I really enjoyed my first trip to avionics. A little hidden gem. Iced coffee was just right. Not…read moreburnt, smooth to the taste. I really love the student atmosphere and my first study session there was a success. Hours vary in summer, so check or call ahead!

Meh. Service isn't that friendly. I felt like we were annoying the barista by even being there…read more Latte was decent. The tea had stevia in it (wtf??) which I personally think is the most disgusting and disappointing sweetener out there. Super weird for it to be a part of the tea bag, IMO. Ambiance? I would LOVE to spend more time there. I love local artists and the vibe there is really great. Soothing, relaxing, chill... but... I go to a coffee shop for the coffee and/or tea and if that's not great and if the barista is annoyed... I'm not going to stick around for the ambiance. (Also, with a name like Avionics, I was expecting a little more decor along that line. So if you're interested in aviation and airplanes, don't come here thinking you've found a fellow aficionado.)

Very good coffee and friendly staff. I will be back every time I am in town…read more ...........................

This was by far the worst latte I've EVER had. It was bitter and weak and tasted more like a cup of…read morecoffee with too much cream than a latte. I couldn't even finish it. Yuck! I won't be back.

We tried Kyoto cold brew that's made from the glass apparatus and it was so good. We are very picky…read moreabout our cold brew, and it was within the range we could accept-- not overly acidic, strong roasted flavor but not overshadowed by the bitterness. It hit all the checkmarks for us. Even after a day old it was still reallly good. Server was also super helpful in getting us suggestion for another specialty drink. We avoided the sweeter ones so landed on the London smog latte with steamed oat milk, 2 shots of expresso, earl gray and cane syrup. The earl gray flavor was just perfect with the coffee and oat aroma. One of the best flavors coffee we've had. After the tea got steeped for a while it got a bit too strong but I still liked it at a lot. I love that it's aromatic without being overpowered by sweetness.

I look forward to getting coffee here when I visit my daughter. Now that's she's graduating, I'll…read moremiss this place! One of THE best coffee shops I've been to. Great service great coffee.

This was the first time that I've gone to the Mad Goat Champaign location. I am from Danville…read moreand Frequently go to Mad Goat North & South in Danville. I was in Champaign early and needed to kill some time and what better way to do that than Hang out at Mad Goat! I am a basic coffee dude and just drink regular coffee and it was very good as per usual. The staff were very friendly and it has an awesome over all vibe! I paid to park across the street and then realized they do have some of their own free parking so note to self for next time! that one was on me! I am spoiled in Danville because they also have their Royal Donut brand donuts but didn't have them at this location but I saw just yesterday that Royal Donut will soon be expanding to the Champaign Urbana area so I am only going to assume it's only a matter of time until they have them at this location. FYI the Blueberry cobbler donut is amazing!!! 2 thumbs up to MAD GOAT!

Went late morning on a Saturday and it was busy but not completely packed. Wasn't too noisy for the…read morenumber of people there. We got a large cold brew, small tropical bliss smoothie, an a sausage, egg, and cheese bagel sandwich. Everything was delicious. It cost just under $20 all together. The building is cute, nice tiling on the floor, exposed brick, hanging lights, an murals on the wall. Lots of different seating options such as large tables, small tables, and couches.

PEKARA BAKERY & BISTRO: A HAIKU…read more Polished, quaint menu, a plain panini arrives, pickle steals the show.

A cute, self-service bakery that has delicious quiches, bread and pastries. I find the pastries a…read morebit too sweet for my taste. But the brunch food is delicious and the service is excellent. Fair warning, it is a bit expensive! But it's my favorite bakery within walking distance because the staff is always so pleasant to talk to.

Every single thing I tried here was either absolutely delicious or quite creative, or both. King…read moreSalmon sandwich and Ube Strawberry croissant were highlights, would get again. The curry and turmeric cookies were alright with an underwhelming texture, but get points for being interesting. The vibe of the place is also so cool, and I love the bright color palette. I wish it wasn't so unpleasant to access by walk or bike, otherwise I'd come here more.

I've been back a couple times now and each visit turns up something new and delicious…read more The croissants are each spectacularly balanced. The plain is light and buttery, with the slight crisp on the outside. The ones with fillings are made by slicing off the top half and layering the sweetened pastes between top and bottom halves like a sandwich. All are fantastic and filled generously. The most surprising item was the kouign amann with everything seasoning. It is covered in a caramel sauce that amplifies the onion and sesame. Those two ingredients transform the sweet dish into a rich, savory one that recalls the patisserie's black sesame roll. An unexpected treat!

A cute cafe in the lobby of an apartment/hotel complex. The pastries all looked delicious and there…read morewere plenty of unique drink options. The service was quick and friendly, the barista described the options available and had good recommendations! Good study space with WiFi, bathrooms, and a water fountain around the corner. Just be prepared to wear a jacket on either end of the cafe near the doors, can get windy upon opening! Thai Tea Caramel Canelé {5/5}: The best canelé I've ever had (okay, I admit, I've only had maybe 6 in my life). Great caramel and good Thai tea flavor. The texture was AMAZING with a nice slight crisp and chewy outside and almost custard-like inside. I got 2 more before I left Green Onion Kouign-Amann {4/5}: A caramel shell outside of this very flakey pastry that I had plenty of green onions mixed within the dough. It was a great play on sweet and salty flavors with delicious flakey layers Jade Cloud {3/5}: Peach oolong tea with matcha cold foam. Just a personal preference thing, but the flavor combination of peach, oolong, and matcha was not my favorite. I can see how someone who likes this flavor profile would find this drink refreshing!

Stopped in this summer while visiting a friend. She's raved about Bakelab for ages, and I was…read moreexcited to try it. The pastry selection was amazing. We got a couple of croissants and a canele, and we each ordered an espresso drink. It was everything she promised - and more. The croissant was flaky and buttery. The canele had the signature caramelized exterior and soft inside. I intended to only have a bite and save the rest for later, but I couldn't resist finishing it. Would definitely come back on my next visit. In the meantime, I'll just have to ask my friend to bring pastries to me when she visits!

Cute tea shop in downtown Champaign. Lots of loose leaf tea selection, priced by the ounce. Love…read moreshopping here!

Super fun and cute store! If you like tea, this is a must stop place! I went in for a gift for a…read moretea lover friend and it was the perfect little place. The employees were very friendly and super helpful.

This place is perfect for a weekend of studying. I came here to lock in for exams and decided to…read moretry the Strawberry Match Latte! It was perfect, the drink was super light and had a perfect balance of sweetness. The latte comes with strawberry puree in the bottom and it was a perfect addition to emphasize the strawberry flavor. The inside is kept very clean and has multiple spaces to sit and study or converse. Service is very fast and I love the ambiance generated by the various hanging plants ! I will definitely be back.

Great spacious coffee shop in Urbana, Illinois. Friendly knowledgeable baristas. A good variety of…read moreteas for those who don't drink coffee. Also a variety of pastries as well.

This Starbucks has the kindest barista! They presented my latte like a gift and complimented my…read morecar. They didn't have to do that, but it brightened my day. Also, the coffee cup has a caption Thar First Sip Feeling. Mmm, it *is* delicious. Great reminder to savor these moments whenever possible. I highly recommend this Starbucks when you need your morning caffeine fix!

The music is too loud. I would like to be able to sit inside and read, but it's impossible with the…read morenoise level. This Starbucks doesn't understand how to create ambiance and, in its customers, a willingness to return.