Restaurants in Peoria
Best Restaurants
“My wife and I visited the Peoria location. We both ordered a salad bar for dinner. Salad bar was very well maintained. Salad bar was very good. We received our bill and I paid cash. Waiter never returned with change and assumed the entire amount of change was his tip. A bit too much of a tip for two self serve salad bars. Mentioned it to the manager and he did not address my concerns. Poor management skills! So be ware of paying with cash!”
“Amazing food and ambience. Love the service, very friendly staff . enjoyed every thing . I was visiting from singapore by far the best Indian food in USA ! Must visit if you are in Peoria :)”
“One of the best-kept secrets in Peoria! The atmosphere was wonderful, and the service was the best we've experienced anywhere in the area or for that matter anywhere. And the food? Phenomenal is the only word that comes to mind! This may sound crazy but the scalloped potatoes were simply fabulous. My Delmonico steak... I've eaten at restaurants that charged 5 times the price and I'd take this steak over theirs hands down. My wife had the wild boar and she raved over it. I simply cannot recommend it enough.”
“Authentic Indian food with a wide selection of traditional dishes. I went with the saag paneer, which consists of whole milk cheese squares with tender spinach in a rich curry sauce. It was fabulous. I also had some traditional naan which was light and crispy. A definitely different flavor profile than most ethnic cuisines.”
“The atmosphere was great fulfilled with kind staff. The restaurant had great food and would definitely go back if I knew the service was better. My party had to wait for at least an hour for our food. The service was not too great; however, I feel and hope that it was just that day.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Rhodells is a fantastic place to have a great beer, enjoy good company in a relaxed environment. Ever changing choices means there is always something new. So good reason to go back again and again!”
“My wife and I have been going to all 3 local locations of Childers Eatery in the Peoria area for many years. The food is just as good today as it was when we first step foot in the Knoxville restaurant some 20+ years ago.The place is always clean and the food is comes out Perry quick. Great place to eat.”
“My husband chose the special of the day. It was swordfish, absolutely phenomenal! I got the pistachio crusted Chilean sea bass. Our waiter was wonderful as well! The Fish House is one of our favorite restaurants.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Food was delicious!!! Service was great and Chef was very friendly!! We will definitely be back — loved everything we had. The chicken shawarma was great, loved the hummus, falafel was also very tasty!! Thank you for a great dinner out with friends!!”
“We had the most amazing dinner tonight at Rhythm Kitchen! It was our first time and the food was amazing- there’s something for everyone! The atmosphere is so special and the staff is truly wonderful; our server was especially great with our very active toddler. Great food made by great people served by great people in a great atmosphere that is family friendly, we can’t wait to come back soon!”
“The best oysters I've had in a long time! Excellent service, the food was spectacular Maple Leaf Farms Duck, Steak Diane, scallops, Chicken Orleans. Outstanding dessert, Chocolate Mousse, Panna Cotta. I was here for my birthday and Chef Todd cooked my Cherries Jubilee tableside! The owners are hard working hands on and very personable. The cocktails, Old Fashion,Gin Royale, Manhattan classic cocktails made perfectly. I cannot say enough for the all around experience of this establishment.”
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“We have been to Weaver’s twice with big groups and the food both times was excellent and so was the service! Recently just there Jan 7, 2023 with a group of 12. Our server did an amazing job! Food came out much quicker than anticipated with that big of a group and was excellent! If you haven’t tried the lemonade shake ups- they are awesome! I recommend Weavers if you haven’t tried it you should!!!”
“Brisket nachos, brisket Mac and brisket sandwich and fries was soooooo good. Came out quick!! Good flavor not fatty. First time here and will definitely be back! Waitress didn’t come back and ask how things were she was busy behind the bar doing stuff. But when she brought the bill she thanked us. People were friendly. New go too atmosphere was great.”
“I attend this coffee spot to read books, while enjoying coffee with friends! Customer service here is great — I totally recommend especially it being in a safe area of town.”
“Coffee here was great! The matcha was as well which was a pleasant surprise, as you can't always expect that. Service was great and it was a bright sunny place at noon. Very inviting and joyful. Would ”
“My husband and I stopped in while in town today, for our first time!! Great food, wonderful drinks and outstanding service! Carrie P waited on us and she was wonderful! We own a restaurant in central Illinois and we appreciate hard working staff that pays attention to detail and are a joy! We will absolutely be back!”
“Stopped in with my 1 year old daughter after unicorn world and Heather was a HUGE help by bringing out our food and to go containers when we were done. Only reason food got 4 and not 5 because they were out of turkey.”
