Espresso Royale Village Green

I know I'm writing a review for the wrong location because I went to the one on neil. I love this place and love their coffee. Also have been going here for years now. However today I was served a sandwich that I can guarantee had raw bacon on it. It had the consistency of bacon that was fresh out of a package. I called and asked if it was cooked but i didn't believe it. I went home and placed my sandwich in the oven and the bacon went from light pink to a darker pink like it does when it gets cooked. I really hope I don't get sick from this.

I will admit, Starbucks used to be my go-to coffee place. But I’ve gotten hooked on Espresso Royale’a higher-quality coffee, excellent and personable service, drink variety, and their small-town feel. Plus I love knowing I’m supporting a local business! Give this place a try and you will be hooked too!

I was super happy to find out this place has a $5 egg, cheese, avocado breakfast sandwich w/ veggie sausage since I am a vegetarian! Ive ordered the sandwich 3 times & I can honestly say that its the best breakfast sandwich (that I’ve had) in Champaign. But Every time I order I notice that the bill is high? I knew something didnt make sense so I checked my receipt & sure enough they are charging me $5.75 instead of $5? I gotta be honest, I feel a little cheated - Thats $2.25 extra that I’ve paid so far. I told the barista about it and he said that the prices went up. No apology, no here’s your .75 extra back. I knew something was funny because he keeps asking me if I want to add avocado 🥑? Am im always thinking, ?? But it comes w/ Avocado so im confused. Is it $5? Or $5.75? Because your board say $5 but you’ve been charging me $5.75 ... either get a new board or take down the old ones because there are 2; one at the door & one at the register & they both say $5 🤷🏻‍♂️ ... its not cool to expect to pay one price & then its $.75 more!? Thanks - great sandwich btw

Great coffee shop that carries Free Trade option. Delicious muffins and scones are always available.

Good coffee and good service. It seems always near full on weekdays.
It gets loud inside one small group talking & machines are all it takes). Many people study/work there. One star off because most of the time all of the four-top tables are taken by one person with books and a computer. It can be impossible for four people to meet there and get a table.
Nice trellised patio outside offers some shade on hot sunny days.

I used to go here a lot, but I went today and didn't recognize any of the 3 employees working. They were so busy chatting with each other it took a long time to order. Then they laid my panini on the counter and called out the wrong order, so it sat there and got cold. Since they didn't offer to warm it up for me, I just microwaved it when I got home. I waited 10 minutes for a sandwich and I was the only customer in line. I won't be going back. It's too bad, I used to love this place!

Nice and laid back environment. Great coffee and vegan zucchini bread, though the slices are much bigger at the location on campus. The staff are really friendly. The only aspect of this specific location that I don't like is that it's a little too noisy, making it a little harder when just a person just wants to read or study. One or two tables are almost always where some MLM soccer mom/corporate climber/youth minister has decided to hold court like it's a study room they checked out at the library. Monopolizing the aural atmosphere of our public spaces for personal gain is an arrogant practice. I would happily tip the servers extra if they asked people to step outside for conversations, phone calls, etc.

Quiet, out of the way coffee shop. They are doing indoor seating at the moment. I was so grateful to be be able to come inside and warm up after a chilly bike ride! 🔥💯

It's what you'd expect.
The place is quaint and the atmosphere is pretty chill. I only had a black cup of coffee but I did notice little chunks in the coffee at the end. I like too hope it was just grounds but it didn't really feel like it.

Great service! I was overcharged because I asked for a tea and barista thought I asked for a latte. So he gave me a free drink since I was overcharged. Friendly environment. There is a seating area to just chill and relax.