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Neil St. Blues

Who We Are

At Neil St. Blues, we pride ourselves on serving up soulful, Southern hospitality in every bite. Specializing in fried chicken, fried fish, and homemade sides, we make everything from scratchβ€”right down to the mac and cheese sauce all the way to our fresh baked peach cobbler. Our recipes are rooted in tradition, crafted with love, and served with a warm smile.


Located in the heart of downtown Champaign, we invite you to come for the food, stay for the music, and leave with unforgettable memories. Whether you're dining in or letting us cater your next event, you're always welcome at Neil St. Blues.

Catering Services

Serving soulful flavors that bring smiles to every event, one unforgettable bite at a time!

Elevate your event with the rich, comforting flavors of Neil St. Blues' soul food catering! From weddings to corporate events, let us bring home-cooked goodness to your next gathering. Contact us today to customize your menu and make your event truly unforgettable!

Upcoming Events

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Nov13

8th Anniversary Comedy Show

Fri, Nov 13, 9:00 pm - Sat, Nov 14, 12:30 am

Celebrate 8 years of Neil St. Blues with a night of comedy featuring Actor/Comedian Omar Gooding and an incredible lineup ofΒ comedians!

Jazz Step Entertainment presents theΒ Neil...

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Nov14

Sippin' Saturday Brunch

Weekly Sat at 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Every Saturday | 11:00 AM - 3:00Β PM

πŸ“ Neil St.Β Blues
301 N Neil St #106, Champaign, ILΒ 61820

Ready to kick off your weekend with a delicious brunch and endless vibes? Join usΒ ...

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Nov15

Soulful Sunday Brunch

Weekly Sun at 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

No need to cook Sunday Dinner! All of your home-cooked favorites. Bacon, Biscuits, Waffles, Fried Chicken, Fried Fish, Mac n Cheese, Collard Greens, Sweet Potatoes, Ribs,Β Dessert...

Private Events

Celebrate life's special moments at Neil St. Blues, where soul food meets Southern hospitality. Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, retirement party, University event or any gathering, we'll make sure your event is filled with great vibes, delicious food, and unforgettable memories. Let us create the perfect setting for your occasion.


Reserve your date today and let's make it a celebration to remember!

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Shrimp n Grits

I'll tell you WHAT-that Shrimp N Grits tho! ?and our waiter Mason was perfect, too! Definitely coming back!

Silver

Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey

I really do not care for collards greens I love mustard and turnip but after eating them from Neil St Blues I like them. They had very good flavor and they were tender. I will be ordering more in the further. Keep up the good work.

Sonja

Fried Cabbage

Delicious and perfectly cooked Grilled catfish, red beans and rice, fried cabbage and peach cobbler. The staff is so attentive to their guests

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Thanksgiving is better when you can skip the cooking and focus on the people around the table πŸ¦ƒ Neil St. Blues is bringing back Thanksgiving Buffet on November 26, 2026 at 11:00 AM with a hearty Southern-style feast featuring favorites like Cajun Brined Turkey, Honey-Glazed Ham, Baked Chicken, Sage Cornbread Dressing, Candied Yams, Baked Mac N' Cheese, desserts, and more. Gather your family and friends and make plans to attend Thanksgiving Buffet for a relaxed holiday celebration full of comfort and great company πŸ‚ #NeilStBlues #ThanksgivingBuffet #HolidayDining

β€” Neil St. BluesThanksgiving is better when you can skip the cooking and focus on the people around the table πŸ¦ƒ Neil St. Blues is bringing back Thanksgiving Buffet on November 26, 2026 at 11:00 AM with a hearty Southern-style feast featuring favorites like Cajun Brined Turkey, Honey-Glazed Ham, Baked Chicken, Sage Cornbread Dressing, Candied Yams, Baked Mac N' Cheese, desserts, and more. Gather your family and friends and make plans to attend Thanksgiving Buffet for a relaxed holiday celebration full of comfort and great company πŸ‚ #NeilStBlues #ThanksgivingBuffet #HolidayDining

β€” Neil St. BluesNeil St. Blues is bringing it back in a big way on November 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM with Candy Foster 🎢 Celebrate 8 years right where it all started and get ready for a night full of powerful music, great energy, and unforgettable memories. If you love live entertainment with heart and soul, this is the event to be part of ✨

Make plans to attend Candy Foster at Neil St. Blues on November 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM.

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#CandyFoster #LiveMusic #NeilStBlues #SoulfulNightsNeil St. Blues is bringing it back in a big way on November 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM with Candy Foster 🎢 Celebrate 8 years right where it all started and get ready for a night full of powerful music, great energy, and unforgettable memories. If you love live entertainment with heart and soul, this is the event to be part of ✨

Make plans to attend Candy Foster at Neil St. Blues on November 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM.

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#CandyFoster #LiveMusic #NeilStBlues #SoulfulNightsWork off that Thanksgiving feast at Neil St. Blues with our Black Friday Line Dance & Day Party on November 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM πŸ’ƒ From 2–3 PM, Angelique will be teaching the latest line dance moves, then the day party kicks off at 3 PM with high-energy vibes, great food, and plenty of reasons to celebrate with your friends! Get your tickets now! 

$5 Online Ticket and $25 minimum food purchase required! 🎢 

#NeilStBlues #LineDanceParty #BlackFridayFun #DayParty #DowntownChampaignWork off that Thanksgiving feast at Neil St. Blues with our Black Friday Line Dance & Day Party on November 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM πŸ’ƒ From 2–3 PM, Angelique will be teaching the latest line dance moves, then the day party kicks off at 3 PM with high-energy vibes, great food, and plenty of reasons to celebrate with your friends! Get your tickets now! 

$5 Online Ticket and $25 minimum food purchase required! 🎢 

#NeilStBlues #LineDanceParty #BlackFridayFun #DayParty #DowntownChampaignGet ready for a night of great energy and live sound at Neil St. Blues 🎢 Kalesa Band Live Music hits on November 20, 2026 at 08:30 PM, bringing the kind of performance that turns an ordinary evening into something memorable. Come for the music, soak in the atmosphere, and be part of a fun night out with fellow live music fans. Join us for Kalesa Band Live Music on November 20, 2026 at 08:30 PM! 🎀 #NeilStBlues #LiveMusic #KalesaBandLiveMusicGet ready for a night of great energy and live sound at Neil St. Blues 🎢 Kalesa Band Live Music hits on November 20, 2026 at 08:30 PM, bringing the kind of performance that turns an ordinary evening into something memorable. Come for the music, soak in the atmosphere, and be part of a fun night out with fellow live music fans. Join us for Kalesa Band Live Music on November 20, 2026 at 08:30 PM! 🎀 #NeilStBlues #LiveMusic #KalesaBandLiveMusicReserved tables are going fast! Get your table today and get ready to laugh big with Neil St. Blues at the 8th Anniversary Comedy Show on November 13, 2026! 🎀 Celebrate 8 amazing years with headliner Omar Gooding, a stacked comedy lineup, DJ I.C. DrΓ©, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, and a lively cocktail hour starting at 9:00 PM before the show kicks off at 10:00 PM. It's the perfect night for great energy, great company, and nonstop laughs you won't want to miss πŸ˜‚ Join us for the celebration at the 8th Anniversary Comedy Show! #NeilStBlues #ComedyNight #AnniversaryShow

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