Restaurant & Bar Reviews

Jess took a ride to Homer for fancy soda and sandwiches. And ice cream.

Courier Café is a no brainer for breakfast and a casual lunch or dinner, but it should also be at the top of your list for dessert.

Two summers ago, we mentioned that Guido’s had the BEST new menu items. And while they’re not so much new anymore, they are still quite good.

After a few years away, V. Picasso has returned, but this time to Downtown Champaign. What’s the new restaurant like? Jess treated herself to dinner to find out.

There’s nothing sweeter on a hot day than a delicious, refreshing frozen treat.

The Smile Politely editors took a field trip to Miga, and collectively sampled most of the menu.

The newest restaurant to join Downtown Champaign serves fast-casual wood-fired pizza. How does it fare? Jess checked it out.

Jess checks out Paxton’s Just Hamburgers.

Sam takes a stab at reviewing home-style cooking deep in Urbana. Should you make plans to journey to Apple Dumplin' next Sunday? Read on to find out.