Community
3 months ago
Korean restaurant chain So Gong Dong to open location in Champaign

A Korean favorite is set to become a lot more accessible in the CU. 

Community
3 months ago
Local favorite Pandamonium Doughnuts to close by the end of June

After 12 years of serving the Champaign-Urbana area with their unique approach to an American breakfast staple, the family behind Pandamonium Doughnuts has announced that they will be closing up shop by the end of the month.

Food Scene
4 months ago
Indulge in a $5 Epic Burger on National Hamburger Day Wednesday

National Hamburger Day is being celebrated on Wednesday, May 28, with $5 burgers at participating locations. This one-day-only offer is a tribute to America’s favorite sandwich in Champaign County. 

Food Scene
4 months ago
From family roots to fresh beginnings: Maple & Yolk reopens with strong community support

When Albin Selimi reopened his family’s longtime restaurant under a new name and fresh identity, he didn’t anticipate just how quickly the community would embrace it. Formerly known as Urbana Gardens, the restaurant is now Maple & Yolk, and it’s drawing crowds — with 1,500 patrons on weekends alone.

Food Scene
5 months ago
Judge denies no-contact order request in Sooie Bros. legal dispute with health district

A Champaign County judge has denied a request from Sooie Bros. co-owner Alven Allison for a no-contact order against the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD), following claims that health officials were stalking and harassing him, his family, and his business associates.

Business
5 months ago
Common Ground Food Co-op now accepting WIC benefits, expanding healthy food access in C-U

Common Ground Food Co-op is proud to announce that it is now an Authorized WIC Vendor, making it easier for families in the Champaign-Urbana area to access healthy, pre-approved foods under the Illinois Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program.

Food Scene
5 months ago
Multiple local restaurants receive Yellow Food Safety Alerts following inspections

On March 27, Tenkyu in Champaign received a yellow alert after a health inspector found multiple violations, including cross-contamination of raw seafood and meats stored improperly. This marks the third consecutive inspection with similar violations. Tenkyu has been given a follow-up inspection in the coming days.

Community
6 months ago
Community Day at Monical’s Pizza to benefit Alzheimer’s fundraiser

Monical’s Pizza is inviting you, your family, friends, and neighbors to come together for a meal and support a great cause. On Monday, March 24, participate in Community Day by mentioning or showing the special flier at one of the participating Monical’s Pizza locations in Champaign and Urbana.

Community
7 months ago
BIBIBOP Asian Grill launches nine new menu items

The restaurant, known for its customizable bowls, is announced a new lineup of menu items on January 1 of 2025. These new items include a variety of nine proteins, toppings, and bases which include:

Community
8 months ago
Experience Champaign-Urbana presents the 9th annual Restaurant Week

This celebration promotes the exploration of new restaurants and flavors across the Champaign-Urbana area. The menus for included restaurants are listed at curestaurantweek.org. There are a variety of international flavors as well as restaurants outside of the Champaign-Urbana area.