6 Taylor St, Champaign, IL 61820 For Lease

For Lease – Main Floor | 2,688 SF | Downtown Taylor Street

Positioned in the heart of downtown along a 40’ wide, pedestrian-oriented stretch of Taylor Street, this 2,688 SF main floor space offers an exceptional opportunity for a bar, restaurant, or entertainment user seeking a vibrant, high-visibility location. The property is surrounded by a dynamic mix of office, retail, loft apartments, condominiums, restaurants, and entertainment venues, providing strong built-in foot traffic and activity throughout the day and evening.

Formerly home to Cowboy Monkey, the space is configured for bar/restaurant use with an open, U-shaped layout centered around a prominent main bar area. Features include hardwood flooring, plaster walls, high ceilings with retained tin finish, and a raised stage/platform area on the north side—ideal for live music or events. The stage can be removed to accommodate a variety of layouts; if retained, it is considered an upgrade and is negotiable as part of the lease terms. The space can be easily converted back into a restaurant use. The existing structure is already in place, making it easier for the installation of a hood system. The space also includes four restrooms, is fully sprinklered, and offers two separate entrances directly from Taylor Street for convenient access.

Constructed in 1915, the masonry building is zoned CB – Central Business District, allowing for a wide range of commercial uses. The property is served by forced warm air natural gas heat, central air conditioning, and electrical service estimated at 200 amps or greater.

While there is no on-site parking, ample public and private parking options are available nearby in the surrounding downtown area.

This is a rare opportunity to lease a character-rich, historic space in a walkable downtown location with strong commercial and residential density. View it today!