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    Espresso Royale - Stadium Plaza

    3.2 (51 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
    Closed 6:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    ESPRESSO ROYALE - STADIUM PLAZA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working
    Dogs allowed

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    Runzer W.

    A great spot for study or work! Just grabbed a small cup of iced Americano and worked on my laptop for the whole morning. But the AC was a little too cold for me TT during that time. The guys at the front desk are quite energetic and friendly!

    Mike W.

    Espresso Royal is conveniently located in Champaign, IL. The atmosphere in the coffee shop is that of the average coffee shop. It has plenty of tables and chairs for people to sit and get work done or just enjoy the company of others. It also has comfortable living room type chairs in front of a fireplace and bookshelf. When I travel to local coffee shops around the country I always try what each shop has that is the "thing" that sets them apart. At Espresso Royal they have bourbon barrel coffee. It was different and delicious. I would return to this coffee shop next time I'm in Champaign and I suggest people check it out.

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    2 years ago

    Don't go here on the morning on a game day. Super slow service in the drive through.

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    1 year ago

    First time customer-received $5 credit when I signed up for the app. Great coffee, wonderful service.

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    3 years ago

    honestly their lattes are amazing, atmosphere seemed nice, friendly service. I'm going to definitely go here for lattes more often!

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    Good options, good coffee, fast. We stayed at the Homewood Suites. Thankfully we had the Royale feet away.

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    The staff is excellent! The atmosphere is excellent! The espresso is subpar-undrinkable unless doctored up. Iced vanilla latte was pleasant.

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