place to visit after work or party late into the night.
CITY: Bloomington
Canopy Club
Canopy Club is committed to diversity in the entertainment it provides for its diverse patron base. The Canopy Club also strives to foster an environment of activism for positive social and environmental change through hosting various benefits and informational gatherings. In striving to achieve the highest level of entertainment, the Canopy Club prides itself on being able to offer entertainment for all walks of life. Whether you like rock, country, hip hop, jazz, funk, indie or anything in between, the Canopy Club has something to offer you. If you're a fan of live music and entertainment, the Canopy Club is your home in central Illinois! Come see live music at the Canopy!
CITY: Urbana
Lancaster's Restaurant
Lancaster's Restaurant, located in historic Downtown Bloomington, serves a fusion-style cuisine in a casually sophisticated setting.
CITY: Bloomington
Boltini Lounge
Charming and elegant. Sophisticated liquor selection, light gourmet menu and outdoor patio.
CITY: Champaign
Pekara Bakery & Bistro
We are a traditional European bakery, featuring made-from-scratch breads with no preservatives or artificial flavorings. We have been serving Champaign wonderful breads since January 2005, and have a great, distinctive menu of items. From savory sandwiches, crêpes, and wonderful soups, to sweet pastries, pies, and cookies, you can find most anything you'd like at Pekara. We even help you stay ahead for that special event, baking pastries, baklava, breads, and other treats for those special occasions.
CITY: Champaign
Fiesta Cafe'
Started in 1988 with the goal of serving the best Mexican food for people who care about quality. We brought our recipes from all over Mexico here to the heart of Champaign for all guests and visitors to enjoy.
CITY: Champaign
Soma Ultralounge
Talk about setting the mood. With an atmosphere flushed with warm reds and bathed in caramel and gold lighting, the mood at Soma is always one of urbane expectation. Anything can happen here, and it does.
CITY: Champaign
Bentley's Pub
This traditional pub in Downtown Champaign is off the beaten path and likes it that way. A great selection of beers and a crowd of regulars keep this bar hopping. Live music weekly.
CITY: Champaign
Apple Dumpling
Looking for a friendly family like service restaurant, and excellent dining options? Well unlike any other restaurant in Urbana; the Apple Dumpling can't be more of a family-style dining establishment. With their featured menu item, the fried chicken which receives 4 stars in the local review you can't beat the food here at Apple Dumpling.
CITY: Urbana
Station Two Twenty
Station Two Twenty, cultivated by Epiphany Farms Enterprise Inc., believes in creating a new food system that provides exceptional cuisine with a sustainable future. Epiphany Farms combines products from its land with those of local producers to supply Station Two Twenty's ever-changing, always seasonal menu. Our mission is to blend socially conscious farming techniques with comfortable fine dining, to produce something that customers not only enjoy, but also believe in.
CITY: Bloomington
O'Charley's
Stop by after a long day of shopping on Prospect Ave. and, or Market Place Shopping Center, and enjoy a casual setting in the dining room and great American food selections from hot off the grill with your backyard neighborhood feeling, but with someone else doing all the cooking! Not hungry, then order a beverage and chill out in the bar & lounge section getting caught up on the day's news and sports headlines on one of the many television's. Also available for large groups either family reservations, or for business meetings in the back of the restaurant.
CITY: Champaign
Flat Top Grill
Flat Top Grill is a neighborhood create-your-own stir-fry restaurant featuring fresh vegetables, a variety of proteins, and homemade sauces.
CITY: Champaign
Best Wok
Customers' satisfaction is our first priority. We always serve good authentic Chinese food in fair price.
CITY: Champaign
Elroy's
Cheer on your favorite team at Elroy’s! Featuring 24 TV sets, including 7 big screens! We offer a full menu and beer garden, with delicious food served by the best staff in town.
CITY: Bloomington
Cafe Kopi
Consistently voted that best cafe in the area, Cafe Kopi offers gourmet coffees, a full cappuccino bar, and a wide selection of loose teas. Unique to local coffee-houses we also feature fresh-squeezed vegetable juices, fruit smoothies, and light lunch fare. A full liquor menu allows us to supplement your coffee with Baileys, amaretto and Irish whisky, or choose from a fine selection of beers, wines, ports, Scotches, and Cognacs.
