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Big Grove Tavern

American Restaurant and Gastropub$$$$

Champaign

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Big Grove Tavern

8.1^/10

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Ranked #2 for American restaurants in Champaign
"extensive beer menu"(2 Tips)
"Great patio, friendly staff and tasty food!"(4 Tips)
"Fantastic burger."(5 Tips)
"The changing popcorn flavors are phenomenal!"(2 Tips)

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good for dates
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crab cakes
pretzels
grilled cheese sandwiches
brunch food
mac & cheese
beer
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pork belly
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dan rubelAugust 30, 2014
Occupying the former Jim Gould, Big Grove Tavern focuses on locally-sourced food and drinks. Terrific house-seasoned popcorn, extensive beer menu, and attentive staff makes Big Grove a necessary stop!
Upvoted Aug 10
Chris NixonMay 13, 2015
Tavern burger with Red Onion Marmalade and greens (salad) is good. Friendly service and a good selection of beers.
Erica CrosswhiteJuly 16, 2012
The tater tots are AMAZING. Probably some of the best food I've ever ate. I can see what the hype was about on South Park regarding the creme fraiche.
Jon DavisMarch 16, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Great egg sandwich at brunch on weekends, but be careful! The yolk will jump out and you'll end up wearing it. Take the toast off and break the yolk before you bite.
David HamiltonMay 6, 2021
Been here 25+ times
Great menu and beer on tap. Fantastic heated outdoor seating just in time for a pandemic.
Lisa HinchliffeAugust 30, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Lots of favorites. Chicken liver pate appetizer. Any of salads. Chicken and waffles. Fantastic burger. Etc etc etc.
PollyJuly 27, 2012
They have it all.. Drinks, delicious food and ambience. Order up a deviled egg and soak it in.
Carl CatedralMarch 2, 2013
The burger w/ a fried egg was pretty good, and the bread pudding was decadent and delicious
Ivan LuzardoFebruary 17, 2019
Loved the crab cakes, definitely a success. Try the chicken with dumplings!
ClaireMay 23, 2018
The staff is very nice and accommodating to large groups. Good food besides the stack burger.
Mary Ellen FrickeFebruary 22, 2014
Pork tenderloin was incredible... and this is coming from a girl who grew up on a pork farm.
Irene TjahjadiAugust 23, 2021
The chicken wings with korean sauce was super 👍🏼
Sam LoganJanuary 2, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Beakie is their party planner. Yes they can host your party! Try it out. Big room.
Rob LeighAugust 8, 2022
The chef has an aversion to sauces. There was no gravy on the poutine, no blue cheese on the black & bleu burger and no dressing on the salad.
Rylie KnoxJune 7, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Great patio, friendly staff and tasty food!
ChambanamomsSeptember 28, 2013
YUM! Will make a kids grilled cheese as well as naked chicken tenders with fries.
Meghen McKinleyJune 12, 2014
Very cool vibe...and the pork belly is always awesome!
Reza MoradiDecember 12, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Get the Mac and Cheese as an appetizer to share!
Lisa HinchliffeAugust 30, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Don't miss a look at the beautiful driftwood hanging over the bar.
Samantha LeeJanuary 18, 2016
Try the Bloody Mary
Lisa HinchliffeAugust 30, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Best outdoor seating in Champaign-Urbana.
Corinne KohlerAugust 20, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Variety, farm fresh foods
Carol PearsonJuly 12, 2015
Seasonal menu and outdoor seating.
Marsha ReardonDecember 15, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The bartender Steve is hot. And amazing at making drinks.
Lauren McCurdySeptember 26, 2012
The tomato sauce with the Bistro Filet is amazing!
ScottJanuary 1, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Ask for Sam, she will take great care of you!
Colleen BMay 31, 2012
Minimal and sleek atmosphere. Not too stuffy not too casual.
AmyJune 28, 2012
Get the homemade pretzels. No, seriously, GET THEM.
Jennifer DixsonJune 2, 2012
Been here 10+ times
The changing popcorn flavors are phenomenal!
Charley KlineSeptember 14, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Don't be fooled by the "tavern" in the name... this is fine dining food worth the price.
Jonathan GreenbergSeptember 13, 2012
Been here 10+ times
SAVE ROOM FOR DESSERT.
Maria Laura MalvinoNovember 14, 2014
If you want to pay for expensive tiny meals, then this is your place
Christian SandvigJuly 31, 2012
Avoid the green beans. Undercooked, too much lemon, and the beans themselves are old and wrinkled!

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