I will start with service = it was off the charts great! I believe it was Brian that was our server (clean cut, tall, out-going, not afraid to have family tables). I would give him ten stars if it was possible. There were 4 adults in our party and an 18 month old (very busy boy). He initiated contact by talking directly to him, high fiving and knuckles and then gave him a dollar so he was making an impression early as a good guy. While we looked at the menu for food and drinks he suggested we get something started for the little guy since he was hungry (GREAT IDEA). He then took our drink order and got right to it. He checked in with us frequently, offered sauce suggestions and refreshed our adult beverages and drinks as often as they were partially full (that is GREAT service). Once dinner was underway, and our little one wanted something to do, we took turns in the lobby to help him get the wiggles out. As dinner was coming to an end, our said little, starting putting up a big fuss because it was time for bed, so when Brian took our credit card, he asked if he could show him around, and within our eyesight he did just that, which the newness calmed our little one down, and he promptly brought him back. BEST service I have ever experienced at a restaurant. Thank you. Food was tasty and filling, thank you for that too! read more

I went on a date to this restaurant. We both enjoyed the salad bar (feels rare to see these ). My steak was delicious and cooked perfectly medium rare. The twice baked potato was amazing but I didn't finish all my food. Our waitress was great and attentive. We plan on returning. read more

Not bad for a college town. Came in on a Friday at 5:30 with a party of one. Was told the wait would be 30 minutes. Took under 10. Started with an Old Fashioned. The taste was fine, but rather than an orange peel, there was an orange slice. Rather than a a deep purple cherry, there was a bright red maraschino. Salad bar is a blast from the past. Can't remember the last time I saw one at a restaurant. Good mix of fixings in it, no complaints. They also bring a fresh backed mini loaf of bread which is decadent. They steak was perfectly cooked. Got the 8oz ribeye with Cajun seasoning done medium. Spot on, and fairly tasty, though I had to salt it a bit towards the end. The mushrooms were good, the broccoli was mushy. The ambiance gives me mixed emotions. The lighting was as bright as a Denny's. Totally uncharacteristic of a steak house. Though, there were a lot of children dining and everyone was dressed casually. Yet from the outside, the place looks classic steakhouse and elegant. They also have Illini sports paraphernalia hanging in the walls which was pretty cool. Service was fast and friendly. I was in and out in an hour, including my 10 minute wait. Plenty of hired help waiting and bussing tables. Line out the door. I read some recent reviews of people bashing this place because of food quality and service. That was not my experience, and I look forward to coming back again. Just no broccoli! read more

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Always excellent. Whenever we're in Champaign we try to hit The Ribeye. The service is great with the nicest wait staff. The old school salad bar is always a huge hit. We love the selection of nostalgic drinks too. My grandparents used to drink Golden Cadillacs and Grasshoppers. Both are on the menu here. And we've never had a meal that disappointed. Steaks are great and twice baked potatoes are a must. The only thing I don't love about the place is that it's 2-1/2 hours away!!! read more

I've had better steaks at waffle house. No flavor, no seasoning! Don't know how they are cooking their steaks but it is SO bland! Salad bar is like Golden Coral only worse and the only vegetable they offer is broccoli. The cocktails were like Applebee's but not as good! If you're going to call your restaurant a steakhouse then please provide an experience for the prices you are charging. read more

Went for the steak was disappointed. Steak was tough and not seasoned. That being said we would go back for the salad bar. It was awesome. Service was excellent. Nice older building. Would we go back.... Maybe. Was also pricey. read more

This place was dynamite. We had the best waitress. Salad bar with generous portions. The steak comes out on a flaming hot skillet. All around excellent. I wish I remembered our waitress because she was great. read more

Great food. Expanded menu - after decades of only offering Ribeye, they've added filet (and other things). And they really do know how to cook it right. The salad bar is wonderful. And even when I don't get my favorite server, I've always received consistently excellent service. I keep going back. read more

Wow! First time for the wife to visit! The steak and chicken were wonderful! Salad bar was great! Service was helpful and funny! The old sports charm of the restaurant made this sports fan feel right at home! read more

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We have been coming to this restaurant since I was a kid. The staff here is always so friendly. Very attentive and making sure you have what you need. The salad bar seriously one of my favorite. Yes, yes they are a steak house and they really do have some of the best!!! It is always so clean, quiet, and cheerful. read more

I've ate at steakhouses across the nation and this was hands down the worst of all of them. If you want a dated version of something that died in the 70's, this is your place. Steaks come out on hot, cast iron skillets, so your steak is literally cooking still as you eat it. The salad bar reminded me of something from Wendy's back in the 80's that stopped because it's a cesspool of bacteria. Even reaching down into this broken cooler(I believe) to grab a hot plate, not cold, that definitely needs addressed. Find it hard to believe the health department allows the mishaps that salad bar is rocking, but I'm sure foodborne illnesses is a common theme for it. Hard to justify $170 meal for two on something as mediocre as this restaurant is slinging. I've had better steaks and cheaper at Longhorns and that's a corporate chain. Only redeeming quality of this place was the service, which I'm sure they have worked here since it has opened, cuz they got it down pat. Will not recommend even to someone I don't like and I will never be returning. read more

food excellent service excellent salad bar fresh large selection clean and well kept atmosphere good pricy 100 for 3 people without alcohol or soft drinks read more

Awesome job! Delicious steak, filet. They make a great Old Fashioned as well, I'll come back.

