Natural fiber clothing atelier featuring limited-edition, ready-to-wear pieces; professional measurement and fitting services; and made-to-order garments.

A classic, friendly neighborhood bar in downtown Champaign, specializing in house-infused cocktails and craft beer.

13.9 acres of green space right next to downtown, featuring multiple pieces of public art, a gazebo, and a fountain. Perfect for a short walk!

Immersive and exciting escape rooms, each with their own unique theme, to be solved through your wits, intuition, and logic. Best for groups!

A premier specialty shop for tea lovers, with over 500 varieties—both loose-leaf and bagged—along with tea-making accessories.

Unique handmade gifts, jewelry, home décor, art and sculpture, textiles, serveware and personal accessories representing artisans from Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. 

Full-service jeweler dedicated to selling the best diamonds, jewelry, and giftware at very competitive prices, for three generations.

Custom-made, one-of-a-kind jewelry featuring fine and unusual gemstones, along with in-house jewelry repair and restoration. 

Carefully selected and nurtured house plants and décor items designed to beautify and brighten your spaces.

A retail shop and plant design service that also provides consultation about plant placement, species selection, and plant care.

An architectural salvage warehouse run by our community’s Preservation and Conversation Association.

A community of local artisans offering vintage and modern furniture, home décor, art, gifts, clothing, accessories, and collectibles.

Wholesaler of over 10,000 residential and flame-resistant drapery fabrics, from cottons and linens to velvet and embroidered silk. 

Champaign-Urbana’s largest vintage video game store, where you can buy-sell-trade classic and modern games and systems.

Established in 1865, this menswear shop offers casual wear, formal wear, and accessories in a range of sizes.

Longtime tobacconist with thousands of pipes, hundreds of tobaccos, 250 premium cigar brands, and an array of smoking accessories.

A locally owned, independent used bookstore, with over 70,000 titles in 15 separate rooms! Wander the stacks and look for a gem or ask for a specific title from their friendly staff.

Eco-friendly boutique, low-waste shop, and refillery featuring bath and home products.

All things Mid-Century Modern! A beautifully curated selection of furniture, art, home décor, clothing, and records.

Luxury cut flowers, exquisite floral designs, and unique gifts for both everyday enjoyment and large-scale events.

Award-winning artisan chandlery featuring custom candles and accessories, candle-making workshops, happy hours, and candlelight musical performances.

Consistently voted “Best Record Store” in Champaign-Urbana, offering rock, jazz, R&B, soul, heavy metal, punk, new wave, reggae, rap, hip-hop—everything.

Champaign's home for comic books, DnD, Magic the Gathering, and other assorted nerdery

Check out the showroom of this full-service center offering interior design, flooring, countertops, furnishings, artwork and décor.

Champaign-Urbana’s oldest, independently owned music store, selling guitars, bass guitars, folk instruments, amplifiers, and more.

Third-generation, family-owned coffee roastery featuring 19 different varietals grown in 16 countries.

Independently owned boutique, featuring women's unique designer clothing and accessories, in the heart of Downtown Champaign.

A fine jewelry studio and store specializing in fine jewelry, rare and high-value fine colored gemstones, and personal custom design services.

Southern and Cajun inspired dishes with an emphasis on fried chicken sandwiches, plus a full bar featuring local beer, handmade cocktails and mocktails, adult slushies, and bourbon!

A timeless neighborhood bar where you can catch a game on one of their many TVs while enjoying beer, snacks, and a hearty selection of liquors.

Japanese restaurant offering elevated dining with slow-roasted Waygu, lamb chops, sushi, and more.

Popular Japanese bakery offering delectable desserts, introducing unique textures and flavors such as matcha, yuzu, and sweetened red bean.

Family-owned and operated, Sticky Rice offers a taste of Laotian, Thai, Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine with locally sourced ingredients.

The first and only Zambian restaurant in North America, Stango features flavorful dishes like oxtail, plantains, curry goat, and their refreshing ginger juice.

Experimental fine dining, mouthwatering smash burgers, Malört, and music collide at this unique, community gathering space.

Stylish, wood-trimmed American tavern for creative burgers, sliders, salads, craft beer, and whiskeys.

A downtown staple with a menu of classics like pancakes, biscuits & gravy, and their famous French toast. Cash only!

Rustic-modern bar offering a wide selection of American craft beers on tap. Indoor and outdoor seating available!