CITY: Champaign
Insomnia Cookies
Sweet Tooth for a cookie? Then stop by and grab a cookie while walking thru campustown or walking on the infamous Quad.
CITY: Champaign
Baxter's American Grille
Baxter’s American Grille is the number one spot for modern atmosphere, exquisite food, fine wine, and in-house specialty drinks in the Bloomington area. Located at the Holiday Inn and Suites and across for Central Illinois Regional Airport, Baxter's American Grills brings big-city feel to the heart of the Midwest. Baxter’s American Grille now offers seasonal menus that boast a variety of signature dishes that you can't get find anywhere else. The new concept provides a delicious variety of steaks, seafood and chops accompanied with a Management & Chef team that are dedicated to a unique culinary experience. Whether you stop in for one of their new signature martinis or dine in the upscale open kitchen concept, Baxter’s American Grille is the destination for your evening out!
CITY: Bloomington
Ko Fusion
Kofusion proudly serves natural meats, wild caught seafood and local produce. Our menu features both signature sushi and a unique blend of Contemporary American and Asian cuisine. We have an extensive beer and wine menu and offer a full array of sakes and house cocktails. In addition to fine dining table service, our stunning space houses a drink bar, sushi bar, private party room and seasonal outdoor seating. Kofusion delivers a truly unique experience in the heart of downtown Champaign.
CITY: Champaign
Geovanti's
A little bit of Italy & a whole lot more located in the heart of student life on Green Street in Champaign!
CITY: Champaign
Antonio's Pizza
Located on the University of Illinois campus for students needing that late pizza craving Antonio's is for the mouthwatering pizza lover loaded with toppings on freshly made crust, and a variety of scrumptious appetizers and hearty sandwiches, look no further than Antonio's!
CITY: Champaign
The Original Pancake House
Wake-up to one of the ORIGINAL pancake houses located in the Midwest. Specifically opened just for serving breakfast (closes at 2 p.m.) try all types of pancakes they offer at the original pancake house! The Original Pancake House is a second and third generation family business, which takes great pride in maintaining the high standards that make our food so outstanding.
CITY: Champaign
Noodles & Co.
Your Champaign 6th & Green Noodles & Company restaurant is the perfect stop-over for a satisfying lunch or dinner, while you're shopping in Campustown, out for dinner and a movie, or enjoying the local attractions.
CITY: Champaign
bacaro
Upscale wine bar in Downtown Champaign offering an eclectic menu and outstanding wine list. A lounge on one side is great for small groups desiring an intimate evening.
CITY: Champaign
Prime Time Pizza
Thank you for choosing Prime Time Pizza!!! Champaign-Urbana’s # 1 pizza delivery. Our pizza’s are made with top quality ingredients and Grande Mozzerella cheese to bring you THE best pizza around!!! Not in the mood for pizza? Then try one of our awesome Calzones, which we know you will love. How about a PoorBoy Sandwich? All made with 100% quality ingredients to put your taste buds in heaven. Don’t forget to check out our side orders, breadsticks, garlic bread, and a complete menu loaded with other goodies. Our menu is HUGE, Our prices are small!!!
CITY: Champaign
Mirabelle Fine Pastries
Open for breakfast serving freshly made doughnuts, bagels, muffins. As well as producing other pastry items all day for those with a sweet tooth.
CITY: Urbana
Texas Roadhouse
Located off of Interstate 72/57, top in and enjoy a true Texas sized porterhouse steak. Call ahead for reservations, or for special group outings; they've got the space to accommodate large meetings, or special family events for large parties.
CITY: Champaign
Emerald City Lounge
The Emerald City Lounge is a clean, contemporary Martini Bar welcoming diverse communities to the venue. A place where family and friends of all communities can feel welcomed and at home!
CITY: Champaign
Brown Bag Deli-Restaurant
The Brown Bag boasts a large selection of homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, pies and cookies. All pies are homemade at "Pies by Inge". Informal atmosphere and no reservations required. Gourmet food shop and card/gift shop all under one roof.