“If you don’t eat here at least one time, you’re doing your community and yourself a disservice. This food is incredible, and the staff are wonderful. Looking for Halal in Peoria? This is your place. You’re not gonna find Falafel and Shawarma like this unless you go to Israel.”
“Stopped in yesterday for lunch, had never heard of this place before. Was very pleasantly surprised. Great food, quick service, I'll be back and recommend to others.”
“I’ve been a regular to this place for the last five years, and it never fails to impress. The food is consistently delightful, with a perfect blend of Middle Eastern flavors that tantalize the taste buds. Their fries are, without a doubt, the best in town—crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. What makes Khoury’s stand out is the combination of quick service and friendly staff, which makes every visit a pleasure. It’s refreshing to have a fast-food option that doesn’t compromise on health or quality. The fusion of tastes here is a delight.”
“Ardor provides an incredibly wonderful culinary experience right here in downtown Peoria. The food is so fresh, high quality, and full of amazing flavors. Their menu features many different options and each is beautifully presented by the very talented crew. I’ve enjoyed watching the staff prepare the food to absolute perfection - Alyssa and Kaitlynn in the mornings and Emily and Zeke in the evenings. I regularly pop in and sit at the bar without a reservation. If you don’t wish to sit at the bar, don't be surprised if you can't get a table without a reservation, and even at the bar there can be a wait to get a seat. Last week I had the tomato soup and grilled cheese and it was the best comfort food. Visit often, try the new items, find your favorites, and definitely take home some bakery goodies. Make sure to try a fabulous cocktail crafted by mixologist, Kostas. You won’t be disappointed.”
“My daughter in law has been recommending Casa De Arte for awhile now. I finally went with my sister and it was so delicious! Service was excellent, margarita was excellent and the food was excellent! We are going back in the near future for my sister's birthday. I highly recommend!”
“The catfish nuggets were awesome. Highly recommend trying jj fish & chicken you won't be disappointed. Now every time I'm in peoria for work I'll def stop in for a bite to eat.”
“My boyfriend and I ate here for the first time on 4/23. Fantastic. Everything was so good. Amazing service, even with staffing issues. We will be returning again.”
“Wonderful service, food and atmosphere. Our server Karen, was not crazy - she was attentive and carried a wonderful conversation with my husband and me, even with the age gap. We will definitely be back when the weather gets better so we can sit on the patio and walk around the park.”
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“Amazing food and ambience. Love the service, very friendly staff . enjoyed every thing . I was visiting from singapore by far the best Indian food in USA ! Must visit if you are in Peoria :)”
“Authentic Indian food with a wide selection of traditional dishes. I went with the saag paneer, which consists of whole milk cheese squares with tender spinach in a rich curry sauce. It was fabulous. I also had some traditional naan which was light and crispy. A definitely different flavor profile than most ethnic cuisines.”
“Best brewery/pub you could go. Dog friendly. Great outdoor seating when the weather is nice. I had the breakfast burger and it. Was. Phenomenal. Beer so good had go get some to take home. They can it right in front of you. Place is a hidden gem. Dont think twice, get yourself some drink and grade A ”
“These tamales are seriously the best! Every year we eat tamales for Christmas, and we’ve ordered from a few different places that were good, but these are beyond any of the others. They taste and remind me of home! I highly recommend snagging some! So good!”
“Had lunch at Saffron Social. The ambiance leans upscale but not stiff. The blackened Mahi fish tacos were delicious, just slightly salty for my taste. Side salad that came with it was perfect with cucumbers, radishes, and tomatoes. Our server Nicole was great; friendly and attentive to our table.”
“Wonderful service, food and atmosphere. Our server Karen, was not crazy - she was attentive and carried a wonderful conversation with my husband and me, even with the age gap. We will definitely be back when the weather gets better so we can sit on the patio and walk around the park.”
“I have been to Kelleher's on many St Patrick's Days, but I had never enjoyed a meal. The Rueben was delicious. The corned beef was so tender. The buffalo wings had the perfect flavor. I believe the sweet potato fries were the best I have ever had. The service was amazing, and we look forward to returning.”
“Very good pizza. Cheese curbmds wre grasy but delish. Ranch was next level. Drinks were delicious. Great bartender service from Chase and he gave honest appraisals for beer recs. Definitely recommend. Wonderful ambiance.”
“Huge choice of healthy dishes, but their specialty is their bowls. More on the pricy side, but for the quality you're getting, it's definitely worth it. I wish I had a corelife closer to me!”
