7 Best Casual Restaurants in Champaign

7 restaurants available nearby

1. Hamilton Walker's

4.7

Exceptional(1577)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Champaign / Monticello

Booked 12 times today

Hamilton Walker's is the community's gathering place. Founded by three long-time residents of Champaign, this modern steakhouse with a chic 1940's Hollywood vibe is an inviting backdrop for meeting, dining, and socializing; for friends, family, and business; for toasting special events and celebrating life. Our mission is to offer memorable food and flawless service in an extraordinary setting. Stewarded by widely-respected culinarian, Chef Zachary Schweig, Hamilton Walker's never disappoints. The menu-created from the finest premium aged meats, freshest seafood, and hand-selected produce-offers a superior dining experience, presented with Hamilton Walker's signature flair.

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2. Ko Fusion - Downtown

4.4

Awesome(124)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Champaign / Monticello

Booked 5 times today

Description coming soon! New location- 30 E Main St.

3. The Axe Bar

4.7

Exceptional(181)

Price: Moderate

• American • Champaign / Monticello

Booked 3 times today

Winner of Champaign’s Best Unique Experience in 2022.Champaign’s first ever axe throwing venue with a sports bar atmosphere! We offer great food, custom signature drinks and a variety of fun events every week. If you’re looking for a fun night out, a place to host a work event, or a great date spot, this is the place to be! A reservation with The Axe Bar, is a reservation for axe throwing. We can’t wait to see you soon!

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4. Houlihan's - Champaign

4.2

Awesome(306)

Price: Moderate

• American • Champaign / Monticello

Houlihan’s Restaurant + Bar features a vibrant atmosphere and irresistible American cuisine. Located directly south of the State Farm Center and on the main floor of the I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center, this contemporary restaurant in Champaign includes an energetic dining room, bustling bar, and cozy outdoor patio to dine al fresco during warmer weather.Offering delicious appetizers, exceptional entrées, and decadent desserts, our diverse selections are exclusively prepared from scratch using the highest quality ingredients to satisfy your cravings.

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5. Red Lobster - Champaign

4.2

Awesome(10)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Champaign / Monticello

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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6. Buffalo Wild Wings - Savoy

3.8

Excellent(10)

Price: Expensive

• Sports Bar • Champaign / Monticello

Since 1982, Buffalo Wild Wings® (or B-Dubs® as our friends call us) has been the ultimate place to watch the game, have a cold beer and eat some great food. At Buffalo Wild Wings, you can always feel comfortable pulling some tables together with your friends and staying as long as you want.

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7. Cheddar's Casual Cafe - Champaign

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Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Champaign / Monticello

At Cheddar's Casual CafŽ in Champaign, every meal is made from scratch and uses only the freshest, highest quality ingredients. The kitchen serves up a variety of American restaurant favorites with a twist of Texas cuisine thrown in. Options include appetizers, soups and salads and a host of entrŽes. Start your meal at Cheddar's Casual Cafe with one of its signature appetizers, such as Santa Fe spinach dip or some chips and homemade queso or maybe some onion rings. Salads and soups range from tortilla soup and baked potato soup to crispy chicken salad. Some of the favorite dinners at Cheddar's Casual Cafe include chicken fried steak, Key West chicken and shrimp and New Orleans pasta.

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7 restaurants available nearby

1. Hamilton Walker's

2. Ko Fusion - Downtown

3. The Axe Bar

4. Houlihan's - Champaign

5. Red Lobster - Champaign

6. Buffalo Wild Wings - Savoy

7. Cheddar's Casual Cafe - Champaign

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