Chabad Cafe
We are thrilled to announce that Chabad is now providing a comprehensive Kosher meal plan, prepared freshly by our in-house chef. This offering is available to students, visitors, locals, and everyone alike.
Sunday:
Brunch and Dinner
Monday - Thursday:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Friday:
Breakfast and Lunch
You can purchase a full Kosher meal plan through Chabad. You can choose to enroll on a semester basis or purchase a single meal at the Chabad Cafe.
This meal plan is also affiliated with University Private Certified Housing. If you reside in a different dormitory, you have the option to acquire a meal plan at Chabad, which aligns with University regulations.
Lincoln Avenue Dining Hall
In partnership with Illini Chabad, the University of Illinois presents Kosher meal offerings at Allen Hall/LAR Residence Hall, under the supervision of Chabad's Rabbi Dovid Tiechtel. Lunch is served from Monday to Thursday between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, while dinner is available on Sunday (Monday)-Thursday from 4:45 PM to 6:15 PM, featuring a cafeteria-style hot meal setup. The dining setup is buffet style, with Gluten-Free choices also provided.
You have the option to utilize your i-card for meal credits or make payments at the reception. Additional details can be found here.
This service is open to both students and the general public.
Kosher at Bromley Hall
Second Friday of every Month, Kosher hot lunch at Bromley Hall.
Basketball Games
During Basketball we will be back with Kosher dogs at the games!
Sunday Services & Breakfast
Join Shacharit morning services Sunday through Friday and enjoy a free breakfast following services
Wednesday Lunch & Learn
Come join us every Wednesday for a complimentary lunch from 1-2pm at the Union. Join Rabbi Dovid's lunch 'n learn session, where you can enjoy a meal for your body and explore insights into the weekly Torah portion to enrich your soul. Find us at the Union's Courtyard Cafe.
All University Dorms: You can ask for Kosher food from the Dining Supervisors. If you have any University related food matters you can email [email protected]
Convenience Store
57 North at IKE
57 North store at IKE sells a variety of food and many kosher products including:
- Deli style sliced meat: Turkey Pastrami & Smoked Turkey Breast
- Hot Dog packs
- Microwave Dinners
- Ramen Noodle Soup
- Personal Sized Parve Pizza
- Ice Cream Bars
- Sodas and drinks
Illini Union Quad Shop
Kosher Romanian Deli and more, available for lunch or whenever it suits your appetite. Swing by any time to savor a freshly made Deli sandwich or a crisp garden Salad.
Grocery Stores
Please note, if there are any items that you cannot find, and you are interested in seeing, please let us know, we are constantly working with these stores to improve and enlarge the kosher availability in C-U and central Illinois.
County Market - on Campus
The County Market on 4th & Springfield has partnered with Chabad and offer a large selection of Kosher Items. Two full freezers of Kosher meat, chicken, pizza along with a full Kosher dry good section.
331 Stoughton St
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 352 4123
Gordon Food Service Store - Champaign
GFS carries a line of Kosher items, many dry goods, many in bulk.
502 West Town Center Boulevard
Champaign, IL 61822
(217) 356-3056
Kosher Wine
Binny's Beverage Depot - Champaign
Binny's, carries a huge selection of Kosher wine for Passover and year round. Wines from Israel and all around the world.
802 Town Center Blvd
Champaign, IL 61822
(217) 355-0625
Friar Tuck
1333 Savoy Plaza Ln
Savoy, IL 61874
(217) 355-7933
Catering
Chabad offers full Kosher catering. Email [email protected] for more info.