Pekara Bakery & Bistro – Champaign, IL: Hours, Menu & Directions

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116 N Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820

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Address116 N Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820

Phone(217) 359-4500

StyleBakery café

CountyChampaign County

Time zoneCentral Time

From city center0.5 mi north

About Pekara Bakery & Bistro

Pekara Bakery & Bistro serves Champaign from 116 N Neil St, 0.5 mi north of the Champaign city center.

Champaign has 28 places on our map that bake or sell fresh pastry, and this is one of them, roughly one for every 3,284 residents. The closest neighbour on our map is Cream & Flutter, less than 0.1 mi away.

We have not been able to confirm a full weekly schedule for Pekara Bakery & Bistro yet, so calling ahead at (217) 359-4500 is the safest bet. Bakeries often sell out of popular items by early afternoon.

At a glance

Listed as	Bakery café
Bakeries in Champaign	28
Nearest bakery	less than 0.1 mi

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What to order

Typical items at a bakery café like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

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Morning pastries

Cranberry orange sconeCrumbly, cream-based scone with tart dried cranberries and fresh orange zest, brushed with a light citrus glaze.
Morning bunCroissant dough coiled with cinnamon and orange sugar, baked in a muffin tin until the edges caramelize and crunch.
Butter croissantLaminated pastry with dozens of crisp, shattering layers and a honeycombed, buttery interior; best eaten the morning it's baked.
Almond croissantDay-old croissant soaked in syrup, filled with almond frangipane and rebaked under sliced almonds and powdered sugar.

Breakfast

Ham & Gruyère egg sandwichFried egg, shaved ham and melted Gruyère on toasted brioche with a swipe of Dijon mustard.
Greek yogurt parfaitLayers of thick Greek yogurt, fresh berries and house granola with honey; cool, crunchy and lightly sweet.
Steel-cut oatmealSlow-simmered steel-cut oats with a nutty chew, topped with brown sugar, fresh fruit and a splash of milk.
Croissant breakfast sandwichFluffy scrambled eggs, smoked bacon and aged cheddar layered inside a split butter croissant and warmed through.

Sandwiches

Chicken salad croissantHouse chicken salad with celery, grapes and herbs piled into a flaky croissant with crisp leaf lettuce.
Caprese ciabattaFresh mozzarella, ripe tomato and basil with balsamic glaze and olive oil on a chewy ciabatta roll.
Ham & brie baguetteThin-sliced ham, creamy brie and butter on a crusty baguette in the style of a Parisian café jambon-beurre.
Roast beef & cheddarRare roast beef, sharp white cheddar, arugula and horseradish cream on toasted rye; peppery and rich.

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Pastries with coffee, Roti'O, Surabaya Pasarturi, 2025 (01) — illustrative photo — Illustrative photo

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Questions about Pekara Bakery & Bistro

What are Pekara Bakery & Bistro's hours?

We have not verified a weekly schedule for Pekara Bakery & Bistro yet. Call (217) 359-4500 to confirm before visiting.

Where is Pekara Bakery & Bistro located?

Pekara Bakery & Bistro is at 116 N Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.

What is the phone number for Pekara Bakery & Bistro?

The listed phone number is (217) 359-4500.

What should I order at Pekara Bakery & Bistro?

As a bakery café, typical picks include Cranberry orange scone, Morning bun, Ham & Gruyère egg sandwich, and Greek yogurt parfait. See the full menu page for more.

What other bakeries are near Pekara Bakery & Bistro?

Nearby options include Cream & Flutter (less than 0.1 mi), Suzu's Bakery (less than 0.1 mi), and Martinelli's Market (0.3 mi).