Best of CU 2008

Friendliest Waitstaff: Legends Bar & Grill

4:00 am Nov 13 - by Katie Shea – buzz Writer

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Address: 522 E. Green St. Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: (217) 355-7674
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For several years, Legends has been a staple of the UI campus. This year, the waitstaff has reached new heights, as they were voted Friendliest Waitstaff for the Best of CU. Legends is a great place to go for an Illini game or to just kick back with friends.

“Even if I didn’t work here, I’d want to come hang out,” said Nijika Rustagi, one of Legend’s prized waitresses.

With menu choices such as chicken fingers, burgers, fries and several other tasty drunk foods, customers won’t go hungry during the big game. Legends’ low-key tunes (low-key meaning no techo), wooden booths and dim lighting contribute to their relaxed environment. No stripper poles here, sorry Joe’s fans! With the bar spanning from the comfortable outdoor patio area to the tables lining the windows on Green Street, the waitstaff is put to work with a lot of bar ground to cover, but they seem to do so with ease. You won’t go thirsty waiting for one of the staff to come around and fill up your drink.

“At Legends, it’s really friendly,” Rustagi said as she dropped off a round of shots at a nearby table.

She is right. If a relaxed, friendly atmosphere is something you look for in a bar, then head to Legends and experience it firsthand.

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Last post: Nov. 20, 2008 at 10:47 am

Kane (unregistered user) said on Nov. 15, 2008 at 11:17 pm:

So... Did they just recently fire everybody that's worked there the last few years? Or did they all suddenly become champions of enlightened hospitality?

Katie Shea (unregistered user) said on Nov. 20, 2008 at 10:47 am:

I know exactly what you mean. I was shocked to find out that Legends was voted best waitstaff, particularly because I've had a fair share of ugly experiences with their employees. They definitely know how to make you feel welcome by studying your ID for a solid minute and half before allowing you through the doors...

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