CITY: Monticello
Kennedy's at Stone Creek
Kennedy's at Stone Creek offers fine dining overlooking the beautiful Stone Creek Golf Course in southeast Urbana. Both Kennedy's and the Stone Creek Golf Club are public, requiring no membership. Kennedy's specializes in award winning fresh seafood and Certified Angus Beef steaks and offers a mixed cuisine of entrees, salads, soups, sandwiches and appetizers. Reservations are requested, but walk-ins are always welcome, space permitting. Kennedy's at Stone Creek has no dress code and is completely non-smoking.
CITY: Urbana
Hot Wok Express
Lunch and dinner served. Saturday and Sunday buffet with free drink and salad. Chinese food with no MSG.
CITY: Bloomington
Longhorn Smokehouse
Visit the Longhorn Smokehouse for perfect Texas barbecue! This restaurant is family and locally owned since 1998. Dine in, carry out or drive thru!
CITY: Bloomington
Pub 1
Pub 1 is a full service bar located on the west side of Bloomington. Lunch served.
CITY: Bloomington
Fat Jack's
Fat Jack's is one of the premier bars in Central Illinois featuring the best selection of microbrews and imports on draught, with 26 handles and a knowledgeable staff. In the mood for cocktails? Our bar staff will be happy to mix one from our premium selection of spirits including our Fat Jack cocktail. Whatever you’re in the mood for, you can find it at Fat Jack's!
CITY: Bloomington
T.G.I. Friday's
Get ready for an Illinois home game, or stop by after the game perhaps on your way back to the Hawthorn Suites which is connected with TGI Friday's. This is a great place to gather, and on nice Illinois Fall days it's a great walking opportunity to come to the game that day.
CITY: Champaign
Jimmy John's
Work on campus, visiting either as an alumni or your child at school, and looking to eat healthy? Well then look no further then Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches. This convenient location right in the middle of shopping, for students partying late into the evening, and so on is the perfect spot to grab a sandwich EVEN if it's at 1, 2 in the morning!
CITY: Champaign
Alexander's Steakhouse
At Alexander’s Steakhouse, each guest has the opportunity to select their own Steak from the locker and cook it their own special way over a live charcoal grill. Guests can select from twelve different Steak Cuts, such as Ribeye, T-Bone, Filet or our own “Santa Maria” Top Sirloin. All steaks are hand cut daily by our in-house butchers from aged USDA choice Midwestern Beef. Perfect place for groups!
CITY: Champaign
It's Brothers Bar & Grill
Built upstairs in one of the historic buildings located on Green St., Brother's is THE place for students to hang out with friends and, or make new acquaintances. This bar is not just for students of the U of I, but for other college students in neighboring cities and counties next to Champaign County to come hang out for a night with students of the University of Illinois! Brothers' ultimate mission is to provide a comprehensive entertainment venue, with an emphasis on fun, safety, and cleanliness. We will provide great service to our customers through a well trained and caring staff that pledges to get it right. We will strive to lead, not follow, and be better than we were the day before.
CITY: Champaign
Legends
Watch the hometown ILLINI play on one of the many flat screen TVs, or on the movie theater style projection screen Legends has every home and away game. Also the home to the NFL every Sunday during the season as well as the other Illinois sports teams such as Cubs, Blackhawks, Bulls, etc. They ALL play in here in the heart of campustown. Legends the official sports bar to the University of Illinois!!
CITY: Champaign
Ming Garden
Experience true Chinese cuisine at Ming Garden located just off of Mattis Avenue and nearby Champaign Centennial High School.
CITY: Champaign
Jupiter's Pizzeria and Billiards Downtown
The place for Cues and Brews, if you choose to peruse. The perfect scene to make friends, and meet up with friends or business colleagues. A downtown hotspot in Champaign since 1997.
CITY: Champaign
Silvercreek
Urbana’s Silvercreek Restaurant is a perfect locale for casual fine-dining. Come in and experience a vast array of tasteful delicacies such as fresh fish and juicy steaks, along with enticing vegetarian-friendly dishes. We are proud to use fresh, local ingredients, and all of our artisan breads are baked in-house from scratch every day.
