CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (Chambana Today) — As the holiday season approaches, many in the Champaign-Urbana area may prefer to skip the stress of cooking and enjoy a festive meal at one of the local restaurants or with catered holiday dishes. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing sit-down dinner on Christmas, or simply need to pick up a special meal to enjoy at home, the community is offering a wide range of dining and catering options. Here’s a list of local businesses open during the holidays, providing everything from delicious Indian cuisine to festive tamales and smoked meats.
DINE-IN
Champaign
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Baxter’s Grille
Christmas Eve: 3–8pm | Christmas Day: Closed -
Kohinoor Indian Restaurant & Lounge
Christmas Eve: 11am–3pm, 4:30–9:30pm | Christmas Day: 11am–3pm, 4:30–9:30pm -
Pekara Bakery & Bistro
Christmas Eve: 7am–2pm | Christmas Day: Closed
BARS/ENTERTAINMENT
Champaign
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Rose Bowl Tavern
Christmas Day: 8–11pm (Christmas at the Piano with Kurt Reeder)
CATERING (ORDER AHEAD)
Champaign
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Maize Mexican Grill
Order by December 20 for pickup on December 23 (Christmas tamales) -
Papa Del’s Pizza
Frozen pizzas available for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day (pre-order for frozen)
Urbana
- Bentley’s Pub
Christmas Day: 7pm–2am (DJ Belly at 10pm) - Hickory River Smokehouse
Call 217-337-1656 for holiday meat options (pickup available) - Piato Café
Order by December 20 for pickup on December 24 (vegetarian and gluten-free options)