Vegan
American
Juice bar
Take-out
Mexican
Bakery

Vegan eatery and juicery, opened Oct 2014. The kitchen also bakes onsite. Comfortable space. Reported closed July 2022.


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42 Reviews

First Review by Chasing Cornfields

DavidBrewster

Points +250

Vegan
30 Mar 2024

Delicious food!

Visited back in 2021 when they were open. The food was delicious!

TrevorCunningham

Points +35

Vegan
28 Jan 2022

Dancing dog is awesome!

The Dancing Dog is a great year round Vegan restaurant in Champaign. Has a lot of options including desserts that change everyweek. It's also very well priced. Only thing is that they're only open 11:30 to 2:30 so if you can find time to go for lunch I would highly recommend.

Pros: All vegan, Multiple options including dessert, Decently priced for what you get

Cons: Only open 11:30 to 2:30 most days

meginbaker

Points +55

Vegan
04 Nov 2021

Yum

I've had everything on the menu and it's all been great. Good entrees, desserts, fresh juices and wholesome smoothies with real ingredients and no added sugar.

Haley_Kat

Points +277

Vegan
14 Sep 2021

Such a cute place!

Love this place, moved away but will stop by if I’m around 😄

arinarcady

Points +36

Vegan
18 Jun 2021

We got the chef's patty.

It was a great veggie burger, not just imitation meat. Friendly staff. Two small sidewalk tables and indoor seating still closed as of June 18, 2021.

Pros: Relaxed sidewalk seating.

NicoleDarnell

Points +20

Vegan
13 Feb 2021

Delicious vegan options. Currently a limited menu due to Covid.

First time at this restaurant, I’ll be back!

Pros: Delicious

111artsgallery

Points +1049

Vegan
19 Aug 2020

Delicious vegan food

I got the philly cheese steak it was on the smaller side but delicious. We got the vicken buffalo chicken sandwiches and they were the best vegan chicken we’ve ever had. All in all the food was spot on. Only complaints were the wait (less employees due to COVID) and the price vs the portion. We got their hibiscus punch which was good but expensive ($8).

Pros: All vegan spot, Food is delicious, Great customer service

Cons: Expensive for the portion, Long wait

PatriciaPaulausky

Points +62

Vegan
02 Jul 2020

Excellent bakery

I love, love their bakery options. I've ordered 2 custom cakes from here and was super happy with both. They offer so many flavors and are willing to accommodate new requests. Also they are massive. Definitely a great option for birthdays and events. I don't eat in often, but I also like their gyros.

Pros: all vegan options, best bakery options in town

mixMatch15

Points +136

Vegan
02 Feb 2020

My first vegan restaurant

So many choices! My husband and I came on a busy Sunday for brunch. I had the Bad Vegan Sandwich and am so sad we don't live closer so that I can try everything.

tryatreat

Points +54

Non Veg
26 Jan 2020

Crispy v-chik'n patty

You need to come here in no hurry to order or receive food, the service is slow, but the food is delicious. I highly recommend getting the Mazze Plate, the cashew chevre cheeze is amazing! The Crispy v-chik'n patty is from far my favorite thing on the menu! The house-made ketchup is also delicious. Also, try the cakes and fresh juice/smoothie

Mezze Plate 
Hummus, kalamata tapenade, cashew chevre cheeze, tomatoes, cucumbers, and sliced, toasted pita bread.


Buffalo Cauliflower Bites 
Cauliflower florets in a spicy sauce with celery sticks and our house made ranch dressing.


Garlic Vicken
Crispy v-chik'n patty with garlic herb aioli, lettuce, tomato, and red onion on a bun. Served with one side and pickles.


Vanilla Lavender 
Vanilla cake, lavender flowers, vanilla buttercream

JenniferTremblay

Points +62

Vegan
02 Dec 2019

Death by chocolate cake

I've had the Reuben, the buffalo tacos, the nachos the carrot cake and the chocolate cake. Everything is super tasty! But you guys, do you love chocolate? Cause I love chocolate. If you need a fix, the death by chocolate cake is the absolute best.

Pros: Tasty food, Hip location, Friendly staff

Cons: Slightly pricy, Some parking difficulties , Not always guaranteed a table

KellyBarrett

Points +57

Vegan
17 Nov 2019

My favorite place in Champaign/Urbana

OMG yummy!! By far my favorite place in Urbana! As a vegan celiac, finding great food can be such a challenge. The chickpea and beet burger on grilled GF bread was heaven! My only wish was for a dedicated fryer. Will absolutely each here every time I am visiting the area!

Pros: Dedicated vegan, Loads of Gluten Free options, Fresh ingredients

Cons: No dedicated fryer for gluten free fries, Could use more gluten free baked goods

Megsruns

Points +16

Vegan
09 Nov 2019

Consistently great food

I have been here several times and always enjoy the food and the atmosphere.

kennydnash

Points +139

Vegan
08 Sep 2019

Delicious!

