Absolutely the cutest farm I've ever seen. A group of us went for the goat hike (so unique right?!)…read moreand loved it! Our tour guides were the sweetest people and so knowledgeable about the goats and the farmland. A drink ( alcoholic or nonalcoholic up to $12) is included in the price of the goat hike ticket. They also have a cute gift shop where they're selling goat cheese, goat gelato etc. We didn't try the restaurant this time, but we will be back! I recommend checking this place out if you're in the area even though it's a little out of the way in the countryside!

Thank goodness for word of mouth, or I never would've found this place. It sits in the middle of…read morethe country, and is very easy to miss passing by if you aren't looking for it. I think I've seen 1 billboard in Champaign / Urbana for here.. maybe. But, a coworker of mine suggested I go and thank goodness she did. The food here is so delish. We got the chef tasting and wine pairing. 5 courses + 5 wines. The muscles we were served for the entree were the star of the show; Especially the sauce they were served in - killer. It's not particularly "fancy" inside, given you're on a farm. But, it is cute and clean. Do be weary when ordering because our bill came to just under $300 for 2 with the tasting menu. There are many other cheaper options on the menu and their menu is clearly priced online so there are no blindsides. This is a great place to go for a birthday dinner or celebration. You will enjoy the food (and the goats)

Landmark Review: This is a great place to bring your kids…read morewhich rivals Lamb's Farm up in Libertyville. In some ways it is even better. Well kept, clean, and lots of up close experience with animals. This is owned by Champaign Park district. It has a petting zoo with lambs, donkey, and small goat which you can visit from 3-5 pm everyday. Otherwise you can see horses, pigs, peacock, chickens, and even turtles. There is a small playground area off to the side that little ones will like. All and all fun for little kids and best of all free! Donations accepted to help feed the animal if you feel incline. Hidden deals: FREE

I really have no idea what category to put this in. It's kind of like a zoo but in farm form. As…read morefar as I know, this used to be an actual farm but got changed into a farm zoo of sorts when the area started to develop. Basically this establishment is run by the Champaign Park District. They're open in the summer for families to stop and see farm life (horses, sheep, llamas, ponies, cows, geese, goats, pigs, bulls, chicken, koi fish, turtles, bunnies). They even have a petting zoo and little playground for the kiddos. The petting zoo is only open from 3-5 pm though. It's not that big but neither is Champaign. When I went last (many, many years ago) it was free and accepted donations. They also doa summer program for kids who learn how to run a farm and help take care of the animals. I did this for a few years when I was a child and it was really, really fun.... Except for when you had to feed the bulls and you felt like you were walking to your death, clinging that hay to your chest while the volunteer leaders assured you it was okay but just make sure not to run away or make any sudden movements... Make sure to bring close-toed shoes, the won't let you in without them. This place may have changed SIGNIFICANTLY since I've been there last (which was in the 90's..) but I remember it being a wonderful summer spot as a kid.

The hours are inconvenient, the place is far from most apartments in the area, and their stock is…read moreliable to change daily, but the UIUC meat lab is the best-kept secret on campus. The meat is of excellent quality, the selection is good, prices are great for the product you're getting, and it's usually not too busy. All the meat is slaughtered and butchered locally, so it's the freshest money can buy. In addition to raw cuts of beef and pork, they also carry prepackaged bacon, sausages, ham, and other processed meats. You can also buy eggs by the flat, which is quite the bargain if you're a big breakfast eater. Simply put, if you want meat in Chambana, this is the place to get it.

Very accommodating professional and personal. I have had only stellar service and I feel confident…read morewith the product and process.

Very very limited to only certain types of food a to only a certain type of ethnic groups only very…read morenot diverse, and three out of 10 things I looked at had expiration dates that were expired,

If you're a person who loves to cook this is your spot. I always find the items that no other store…read morein town sells.

Urbana has the best farmers' market in downstate Illinois. A huge variety of vendors, often over…read more100, each Saturday. The smaller Thursday night market is a nice end to the week.