“The atmosphere is a great atmosphere and they have welcoming staff I love this place because it keeps me very happy and calm and it's a chill spot to take your ”
“I am a huge Mexican food fan, and Hacienda El Mirador does not disappoint. The food is delicious, and the prices are reasonable. Lovely outdoor patio, vegetarian options, plenty of parking. I had the three taco plate- you can choose from many options. I had pollo, carnitas, and steak tacos. If you are a margarita fan, you'll be very pleased. You can even get a flight of margaritas to try out their options!”
“I was very overall pleased with this place! I had not eaten from here since I was a small child! My Mongolian beef was very good and tender! My husband had general tso chicken it wasn't spicy but still he loved it. It came with sticky rice. We also had creamy good potstickers! The portions of our entrees were huge! It was so pleasing! The sugar sprinkle donuts were so tasty and fresh! We shared some plum wine which was tasty but alittle syrupy. Our waitress was so nice and quick to get stuff for us. The food came out super fast too! My husband had heard this place was really good from a friend. We will be back!!! Thank you Yen Ching!”
“We enjoyed an excellent Thanksgiving dinner we ordered for pick up. Everything was delicious, the family said the pumpkin pie was one of the best they had ever had.”
“The food is amazing! Love the fried rice, general toso, and shrimp egg foo young.... By the way, I'm a very picky person about my Chinese food. So for me to say it's good, it's good ”
“Bison burger was good but they didn't ask how I wanted it cooked. I guess I figured it wouldn't be mostly pink and they figured people like it mostly pink.. either way we were both wrong. Made me feel a bit like I just got meat off the dead animals that were staring at me from the walls lol. Otherwise though, it's a unique experience/venue.”
“The coffee is incredible. They roast their own and offer flavors unlike any others I've seen in the area. They usually have vegan-friendly pastries and whatever milk will suit your fancy for a drink. The main sitting area is very chic and cozy. There are spots outside as well as a little nook inside if you need a quieter area to sit. As for the service, i absolutely love these people. They're so friendly and welcoming, and don't just flat out ignore you if you aren't ordering like some cafes do. It's in a beautiful historic building that always gives me inspiration whenever i go there to get work done.”
“We were promptly sat. Our server came andtook our drink orders. He was fantastic!! Our appetizer come out followed by our salads. At almost the perfect timing. The steak was cooked perfectly and the chicken tenders were excellent as always. Will definitely be going back”
“I love going here! Sometimes there is a bit of a wait, but it has always been worth it to me! The owner was very nice and we appreciated the great service! We went on my birthday and it was perfect!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Fried chicken very good and piece sizes are large. I had all white meat served with mashed potatoes tasted (homemade) and gravy and salad. French dressing not traditional, it's better. Also served with yeast rolls with honey butter (I believe) and 2 small cinnamon rolls. Wish there were more. Desserts very good and if you come for dinner, still ask for coffee cake. Take it home at eat the pie in the restaurant.”
“Enjoyed my bacon egg and cheese breakfast biscuit and coffee. The only suggestion I would make is to offer all coffee sizes for one dollar. It would be good for business and might compensate for the higher prices.”
“I always ask for my fish to be fresh.I got my fish in seconds so I sent them back I knew it wasn't fresh.Came with a bad attitude.So I heard her say 2 fresh fish rite I sat down I literally watched my time on my phone within 2 minutes I received 2 fish the same fish from before.All I could do was laugh and just walk out.I truly believe McDonald's wants you to cause a scene in the lobby.Just ridiculous Knoxville McDonald's in Peoria IL.”
“Website states open 24 hours. Arrived at 4:30AM with a large order, before going to be election judges. Was told the restaurant opens at 5 AM. Called spoke to manager in afternoon to make aware the website should be corrected if they close. Manager hung up on me.”
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Tawa Kitchen
“We ordered online tonight and the food was delicious! The Paneer Butter Masala and samosas were amazing! The chicken biryani was super flavorful but a little hot for me. I chose medium for my level of spice but would probably go with mild next time. The online ordering was easy and my food was ready when they said it would be. We will definitely be back!”
“I bought some cinnamon sugar donuts and sugar cookies for my son's birthday party as he had a few friends with several allergies attending. I wanted them to be able to enjoy treats as well. There happened to be 1 donut leftover and I tried it. It was AMAZING! Flavor was delicious, it was moist/not dry, and it wasn't overly sweet like regular donuts. I also want to give a shout-out to the owner for responding on such short notice for the ingredient list. I needed to verify the foods would be okay for the kiddos attending the party and she got back with me within a few short hours. Thank you!!!!!”
“I could not get a picture of my pizza before eating it but daaang. The crust was done just right with good chew and crisp and *no grease*. Cheese was well proportioned. Would love to see a Margherita!”
