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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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Mark your calendar for Brunch Vibes with Kenny Odom at Neil St. Blues on August 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM 🎶🥂

Come kick back in a casual atmosphere with a mimosa in hand, soulful Southern flavors, and the smooth sounds of Kenny Odom setting the tone for your Sunday. It's the kind of afternoon you'll want to settle into and savor. Featuring Smothered Baked Chicken and Dressing on the All-You-Can-Eat Buffet! 

#NeilStBlues #BrunchVibes #KennyOdom #SundayPlans #LiveMusicThursday nights are made for mic drops at Neil St. Blues 🎤 Grab your crew and jump into Karaoke @ NSB at 08:30 PM—whether you're a shower singer or a full-on superstar, it's all about good vibes and big performances. See you there 😎

#NeilStBlues #KaraokeAtNSB #ThursdayNightsNeil St. Blues is bringing the heat on August 12, 2026 at 08:30 PM with Wednesday En Fuego - DJ Wesjile 🔥 DJ Wesjile will be spinning the best in Latin music and dance, plus free Cumbia dance lessons kick things off early—so don't show up late. The kitchen will be open, and this one is 21+ 💃

#NeilStBlues #LatinNight #CumbiaVibes #LiveDJSundays are for comfort food and good vibes at Neil St. Blues 😋 Soulful Sunday Brunch is stacked with all the home-cooked favorites you've been craving, from bacon, biscuits, and waffles to fried chicken, fried fish, mac n cheese, collard greens, sweet potatoes, ribs, desserts, and more. Join us every Sunday from 11:00 AM–3:00 PM! 🍽️

#NeilStBlues #SoulfulSundayBrunch #SundayBrunch #ComfortFoodSaturdays are for big brunch energy at Neil St. Blues 🍳 Come through for Sippin' Saturday Brunch every Saturday from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM and dig into Southern favorites like chicken & waffles, fried fish, biscuits and gravy, and all-you-can-eat crab legs. Good food, great vibes, and the kind of weekend start that just feels right. 🥂

#NeilStBlues #SippinSaturdayBrunch #ChampaignEats #WeekendBrunchLunch plans = handled 😋 Neil St. Blues is bringing back Vegetarian Buffet on August 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM with Southern favorites and a plant-based flair. Come hungry for Vegetable Lasagna, Vegan Jambalaya, Oyster Mushroom Chicken n Waffles, and much more—then bring your friends along for the feast!

#NeilStBlues #VegetarianBuffet #PlantBasedEatsJambalaya is the one everyone keeps coming back for at Neil St. Blues 🔥 Loaded with fire roasted peppers and onions, turkey smoked sausage, shrimp, and blackened chicken, it's bold, hearty, and easily one of the most talked-about dishes in the house.

#NeilStBlues #Jambalaya #CustomerFavorite #BoldFlavorCue the red, white, and blues 🎶! Please note that Neil St. Blues will be closed on July Fourth to allow our staff a day to celebrate. ✨

#IndependenceDay #NeilStBlues #HolidayVibesWhat an incredible honor it was to welcome University of Illinois Chancellor Charles Isbell, Provost John Coleman, and members of the university's senior leadership team to Neil St. Blues this afternoon.

As a locally owned Champaign restaurant, we are deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve the leaders helping shape the future of our university and community. It was truly a pleasure meeting Chancellor Isbell and hosting such a distinguished group.

Thank you to the University of Illinois leadership team for choosing Neil St. Blues for your gathering. We hope you enjoyed your time with us as much as we enjoyed having you.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back again soon!

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