We have dined at the ribeye for years. In the last 18 months the food has consistently gone down hill along with the service. The Ribeye is no longer the great steakhouse it once was. It has gone from a 4 star to a 1-star in a year and a half. read more

We visited for a family birthday and I can't believe I'd never been here before. Illini decor and old school steakhouse perfection. They offer senior meals which are great for me because too much is just overwhelming for me. I ordered my senior 5oz ribeye med rare and it was served med rare perfection, And the salad bar is wonderful! read more

The Ribeye - Illini decor! - Steakhouses Near Me - Champaign, Illinois

Our group of four had excellent service on Valentine's Day. The ribeyes and fillets were grilled perfectly. I highly recommend a visit to the generously stocked salad bar. read more

Had the 2023 RW special with my friend. The special was a 16oz ribeye shared by two, with one side of choice, a side bread for sharing, and unlimited salad bar. The unlimited salad bar was best for me. The rest was kind of disappointing. For the bread, I ordered a wheat bread, but I think it was made of white flour. Not sure whether they mistook it or their wheat bread was just not authentic at all. For the steak, it was too stiff for me (at least stiffer than what I thought a medium steak would be). The service was also kind of slow. The dining atmosphere was good though, people were making small chats and the restaurant was had great lighting. read more

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Food 5stars service 5 stars Ambiance 3 stars My only complaint, 50.00 for an 8 oz. filet you can get at Texas Roadhouse for 28.00. read more

I haven't been there in years and I don't intend to go back. That place is stuck in time and suffers from a case of self-importance. Their menu is so limited it's restrictive. They brag about their salad bar and let me tell you, after looking at it, there was very little I cared to eat from it. It gave a little bit of an "ick" vibe. Then to top it off with a bill with no drinks and no desert being over $80 for 2 people.... Nope! Not worth it. Find something fresh, something more creative, and less stuck in the past. The one moderately bright side was the service was pretty good..... read more

I don't say this lightly but the worst steak I've ever had. Especially since it was cooked right. Zero flavor! Shrimp was good but Applebees prob has a better steak. Was sick all night after eating this place. read more

The Ribeye - Steak shrimp potato - Steakhouses Near Me - Champaign, Illinois

The food and service were great!! We really enjoyed all of the options at the salad bar.

Food has gone down hill, not worth the money. They've kept nostalgia style going but other than that it's not the place anymore for ribeye. Service and their team is hit or miss (usually the latter) they need a "GM" and team who knows people, knows the business better and build NEW relationships. Sad to see this place struggling. So much good history to bring alive and go forward! Ambiance is ok, still rough waiting area and their restrooms should have a remodel. Possum trot and longhorn way better options though more of a drive. read more

A Chicago Kenny shoutout to The Rib Eye for a great meal. Passing through town, I asked a local at a filling station for a dining recommendation. The look on his face as he described the Rib Eye convinced me I would love the place. Our waitress Katie was friendly, funny, and efficient. If I go to a place called Rib Eye, three guesses what I am having. My steak was cooked just right, and my baked tator was perfect. You could make a meal from the high-quality salad bar, but take my advice and have a steak. The prices on the menu were more than fair. Someone invite me to Champaign so I can go back to The Rib Eye! read more

Never had a bad meal here, you pay for the service and quality of food you receive. The salad bar is a must!

Really enjoyed my first visit back to The Ribeye in years. Service was wonderful and he allowed us to enjoy our cocktails before taking our orders. Always a sign of a classy place. Salad bar was wonderful and steaks were perfectly cooked. I forgot our server's name but he's been there 20+ years he said. He is a keeper. Thanks again. Look forward to visiting again soon. read more

I have been there before. The steak was great! Not this time. Went there May, 16, 2024. The steak was tough, chewy, full of stringy fat. I think I saw whip marks where the jockey was hitting the steak. It was not a ribeye. It was terrible. It was not like I remember it. They must of changed meat providers. $87 for a 10 ounce fake ribeye, 2 ice teas, 2 crab cakes, and a baked potato. The salad bar is great. The service was great. I wont be back.I have been here before, about 18 months ago. The food and service were excellent. I went on May 16, 2024. The salad bar is wonderful. I ordered a ribeye, and it was tough as shoe leather. No flavor. It was terrible. A friend went there on May 17, 2024, and he said the same thing. Steak was tough. Service is great. I will not be going back. read more

Excellent ribeye steak the chicken is tender and not dry. I would try that too. Shrimp is awesome salad bar service is good. Ambience is OK.

