Pekara Bakery and Bistro

Pekara Bakery and Bistro Pekara Bakery & Bistro located in the old town neighborhood of Champaign. We have served the Champaign-Urbana community since 2005.
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We are on a mission to create a sustainable artisan baking company that is a meaningful part of our local food network, our community and our team members’ lives by crafting products that are of the highest quality and that bring happiness all. We pride ourselves on delicious handmade pastries, croissants cakes, and breads in which all natural ingredients are used. We serve delicious all-day brea

kfast: omelettes--using organic eggs, traditional crepes, breakfast sandwiches, and bagels. Our lunch service features sandwiches built on our freshly baked artisan breads, salads and soups, crepes and more. Of course, we also serve a great cup of coffee! We are proud to work with Intelligentsia Coffee. Our well-trained baristas serve up superb coffee just the way you like it.

07/31/2026

At Pekara Bakery & Bistro, every sandwich, toast, and breakfast plate starts with great bread.

All of the artisan breads used throughout our cafe, from the sourdough beneath our smoked salmon toast to the croissants and loaves available for purchase, are freshly and locally baked by our sister company, Central Illinois Bakehouse.

Using traditional artisan baking methods, each loaf is crafted with care, time, and quality ingredients to bring depth of flavor and freshness to every meal we serve.

Whether you’re dining in or taking a loaf home for the week, you’re tasting the heart of what we do.

Freshly baked. Locally made. Shared with our community daily.

07/28/2026

Start your day with breakfast made fresh at Pekara Bakery & Bistro.

From our French toast to your favorite breakfast classics, each meal is crafted to order using artisan breads, organic eggs, local produce, farmstead cheeses, and quality meats.

Whether you’re stopping in for a slow morning, a brunch date, or a fresh-made breakfast before the day begins, we’d love to serve you.

07/24/2026

Weekends are for sweet treats.

Stop by Pekara Bakery & Bistro for fresh-baked croughnuts from Central Illinois Bakehouse — available Fridays & Saturdays only — or treat yourself to one of our fresh-made cinnamon rolls.

The perfect way to start your weekend mornings!

07/21/2026

Join us at Pekara Bakery & Bistro for fresh-made brunch and lunch.

From artisan breads and breakfast favorites to sandwiches, salads, and cafe drinks, everything is crafted to order using quality ingredients and baked fresh daily.

We’re open Tuesday–Saturday 7AM–2PM and Sundays 8AM–3PM.

We look forward to serving you!

07/17/2026

Fridays are made for croughnuts 👇🏻

Join us this Friday & Saturday at Pekara Bakery & Bistro for fresh-made croughnuts from Central Illinois Bakehouse!

Available while supplies last.

We’re open 7AM–2PM

07/14/2026

Italian sodas are here at Pekara Bakery & Bistro, the perfect summertime refresher.

They’re the perfect drink for warm afternoons, brunch dates, or a quick cool-down during your day.

Stop by and sip into summer with us.

07/09/2026

Fresh coffee, artisan breads, organic eggs, and breakfast made to order, the perfect way to start your morning.

Whether you’re joining us for a slow breakfast or grabbing something on the go, we’re always happy to have you at our table!

07/05/2026

There’s an art to slowing down, and it starts with our fresh baked bread.

At Central Illinois Bakehouse, our sister company, every loaf is baked fresh with care using traditional artisan methods, quality ingredients, and no preservatives.

Family-owned and rooted in community, CIB supplies the breads and pastries found throughout Pekara Bakery & Bistro and at cafes, restaurants, farmers markets, and local retailers across Central Illinois.

From the bread beneath your sandwich to the loaf you bring home for the week, every bite reflects the time, craft, and care behind true artisan baking.

Freshly baked. Locally made. Shared daily.

Happy 4th of July from all of us at Pekara Bakery & Bistro!We hope your day is filled with good food, time with loved on...
07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from all of us at Pekara Bakery & Bistro!

We hope your day is filled with good food, time with loved ones, and moments to slow down and enjoy the holiday weekend.

Thank you for continuing to support local businesses like ours, we’re grateful to be part of this community.

Wishing everyone a fun, safe, and happy holiday!

07/02/2026

Every season is iced latte season.

No matter the weather, there’s always room for an iced coffee moment at Pekara Bakery & Bistro.

What’s your go-to iced latte order?

Address

811 W. Springfield Avenue
Champaign, IL
61820

Opening Hours

Tuesday 7am - 2pm
Wednesday 7am - 2pm
Thursday 7am - 2pm
Friday 7am - 2pm
Saturday 7am - 2pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+12176078179

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