Takeout Restaurants
“Had the pizza for the first time tonight, will definitely be back . it was absolutely delicious. Got the large Braves Special, it was huge and loaded with toppings . Great value for the price .”
“The beers are good. The scotch eggs are better and the atmosphere is so cool. Love the history of this place and the staff was friendly and attentive. GO!! It’s worth it!”
“if you’re craving authentic birria that warms your soul and tantalizes your taste buds, Cuco’s Tacos is the place to be. I’ll definitely be returning for more birria goodness! ??”
“We eat there frequently because we really like and appreciate their food. It is always fresh, well prepared and tasty. Added bonus: The owners are really nice. Highly recommended!”
“This is such a cute little place. The food is spectacular! Everything we had was delicious and fresh.The prices are very reasonable and the portions are generous. We had the gyro sandwich, the falafel sandwich, Haddad’s Favorite, French fries, Baklava and their Freshly Squeezed Lemonade, and I recommend it all! The service was amazing, the best service we have had in quite a while, they were so friendly. Even though it’s about an hour and half drive from us, we will be making some trips back for their food.”
“Thank you to Los Cabos for getting me out of a bind last minute. I had another plan in place for ground beef taco meat for a staff party and it fell through the day before. I called Los Cabos and they were able to make 10lbs of ground beef taco for me to pick up the next day. It was a hit! I’m so glad my original plan didn’t work out and we were able to have some delicious tacos from Los Cabos. I highly recommend them for your catering needs. I mean, who doesn’t love a nacho/taco bar?!?! Thanks again!”
“From schnitzel to cod while small excellent food. A little extra for wonderful strudel ?Only open Fridays with help of volunteersfrom central German American club.”
“This is a really nice Irish pub on Main Street in downtown Peoria. I don't think they are going for an authentic Irish experience here. This is an American pub with good beers on tap and a few others in bottles and cans. They serve simple, but really good quality Irish inspired pub food. The fish and chips were above average. I've had worse that cost more in places that promised more. Urlich's has their fryer dialed in, which says a lot about how they genuinely care about serving quality. Service was good on a quiet Thursday. I have had a couple of meals here and more than a few beers. Urlich's is a local worth supporting. Food food, good service, good atmosphere. Above average pub.”
“One of the best-kept secrets in Peoria! The atmosphere was wonderful, and the service was the best we've experienced anywhere in the area or for that matter anywhere. And the food? Phenomenal is the only word that comes to mind! This may sound crazy but the scalloped potatoes were simply fabulous. My Delmonico steak... I've eaten at restaurants that charged 5 times the price and I'd take this steak over theirs hands down. My wife had the wild boar and she raved over it. I simply cannot recommend it enough.”
“Best place in Peoria for food or live music. Talk about the perfect place with the perfect staff! I will always be back for food and drinks anytime I have an event downtown Peoria! 5 stars ⭐️”
“I have had some cookies from this business in the past, but I have never been inside the actual store in Peoria until very recently. The very first things that hit me right when I opened the door were 1) the smell (of course!) It completely enveloped me so much so that it almost felt like a warm hug, and 2) the cleanliness of the store. I also enjoyed a nice and friendly conversation from the young lady behind the counter. The date of this visit was Saturday, February 17, 2024.”
“Best egg rolls is the area! Exceptional crab Rangoon. Their lunch buffet is small, but all top quality. When my kids come home to visit, they always want to visit. I even have to freeze lemongrass chicken and take it to my daughter when we visit.”
“I stopped in today for the first time after hearing about it from a friend. I bought some paletas and will definitely be returning to try more of their menu items.”
“Dropped in for a Reuben and Italian sandwich (And of course fries and sweet tea too, my poor cardiac system!) and was met with amazing food and even better service/speed. Thanks.”
“Had the classic banh mi with a coffee milk tea/boba. Dang good! The flavors were spot on. Loved what they did with the building (old Arby’s on Empire). You’d never recognize it!”
“Really great Mexican food. A lot of me I can os preprepared and held on n a steam table for quick service--and not claiming this is not the case, but both beef and chicken were tender and moist with great seasoning.A little spendy but by far superior to any other sit down Mexican locally. Would happily return.”
“Bison burger was good but they didn't ask how I wanted it cooked. I guess I figured it wouldn't be mostly pink and they figured people like it mostly pink.. either way we were both wrong. Made me feel a bit like I just got meat off the dead animals that were staring at me from the walls lol. Otherwise though, it's a unique experience/venue.”
