Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Central Illinois
  5. Champaign
Houlihan's - Champaign, Champaign, IL

Houlihan's - Champaign

4.3
4.3
310 Reviews
$30 and under
American

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Houlihan’s Restaurant + Bar features a vibrant atmosphere and irresistible American cuisine. Located directly south of the State Farm Center and on the main floor of the I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center, this contemporary restaurant in Champaign includes an energetic dining room, bustling bar, and cozy outdoor patio to dine al fresco during warmer weather.

Offering delicious appetizers, exceptional entrées, and decadent desserts, our diverse selections are exclusively prepared from scratch using the highest quality ingredients to satisfy your cravings.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Located on the south east corner of 1st and St. Marys.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Zach Bronson
Gift card

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

What 310 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Illinois

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Houlihan's in Champaign is celebrated for its "fantastic service" and flavorful dishes, making it a great spot for special occasions. Guests appreciate the "friendly waitstaff" and "quality food" available at a "great value." Some reviews note inconsistencies with food temperature and service speed, but many diners enjoy a memorable dining experience.

310 Reviews
  1. Brenda

    Atlanta14 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Bar was very backed up. We sat in the dining room but didn’t get drinks until half way through our meal. Usually the food takes forever, tonight it was drinks.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Brenda

    Atlanta14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Bar was backed up more than usual. Food service was good.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Bill

    Chicago6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Despite the near-empty dining room, service was extremely below par due to the 20 plus gathering ahead of our table of two.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Stephen

    Chicago35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for Restaurant Week and the prix fixe menu was delicious and a good value.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Jayne VIP

    Chicago21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful birthday celebration for my husband! Food was great! And Katie took good care of us!

    Is this helpful?

  6. Kathy

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, great food. Will visit again. Thank you!

    Is this helpful?

  7. Tom VIP

    Chicago9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great meal at Houlihan's and the service was fantastic. Would definitely recommend for a casual dinner and drinks.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Stacia VIP

    Chicago1 review

    1.0

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was not good. We ordered chips and salsa as an appetizer - the chips was chewy and wet. We ordered chicken nachos - the cheese was cold. My son ordered chicken strips that were hard as rocks and difficult to eat. I won’t eat here again.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Scott

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined on August 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food came to table warm and well prepared. Everything tasted great, service was good, and we will definitely go back in the future.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Prithi

    Chicago1 review

    2.0

    Dined on August 21, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    OpenTable allowed for reservations at 8:45 pm and 9:00 pm when the restaurant doesn't. We went to the restaurant at 8:55 pm (booking said the reservation will be held till 20 mins after booked time). But the restaurant folks said the kitchen is closed by 9 pm, and they wouldn't seat us. So, I had to request for a take out atleast as it was a long day, after a red-eye flight the previous night to Chicago and driving from there to UIUC to drop off kid at college. So, they prepared what we ordered, chicken orzo soup and the fettuccine pasta. The soup had too much chicken. Pasta was ok. Hope opentable can be corrected to only show proper reservation timings.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Houlihan's - Champaign offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (217) 819-5005.

Houlihan's - Champaign is rated 4.3 stars by 310 OpenTable diners.

Houlihan's - Champaign does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Houlihan's - Champaign

1902 South First Street, Champaign, IL 61820

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Located on the south east corner of 1st and St. Marys.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Zach Bronson
Gift card

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo