The Boxcar on Prospect

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The Boxcar on Prospect Every drink is crafted for the journey ahead.

The Boxcar brings the spirit of vintage Pullman train cars to Champaign, IL — a place where tiki-inspired cocktails spark adventure, and familiar faces gather over neighborhood favorites.

Say hey to the Midwest “Marg”! It’s a rum twist on a classic marg, served in a mini Menards bucket you get to keep! $7 f...
10/17/2026

Say hey to the Midwest “Marg”!

It’s a rum twist on a classic marg, served in a mini Menards bucket you get to keep! $7 for the drink AND the bucket. Doesn’t get much more Midwest than that.

Come snag one at The Boxcar!

A little vintage character. A little tropical spirit. A cocktail or drink you didn't know you were looking for.The Boxca...
10/17/2026

A little vintage character. A little tropical spirit. A cocktail or drink you didn't know you were looking for.

The Boxcar isn't trying to be every bar in town. We're happy being a little different.

Come find us on Prospect. Sat / Sun Noon - 9 PM or close

It's Fishbowl Friday, with **$5 off fishbowls** at The Boxcar.No boarding pass. No packing. No airport security.Just a l...
10/16/2026

It's Fishbowl Friday, with **$5 off fishbowls** at The Boxcar.

No boarding pass. No packing. No airport security.

Just a little tropical escape right here in Champaign.

Not the end of the workweek. Not a birthday. Not even a particularly good excuse. Sometimes Thursday is enough.Stop in, ...
10/15/2026

Not the end of the workweek. Not a birthday. Not even a particularly good excuse. Sometimes Thursday is enough.

Stop in, settle down, and enjoy **$3 domestic drinks** at The Boxcar.

There are plenty of places to order the usual. Then there are places where rum comes with a little sense of adventure.We...
10/14/2026

There are plenty of places to order the usual. Then there are places where rum comes with a little sense of adventure.

Wednesdays at The Boxcar: **50% off rum pours**

Your usual routine can wait.

Tuesday could use a little spirit. Fortunately, we know a place.Pull up a seat and let the rest of the day sort itself o...
10/13/2026

Tuesday could use a little spirit. Fortunately, we know a place.

Pull up a seat and let the rest of the day sort itself out. Open 3-11 Tuesday-Friday.

FRIDAYS at The Boxcar.Dare to answer the call?
10/09/2026

FRIDAYS at The Boxcar.

Dare to answer the call?

The BoxCar is making it easier to choose your favorite day of the week - all of them!Our new specials are here as a than...
10/07/2026

The BoxCar is making it easier to choose your favorite day of the week - all of them!

Our new specials are here as a thank-you for making us part of your week. Pick a day. We’ll pour the good stuff!

10/01/2026

It’s Thursday and that means it’s three dollar domestic day.

Stay tuned for our new daily specials list!

In other breaking news… we now carry snacks for when you need something snacky. 🤤🥨🍿

Address

703 N. Prospect
Champaign, IL
61820

Opening Hours

Tuesday 3pm - 11pm
Wednesday 3pm - 11pm
Thursday 3pm - 11pm
Friday 3pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 9pm
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

Telephone

+12176071031

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