Le Peep Restaurant

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.)

Great local spot with high quality, unique drinks. The buttery biscuit served with apple butter is…read morealso excellent. They usually play great music. Good spot to gather with friends or sit for a while and get some work done. As far as drinks go, probably the best cafe in town.

Inside. Decor was a good combination of nature and modernism.

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Cherry Blossom Muffin

7 Brew Coffee

3.3(14 reviews)

2.3 mi

Honestly it was pretty good in my opinion. The drive through line moved super fast but the menu…read moreisn't super easy to understand. I recommend using tiktok and the online menu to figure out what you want before you get there. I will be back now that I understand how it works!

I wasn't really sure what to expect but it was a delightful experience. I'm a no frills kind of…read morecoffee drinker. Just drip or espresso. Today I wanted something cold so they made me an iced Americana. The coffee was perfect, not too acidic or bitter. Just a nice, clean tasting brew! On top of the delicious coffee, the staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. Their attitudes and friendliness kind of reminds me of the easier times of the late 80's early 90's. Pretty great experience, and they're quick!

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BrewLab Coffee

4.4(73 reviews)

1.9 mi

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.

BrewLab is such a solid coffee spot in Champaign! I'm from out of town and have been here twice!…read moreThat's a testament in itself. I've had both a hot vanilla latte and an iced crème brûlée latte here and loved them. The vanilla was smooth and cozy, and the crème brûlée was creamy, sweet, and just the right amount of indulgent. The vibe inside is relaxed and modern, perfect for hanging out, studying, or catching up with a friend. The service is quick and friendly. Perf!

Black sesame matcha with two shots of espresso

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4.1(23 reviews)

2.2 mi

Fantastic coffee and smoothies. Clean bathrooms and great location. Lots of space. Friendly staff :)read more

I got the summer special which is a blueberry latte that you could get hot or iced. It had a very…read moreunique smell but tasted 10x better than it smelled. The blueberry flavor must've been a syrup the reason why it smelled like that, but overall the service was fast and friendly. It looks like a good wfh spot cause of the free WiFi and lots of seating options.

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Pekara Bakery & Bistro

3.8(69 reviews)

1.8 mi

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

Great donuts. High prices. Breakfast sandwiches are not it. I ordered three breakfast sandwiches…read moreonline (which you customize toppings) and not ONE sandwich was correct. Everyone was upset with the sandwiches and the bagels were subpar.

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BakeLab Patisserie

4.9(8 reviews)

0.5 mi

I have loved this place since I was going to the one on Lincoln! Not only is this space super cute…read moreand also very work friendly, but the drinks are sooo good. From their matcha to their coffee there is something for everyone! Also the food? I haven't yet to have a bad item here. I try to come here as often as possible but every time I do, I get a million pastries so I have to limit my exposure

Love Bakelab. They make some great cookies and croissants! I love the lemon shortbread cookies!…read moreCroissants are the best in town. They also do danishes and a couple other things, but no cakes (they do have a tiramisu), which I've not tried yet). There is a sizeable seating area, and lots of room if you want to bring a laptop to work. They also have a small selection of boardgames to borrow while there. We've found it is slightly pricier than Art Mart, but the selection is different, and good, enough to make it worthwhile.

Isn't this place so cute?!

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Crème brûlée latte

Bakelab

4.6(55 reviews)

2.5 mi

I tried the Tyson cold brew, salmon croissant, and fruit danish -- all were amazing!! The staff…read morewere so nice, the atmosphere was great, and everything I got was tasty. Will definitely go back!

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!

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Seating, lychee and pistachio croissant, cup

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Walnut Street Tea

4.5(45 reviews)

2.0 mi

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.

Emblem in the café.

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Elm City Coffee

4.6(9 reviews)

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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.

Super cute coffee shop in downtown Urbana. The vibe is super dark and floral inside which is…read moreinteresting for a work from home spot but maybe it's someone else's vibe. The coffee itself was pretty good, quite sweet but the service was fast.

Spacious interior

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Starbucks

3.6(8 reviews)

2.3 mi

This particular store is really nice. It has improved considerably in the past year. The…read moremerchandising on the cups seems a little scarce, but the staff is extremely nice and helpful. I would've gave him five stars, but sometimes most of the time the tables outside are dirty

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!

Pecan Cortado

Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha

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Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew

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Tod C.

10 years ago

This is a familiar chain, and to be fair, the food at this branch is up to standard for the brand. The service, unfortunately, is a different story. The desk is run by a "Soup Nazi" who has the backing of the owner. If your wife or husband is outside the restaurant parking the car, when your name is called for your table, you will lose your table and your place in line. Any complaint on this score will be met with the equivalent of " don't let the door hit you in the . . . (Etc.)". Unappetizing, to say the least. So, I suppose this review boils down to "thumbs up at normal times, but avoid during the rush." Good luck! read more

Ariel J.

13 years ago

Always satisfied with Le Peep! Service is always good, and food comes out quick, which I'd say is not a con for breakfast. I always get the basted eggs, particularly the hobo banquet--always a good eat! read more

Patrice N.

12 years ago

One of my favorite places for breakfast! The food is always hot and fresh. You'll have to wait a bit for the food to arrive at the table but it's worth the wait. read more

Dee R.

107

11 years ago

Good breakfast overall. The food is usually very good and the service is excellent. Whenever we go there the place is crowded yet we seen to get in quickly. read more

Nevaeh W.

11 years ago

White lightening omelet is amazing! Always sweet to my child, even though he can be a tad out of control. Quick service, great smoothies, yummy food. read more

James K.

10 years ago

Always delicious food, staff is usually very kind and warm. Can be a little bit pricey, but is worth it. Good selection and combinations of items too read more

Brittany W.

11 years ago

Definitely a nice little breakfast place with delicious food. I would recommend this place.

Les P.

144

233

15 years ago

One of my favorites for breakfast or Brunch.

Adrienne W.

16 years ago

Hearty breakfast place. No gimmicks.

Zoe G.

13 years ago

The food quality is not that great.

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