I'm skeptical of suggestions.
Really, it's more I don't know you, you don't know me, how do you know what I might enjoy or have a taste for?
In this case I'm glad I put aside my thoughts on the matter, followed the bartender's suggestion and got the Burnt Ends. Speaking of which, you don't know me and I don't know you but you should get it. Really. It's an awesome smoked and resmoked brisket sandwich that is so many layers of delicious, it's stupid. It's juicy, flavorful and the sauce is done just right; present but not overwhelming. The slaw is a correctly done supporting cast in the sandwich. Also, coming it at around $7, it was easily tastier than more expensive crap I've paid for out here on the West Coast.
Combine this hunger inducing (and curing) sandwich with a delightful Dark Horse Tres Blueberry Stout enjoyed on draft (not to mention the availability of a number of craft beers on draft and in bottle) and the chill atmosphere and I was more than happy I braved the rain to visit this spot before heading back to Chicago.
Even if it wasn't in Urbana, this place would be able to hang in any big city either as just a beer bar or as a BBQ place. I'll thank my lucky stars it does both.