BIG GROVE TAVERN 

IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN CHAMPAIGN SINCE 2012

August 8 & 9, 2025

Big Grove Tavern was featured on Wcia 3’s

“CI LIVING”

Our GM, Scott McIntosh, recently welcomed
Jaclyn from CI Living
and Jenna from Champaign Center Partnership
to Big Grove!!

WHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING

  • "...our waiter set the tone with warmth, enthusiasm, and genuine interest in our journey. His service was perfectly balanced: attentive without hovering, present without pressure. He gave us space to enjoy our meal without rushing us, A rare combination of inspired cuisine and gracious hospitality."

  • "...has the look and feel of a big-city restaurant with food that could compete with high-end, citified places. The bar is as exciting as what’s on the menu and makes this a night-out-on-the-town kind of joint. " - Greater Than a Tourist- Champaign-Urbana : 50 Travel Tips from a Local (Eat Like a Local Illinois) by Sal Nudo

  • "My friends and I wanted to treat ourselves to a fancy dinner and were looking for 3 things: Great service, great food, and a great atmosphere. This place had it all! It was a very positive experience and our server was amazing."

  • "This is the best restaurant ever. 10/10. Drinks are really cool and the food is always interesting. Plus you get popcorn."

  • "Such great attention to detail. Service was amazing. Waitress knew the story behind each dish. Later that evening we went to another high-end restaurant...and the experience was extremely disappointing in comparison. Big Grove officially has my loyalty!"

sorry…Big Grove does NOT accept Apple Pay

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

Dogs on leashes are always welcome on our patio!!