Wonderful all vegan restaurant. The roasted potatoes and the chocolate cake were excellent!

HappyVegan**

Points +32

Vegan
21 Jul 2019

Best Vegan Chocolate Cake EVER!!!

Delicious, clean, healthy and friendly. You have to try the chocolate cake!!!

VeganRhyno

Points +222

Vegan
23 Jun 2019

Great vegan spot in a college town.

Great vegan eats and drinks (smoothies and juices) in what is an otherwise animal product dominated area. I travel here for business a few times a year and it’s helpful to know I can come in and get some great food at good prices while I’m here. Friendly staff and packaged takeout are always here as well.

Pros: Fully vegan restaurant, Great desserts and smoothies, Good for non-vegans

allhess

Points +5269

Vegan
22 May 2019

Yum Yum Yum

Great experience - the buffalo cauliflower bites were amazing!! Highly recommend.

Pros: ALL vegan and delicious, Super nice staff, Cute ambiance

ToddTuggle

Points +22

Vegan
07 Nov 2018

Great vegan meal

First time was exceptional. We’ve been 100% vegan for a year. This place is quite a find.

Pros: Hard to decide what to eat. , So many options., Can’t wait to go back.

Cons: Pricey, but worth it!

HeidiMignonne

Points +196

Vegan
01 Oct 2018

Yum! But expensive

Excellent food. I’ve been here twice and want to come back. I had the vegan burger, it crumbled and was hard to eat as a sandwich but that doesn’t bother me. As a gluten free, I’m used to crumbled bread. My burger and cake came to $24 with tip. I was charged extra for gluten free bread, but otherwise had no extras. I wish it didn’t blow my budget, but I’ll be back.

Pros: Delicious vegan food

Cons: Have to pay extra for gf bread and avocado

Bachminara

Points +51

Vegetarian
16 Aug 2018

Vegan yum

It was the only vegetarian option in town the night I was there and I’m glad I passed all the regular restaurants near my hotel to come here. Love supporting vegan places, liked my food a lot. Wish I’d been here on a Saturday night to try the pizza... Note that most (maybe all) of the cheeses contain nuts.

MatthewVBogusz

Points +743

Vegan
03 Jul 2018

Good food, good vibes, big portions

I ordered the pasta dish and it was a mighty size bowl. I even had to take home leftovers it was so big.

FoxxSau

Points +266

Vegan
09 May 2018

Dancing Dog will make you dance

Tons of great options, friendly staff, cute downtown Urbana location!

Pros: Delicious

Cons: A bit pricey, Portions could be bigger

IraYuliantiPurnomo

Points +17

Mostly Veg
22 Feb 2018

lovely for brunch!

I came here for brunch on a sunday with my friends and ordered the egg benedog, it was delicious! The price was also ok, so i was quite happy with my brunch!

HoptownFamily

Points +132

Vegan
10 Nov 2017

Very enjoyable and tasty

We went out of our way on the way back from Chicago to try out this vegan eatery. It did not disappoint. Everything we had was great, from the food to the shakes!

Pros: Great food, Friendly staff

Cons: Too far from my home!!!

nafanc

Points +1615

Vegan
07 Oct 2017

Nice vegan eatery!

I was in town for a weekend conference and was excited to check this place out on the Friday when I arrived. I stopped here for a quick snack before a (non-veg) dinner party. I ordered a half portion of nachos, which actually turned out to be a pretty generous helping. Not big enough to share, but it could work as a meal for a lot of folks I know. The nachos had lots of nice, fresh toppings, as well as satisfying gooey cheez.

It's too bad they're not open on Sunday afternoons/evenings, otherwise I would have come back to try more of their offerings. But the staff were super nice and helpful in recommending other veg-friendly places in the area that I could try for Sunday dinner. Also, they get bonus points for the nineties playlist that they were rocking that night. Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, etc. I was especially entertained when the (presumably) college students next to me were reacting to Billy Corgan on Zero:
"What *is* this?"
"I don't know. But I kinda like it."
"Yeah, me too. It's kinda edgy."
Thanks, Dancing Dog, for educating the youths.

Bill.c63

Points +108

Vegan
12 Sep 2017

Excellent food, great service

I just had the Ruben sandwich with black beans. We also got two sides: the cheezy fries and brussel sprouts. All really good! Our server was friendly and quick. I've been to some great vegan restaurants all over the country, and The Dancing Dog is one of my favorites. I highly recommend this place!

XVeganSxeX

Points +629

Vegan
21 Aug 2017

sooooo awesome

I wish they would open a place like this near me. The food is delicious. The desserts are delectable. Every time I'm in Champaign I stuff myself here.




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