Big Grove Tavern opened its doors in May of 2012 bringing the first true farm to table restaurant in the Champaign Urbana community. Executive Chef Jessica Gorin and Sous Chefs Terrah King and Tomasz Nilges draw inspiration from the local farmer's market and utilize exceptional ingredients at the height of their season. Each menu reflects a solid commitment to using naturally-raised and organic ingredients sourced directly from local farms and farmers' markets.
Our name comes from a large stand of trees called, “The Big Grove,” which offered shelter from the wide open prairie skies during the earliest days of our community. Now known as Busey Woods, you can still see the remnant of Big Grove in Urbana today.
We celebrate the true sense of the word “tavern.” As the heart and soul of the community, our tavern is a warm and welcoming place bringing together visitors and locals alike. Our mission is to provide a warm and welcoming environment that allows us to treat our guests like family while also supporting our community partners. Big Grove is a classic tavern with modern flair. Join us for lunch, dinner and weekend brunches. With Champaign’s best cocktails, great wine selection and wide variety of local craft beers, you'll be sure to find something right up your alley. Whether you are from the area or visiting from far away, we welcome all like family at Big Grove Tavern.
At Big Grove Tavern, we offer private dining for your convenience. We have three private dining rooms available that can accommodate small intimate dinners or events for up to 100 seated guests. The entire restaurant rental is available for larger groups. Our Sales Manager, Chanelle Stokes, will guide and help you plan your perfect event whether it be a business meeting, bridal or baby shower, rehearsal dinner, birthday or anniversary celebration!
Depending on the number of guests attending your event, our banquet menu is presented cocktail style, family style or buffet style. Our Sales Manager and Chef are happy to work with you to customize a menu that fits your group.
For more information on our private dining options, please contact:
Chanelle Stokes
Sales and Marketing Manager
sales@biggrovetavern.com
Big Grove Tavern is located in the heart of downtown Champaign at the corner of Church and Neil streets. We are in the center of a vibrant downtown community of theaters, live music venues, diverse bars and restaurants as well as the beautiful West Side Park.
One East Main St | Champaign, IL | 61820
217.239.3505
