Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurants Open on Christmas
Please note: This list will likely grow and we’d love your feedback! Know an establishment that’s open Christmas Eve and/or Christmas Day? Email CristyG@experiencecu.org.
Whatever the holidays look like for you, they can be magical, meaningful, and…honestly? Exhausting. Between travel, family time, and group chats, the idea of cooking (and all the dishes that follow) isn’t everyone’s idea of joy. But good news! Plenty of Champaign-Urbana area restaurants are either open or offering catering—whether you’re celebrating Christmas, opting out, or just craving a great meal. From your friends at Experience Champaign-Urbana, here’s to good food and good tidings done local!
Oh, one more thing: We recommend calling in advance to confirm holiday hours—staffing and/or inclement weather may affect openings.
DINE IN
Champaign
Baxter's Grille
100 Trade Center Dr., Ste. 101, Champaign | 217-239-9299
Christmas Eve: 3–8pm
Christmas Day: closed
Chinatown Buffet
713 W. Marketview Dr., Champaign | 217-367-8883
Christmas Day: 11am–9pm
Green Jade
1109 Windsor Rd., Champaign | 217-355-5988
Christmas Day: 10:30am–9:30pm
Kohinoor Indian Restaurant & Lounge
6 E. Columbia Ave., Champaign | 217-552-1384
Christmas Eve: 11am–3pm, 4:30–9:30pm
Christmas Day: 11am–3pm, 4:30–9:30pm
Merry Ann's Diner
1510 S. Neil St., Champaign | 217-352-5399
Christmas Eve: 6am–1pm
Christmas Day: 6am (24 hours)
Naya Indian Cuisine
212 E. Green St., Champaign | 217-607-1161
Christmas Day: 11am–11:30pm
Oishi
2501 N. Prospect Ave., Champaign | 217-398-6888
Christmas Eve: 11am–8pm
Christmas Day: 11am–8pm
Pekara Bakery & Bistro
811 W. Springfield Ave., Champaign | 217-607-8179
Christmas Eve: 7am–2pm
Christmas Day: closed
Peking Garden
206 N. Randolph St., Champaign | 217-355-8888
Christmas Eve: 11am–10pm
Christmas Day:11am–10pm
Super Wok
1737 W. Kirby Ave., Champaign | 217-398-0111
Christmas Day: 11am–9pm
Urbana
Good Judy's Espresso & Bagel Bar
2740 S. Philo Rd., Urbana | 217-819-6362
Christmas Eve: 7am–2pm
Christmas Day: 6–9am (pre-orders encouraged; limited menu)
Silvercreek
402 N. Race St., Urbana | 217-328-3402
Christmas Eve: 10am–2pm
Christmas Day: closed
Savoy
I Wok
113 W. Calvin St., Savoy | 217-344-4500
Christmas Eve: 11am–9pm
Christmas Day: 11am–9pm
Paxton
Paxton Family Restaurant
1050 W. Ottawa Rd., Paxton | 217-379-2777
Christmas Eve: 6am–2pm
Christmas Day: closed
BARS/ENTERTAINMENT
Champaign
Bentley’s Pub
419 N. Neil St., Champaign | 217-359-7977
Christmas Day: 7pm-2am
Christmas with DJ Belly starting at 10pm
Urbana
Rose Bowl
106 N. Race St., Urbana | 217-367-7031
Christmas Day: 8–11pm
Christmas at the Piano with Kurt Reeder
CATERING (ORDER AHEAD)
Champaign
Hamilton Walker's
201 N. Neil St., Champaign | 217-350-0363
Step up your holiday game by planning a Hamilton Walker’s feast! Order before December 20 for pickup on December 23.
Maize Mexican Grill
100 N. Chestnut St., Champaign | 217-355-3611
Christmas tamales plus delicious sides and drinks are available for online pre-order by noon on Saturday, December 20. Pickup is Tuesday, December 23, 2–6pm.
Papa Del's Pizza
1201 S. Neil St., Champaign | 217-359-7700
Before the holiday arrives, grab your favorite frozen Papa Del’s pizza to bake on Christmas Eve or Christmas. (When you order, let 'em know you'd like it frozen.) Pizzas take about a day to thaw in the fridge or a few hours to thaw on a countertop in a warm kitchen. And if you know an out-of-towner who loves Papa Del’s as well, they ship their pies nationwide!
Urbana
Baldarotta's Porketta & Sicilian Sausage
208 W. Griggs St., Urbana | 217-800-5726
Baldarotta's Christmas dinner menu features Pork Osso Bucco, Chicken Cacciatore, Sicilian Pot Roast, Mini Porketta Roast, and numerous sides. Each dinner item is sold by the pound. Order online by noon on Sunday, December 21. Pickup times are Wednesday, December 24: 2–2:45pm, 3–3:45pm, 4–4:45pm.
Hickory River Smokehouse
1706 N. Cunningham Ave., Urbana | 217-337-1656
Hickory River Smokehouse’s meats from "The Pit"—turkey, ham, and pork loin—are available and hand sliced when you’re ready to pick up. Call 217-337-1656 for more details and ordering options.
Piato Café
804 E. Main St., Urbana | 217-344-9015
Piato Cafe has your Christmas dinner covered with vegetarian and gluten-free options and delicious desserts. All orders must be placed by noon on Saturday, December 20, with pickup on Wednesday, December 24, 10am–1pm. To order, call 217-344-9015 or email info@piatocafe.com.
Arthur
Pauly's BBQ
310 E. Columbia St., Arthur | 217-543-2400
Perfect for gatherings big or small, Pauly's BBQ offers two meal package sizes, which include choice of meat (turkey, ham, or brisket), three sides, cornbread, and dessert. Call 217-543-2400 to place your order by Monday, December 15. Pickup is Wednesday, December 24 by 2pm.
Desserts (Order ahead)
Champaign
Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch
3902 S. Duncan Rd., Champaign | 217-359-5565
Ever ordered ahead from Curtis Orchard's bakery? Those apple cider donuts and fritters are a perfect addition to a holiday breakfast. Order online by Sunday, December 21 for pickup on Tuesday, December 23.
Hunny Bunny Bakes
2004 S. Neil St., Champaign | 217-419-1774
With Christmas almost here, let Hunny Bunny Bakes provide the pies—apple, pumpkin, and pecan! Pre-order online by Monday, December 15 for pickup on Tuesday, December 23 or Wednesday, December 24.
Suzu's Bakery
114 N. Walnut St., Champaign | 217-355-5400
Treat yourself this holiday with delicious Japanese desserts from Suzu's! Order by 7pm on Monday, December 22 for pickup on Wednesday, December 24, 10am–1pm.
Monticello
Pies by Inge
212 S. Independence St., Monticello | 217-778-0200
Choose from cinnamon rolls, cakes, cookies, bars, brownies, scones, and—of course—pies. Sugar-free and gluten-free pies are also available. Order online by Tuesday, December 23.
Community Meals
Paxton
Paxton Covenant Church
260 S. Union St., Paxton | 217-379-1191
Christmas Day: 11am–1pm
Paxton Covenant Church is offering a free community Christmas meal, which can be eaten at the church, picked up, or delivered. They must be pre-ordered—call 217-379-3554.