“Liked the Place. We were out at night and wanted a plated meal and was delighted to find that Po-Boys was still open and serving. Peoria does not have a true Cajun restaurant and I have been wanting to try it for a while.We had Toni (?) as a waitress and she was phenomenal . Atmosphere was great too - very comfortable. We could have just sat and watched the game with no food.. We really wanted to try New Orleans food and ordered a lot - a bit of everything - gumbo, Jumbalaya, Seafood, etc. The food was definitely Cajun Inspired albeit milder than true Cajun. It was still very good. Well presented and freshly prepared and the sauces were unique.We will come back and we know our kids would definitely love the Catfish fingers.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“It's been a long time since I was inside because I moved out of Peoria. Food and service were as good as expected. Atmosphere was not as remembered, but the change was negligible since I was getting take out.”
“As always, the food here is great. But the employees make everything even better. I can’t tell you how many of them go out of their way to make going to Culver’s a good experience. I highly recommend going to this Culver’s. It’s evident the workers really care.”
“If you’re looking for a lunch option look no further than Great Harvest . Their salads are fabulous, fresh, a generous portion and very reasonably priced . You won’t be disappointed!!”
“As always, the food here is great. But the employees make everything even better. I can’t tell you how many of them go out of their way to make going to Culver’s a good experience. I highly recommend going to this Culver’s. It’s evident the workers really care.”
“The food was good, but there is a management problem at the 1101 W. Bird Blvd, Peoria, IL location. My wife and I were there tonight (10/07/22) between 6:15 pm and 7:00 pm. There was a lot of trash on the floor in the food delivery area. Employees were yelling back and forth, and at one point a large pan was dropped and it sounded like it was being banged around a number of times, like purposely kicked around. The noise was pretty distracting. It seemed like the place was being run by a bunch of junior high kids. Never had a problem at this location before, but if I was an owner, I would want to know what the heck was going on. The floors was discusting as well as the noise.”
“The food is always fresh and so good . The service is exceptional and everything is Spotlessly Clean. My hot food is hot and the cold items are cold. Everyone is polite and in a good mood. They make you feel great!”
“Friendly and freaky fast! ----- ----- July, 2022 Visit Our daughter discovered the band Greta Van Fleet early summer, 2022, and quickly found that they would be playing in Peoria, IL, and she recommended a road trip. We had a great time, thanks in part to Jimmy John's. Hunger arrived and we looked right and saw the sign, turned, parked and went in and ordered. The server (great apologies I forget your name... sorry) was friendly and helpful with our order. 10 minutes later we were fed and smiling and on our way. Thank you, Jimmy John's! ----- ----- -----”
“I love hot wings with all my heart so I know this review had to be made. Even though I chose BBQ this time I just want to say upon opening up my togo box that it was no mistake. You know how certain restaurants wings look slimy and undercooked? Not Richards… they literally have this method where they smoke the wings first and then throw in the grease after for a short amount of time to give the chicken a crisp effect. On the top of that the fries are seasoned!!!! Omg I even think they make a homemade ranch. So if you happen to be in that neck of the woods and craving some wings then, I would highly suggest stopping in! Oh yea sn I went on a Wednesday, they have a special where you get a pound of wings and fries only for $10. I’d say thats a steal.”
“We frequent this restaurant. The food is always very good. The service is always very good. The staff seem to be very loud and conduct themselves in an unprofessional manner. Most of the time we go there we dine in. We can barely hear our conversation at our table because the staff is carrying on in a loud party like manner.”
“The employees here are super nice! I never have to wait too long for my orders. The renovation here is also very cute I love the display case at the front! A nice place to stop by before your shift :)”
“Always worth the almost 3 hour drive for us from Chicago. Everything we have tried has tasted great. We have tried the ribs, brisket, and wings, so delicious.True story, my son is a picky eater. I told him he was going to eat ribs because I wasn't getting anything else.I put 2 ribs on his plate and expecting to fight with him.He gave them a try and asked for more. Gave him 4 ribs, he ate those and asked for 2 more!He said they were good and so tender. This is coming from a teen that mainly orders Mac and Cheese wherever we go.Compliments to the chef!P.s. Don't forget to take some of their bbq sauce home!”
“Pulled up ordered a small D. Coke, got to the window and was greeted by a very sweet employee who said she took care of it. Free drink served with a smile. Thank you! My pup passed away recently and this was such a great surprise when needed.”
“Good place for delicious Mexican food. Great place to chill, get away, eat some good food. Looking forward to a return visit. The bill was appropriate for the quality.”
