Guidebook for Champaign
Food Scene
Art Mart
1705 S Prospect AveArtisan made coffee, food, and gift items!
The Himalayan Chimney
134 W Church StBest Indian in town with a great atmosphere.
The best date spot! Last time I was there an old film was playing in the background on a brick wall and a quartet playing off to the side.
11 locals recommend
Miga
301 N Neil StThe best date spot! Last time I was there an old film was playing in the background on a brick wall and a quartet playing off to the side.
A slushi flight you can't leave town without trying!
The owner is in a band. Naturally the place tends to have wonderful live music.
I find this the best Gin drinking atmosphere in town.
20 locals recommend
Watson's Shack & Rail
211 N Neil StA slushi flight you can't leave town without trying!
The owner is in a band. Naturally the place tends to have wonderful live music.
I find this the best Gin drinking atmosphere in town.
Pekara Bakery & Bistro
516 East John StreetDowntown Champaign
Best Thai in town! Ma and Pa restaurant. The older children work there as well.
Thara Thai Restaurant
912 1/2 W Bloomington RdBest Thai in town! Ma and Pa restaurant. The older children work there as well.
Le Peep
2209 S Neil StBreakfast is the most important meal of the day!
The Original Pancake House
1909 W Springfield Ave Traditional at its best!
Radio Maria
119 N Walnut StGet ready for some tasty tapas
Jupiter's At The Crossing
2511 Village Green PlGreat for kids with arcade games in the full basement!
Farren's Pub & Eatery
117 N Walnut StBest quality burger in town!
This catering company can replicate any of the best homemade dishes from any cuisine and still manage to make it better!
L.A. Gourmet Catering
2607 County Rd 1000 EThis catering company can replicate any of the best homemade dishes from any cuisine and still manage to make it better!
Pandamonium Doughnuts
1105 Windsor RdUnique and fun donut offerings. Tastes & looks great!
Shopping
Findings Boutique
Quality meets trendy
Checkered Moon
2007 S Neil StHas the best little gifts!
Ten Thousand Villages
105 N Walnut StThe Illini Shop
2000 N Neil StILL-INI
Classic Home Consignment
1912 Round Barn RdGems ready to be discovered
Tuscola Factory Outlets
400 Tuscola BlvdStrawberry Fields Cafe
306 W Springfield AveWhole Foods
Rugged Outdoors
2017 S Neil StFor your winter gear & essentials!
A runners dream. A sponsor of The Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon. Provider of excellent shoe recommendations for all strides, feet, and distances.
Body N Sole Sports Inc
1317 N Dunlap AveA runners dream. A sponsor of The Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon. Provider of excellent shoe recommendations for all strides, feet, and distances.
Getting Around
Zipcar
2501 Windsor RdChampaign-Urbana Mass Transit District Company
45 E University AveEnterprise Rent-A-Car
1212 N Prospect AveNorris Tire & Auto Center
702 N Country Fair DrKind & honest!
Champaign-Urbana, Illinois station
45 E University AveWillard Airport
11 Airport RdEntertainment & Activities
One of few Drive-In movie theaters left across the country. Google it!
Harvest Moon Twin Drive In Movie Theatre
1175 S Sangamon AveOne of few Drive-In movie theaters left across the country. Google it!
This historical theater is thriving on analog! Drink, movie, and a critique provided for movie buff with a wide range of interests.
24 locals recommend
The Art Theater
126 W Church StThis historical theater is thriving on analog! Drink, movie, and a critique provided for movie buff with a wide range of interests.
Old Orchard Lanes & Links
901 N Dunlap AveGreat pizza and bowling
Skateland
208 Curtis Rdalso includes laser tag
UI Ice Arena
406 E Armory AveIllini Basketball, area sports championships, concerts, and more!
20 locals recommend
State Farm Center
1800 S 1st StIllini Basketball, area sports championships, concerts, and more!
Prairie Farm
2202 W Kirby AvePetting zoo for the littles!
A great place for the family to play and enjoy an entire afternoon, if not a whole day!
14 locals recommend
Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch
3902 S Duncan RdA great place for the family to play and enjoy an entire afternoon, if not a whole day!
Essentials
Country Squire Cleaners
1805 West Springfield AvenueFor those items that need a little extra attention.
Kane & Co
41 E University AveCarly does my hairs
BodyWork Associates
407 E Peabody DrMost economical massage
Baytowne Nails
909 Baytowne DrStephens Family YMCA
2501 Fields S DrDrinks & Nightlife
The Canopy Club
708 S Goodwin AveTriptych Brewing
1703 Woodfield DrOne of the owners was the midwest brewer of the year!
Locally owned and brewed. Food trucks make regular appearances too!
19 locals recommend
Riggs Beer Company
1901 S High Cross RdLocally owned and brewed. Food trucks make regular appearances too!
Cowboy Monkey
6 Taylor StWednesday night is Salsa!
Senator's Inn~Wellness~Business Center & Pub
801 N Dunlap AveParks & Nature
Lake of the Woods
Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center
1401 N Broadway AveClinton Lake Marina
6599 Sailboat RdLake Shelbyville
Kickapoo State Recreation Area
39144 Kickapoo Park RdRaccoon Lake State Recreation Area
1588 S Raccoon ParkewaySangamon River Corridor Reserve
802 Allerton Rd