Big Grove Tavern – American
Big Grove Tavern invites guests into a lively, communal space where the warmth of classic comfort food meets the bright, zesty elegance of a modern raw bar. Diners can transition from the chilled brine of fresh oysters and citrus-kissed salmon carpaccio to the soul-warming richness of shepherd’s pie or a golden, crispy chicken fried steak. It is a vibrant culinary crossroads where bold global accents, like aromatic green curry wings, harmonize with rustic tavern staples to create a sophisticated yet approachable neighborhood retreat.
1 East Main Street, Champaign IL 61820 https://biggrovetavern.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, slow-carb
Diet fit at Big Grove Tavern
Halal at Big Grove Tavern
Big Grove Tavern in Champaign has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp & Scallop Ceviche, Salmon Carpaccio and Salmon Latkes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Big Grove Tavern
Big Grove Tavern in Champaign has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Shepherd's Pie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Big Grove Tavern
Big Grove Tavern in Champaign has 14 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raspberry Ginger Paloma, Big Grove Manhattan and Strawberry Boulevardier. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Big Grove Tavern
Big Grove Tavern in Champaign has 15 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Creme Brulee Cheesecake, Raspberry Ginger Paloma and Big Grove Manhattan. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Big Grove Tavern
Big Grove Tavern in Champaign has 3 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raspberry Ginger Paloma, Zero Grove (N/A) and Glitter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Big Grove Tavern
Big Grove Tavern in Champaign has 9 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon Carpaccio, Chicken Parmesan and Raspberry Ginger Paloma. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Big Grove Tavern
Big Grove Tavern in Champaign has 20 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp & Scallop Ceviche, Salmon Carpaccio and Salmon Latkes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Plant-Based at Big Grove Tavern
Big Grove Tavern in Champaign has 5 plant-based-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Thyme of the Season, Triptych Raise A Little Hope Draft and Brouwerij Huyghe Delirium Tremens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Big Grove Tavern
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Italian Job | 5.5 g | 42.3 g |
| Shepherd's Pie | 11.9 g | 39.7 g |
| Pineapple Under The Sea | 94.5 g | 37.9 g |
| Salmon Carpaccio | 101.5 g | 36.9 g |
| Salmon Latkes | 5.1 g | 29.6 g |
| Cod Risotto | 33.5 g | 20.8 g |
| Creme Brulee Cheesecake | 159.8 g | 11.9 g |
| Strawberry Boulevardier | 39.2 g | 11.7 g |
| Shrimp & Scallop Ceviche | 60.2 g | 11.6 g |
| Chicken Parmesan | 13.6 g | 11 g |
| Chicken Fried Steak | 4.2 g | 6 g |
| Glitter | 23.1 g | 2.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Tuesday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Wednesday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its welcoming and friendly atmosphere, guests at Big consistently praise the outstanding burgers and high-quality ingredients. Reviewers highlight the attentive and courteous service staff who provide a seamless dining experience through regular check-ins. Standout dishes include the signature burger, which diners frequently recommend for its exceptional flavor and satisfying preparation.
Menu
Appetizers
- Shrimp & Scallop Ceviche - $9: Shrimp, scallop, fresh avocado, house-fried tortilla chips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Old School Oysters - $20: Six Misty Point oysters, lemon wedge, crackers, hot sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Grove Style Oysters - $20: Six Misty Point oysters, champagne peppercorn mignonette, bourbon granita, fresh mint Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Curry Wings (6) - $12.5: Buttermilk-braised wings, green curry sauce, green onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Carpaccio - $18: Thinly sliced smoked salmon, red onion, capers, toasted asiago crostinis, arugula salad with dill, thyme, parsley, honey, lemon juice and zest Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Shepherd's Pie - $23: Ground beef and lamb, sauteed carrots and onions, rosemary, thyme, sweet pea puree, puff pastry shell, mashed potatoes, falernum gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cod Risotto - $30: Pan seared cod with panko crusting, risotto, grilled green onions, cherry tomatoes, asparagus, homemade walnut pesto Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $27: Fried panko crusted chicken breast, cavatappi pasta, sundried tomato and cherry tomato cream sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Steak - $27: Beer-battered deep fried 6oz ribeye, falernum gravy, 2 eggs, hash browns Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Salmon Latkes - $18: Homemade potato pancakes with fresno chiles and cilantro, smoked salmon, capers, onions, dill creme fraiche Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Creme Brulee Cheesecake - $12: Homemade cheesecake, graham cracker crust, caramelized sugar crust, whipped cream, bourbon glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Big Grove Old Fashioned - $13: Bourbon, orange simple syrup, Angostura, Peychaud's and orange bitters, orange zest, Luxardo cherry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Big Grove Manhattan - $12: James Pepper rye, Casals vermouth, Luxardo cherry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sazerac - $13: James Pepper rye, simple syrup, Peychaud's bitters, absinthe rinse, lemon twist
- Strawberry Boulevardier - $14: James Pepper rye, strawberry infused campari, sweet vermouth Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Raspberry Ginger Paloma - $13: Union Uno mezcal, grapefruit juice, ginger lime and raspberry syrup, club soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Glitter - $13: Tito's vodka, Passoa passion fruit liqueur, fresh lemon juice, orange simple, Lini lambrusco dry sparkling red wine, edible glitter Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Thyme of the Season - $14: Captain Morgan white rum, Bigallet thym liqueur, Giffard apricot liqueur, lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Prickly Pear Margarita - $12: Corazon blanco tequila, Brovo orange curacao, prickly pear puree, lime juice, orange bitters
- Italian Job - $12: Gin, aperol, fresh lemon juice, orange simple syrup, orange zest, rhubarb bitters, topped with sparkling wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Big Grove Mules - $12: Choice of vodka or bourbon, topped with ginger lime syrup and ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pineapple Under The Sea - $12: Sunset Hills gin and Four Pillars bloody shiraz sloe gin, pineapple juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, and tiki bitters, topped with sliced pineapple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Espresso Martini - $14: Wheatley vodka, Mr. Black’s coffee liqueur, Buffalo Trace bourbon cream liqueur, cold brew coffee
- Berry Bandito (N/A) - $6: Seedlip agave N/A spirit, ginger lime syrup, blackberry puree, thyme garnish Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Peppered Pig (N/A) - $6: Seedlip garden 108 herbal N/A spirit, tonic syrup, grapefruit juice, club soda, and black pepper Dietary tags: Juice-Cleanse
- Zero Grove (N/A) - $6: Seedlip Grove 42 citrus n/a spirit, lemon juice, prickly pear syrup, club soda, lemon twist Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Triptych Raise A Little Hope Draft - $6: Czech-style amber lager 4.7% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- 3 Floyds Zombie Dust Draft - $7: Pale ale 6.5% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Brouwerij Huyghe Delirium Tremens - $11: Belgian pale strong ale 16oz can 8.5% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Frequently Asked Questions about Big Grove Tavern
- Is Big Grove Tavern halal-friendly?
- Yes. Big Grove Tavern has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp & Scallop Ceviche, Salmon Carpaccio and Salmon Latkes.
- What can I eat at Big Grove Tavern on a halal diet?
- Shrimp & Scallop Ceviche, Salmon Carpaccio and Salmon Latkes carry the halal tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Big Grove Tavern have vegan options?
- Yes. 14 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Raspberry Ginger Paloma and Big Grove Manhattan.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Big Grove Tavern?
- Italian Job, at roughly 42.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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