Flying Machine Avionics
202 S 1st St, Champaign, IL
Crema's Take
“This Champaign institution earns its stellar reputation by pairing an inventive, seasonal menu with genuine hospitality—their baristas are genuinely engaged and patient, whether you're ordering a signature creative drink or asking thoughtful questions about what's brewing. The real magic happens in the details: you'll find yourself drawn back for combinations like the Harvest Moon with a buttermilk biscuit, house-made granola, or a Good Judy's bagel with their own veggie cream cheese, though be prepared for the space to buzz with energy during peak hours. It's the kind of place where you linger over solid drip coffee and seasonal specials in a cafe that feels like it actually belongs to the community.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Avionics is the best local coffee shop around! Favorite treat? Probably a Good Judy’s bagel with house veggie cream cheese! Second best option the homemade granola! They have something for your cool pour over people and simple latte girls like myself! 💕
They have a unique menu and seasonal specials that are cool. The ambiance is nice but it can be pretty noisy. The carrot cake cinnamon roll that I got was hard but the drip coffee was solid. Definitely one of the better coffee shops around campus.
Harvest Moon with a buttermilk biscuits is always my favorite combo here
A great little shop with engaging staff. Our barista was friendly and patient while we asked questions about the unique menu. We settled on our drinks and were pleasantly surprised when they arrived with coffee art. My scone was fresh and tasty. My son, who is vegan also had options. The shop had WiFi as well as art for sale from local artists. That’s always a big hit for me!
Very quiet cafe. The espresso tasted delicious, but the matcha drink was very bland, and I couldn't taste the matcha or the syrup added. Also, even though I was the only customer placing an order when I visited, they still forgot to make my drink.
Crema Reviews
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