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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 scratch—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

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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Get ready for a spooky late-night bash at Neil St. Blues 🎃 Halloween Party hits on October 31, 2026, at 10:00 PM with a scream-worthy vibe, costume fun, and a shot at bragging rights for the best costume of the night. It's the kind of party you'll want to show up for dressed to impress and ready for a hauntingly good time 👻 21+, $10 cover before midnight!

Make plans to attend Halloween Party and bring your best costume. 
— Neil St. Blues

#HalloweenParty #NeilStBlues #CostumeContestGet ready for a spooky late-night bash at Neil St. Blues 🎃 Halloween Party hits on October 31, 2026, at 10:00 PM with a scream-worthy vibe, costume fun, and a shot at bragging rights for the best costume of the night. It's the kind of party you'll want to show up for dressed to impress and ready for a hauntingly good time 👻 21+, $10 cover before midnight!

Make plans to attend Halloween Party and bring your best costume. 
— Neil St. Blues

#HalloweenParty #NeilStBlues #CostumeContestComfort food vibes, all veggie style 🌱 Join Neil St. Blues for Vegetarian Lunch Buffet on October 23, 2026, from 11am–2pm—loaded with flavor, big on satisfaction, and made to impress. Save your spot today! 😋 #NeilStBlues #VegetarianLunchBuffet #LunchPlansComfort food vibes, all veggie style 🌱 Join Neil St. Blues for Vegetarian Lunch Buffet on October 23, 2026, from 11am–2pm—loaded with flavor, big on satisfaction, and made to impress. Save your spot today! 😋 #NeilStBlues #VegetarianLunchBuffet #LunchPlansNeil St. Blues is bringing the crunch with our Fried Catfish Fillet Dinner 🔥 Breaded and deep fried to golden perfection, this customer favorite comes with 2 sides and a dinner roll, with your choice of one fillet or two. Come hungry 😋

#NeilStBlues #FriedCatfishFilletDinner #CustomerFavoriteNeil St. Blues is bringing the crunch with our Fried Catfish Fillet Dinner 🔥 Breaded and deep fried to golden perfection, this customer favorite comes with 2 sides and a dinner roll, with your choice of one fillet or two. Come hungry 😋

#NeilStBlues #FriedCatfishFilletDinner #CustomerFavoriteNational Hero's Day Celebration at Neil St. Blues on October 18, 2026. 5PM 🇯🇲🎶

We're bringing the flavor with a Jamaican themed Dinner Buffet featuring Jerk Chicken, Brown Stew Oxtails, Curried Goat and more. Live music and entertainment from Ryan Byfield & Nuclei! Come enjoy the energy, and spend the evening with great food, cocktails, and good vibes. $40 per person includes dinner and entertainment! Reservations are required! 

#NeilStBlues #NationalHerosDayCelebration #JamaicanInspired #LiveEntertainmentNational Hero's Day Celebration at Neil St. Blues on October 18, 2026. 5PM 🇯🇲🎶

We're bringing the flavor with a Jamaican themed Dinner Buffet featuring Jerk Chicken, Brown Stew Oxtails, Curried Goat and more. Live music and entertainment from Ryan Byfield & Nuclei! Come enjoy the energy, and spend the evening with great food, cocktails, and good vibes. $40 per person includes dinner and entertainment! Reservations are required! 

#NeilStBlues #NationalHerosDayCelebration #JamaicanInspired #LiveEntertainmentSundays are for good food and good vibes at Neil St. Blues 🍗 Soulful Sunday Brunch starts at 11:00 AM every Sunday with all your home-cooked favorites—bacon, biscuits, waffles, fried chicken, fried fish, mac n cheese, collard greens, sweet potatoes, ribs, lasagna, desserts, and more. Come hungry and settle in for a laid-back brunch worth making a tradition 😋

#SoulfulSundayBrunch #NeilStBlues #SundayBrunch #SoulFood #UofIHomecoming #Mimosas #DowntownChampaign

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