I've been trying to get my daughter to check out the Urbana farmer's market since last year. She…read morenever got up early enough to make it. I was on campus this past Saturday. We were planning on doing something else, but decided to stay in the C-U area so we didn't get to the market until 11:30, they close at noon. Some vendors were packing up and some sold most of their goods. Since we weren't planning on going to the farmer's market, I had already purchased a bunch of produce and meat for her at Whole Foods. I wish I hadn't. The produce at this market looked so good. They had good amount of produce and meat vendors. Prices seemed very reasonable. They had vendors that sold baked goods, jewelry, bags, soap,etc. The downside for students is the distance from campus and hours. I told my daughter she should coax a friend with a car to go with her. We were hungry and decided to check out a food truck. I don't know if there are usually more food trucks, but there were only 2 when we were there. The home football game may have effected the number of trucks. We chose Piato. I opted to try the farmers breakfast sandwich and my daughter tried the Carolina pulled pork sandwich. She wanted biscuits and gravy, but the ran out of biscuits. I enjoyed my sandwich. It was on sourdough bread, fried egg, cheddar and sausage. I liked it wasn't greasy. My daughter enjoyed the pulled pork. She even liked the cole slaw that came on top of the sandwich. She chose the bourbon sugar bbq sauce and said it was really good. We also got a fresh squeezed lemonade. We didn't enjoy that as much. We think it may have been sweetened with stevia. It had a weird aftertaste which is why we think it wasn't sugar. We don't like stevia. All in all, would definitely eat here again. Reasonable prices and friendly service!

So excited to stop here during our road trip because I knew they would have allergen-friendly items…read morethat might be tough for me to find other places. Plus I knew they would have ready-to-eat prepared foods that we could grab and go. In fact, they have a microwave you can use right at the end of the registers. My kids had a lot of fund finding the ingredients for homemade trail mix in the bulk bins too. We bought gluten-free snacks and prepared foods too. I don't mind bagging my own groceries because I do that at Aldi frequently. I love the idea of having an ownership stake in a co-op! How great. My kids said it felt like a mini-Whole Foods.

Super friendly service, and even the fellow shoppers were smiling at us. They have a nice bakery,…read moreand fresh drip coffee ( but only from 7:00 am -1:00 pm so we missed jt!) but I did buy some cookies (which is what I came for) and a canned oat milk coffee beverage. Would totally belong here if I was a local!

My son and daughter-in-law just got married there, and it was truly a fairy-tale wedding. The…read moreowner Dan greeted us immediately when we arrived the morning of the wedding, and he made sure the set up was exactly what the couple wanted. We were able to use the house to get ready and keep our personal items, and he was quick to respond to any questions or concerns. When the big moment arrived, guests were in awe at the beauty of the chapel area and reception room. The service was impeccable, and when guests spilled or created a mess, Dan himself responded immediately to keep the area clean, safe, and presentable. We had a beautiful moment after the dancing started... Dan opened the large back doors to reveal the sunsetting over the fields, and there was a collective "wow" by all the guests. Over the course of the afternoon and evening, we had guests taking pictures on the property, playing bags in the field, enjoying drinks on the grounds, eating, and dancing. Not one guest had a negative comment. Everything was absolutely perfect! Thank you Dan and Hudson Farm staff for making this day everything my family hoped it would be. I can't wait to get the pictures and relive this precious moment at this beautiful farm again.

I hosted a graduation party for 22 U of I graduates and their families (130 people) at the Hudson…read moreFarm reception barn on a Saturday night. Everything about it exceeded our expectations. The facility is very clean and spacious with high ceilings, and they have it beautifully set up with nice lighting. There was plenty of room for our buffet, table seating for everyone to sit down for dinner, the 360 photo booth that we rented, the bar, and the dance floor. Though everything inside the reception barn is picture perfect, when Dan opened the barn door at about 7:00 pm, all of the guests were blown away. We had a perfect evening with pleasant temperatures and a gorgeous sunset, and it became and indoor / outdoor event in a beautiful pastoral setting. The graduates and their families had such a fantastic time in a unique setting that made for a night we will never forget. Dan was so easy to work with and he and his staff worked so hard behind the bar to provide excellent service. Highest praise for Hudson Farms - its a gem. You will not be disappointed.

I am thoroughly impressed with Old Time Meat & Deli Shoppe. This place has the best selection of…read moremeat, chicken, and fish in Champaign. They also have the friendliest staff and a phenomenal selection of Boar's Head meats. To top it off, $1 bags of huuuuge potato chips. They have all of your grilling necessities, frozen food, and pre-marinated meats. This place is a gem that has so much to offer for reasonable prices! Nothing better than their stuffed potatoes and cheese curds.

Little old fashioned deli butcher shop. Totally recommend them. The selection and prices are very…read morecomparable. Great service, excellent products

We boarded our palomino quarter horse here for 10 years. The boarders are nice, the owners are…read morefriendly and knowledgeable, and the facility is top notch with an indoor arena and outdoor trails. Best barn around!

From the owner: Champaign Urbana's best equine boarding facility. Located 10 minutes from the U of I campus. (no…read morerentals) Built by horse owners for horse owners. Room for 30 horses - box stalls, double box stalls and stalls with run-out paddocks. Indoor arena, 20 acres with room to ride outside Owner/manager on premises. All disciplines. Call or stop by to check on stall availability.