Highest-rated cheap eats in Champaign by diners

Americans spend a lot of money on eating out鈥攊n 2024, that totaled, or nearly 59% of all food spending. So, it's only natural to want the best bang for your restaurant dollar.

Value has become a key component of what diners look for when they eat out, with eyeing menus for value meals. At the same time, many diners also look for something new and exciting, hoping to sample new flavors or food with ingredients that are too expensive to make at home.

Many ethnic cuisines also provide a lot of value because they aren't as expensive to produce. Many Mexican dishes fall into this category because. Many Asian cuisines, including Chinese, Filipino, and Cambodian food, also rely on low-cost ingredients and simple food preparation techniques.

Food trucks and street food vendors also offer cheaper food, thanks to lower overhead costs. Their limited menus typically focus on one type of food, allowing them to simplify purchasing and pass the savings on in the form of lower prices.

compiled a list of the highest-rated cheap eats restaurants within 10 kilometers of the Champaign area using data from . Data is as of Aug. 8, 2025. Businesses were selected using Yelp's ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only businesses with at least 20 reviews were considered, and a cost of "$" (out of 4) were considered. Also, in an effort to highlight independent businesses and local chains, those with more than five locations nationally, based on the Yelp data, were not included.

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Espresso Royale -Village Green

1 / 29

#29. Espresso Royale -Village Green

- Rating: 3.8/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2401 Village Green Place Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Cafes
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Golden Wok

2 / 29

#28. Golden Wok

- Rating: 3.8/5 (150 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 405 East University Ave. Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Thai, Chinese
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The Y Eatery

3 / 29

#27. The Y Eatery

- Rating: 3.8/5 (35 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1001 South Wright St. Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Thai
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K-Bowl

4 / 29

#26. K-Bowl

- Rating: 3.8/5 (60 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 39 East Green St. Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Korean, Poke
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Wienerschnitzel

5 / 29

#25. Wienerschnitzel

- Rating: 3.9/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2102 West Springfield Ave. Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Fast food, Hot Dogs, Sandwiches
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Po' Boys Restaurant

6 / 29

#24. Po' Boys Restaurant

- Rating: 3.9/5 (100 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 202 East University Ave. Ste C Urbana, Illinois
- Categories: Barbecue, Pizza
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Jipbap Taste of Korea

7 / 29

#23. Jipbap Taste of Korea

- Rating: 3.9/5 (109 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 601 South 6th St. Ste 101 Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Korean
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Xinh Xinh Cafe

8 / 29

#22. Xinh Xinh Cafe

- Rating: 3.9/5 (254 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 114 North Vine St. Urbana, Illinois
- Categories: Vietnamese
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Cracked on Green

9 / 29

#21. Cracked on Green

- Rating: 4.0/5 (180 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 619 East Green St. Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, Food Trucks
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Big J J Fish & Chicken

10 / 29

#20. Big J J Fish & Chicken

- Rating: 4.0/5 (70 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1114 North Market St. Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Chicken Wings, Fish & Chips, fast food
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First Wok

11 / 29

#19. First Wok

- Rating: 4.0/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1805 Philo Road Urbana, Illinois
- Categories: Chinese
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Bunny's Tavern

12 / 29

#18. Bunny's Tavern

- Rating: 4.0/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 119 West Water St. Urbana, Illinois
- Categories: Dive Bars, American
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Sam's Cafe

13 / 29

#17. Sam's Cafe

- Rating: 4.0/5 (137 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 115 North Walnut St. Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Diners, Breakfast & Brunch
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Manolo's Pizza & Empanadas

14 / 29

#16. Manolo's Pizza & Empanadas

- Rating: 4.0/5 (157 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1115 West Oregon St. Urbana, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Empanadas
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Filippo's Pizza and Italian Food of Mahomet

15 / 29

#15. Filippo's Pizza and Italian Food of Mahomet

- Rating: 4.1/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2012 Tin Cup Road Ste B Mahomet, Illinois
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Sandwiches
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Cravings

16 / 29

#14. Cravings

- Rating: 4.1/5 (213 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 603 South Wright St. Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Chinese, Pan Asian
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Bangkok Thai and Pho 911

17 / 29

#13. Bangkok Thai and Pho 911

- Rating: 4.1/5 (224 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 410 East Green St. Unit 3 Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Thai
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Paris Super Crepes

18 / 29

#12. Paris Super Crepes

- Rating: 4.2/5 (79 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 601 South 6th St. Ste 106 Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Desserts, Creperies
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Bevier Cafe

19 / 29

#11. Bevier Cafe

- Rating: 4.2/5 (26 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 905 South Goodwin Ave. Bevier Hall, Rm 298 Urbana, Illinois
- Categories: New American, Cafes
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I Wok

20 / 29

#10. I Wok

- Rating: 4.2/5 (71 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 113 Calvin St. Savoy, Illinois
- Categories: Chinese
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Signature Grill

21 / 29

#9. Signature Grill

- Rating: 4.2/5 (58 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 505 East Green St. Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Mediterranean, Indian, Mexican
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Huaraches Moroleon

22 / 29

#8. Huaraches Moroleon

- Rating: 4.4/5 (339 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 805 Philo Road Urbana, Illinois
- Categories: Mexican
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The Red Herring Vegetarian Restaurant

23 / 29

#7. The Red Herring Vegetarian Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (75 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1209 West Oregon St. Urbana, Illinois
- Categories: Vegetarian, Cafes, Vegan
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Krispy Krunchy Chicken

24 / 29

#6. Krispy Krunchy Chicken

- Rating: 4.5/5 (26 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 922 West Bradley Ave. Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Chicken Wings
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Dragon Fire Pizza

25 / 29

#5. Dragon Fire Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (41 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Naperville, Illinois
- Categories: Food Trucks, Pizza
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Fernando's Food

26 / 29

#4. Fernando's Food

- Rating: 4.6/5 (67 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 44 East Sprinfield Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Food Trucks, Mexican
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Mo's Burritos

27 / 29

#3. Mo's Burritos

- Rating: 4.6/5 (37 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1104 North Prospect Ave. Champaign, Illinois
- Categories: Food Trucks, Mexican
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El Oasis

28 / 29

#2. El Oasis

- Rating: 4.7/5 (116 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 510 North Cunningham Ave. Urbana, Illinois
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Mexican
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Stango Cuisine

29 / 29

#1. Stango Cuisine

- Rating: 4.7/5 (55 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 500 North Walnut St. Champaign , Illinois
- Categories: African, Caribbean, New American
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Jill Jaracz, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 388 metros.

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