Hands down the best Italian Beef in region. Staff is the best and new spot always has seating…read more Sandwiches aren't cheap but huge. Very happy this place is around. Miss their pizza.

Meat sandos make me happy!…read more Glad we stopped by to try this spot! Literally everything was so delish! We were greeted upon entry and although I briefly looked at the menu online, there's so much other randomness that's available! Be sure to follow their socials for specials and limited menu items that aren't on the paper menus at the counter. We ordered the Baldarotta, Italian Beef, and Turkey Pesto-Hot. Also got an order of fries and the Sicilian Potato Salad. Then ran away with 2 pistachio cannolis! There are quite a few tables in the dining area. I really enjoyed that each table was different with a different set of chairs for each table. There are restrooms available...which was great because I definitely got messy! The namesake Baldarotta had a combination of the porketta and sausage and it made me smile from ear to ear! Such a comforting sandwich. The Italian Beef came with a a whole wide container of au jus for optimal dipping and was so flavorful! The Turkey pesto ordered hot (vs. cold) is a game changer! The pesto Mayo was DELISH! Fries were well seasoned. The potato salad had olives in it and I enjoyed that as well! The cannolis we took to go and enjoyed them later that evening! I loved how it wasn't too sweet at all! Parking was easy as there are spaces in the back. They are next to a brewery so could see pairing these tasty eats with a drink or two next door. Will definitely be back!

I ordered a Dee-Dee's Cutlets Sandwich (on the restaurant week's menu) to go. It was delicious! The…read moresandwich contained a big chicken cutlets, and mozzarella (kind of herb seasoned), and was just suitable for feeding me full during dinner. People here were so nice and friendly! I see that it's only open during dinner time through Thursday to Saturday. I think students would be happy if Dee-Dee's Beef could expand its opening hours to lunch throughout the week! Looking forward to that to happen!

Prediction: Dee-Dee's Beef will soon become a Champaign-Urbana institution…read more This place is the real deal. They know what they do extraordinarily well and stick to it. I had never had an authentic Italian beef sandwich before, but after last night, I knew I had had the best in the state, outside of Chicago perhaps. Their menu is straight-forward and harkens back to deli and sandwich shops of old. In fact, I had assumed that Dee-Dee's had been around for decades. My combo sandwich was heavy duty, bursting with beef, juice, and flavor. If you are a more economical eater, unlike myself, then you could certainly get two meals out of it. Customer service was above and beyond. I imagine that I corresponded directly over the phone and counter with one of the Owners when placing and picking up my order. Located in the Cracked restaurant space right on Green Street, they are open three days a week (for now) and accept all major credit cards. We will be back, no question.

A cute, self-service bakery that has delicious quiches, bread and pastries. I find the pastries a…read morebit too sweet for my taste. But the brunch food is delicious and the service is excellent. Fair warning, it is a bit expensive! But it's my favorite bakery within walking distance because the staff is always so pleasant to talk to.

PEKARA BAKERY & BISTRO: A HAIKU…read more Polished, quaint menu, a plain panini arrives, pickle steals the show.

I come grab a sandwich and shake ever year or couple years when I visit town, and everytime Nabeel…read moreremembers me and my orders.. Really nice dude, the entire staff is always working hard and staying social and interactive with the customers as they cook up THE best Sammy's in town! I keep trying to get them to move down to Nashville, until then I make sure to stop in when passing through town and always leave very satisfied

1am and hammered in the morning and needing the worst of the worst delivered, this is your place!…read more That's what I do love about college towns, their unhealthy late night eats and delivered too! Having lived in Philly, I would say the "Whiz Wit" they offer was nothing close to what you can get out east, but still will give em credit for trying. My friends out east definitely ridiculed what I was even eating when seeing the pic. Place is perfect for drunken eats, nothing more.

Fantastic place for a light lunch. The draw is fresh ingredients served simply…read more I ordered the hummus sandwich and house onion soup. The sandwich was served on their sweet batard that was pillowy and slightly moist like it came from the oven just an hour beforehand. The garlic hummus was generously spread over both sides with crisp lettuce and tomato -- and sweet pickles -- in between. The soup is flavored with only salt and pepper which gives it a warmth that complements the beef stock's savory taste. Overheard, while I waited for my lunch to be served: "This sandwich is amazing!" I heartily agree.

Overall wonderful experience! My sandwich was so bussin and fire. They had fast service and the…read morevibes were amazing. I was able to study and nap and enjoy my break from classes!

Amazing bread. Fairly priced. The bread holds its freshness very well. Their pastries…read more(non-photographed) are also incredible. I would suggest ordering online if you have the extra time, as it takes about 72 hours to have your items ready.

From the owner: Central Illinois Bakehouse was founded as Pekara ("bakery" in Serbian) Bakehouse in 2008 by our…read moredear friend Seka Cuk. Seka's commitment to quality ingredients and traditional European baking techniques never wavered and we hold true to the same values now years later. The current owners, Jeffrey and Lauren Brokish, have been working with the Bakehouse since its inception and are looking forward to growing with our team of talented, skilled bakers for decades to come. Our breads are truly made with love. Love for our community, love for our family, and love for the true joy that comes from enjoying a meal crafted by passionate artisans. Our mission is to create a sustainable artisan baking company that is a meaningful part of our local food network, our community, and our team members' lives by crafting products that are of the highest quality and that bring happiness to both the creators that we employ and the customers that we serve.

- Good sandwiches…read more - But the pickup service is extremely stupid and outrageous. It's ok to wait, but you should let people know. You will not get your order even 30 minutes after the scheduled time. People who order on site at your scheduled time and have long finished their food. - the attitude is also bad. They simply ignore you when you try to talk to them at the checking table. Very bad experience, will never come again.

The sandwich was SO buss. It was the perfect flavor and amount and exactly what i wanted. It filled…read moreme right up! The chocolate shake was so chocolatey and really good and i love that little cookie! The ambiance on this potbellies on green is amazing! They had good music and amazing decorations. The service was so kind too! Def recommend!

Always my favorite place to go and take friends, especially anyone visiting from out of town. Food…read moreis awesome with a variety of choices. Service is always good. Love the atmosphere as well.

Their sweet potato fries are FUCKING spectacular. Their sandwhich / sliders assortment is also…read moresomething that is super cool - they have, like, 14 different sandwhiches / burgers on their menu, all with different items? I don't even LIKE sliders, but this put me on! You can have many different smaller burgers for the same stomach space as a regular burger... its genius The ambiance of the bar is something that I love as well - whether you go here for a date or just to chit chat with your homies, the dim lighting makes this feel like a speakeasy, but the server's (who clearly work very hard, so props!) move around with such delicate urgency it makes you feel as though this place is the spot everyone wants to be at. Loved the food and the environment.