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The Best Brunch Spots in Champaign-Urbana

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Going out for brunch in Champaign-Urbana is a special treat, even with the kids in tow

Brunch is the stuff summer Sundays are made of. OK, also non-summer Sundays — and probably Saturdays too. Brunch seems decadent and has the veneer of being a luxury, especially when there are grown-up drinks involved. But it’s possible to get good bang for your brunch buck, especially here in and around Champaign-Urbana.

Always call ahead to confirm operating or menu details, as those are subject to change often and without notice.

Champaign-Urbana Brunch FavoritesWithout further ado we give you Champaign-Urbana’s favorite family-friendly brunch restaurants, according to our readers. Unless indicated otherwise, these establishments serve brunch on both Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Grove Tavern, downtown Champaign: “We took our 9-week-old to our first brunch since becoming parents to Big Grove Tavern. The staff were so wonderful and accommodating from the moment we stepped in with the baby already crying!” Note: Saturday breakfast is a different menu than Sunday brunch

Cowboy Monkey, downtown Champaign: “Honestly I go for the bloodies or mimosas.” “Four words — CHURRO. CROISSANT. FRENCH. TOAST.”

Original Pancake House, Champaign: “The Original Pancake House is always fantastic.” “OHOP on summer mornings when it is not as crowded.” No alcohol

Le Peep, Champaign: “My daughter would get so excited about the happy face pancakes at Le Peep.” No alcohol

Silvercreek, Urbana: They’ve re-launched their brunch, but if you’re thinking of the buffet days of yesteryear, it looks different than it used to. The ala carte menu is top notch though, and Silvercreek brunch is everything you’re looking for in brunch. Visit during the first hour (10 -11 a.m.) for an “early bird” brunch discount.

Silvercreek Urbana brunch
Silvercreek, Urbana

Watson’s Shack & Rail, downtown Champaign: “The avocado toast is my favorite.”

The WheelHouse, St. Joseph: “Even has a Kiddie Menu for Brunch, but with all the choices for Brunch Sides, why do they even need it?” “Less than 7 miles from Urbana via the Kickapoo Rail Trail.” “Their sticky bun french toast is the stuff dreams are made of. Like seriously.” Note: Brunch currently served only on Sundays.

Other mentions from readers: 
Sun Singer, Champaign
Courier Cafe, Urbana no alcohol
Maize at the Station, downtown Champaign
Pekara, Champaign no alcohol
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