Hamilton Walker's

4.9

1619 Reviews

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Good for business meals

Hamilton Walker's is the community's gathering place. Founded by three long-time residents of Champaign, this modern steakhouse with a chic 1940's Hollywood vibe is an inviting backdrop for meeting, dining, and socializing; for friends, family, and business; for toasting special events and celebrating life. Our mission is to offer memorable food and flawless service in an extraordinary setting. Stewarded by widely-respected culinarian, Chef Zachary Schweig, Hamilton Walker's never disappoints. The menu-created from the finest premium aged meats, freshest seafood, and hand-selected produce-offers a superior dining experience, presented with Hamilton Walker's signature flair.

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Additional information

Location
201 N Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820
Phone number
(217) 350-0363
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Complimentary Parking at the Hill Street Parking Deck located at 125 W Hill St, Champaign, IL 61820. 2 hour max. Receive a parking voucher after dining. Due to our generous neighbor, Busey Bank, there is free parking after 5pm behind Hamilton Walker's as well as their own parking lot.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Zachary Schweig
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

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Experiences

Hamilton Walker's Wine Dinner!
US$125.00 per person
Mar 12, 2025 - Mar 13, 2025
On 3.12 & 3.13 Hamilton Walker's will be hosting a 5 course meal curated by Chef Zach all expertly coursed with accompanying wines from Italy! A representative will be present discussing the details of each wine being offered course to course. Retail opportunity at the end of the meal will be available at outstanding prices.

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What 1,619 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Steakhouse
Central Illinois
Best Overall
Central Illinois
Best Food
Central Illinois
Best Service
Central Illinois
Best Ambience
Central Illinois
Best Value
Central Illinois
Good for groups
Central Illinois
Healthy
Central Illinois
Neighbourhood gem
Central Illinois
Romantic
Central Illinois
Good for special occasions
Central Illinois
Lively
Central Illinois
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Hamilton Walker's in Champaign offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food and service" that consistently impresses. Guests rave about the "best steaks in town" and a "wonderful atmosphere." The staff is described as friendly and attentive, enhancing every visit. Although it's a bit pricey, the quality and experience are well worth it.

1,619 Reviews

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Justin
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the second year we have been to dinner there for a corporate outing. We love it and it is likely to become "our spot" for our yearly event. Thanks for the great food and service!
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was very good, no doubt about it. The service was excellent and they are very focused on making sure we had a great experience. However, my medium rare was a little more medium than rare, and one person in our party ordered a ribeye and received a ny strip. Not enough of a problem to discuss at the time, (nobody wants to be the guy sending food back) but since this email had solicited an opinion, I'm submitting this with an attempt to be constructive. Overall, positive experience.
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Kim
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our meal was excellent. Filet mignon and prime rib were both perfectly cooked. All of the sides were great but garlic smashed potatoes were the best potatoes we’ve ever had. Our server was also wonderful - friendly, attentive, professional with great suggestions.
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Janet
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first visit to the restaurant. We both had steak and both said it was the best steak we have found in the Champaign-Urbana area. The service was great. The manager checked on us twice. It was an enjoyable evening.
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erin
Indiana
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
HW is such a wonderful experience. The ambience, the food, the uniformed staff, the whole vibe of HW is amazing. Can't wait to go back.
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James
Chicago
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Top to bottom the staff does so well every time. From the cocktails, to the appetizers, to the steaks, everything was just absolutely delicious.
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Ryan
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner was perfect. Day after Valentine's which happen to be a Saturday, so weekend. Requested a booth on reservation and it was honored. Drinks were on point, food was excellent and not rushed. We had a great experience and was not hurried. Little noisey, but to be expected as they were busy.
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Joe
Tampa
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Very disappointed. The staff forgot that we were there. Quality of food is not what I expected.
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Jason
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great all around. Great service great food great environment.
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Bradley
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve frequented Hamiltons for a few years now and it never fails to disappoint. Great food, cocktails, service, and atmosphere. Also great rewards program and discounted gift cards at Costco make the cost easier to swallow. You get what you pay for here, though! Typical meal - whiskey sour/house old fashioned/glass of red/espresso martini. Caesar salad, bone in ribeye, Mac n cheese, green beans, crème brûlée
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FAQs

Hamilton Walker's offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Hamilton Walker's also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (217) 350-0363.

Hamilton Walker's is rated 4.9 stars by 1619 OpenTable diners.

Hamilton Walker's does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 26 times today

Experiences are available.

201 N Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(217) 350-0363
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Complimentary Parking at the Hill Street Parking Deck located at 125 W Hill St, Champaign, IL 61820. 2 hour max. Receive a parking voucher after dining. Due to our generous neighbor, Busey Bank, there is free parking after 5pm behind Hamilton Walker's as well as their own parking lot.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Zachary Schweig
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Hamilton Walker's

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

Experiences