CITY: Urbana
Das Cafe
German lunches and dinners. European beer and wine. Soups, salads, sandwiches and wraps. Breakfast anytime. Specialty coffee and espresso drinks in the heart of downtown Urbana.
CITY: Urbana
Jimmy John's
Need a place to eat healthy and take a break from shopping up and down on Prospect Avenue? Are you traveling thru Champaign, and need a really good gourmet sub sandwich? Then stop in at this Jimmy John's location conveniently located off of Interstate 74! This location is inside Mobil Super Pantry, so if traveling, fill up on fuel while passing thru Champaign onto your vacation (or business) destination!
CITY: Champaign
Peking Garden
Delicious savory soft meats, crispy tantalizing appetizers, steamy mouthwatering vegetables, hot beds of rice, fine wines, boutique beers and whiskeys are the classic comforts of Peking Garden--a 200 seat restaurant offering delicious Mandarin/Szechuan Cuisine every day and every holiday in the heart of downtown Champaign IL.
CITY: Champaign
Rainbow Garden
Rainbow Garden Restaurant, conveniently located at 1402 South Neil Street in Champaign, has been serving the residents of Champaign, Urbana, Savoy and the surrounding area since 1999. Under new management since late 2005, Rainbow Garden offers the finest selection of authentic Chinese cuisine in Central Illinois. Specializing in the most popular styles; Mandarin, Cantonese, and Szechuan; our chefs are world class.
CITY: Champaign
The Cookie Jar
The Cookie Jar...in the heart of the University of Illinois campus! We carry a full line of unique handmade iced decorated cookies and gourmet cookies each one handmade one by one. We have all occasion and holiday designs for special dates such as Valentine's Day, Halloween, Birthday, Christmas, and more. Come on in to our webstore and take a look around. We know that you will find exactly what you are looking for! Our cookies are made with natural ingredients with no change in flavor, presentation or biological characteristics. Our company meets all government agencies standards required to produce and export edible products. We have been appointed with all the necessary permits to bake, operate and sell our products Quite Possible the World's Best Cookies!!
CITY: Champaign
La Bamba Mexican Resturant
La Bamba restaurants bring you a genuine Mexican eating experience—with large portions, lots of flavor, and all the food prepared in front of you to your specifications. We offer fresh, flavorful, authentic, high-quality food in a warm and casual atmosphere. And, we’re open late. Come and visit La Bamba for yourself and see why our loyal customers keep coming back for more. ¡Buen provecho!
CITY: Champaign
Bunny's Tavern
Stop by after work for Happy Hour with colleagues or other friends, or party late into the evening with friends either for a special occasion, perhaps its just the weekend, or just need a place to kick back and relax while having a few beverages. Food establishment too.
CITY: Urbana
Killarney's Irish Pub
Good times and a great atmosphere in this cozy pub! No food served.
CITY: Bloomington
CJ's Restaurant and Catering
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Alcohol served. Catering services. Credit cards accepted.
CITY: Bloomington
Hayashi Japanese Restaurant
Hayashi Japanese Restaurant offers the finest in Japanese cuisine in a casual and comfortable environment.
CITY: Bloomington
Noodles & Company - Bloomington
Restaurant chain serving a variety of noodle dishes in a fun, fast-service environment. Beer and wine also available.
CITY: Bloomington
A-Ri-Rang
Traditional korean dishes with undilluted authentic flavours! Simply put, the focus is good food, not trendy garnish, so enjoy!
CITY: Champaign
Carlos O'Kelly's Mexican Cafe
Carlos O’Kelly’s celebrates the culture and cuisine of the great American Southwest. It’s this unique blending of some amazing cultural traditions, Native American, Spanish, Mexican and Americana.
CITY: Bloomington
Windjammer
Full service bar located just east off Veterans Parkway. Lunch and dinner served. Credit cards accepted.
CITY: Bloomington
Kegler's Pub
Located in Pheasant Lanes bowling alley. A great place to go after a game or to just relax. Lunch and dinner served.