Upscale bar in downtown Champaign that’s consistently voted "Best Cocktails in CU.” They also offer small plates and a dedicated sober-friendly mocktail menu if you choose not to imbibe.

Experience nearly 30 pour-your-own taps featuring beers, ciders, meads, wines, and even a couple N/A options. Great for large groups. Oh, and did we mention skee-ball?

A chill, popular spot offering authentic, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza with elevated toppings, plus various wines and gelatos.

Authentic Chinese gem offering a variety of flavors incorporating seafood, noodles, spring rolls, and Szechuan-style cuisine.

A family-oriented restaurant specializing in Southern-style soul cuisine featuring jambalaya, shrimp and grits, ribs, and so much more.

Relaxed, elegant Italian trattoria serving traditional dishes and wine in a stylish brick-walled setting. Outdoor seating available!

Relaxed restaurant with breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including pupusas and other Salvadoran specialties, plus Mexican staples.

A true deli featuring house-roasted meats, preservative-free breads, locally grown produce, pastries, and scratch-made soup! You can also shop a thoughtfully curated selection of gourmet groceries.

Pure comfort food, Italian style—enduring, unpretentious, family-owned spot offering pasta, sandwiches, and traditional red-sauced entrees.

A local favorite specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine amid a warm, convivial atmosphere in a former train station. Outdoor seating available!

Delectable and locally sourced coffee, along with fresh smoothies, teas, and savory breakfast sandwiches in a welcoming gathering space.

Impeccably curated bookstore and bar in downtown Champaign serving up artisan-roasted coffee, small plates, brunch, and literary-themed drinks.

An elegant bottle shop/wine bar that also sells conserva (tinned food popular in Spanish and Portugal), a variety of cheeses, cured meats, and smoked fish.

Vibrant Mexican eatery with a focus on fresh mariscos (seafood), including shrimp ceviche, salmon ranchero, and grilled red snapper.

Eatery featuring delicious Northern Indian dishes using fresh ingredients and natural spices and herbs. Enjoy their tandoori fare, along with vegetarian selections, in a comfortable, earth-toned setting.

Stylish restaurant featuring award-winning sushi and a unique blend of American and contemporary Asian cuisine.

Sports-minded pub in downtown Champaign featuring thin-crust pizza (with an endless array of toppings), pool tables, and a handful of arcade games.

A relaxed, cozy experience with an emphasis on an array of draft beers, including house brews and IPAs.

An Indian bistro featuring cuisine that ranges from the northern Himalayas to the warm, tropical south. Enjoy familiar eats such as samosas, biryani, tandoori, and curry dishes.

Succulent steaks, fresh seafood, and craft drinks in a refined atmosphere in the heart of downtown Champaign.

Serving up tasty food and cold drinks in a relaxed tavern-style atmosphere for 20+ years. Outdoor seating available!

Independently owned shop with delicious, cozy coffee drinks, healthy breakfast options and baked goods, plus a peaceful seating area.

Family-friendly mainstay for Mexican fare offering outdoor seating, their must-try “Alex” tacos, and fresh-made margaritas.

Locally sourced ingredients, award-winning burgers, and a variety of classic American lunch and dinner options.

A local favorite that serves pizza, sandwiches, liquor & beer with outside seating. Try their signature pineapple margarita!

Stylish downtown Champaign bar with live music, DJs, and dancing. Try a "Monkey Marg," a unique twist on a typical margarita!

Lively home to an award-winning menu of delicious smash burgers; shares space with Collective Pour, a fun downtown bar with over 40 craft beers on draft.

Fun downtown bar in a lively setting with over 40 craft beers on draft; shares space with Smith Burger Company, home of an award-winning menu of delicious smash burgers.

This popular dive bar—home of the Squint!—serves up PBRs alongside quality cocktails in a cozy setting.

Award-winning, Carolina-style BBQ—ribs, brisket, burnt ends, burgers, and more—in a restored, downtown Champaign train depot.

A downtown Champaign staple, offering the very best in fresh American cuisine with a selection of seasonal craft cocktails, mocktails, and regional beers in a modern yet rustic space.

Relieve your stress at Champaign’s first-ever axe-throwing establishment! Their sandwiches, pizza, and boneless wings are pretty good, too.

Champaign’s premier LGBTQ+ bar and dance club, serving unique, flavorful cocktails and mocktails not found anywhere else.