Eat, Drink, and Think Local!
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All are welcome

A classic tavern with a modern twist.

 

BIG GROVE TAVERN
1 E Main St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 239-3505

A classic tavern with a modern twist, we strive to welcome both the local and traveler alike as if they are family. We hope you join us soon!

Big Grove Tavern is located in the heart of downtown Champaign at the corner of Main, Church, and Neil streets. We are in the center of a vibrant downtown community of theaters, live music venues, diverse bars and restaurants as well as the beautiful West Side Park. We are also surrounded by live concerts, dancing, summer park and street events, movies and live stage theater as well the annual, world-acclaimed Ebertfest film festival.

 

Hours
Mon-Thu 11AM - 10PM
Fri 11AM - 11PM
Sat 10AM - 11PM
Sun 10AM - 10PM

Upcoming Events
& Special Hours

The Champaign Sour. One of our many house Signature Cocktails

The Champaign Sour. One of our many house Signature Cocktails

A bar, but better

The beverage team at Big Grove wants to take the intriguing, odd, fun and eccentric and make it accessible to everyone. This is a driving focus with a large craft cocktail selection, wine by the glass and bottle program and regional craft beers.

Caymus Wine Dinner Course #2, Fennel Sausage Huevos Ranchero Stack

Caymus Wine Dinner Course #2, Fennel Sausage Huevos Ranchero Stack

Big Grove, Big Flavor

The world and our bodies are constantly in motion. At Big Grove we take that philosophy and apply it to food. We want to constantly be creative and giving our guests the absolute best that our community has to offer.

 
 

Weekly Specials 

Just hanging out?

Throughout the week we have promotional specials from our kitchen and bar teams.

 
 

Happy Hour

Every Monday through Friday Big Grove offers our full draft selection for 1/2 price between the hours of 3pm and 6pm. We also offer any bottle of our hand picked wines to be purchased with a twenty five percent discount during happy hour as well.

Bottomless Mimosa Bar

On Saturday and Sunday, with the purchase of any brunch entree, you can enjoy our bottomless mimosa bar for $12 for up to two hours! We offer a rotating selection of two flavors each weekend.
Available 10AM-2:30PM

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Half Price Wine by the Glass Every Sunday

Sunday night is the perfect time to try something new. Why not wind down your weekend with a glass of wine? In fact, it’s half price, so wind down with two!

Kids Eat Free!

Come in Sunday through Thursday from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM with children 12 and under, and for each Entree, Sandwich, or Burger you purchase, receive one item from our Kids menu for free.

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Our Kitchen

Chef du Cuisine - Raul Parada

 

Elevated Dining

At Big Grove Tavern, we take common dishes to the next level with creative ingredient combinations. We source our beef from Midwest farms.  We support and offer Central Illinois produce. Our baked goods either are created in house or delivered by a local bakery daily. When it comes to flavor, we think Big; when it comes to our sources, we think Local.

Hand Cut Steaks

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We serve steakhouse quality beef at everyday tavern prices, cooked on a 5-foot long lava rock grill. We source our beef from Midwestern farms whenever we can, to allow us a closer eye on the quality of our products.

tavern fare

Chef Raúl Parada uses fresh ingredients to create dishes full of flavor and zest, ensuring that Big Grove always offers classic tavern cuisine, with a modern flair.

weekend brunch

Perfect for the late riser, or just for people who like to eat breakfast food early in the afternoon, we offer our Brunch Menu from 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM every Saturday and Sunday morning. We offer classics like pancakes, bacon, eggs, hash browns, and toast, alongside some delicious signature dishes like our new Tofu Breakfast Wrap, and our Carne Asada Huevos Rancheros.

fresh seafood

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Our seafood options are the best in downstate Illinois for quality and freshness. We start shucking fresh Oysters every Thursday afternoon, within minutes of delivery, and do so until we run out over the weekend. Our Ceviche gets raves as well.

appetizers

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Perfect to whet the appetite, our Deviled Eggs and Fried Brussels Sprouts are the talk of the town. Our fresh, house-made Soft Pretzel Braid comes with a pilsner-cheese fondue that’ll have you begging for more, and a mustard that will knock your socks off. (The mustard might clear your sinuses, too.)

 
“The food is good, the atmosphere is great, and the staff were very friendly. Outdoor seating is available, and often very occupied, but the indoor seating is great and beautiful as well. Great place to get some drinks and some food with your friends surrounded by a chic atmosphere.”
— Shania G.

For more information, you can email our Culinary team at chef@biggrovetavern.com.

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our bar

Draft beer, hand picked wine & craft cocktails

Our Beverage team works hard to find the very best in regional craft beer, fine wine, high quality spirits and the best whiskey available worldwide. We feature a full bar that can cater to any palate. We enjoy welcoming the novice and connoisseur alike!

Beverage Menu

Draft Beer

We strive to find the very best in Midwest craft beers. We usually have a few truly local to Champaign-Urbana brews on as well. Our tap list does rotate frequently, so stop on in to see what we’re pouring today!

Craft Cocktails

Utilizing many of the same fresh ingredients that we utilize in our kitchen, our beverage team creates seasonaly inspired cocktails to give you the perfect taste to enhance any mood you choose. From a bright and fresh summer spritz, to a warm and cozy winter sipper. We have something for everyone

hand Picked Wines

Hand Selected wines from around the world. From some of the biggest names in great wine along with some very exclusive specialty finds. We feature twenty-plus wines available by the glass so there is always something fresh, fun and new to try

“The problem with the world is that
everyone is a few drinks behind”
— Humphrey Bogart

For more information, contact our Beverage team at beverage@biggrovetavern.com.

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Private dining

Got big plans?

Here at Big Grove we pride ourselves on a thoughtful space that encourages guests to enjoy themselves and feel at home

With Three Rooms to use individually or combined, the Special Event space at Big Grove Can accommodate groups large and Small.

Our wonderful Fireplace Room B Set for a Winter Holiday Party

Our wonderful Fireplace Room B Set for a Winter Holiday Party

Main Street Room, set for a small dinner meeting.

Main Street Room, set for a small dinner meeting.

Options

Depending on the number of guests attending your event, our banquet menu is presented cocktail style, family style or buffet style. Our Sales Coordinator and Chef are happy to work with you to customize a menu that fits your group.

All private dining rooms are equipped with free WIFI access and A/V rental, if needed.

Private Event Room Layout

Main Street Room and Fireplace A, set for a party with buffet.

Main Street Room and Fireplace A, set for a party with buffet.

Fireplace Room A, set for a winter holiday party.

Fireplace Room A, set for a winter holiday party.

For more information, contact our Sales team at sales@biggrovetavern.com.

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contact us

For Reservations

Call us at 217-239-3505, or fill out the form below to reserve via OpenTable.

  • University of Illinois Department Reservations click here

 

Email us with questions

info@biggrovetavern.com

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Parking options

STREET PARKING:

- Metered parking right out front

- Accept coins and MobileMeter App

PARKING LOTS - Free on Saturday and Sunday!

- Neil and Washington Lot

- N. Freemont Street Lot

Hill Street PARKING DECK  

- 6 level 600 vehicle garage

- Free on Saturday and Sunday!

- 2 hour validation for Big Grove guests (ask at our host desk)