CITY: Bloomington
Monical's Pizza
Great pizza, family fun atmosphere, and hometown proud! Try the small franchise pizza that started out in Tolono, IL and has grown to across the rest of East and West Central Illinois region. A must have for tourists when visiting Champaign County!
CITY: Champaign
Olive Garden
When you're in the mood for great Italian food in Champaign, join us at Champaign Olive Garden. We focus on delighting each and every guest with an authentic Italian dining experience. Our menu features a variety of Italian specialties, and every entrée is served with our famous, freshly baked garlic breadsticks and your choice of homemade soup or garden-fresh salad. Come in today for lunch or dinner!
CITY: Champaign
Le Peep
Come find out for yourself that we are more than just breakfast. Le Peep® is a clever and original culinary concept with a menu that reads like a cookbook. You'll find line after line of intriguing selections all made on the spot with the freshest ingredients... snow white eggs, select vegetables, quality meats, crepes, and our own Peasant Potatoes, to name a few.
CITY: Champaign
Office II
Champaign's Number One Sports Bar. Includes shuttle bus to U of I home football and basketball games. Located conveniently off of Interstate 72/Interstate 57.
CITY: Champaign
Merry Ann's Diner
Stop on in and have breakfast, lunch, dinner all day at this newly refreshed look of an old time diner.
CITY: Champaign
Guadalajara Bar & Grill
Mexican Bar & Grill located just off of Interstate 74 just across the highway bridge of Prospect Avenue shopping.
CITY: Champaign
Papa Dels Pizza
Chicago Style deep dish pizza. The best this side of I-80! All with a campustown atmosphere that will have friends and families cheering!
CITY: Champaign
Farmer Dave's Buffalo Ranch
Get up close and personal with the buffalo on a ranch tour, explore the giant pumpkin patch and take a stage coach ride. Afterwards, enjoy a buffalo burger or buffalo taco.
CITY: Farmer City
Tobin's Pizza
Lunch and dinner served. Pizza and a variety of other entrees are available.
CITY: Bloomington
La Gondola Spaghetti House
Lunch and dinner served. We also cater. Check out our website for locations and menu offerings.
CITY: Bloomington
Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano
At Biaggi’s, we believe your dining experience should be just that… an experience! You’ll find our comfortable atmosphere and casual setting a relaxing place to dine for any occasion. Whether you’re with family, friends or business associates, you can count on our friendly and knowledgeable staff to deliver a memorable experience each and every time you visit. At Biaggi’s, we’re committed to offering freshly prepared Italian cuisine served by an exceptionally knowledgeable staff in a casual environment. In addition to regular menu items, each Biaggi’s location offers a daily selection of featured specials.
CITY: Bloomington
Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano
Combines a friendly & exceptionally knowledgeable staff with affordable, freshly prepared Italian cuisine to create an authentic Italian dining experience.
CITY: Champaign
Guido's Bar & Grill
Don't want to spend nightlife on campus? Well then come to downtown Champaign and to Guido's opened during the day until late into the evening. Visit us for Happy Hour after 4-5, enjoy the classic burger or other many menu items, or just take a break and kick back relaxing with a beverage and friends at this fine establishment.
CITY: Champaign
Old Time Meat & Deli Shoppe
How fortunate we are to live in the Midwest where some of the best things in life are grown. The flatlands and prairies are dotted with farms and fields, families bringing up children, farmers growing corn and soybeans, and raising the finest cattle on the earth. This is where our story begins. At Old Time Meat & Deli Shoppe we use corn fed Midwest Cattle. Hand selected to insure they meet strict standards for our quality including maturity, muscle firmness, color and texture. Then it is aged for additional tenderness, but with no loss of flavor. It is cut fresh in our store, several times daily, 6 days a week. Just like those fond memories from long ago we promise you the service and quality that those memories are made of.
CITY: Champaign
Sweet Indulgence Bakery
Have a sweet tooth for chocolate? Then look no further then Sweet Indulgence Bakery to satisfy your chocolate baker needs!
CITY: Champaign
