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    Punch!

    4.8 (45 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Amanda K.

    What a gem! My sister and I were staying next door at the Hyatt and had time to kill on our last night in town. We had been wanting a good martini and my sister had the idea to come here with our books and relax and have a cocktail and read. The lounge was cozy and relaxing. The martinis were delicious and we ordered the popcorn that was recommended. The popcorn was addicting and we ate way more than I thought we would. We eventually got a bottle of red wine and had some of the skewers (chicken, shrimp and peppers stuffed with goat cheese). We liked the peppers with cheese one so much we ordered another one. The red wine was also tasty. The service here was above and beyond and made a great last night hang out. Also this place was a great place for the groom and groomsmen for my cousin's wedding just two days before.

    Caprese
    Howard G.

    Was hoping for a lot more from this restaurant. Started off with a couple drinks and thought the server had heard me to put in the caprese app, well she didn't. Finally got the app and it was not special. Cherry or grape tomatoes cut in half and could tell they had just came out of the refrigerator tells me that the chef doesn't know you don't refrigerate tomatoes or they batch make this and leave it in the cooler. Still wasn't special regardless what the status of the tomatoes were. Was served with like 8 pieces of small pita bread, bad choice for the vehicle to drive this poorly executed app, which wasn't enough for the amount of tomato "dip" they gave you. Next had a salad that you could literally wring out the dressing of like a soaked cloth towel from over dressed greens with no flavor. The shrimp and jerk chicken skewers were the only redeeming quality of this entire restaurant. When the chef/owner goes under from their poor quality of food, he should open a food truck called Skewers and sell those. Just saying. Won't be returning....

    Baked Brie
    Arkadiusz S.

    Great spot for tapas style dishes, great selection of cocktails and bourbon. This is my go to spot whenever staying in champagne. Their happy hour is great although it got modified recently and the happy hour menu has shrunk a bit. Camarones Cubanos and baked Brie board are a must try. They also make a mean old fashioned and some seasonal drinks. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Plenty of sitting inside and great outdoor sitting is also available.

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    Fanzi P.

    Came back to town over the holiday break and this is hands down the best cocktail bar in town! Such cute ambiance, and a very extensive drink menu. Pictured below - the pisco sour

    Crystal I.

    Best drinks hands down! The drinks are upscale, they have a seasonal menu and they put a lot of thought and effort into the ingredients. Very creative. I had a drink with flavored ice, so it didn't water down my drink and instead added another layer of flavor. They have a regular menu, a seasonal menu and a very large selection of hard liquor for the connoisseurs. The workers are knowledgeable about the drinks and the place has a great ambiance.

    Biscuits
    Alex R.

    Not sure why I haven't reviewed Punch yet but this is THE cocktail bar to go to in Champaign-Urbana. I'm originally from Chicago so when I visit home I usually find the places I want to frequent on a night out but I finally have a place to frequent in Champaign! First off, the service is always great! Everyone here is friendly and informative about the cocktails. Everyone always greets you with a smile and treats you like a friend. Love the staff! Second, the bites to eat, although I haven't tried much because I usually come here after dinner, are amazing! I love the baked brie and my friend likes the camarones cubanos! Their fries are also very good. Definitely a treat when you're having happy hour or coming in for a dinner date with a friend! Third, the cocktails are so amazing! I really, really appreciate good drinks. I love trying the different cocktails every season and I enjoy their genius creations. Right now, my favorite is the Biscuits cocktail because it has honeydew milk tea (which is my favorite milk tea back when I was a teenager btw so memories) Definitely check out Punch if you want to have a great weekend or weekday treat!

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    Definitely worth the stop! Tasty cocktails and good snacks well. Service was probably the best I have had in champagne/ Urbana

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    First time visiting and really enjoyed the atmosphere!! So many choices for libations and shareables! Will definitely be back!!

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