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  • Clark Bar is a casual, neighborhood bar. Don't expect much of a college scene here. And because the bar is off the main strip for downtown Champaign, you won't find the modern urban socialite scene, either. Most nights are relatively low-key, though they do host live music from time to time. The place is deceptively large as rooms are sectioned off to allow for cozy, private settings for small groups. I love to sit in their patio area in the summer, which also has a layout that allows for some privacy among groups, including a small screened porch (for people who fear insects). The alcohol selection here is probably not indie rock enough to impress beer elitists. They offer standard beers and well drinks, but there are no obscure microbrews. For some confusing reason, Clark Bar is listed as a "tapas bar" on Yelp. I think that this classification is somewhat misleading as tapas evoke a distinctly trendy, European sensibility. While the tone of the food verges into tapas territory at times, the ambiance at Clark Bar probably wouldn't be suitable for an elegant dinner date. The menu ranges from standard fare (burger and fries) to surprisingly exotic. My carnivorous friends rave about the ribs, which are served exclusively on Wednesday and Friday. Once I stopped by and found fried ALLIGATOR on the menu, an exceedingly rare delicacy outside of the deep south (ESPECIALLY in Champaign, IL). Any appetizer they make with shrimp is absolutely perfect. As a fair warning, some dishes are only offered seasonally. The variation you see in terms of food might also apply to the clientele you meet here. Most nights the bars is populated by absolutely ordinary local people. However, during one surreal visit, I watched as a stream of people dressed in Victorian hoop skirts and silk waistcoats marched in. Not an experience you'd run across at most bars. Apparently Clark Bar was hosting a meeting of the local steam punk club that evening. I'd recommend Clark Bar for anyone who isn't scared of a bar with a "townie" vibe. This unassuming establishment serves some of the most interesting food in town, depending on the cook's mood. For those who love to people-watch, there are fewer prime locations in the area.
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