Waitress was kind and punctual. Salad bar has everything and more to choose from. Always maintaining and keeping the salad bar clean. Chicken and Shrimp were prepared just right. We'll make the 40min drive just for the Ribeye. read more

Great food and great service!! Don't miss this place. It's a landmark. I go every time I can.

To sum it up...meh. The white bread deflated like a balloon when cut. The white bread was like a fluffy clowd. The decor feels like a sports bar, the building like a stake house, the outside like a strip club. PICK ONE! The service was pretty good, the waiter was nice and quick. At the end when we got are stake, it was like chewing on a burnt tire. It was so chewy. Save your time, and teeth and just cook a stake at home. read more

The Ribeye - Double baked Potato and 8oz Ribie with Blue Cheese Crumbles - Steakhouses Near Me - Champaign, Illinois

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We went for the Monday night special. The service was good, the salad bar was goo, the bread was good and the wine was good. We each had an 8 ounce steak cooked to medium rare. For a restaurant called The Rib Eye we were extremely disappointed in the steaks. They were both tough and not very tasty. read more

Service was great, friendly and attentive, but the food was just mid. We decided to just do the salad bar. We have been here before in years past, and always enjoyed the salad bar. Tonight though, the quality of the salad bar items was off. The beets were extra soft, the lettuce a little slimy, the tomatoes soft and the premade salads (pasta, pea and bean) were flavorless. You can go up the road to Harvest Market and get a salad for roughly $10, of better quality and choice. Overall we were let down by the quality of the food. read more

Surprisingly bad service. Went to Christmas dinner with family. Salad bar was on point with amazingly fresh food. Filet was tender and cooked to perfection. Service was unacceptable. We had Christy as our server who seems preoccupied and inattentive. Waited extended period of time for refills, never checked in on us, forgot our sides of sour cream and then blamed us, claiming that we never asked. She had the audacity to confront us about how she did poorly, which I respect, but she did not care at all when we told her what she did wrong. She never apologized once. We were a party of 5 and subject to the 20% gratuity and management was kind and addressed the situation accordingly. Overall, while the food was excellent, the service completely overshadowed the experience. read more

After a drive that seemed like it took 8 hours because of a day-long downpour, I checked into my hotel and longed to sink my teeth into something. Since I was new to town, I went exploring. The Ribeye is a place you'd miss if you weren't looking in the right place, or didn't know it was there. I ordered a filet, shrimp combo, a salad bar, and a single glass of Remy Martin. That specific combination of protein carbs and veggies hit the spot for me that night. I just pulled in for a weekend-long American Nuclear Society conference and needed all the strength I could muster. I wish I could recall my waiter's name. He was so helpful, and considerate. The steak was simply delicious. He kept the (tea) drinks coming, and I remember leaving a $20 tip. If you're in the Champiagn IL area, I would recommend checking The Ribeye out. You won't be disappointed, but your wallet might feel a bit of a pinch. Well worth it, however! read more

The Ribeye - First course of dinner - Steakhouses Near Me - Champaign, Illinois

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I've been coming to the Ribeye for nearly 30 years and have rarely ever been disappointed. More recently they seem to have even upped their game. Excellent service, superb salad bar (in a brand new setup), and more menu items then what they used to have. Secret, get the chicken along with the steak, it's absolutely delicious! It can get busy, but they have more room than it appears. read more

The Ribeye - 10 oz ribeye and 4 oz chicken. Onions and mushrooms on a sizzling skillet - Steakhouses Near Me - Champaign, Illinois

Good Service and food along with a large salad bar offering. The bread needed a little love but it was fresh. Entrees were a good size and steak was cooked to order. I personally am not a fan of the sizzling plate as I like my steaks rare. Decor is a little dated and a little on the noisy side, but we would return. read more

Great service and big salad bar. Steak was cooked to perfection and crab cakes and ship were the best I've had. Nice atmosphere for a date or just family get together. Prices were a little higher than I was expecting but still worth the money. read more

Excellent service, food & drinks. Not cheap and totally worth every penny. The salad bar is very good with excellent options. Steaks cooked perfectly. read more

This is quite the find. With so many (good) chains moving into Champaign, the unique tends to get pushed out. The Ribeye is one of those unique institutions. The menu is pretty simple. Steak of different sizes with your choice of a potato and an unlimited salad bar. You can add on wine grilled onions and the like. I'd recommend adding the onions because I thought the steak was ok. It wasn't anything special, but it is solid enough. I will give compliments to the chef since the steak was cooked perfectly. I got steak fries which were super good. Everybody loves the salad bar, but it was another thing I wished was a little better. I found it "meh", but thought the dressings were good. The service was also fantastic and you can't beat the price which is why it got four stars from me. This place is like your favorite chair. No frills and comfortable. I found it pretty safe, but sometimes that's what you want. I will be sure to visit this fine institution again! read more

Food was fantastic. Steak, shrimp and salad bar blew me away!!! Service was friendly and made us feel relaxed.