Such an incredible store with the best vibe. Food is always amazing, and generous portions…read more It is so fun to wander around and look at books and goodies while you wait for food. Employees are always amazing. They always have fun seasonal tables and curated gifts for people who love books and stationary.

The Lit is such a cute spot for brunch! I've really enjoyed the brunch breakfast burger and the…read morehash brown is crispy. Big fan of the kimchi dip!

My husband and I stopped here on our way through town. What a wonderful experience. The small…read moreplates and wine were fantastic and the staff very personable and knowledgeable. The ambiance was very relaxing and kicked back. Wonderful atmosphere. We will definitely return the next time we are in town and highly recommend if you are looking for some nice wine and small plates.

Amazing wine selection and great small plates! There are some real bargains in the wine selections,…read moreand some rarities! The fact that you can buy a bottle retail and they will serve it to you for what is basically a tip is fantastic. Tell the staff what you like and they will suggest a whole new range of options for you to try out. This is gonna be my next date night, it's like a private club you can just walk into and they smile. (Great tunes playing as well.)

I can't believe it's taken this long for me to write a review about my fav restaurant in CU. I…read moreabsolutely love this place, I have never had something I didn't love here but one of my new favorites are the yellow fin nachos! Omg they were so amazing, fresh and flavorful! Also our waitress was seriously nice and attentive we never needed for anything! I seriously cannot recommend this place enough!

We stopped into Sun Singer for a lunch break during a business trip, and it ended up being one of…read morethe highlights of our time in the area. It's a wonderfully unique space--part wine and spirits shop, part lively daytime dining room--with a steady flow of customers browsing bottles alongside a full bar and tables occupied by ladies who lunch and retirees enjoying a relaxed weekday afternoon. It is a surprisingly chic space for Champaign. The dining room was busy enough that there would have been a wait for a table, but we were perfectly happy at the bar. Our bartender was very friendly and welcoming, even while clearly managing a high volume of guests in what felt like a short-staffed moment. Despite that, service remained warm and attentive. We shared the traditional fondue, which was generously portioned and stayed hot for an impressively long time thanks to their setup--ideal for lingering over conversation. We both enjoyed wine pairings, and I especially loved the Winter Warmer Knob Creek cider: cozy, well-balanced, and a standout choice, particularly for anyone who appreciates Knob Creek. Sun Singer has an excellent atmosphere--social, distinctive, and effortlessly inviting. I very much look forward to returning the next time we're back in the area.

Impromptu lunch date here today. We saw the shaded patio and thought let's give it a try. The…read morehostess quickly seated us outside upon request. Our server was friendly and our food was out shortly after we placed our orders. Everything tasted delicious!!! Well seasoned, meat tender and cooked to perfection!

Very spacious typical American tavern!…read more We tried more of the not typical American items and it was slightly a miss. I think if I came back I would definitely lean into the typical American stuff because that's probably what they do best (the fries looked really yummy on other people's plates) Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche - this was an appetizer specials that I really enjoyed and highly recommend. Every bite was refreshing! Korean Salmon - Salmon was cooked well and the crust was nice and crispy. Something was just off about the flavor -- the sauce was too salty. Surf and Turf Tacos - decent tacos, would consider getting again Overall in the pricer side but it is a nicer sit down restaurant in Champaign. Comes with free popcorn sampler at the beginning of the meal! The servers were every kind. They unfortunately cannot accept visa gift cards too

Very nice and quaint. The service was great, the wine and beer tasty and no lunch/dinner food but…read morethere are snacks to eat with your drinks. Very lovely and recommended.

We've gone to Alto twice this year, once to see Sass perform and once for a comedy night. It's…read morealways a fun and great time here! The servers are great, very knowledgeable and quick to answer any questions. I only had the sangria, which was delicious, but everyone else in my group loved their wine. I do think the place is a little run down and needs a bit of a face lift to make it more appealing on the inside, but you'll have a great time here nonetheless!

Cute boutique coffee place with delicious food and even better service. So excited to see the…read morecoconut milk option! The staff was so friendly and nice it turned my crap day around to be honest lol It is connected to a super cute boutique too. Lots of specialty gifts and liquors to browse through. Honestly can see myself getting many gifts here and a cute place to start or stop on date night

We came in on a very snowy morning! Perfect place for brunch, with salad and wraps. Healthy…read moreoptions, whole menu can be made 100% Gluten Free! The owner was super friendly and chatted with us for a bit. The restaurant is unique because it shares space with a variety of liquors for sale as well as a boutique. Would highly recommend stopping here for breakfast or lunch.

Straight out the gate this highly anticipated wine room exceeds expectations. There is already a…read moregreat selection of wine and beer to take home or to enjoy while inside the spacious, historical 1885 Commandery Building.

Great atmosphere and terrific selections of wine. Good beer selections for non wine drinkersread more

We had been to this place several times years ago when we lived in BloNo, and always had a great…read moreexperience. When we were back visiting recently, we decided to stop back in. We went on a Friday afternoon, and there were people in there, but still quiet, which was nice. We sat at the bar, and our server was helpful and checked us without being overbearing. The menu selection is great - not too small, not too big. Wines from different US locations, but also France, Italy, etc., so a nice option for everyone. They also had a board with special limited releases. We each had our own glass of wine and shared a third to try 3 different wines. Their prices are super reasonable, and they have quality selections. We also ordered some cheese to snack on. Delicious charcuterie options, as well as some other items like The Rock's hummus - yum! This is such a gem for the area. You can also take items home and shop from their storefront. Nice staff and a thoughtful menu. We will be back next time we are in town!

Got our drinking on at this Normal wine bar. It happens to be located close to the ISU campus…read more Stave doesn't get many students. Mostly because they're elsewhere slamming bad beers and Jell-O shots probably. That leaves more room for us here though. Choosing was made easier by the limited choices. It's got a wine list with only a few each of reds and whites, with quite a few California ones. They have some Italian ones too. Good prices for a glass. It's about $9 for a glass of the Sandhi. Basically this is a Chardonnay from the Central Coast. The Central Coast of California that is. It's about $2 for munchies such as apricots. They also have charcuterie boards with cheeses and meats. For sure it's a chill place compared to other bars on campus. It's open from the afternoons to the evenings. They're closed Sundays.