“My husband and I stopped in real quick for a chicken strip basket. The cashier was sweet & the food was hot n fresh when we received our order. There weren't many people so it wasn't crowded at all which was nice. They had a bunch of pictures hanging on the wall for kiddos to color and they also sell a big variety of cakes and ice cream in the freezers too! I thought the fountain out front was a nice touch. We'll be returning!Dietary restrictions: I noticed some sugar free ice cream bars in the freezer.Parking: Large area for parking and seating.Wheelchair accessibility: There is easy access to the inside of the restaurant.”
“Bit pricey for one dip ice cream and not great selection for non dairy ice cream I had mango it was good had chucks of mango but i have had other mango with carrots that was delicious. Hubby had Rocky road which for him was delicious”
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CNR Pizza
“This is one of the best little diners in town. The food is always great, and the servers are all so fast, accurate, and friendly. Definitely recommend this place to anyone craving some comfort food, or breakfast for dinner!”
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Dairy Queen
“In need of a cake that will wow everyone? Look no further! DQ's cake decorator, Crystal, is your gal! Her work is beautiful and always exceeds expectations. I know when I order a cake from here, I will never be disappointed. Thanks so much, we LOVE IT!”
“I loved the food I had enough to make it back to Decatur IL and had a late night snack omg it was so much food on our plates we loved it so much you can tell she cooks with a lot of love ???”
Cheap Eats
“I had a great time at Bison on Sunday the 17th The atmosphere was great & the bartender Kim served me the best drinks. I definitely will be back next weekend.”
“Fantastic food with some fun and colorful murals on the walls. They are difficult to reach by phone which is a bit of a down side as I wouldn't call their food particularly fast, but the flavors are excellent. Picked up a variety of tacos for a group of friends and they all raved about them.Vegetarian options: Vegetarian tacos and a vegetarian burrito are available.”
“All I can say is OMG!! I walked in for the first time I was about to order shrimp. Uncle Sam himself said you know I also have the best chicken in town. So I took him up on it and ordered his six piece and fries with a soda special. When I tell you this chicken was so good, crispy and tender, seasoned to perfection. No extra grease on my plate. Fries were seasoned perfectly!!! I was so impressed by the quality. Hands down this is my favorite and for now on home to anything and everything I want fried. WORTH EVERY PENNY!!”
“Skwurt Inn can be a fun place to hang out or bring your friends to party out the night with. When they have music, karaoke or some kind of event going the atmosphere goes through the roof! The owner is very personable and her bartenders work their butts off to keep all the customers happy. May not be in the best part of town but it's safe and the feel of the place will always put you at ease! It's a great place to feel a great energy!”
“The place is easily confused with a small shed, but it's got a unique atmosphere inside. I was born in the 80s, so I never experienced the 70s, but this place "feels like" it's a time capsule of that decade. Great music played the entire time I was there, and the bartender kindly comped my diet coke. I think there are some activities and dining outside also.Vegetarian options: Beer is vegetarian.Dietary restrictions: Unclear.Parking: Kind of an uneven parking spot, but fine.Kid-friendliness: Who brings a kid to a bar?Wheelchair accessibility: Shouldn't have an issue.”
“These are some of the best homemade bagels I have had in Peoria. The quality is excellent, they deliver them on Monday mornings for free, and I have to tell myself not to eat them all before Tuesday. Highly recommend everyone give these a try at least once.”
“I'm a regular at Tavern 41, the bar in the back of Harold's. The beauty is they share a kitchen! Love their food. The pizza should be in a 'Peoria's Best's conversation. Boneless wings are chicken chunks compared to blended chicken nuggets, which is awesome. There's always great salads. The Italian beef slaps. Big fan.”
“This is a nice cozy bar and has a fun trivia night.Vegetarian options: It has a blackbean burger sandwhich plus fries and chips.Dietary restrictions: They offer a gluten-free bread.Parking: It's a strip mall parking lot.Kid-friendliness: Not bad as bars go.Wheelchair accessibility: First floor, tables, and ♿️ parking.”
“This is a great coffee shop in the downtown Peoria area. The coffee shop is very inviting and the everything bagel is a must try. It might be the best breakfast sandwich I’ve ever had!”
“Plenty of free parking and handicap accessible. The store was busy, it was lunchtime. The line moved slower than expected I assume the staff was busy with carry out/online orders, this thought didn't make me feel any less put upon. I made the effort to visit the store in person, I expect a little consideration. The food was quickly and correctly assembled once I finally placed my order, it was hot and well portioned.”
“First time I had ever been there was on 3/23/24; stopped in for supper before BBB at The Civic Center. Food was great, service was amazing, nothing bad to say about this place. Highly recommend!”
“It's either the Gyro or the Italian Beef for me and both are delicious! Rose is super kind and welcoming which is why I visit here weekly! Definitely one of my favorite places in town.”
“Had the veggie shawarma with fries, the shawarma had an amazing veggie patty and hummus the fries are just ok. If you get the shawarma get it large, full meal under 10 bucks.”
“this place has the very best burger hands down ,it's a Man size two hander and the flavors are spot on oh and the appetizers are to die for ,oh and let's not forget the bacon jam omg it's so good .We'll I can honestly say I've never been disappointed in the food or service, great place to eat and have a drink”
“Starbucks off Knoxville in Peoria, IL is usually pretty fast given they are directly across from an interstate exchange and two major hospitals. That being said, they got my drink order wrong. I’m not mad,m. I asked for oatmilk instead of dairy, as I’m cutting back down. It’s not worth wasting product on a mistake. I just hope they take a little more time to confirm as they were pushing out customers very quickly.”
“There was a wait for the dining room, so we chose to eat in the bar area. Bar area seemed very blah compared to dining room, no carryover of the theme beyween rooms. Service was great & food delivered quickly. We ordered seafood for our entrees & both seemed very one note and lacked any flavor.Dietary restrictions: Several gluten free options”
“We came in with a large bunch (kids included) on St Patrick's day. They had a stand going upstairs as well. The staff upstairs were great about letting us hide our strollers and wagons away behind them while we went down for drinks and food. The staff was great and right on the ball with everything we needed! it was fantastic!”
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Sushigawa
“A little sashimi with the wife this afternoon.Spicy octopusOctopusSalmonYellow tailTunaSquidWhite fishAnd something I have zero idea what it was.It was all super good?”
“Great tasting place, fantastic place ?. The bar up mixed drinks were not impressive, short pours. Ordered the Rum drink for $10 and 4 or us tated it and all 4 of us were not impressed. I would not advise the bar for mixed drinks. Bill for 7 of us was close to $300.”
“I have been a college student at Bradley University for 3 years now. The pizza is great the service and atmosphere is awesome as well. I had the honor of talking to a staff member Katelyn who's been working here for the last 6 to 7 years. Amazing person with a good personality.”
“Whenever i'm in Peoria, I always come here for the Korean BBQ! It's a delight. The pricing is very reasonable and the food is always yummy. Great service as well! Seated fast every visit and the atmosphere is peaceful!”
“I travel state to state every week and I've never tasted any fried green tomatoes like theirs!!! They are fried crispy and seasoned well to me being from New Orleans!!!”
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Red Lobster
“Both of our waitresses were great. One of them was in training she only been there for two days, but she did an awesome job. She will be a good asset to the restaurant in the future.”
“Stopped here for dinner before heading back to B/N after shopping. The menu was extensive, full bar, nice atmosphere, friendly staff and clean facilities. The food was timely and delicious. I had steak and shrimp fajitas, which were delicious. Would definitely hit this spot again on any future trip to Peoria!”
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Panera Bread
“Great employees, super friendly and patient too! Love their options, our favorite is the bagel box with their walnut cream cheese! Solid sandwich and soup entrees. Been here multiple times. Thanks for always giving us a solid experience.”
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“Typical Olive Garden. You know the menu and is consistent nationwide. Service was good at this location.Parking: Plenty of parkingKid-friendliness: Good kids menu”
“food was ok. seems like the company as a whole has gone drastically down hill. it used to be a favorite of mine. my last several visits have been less than great. food was not awful but it was not great. i had a 2 piece combo and my chicken was barely warm. tasted old. it definitely was not fresh. i ordered original recipe and got crispy. not sure if i just have bad timing on my visits and they just don't want to cook fresh.”
“Just found out Churches Chicken is hopefully only temporarily closed. I can't seem to find out why. Please assist. I love the food!! It is the only place around with reasonably priced food, that still tastes good.”
“The coffee is incredible. They roast their own and offer flavors unlike any others I've seen in the area. They usually have vegan-friendly pastries and whatever milk will suit your fancy for a drink. The main sitting area is very chic and cozy. There are spots outside as well as a little nook inside if you need a quieter area to sit. As for the service, i absolutely love these people. They're so friendly and welcoming, and don't just flat out ignore you if you aren't ordering like some cafes do. It's in a beautiful historic building that always gives me inspiration whenever i go there to get work done.”
“Food was delicious!!! Service was great and Chef was very friendly!! We will definitely be back — loved everything we had. The chicken shawarma was great, loved the hummus, falafel was also very tasty!! Thank you for a great dinner out with friends!!”
“I am a huge Mexican food fan, and Hacienda El Mirador does not disappoint. The food is delicious, and the prices are reasonable. Lovely outdoor patio, vegetarian options, plenty of parking. I had the three taco plate- you can choose from many options. I had pollo, carnitas, and steak tacos. If you are a margarita fan, you'll be very pleased. You can even get a flight of margaritas to try out their options!”
“Well I didn’t order any food but we was charge $20 at the door and we asked a few other people and they told us they paid nothing or $10. A $12 drink was more like a half a shot. If u 21 to 30 this club for you. Other than that find somewhere else to go.”
“Best wing spot in the city. They always get the perfect fry (IMO hard/crispy and still juicy inside) that stands up to to sauces and doesn't get soggy. They have the most sauce and flavoring options available in the area. All that I've tried have been really good. They have classic flavors like mild, garlic parm, lemon pepper and they have really creative combos like jun jun and vaya pickle ranch. They fry a good fish too. Call in orders can be busy sometimes and may take a few tries. Pop in to order if you're in area, they're pretty quick.”
“Cannot say enough good things about the food and the prices it is phenomenal food at a great price, the bacon cheeseburger is absolutely it’s so so good highly recommend this place for any meal !!!”
“Authentic Indian food with a wide selection of traditional dishes. I went with the saag paneer, which consists of whole milk cheese squares with tender spinach in a rich curry sauce. It was fabulous. I also had some traditional naan which was light and crispy. A definitely different flavor profile than most ethnic cuisines.”
“Stopped in yesterday for lunch, had never heard of this place before. Was very pleasantly surprised. Great food, quick service, I'll be back and recommend to others.”
“Nice atmosphere, friendly and inclusive folks, the food has soul in it and is honestly the best I've ever eaten since I've become a vegan.Vegetarian options: All vegan menuDietary restrictions: Has limited, but decent, support for gluten free.”
“We had a recent work event at Untamed, and it was so much fun. Becca and Bryce made sure everyone got involved, and shared in the fun. The food in drinks were only outdone with the fun atmosphere!! Such a fun night, and highly recommend!!!”
“I had a great time at Bison on Sunday the 17th The atmosphere was great & the bartender Kim served me the best drinks. I definitely will be back next weekend.”
“All I can say is OMG!! I walked in for the first time I was about to order shrimp. Uncle Sam himself said you know I also have the best chicken in town. So I took him up on it and ordered his six piece and fries with a soda special. When I tell you this chicken was so good, crispy and tender, seasoned to perfection. No extra grease on my plate. Fries were seasoned perfectly!!! I was so impressed by the quality. Hands down this is my favorite and for now on home to anything and everything I want fried. WORTH EVERY PENNY!!”
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“My husband and I stopped in while in town today, for our first time!! Great food, wonderful drinks and outstanding service! Carrie P waited on us and she was wonderful! We own a restaurant in central Illinois and we appreciate hard working staff that pays attention to detail and are a joy! We will absolutely be back!”
“Had lunch at Saffron Social. The ambiance leans upscale but not stiff. The blackened Mahi fish tacos were delicious, just slightly salty for my taste. Side salad that came with it was perfect with cucumbers, radishes, and tomatoes. Our server Nicole was great; friendly and attentive to our table.”
“Ardor provides an incredibly wonderful culinary experience right here in downtown Peoria. The food is so fresh, high quality, and full of amazing flavors. Their menu features many different options and each is beautifully presented by the very talented crew. I’ve enjoyed watching the staff prepare the food to absolute perfection - Alyssa and Kaitlynn in the mornings and Emily and Zeke in the evenings. I regularly pop in and sit at the bar without a reservation. If you don’t wish to sit at the bar, don't be surprised if you can't get a table without a reservation, and even at the bar there can be a wait to get a seat. Last week I had the tomato soup and grilled cheese and it was the best comfort food. Visit often, try the new items, find your favorites, and definitely take home some bakery goodies. Make sure to try a fabulous cocktail crafted by mixologist, Kostas. You won’t be disappointed.”
“They've come back strong. Quality suffered before COVID but still pretty much the only place in town. After their temporary closure we were forced to travel elsewhere to get out Chinese food fix. When they reopened they came back with higher pricing but much better quality. Tried to go today but had to back out of there due to excessive heat. The air broke and the heat was stifling. Will be back when we can breathe in there again.”
“We have been to Weaver’s twice with big groups and the food both times was excellent and so was the service! Recently just there Jan 7, 2023 with a group of 12. Our server did an amazing job! Food came out much quicker than anticipated with that big of a group and was excellent! If you haven’t tried the lemonade shake ups- they are awesome! I recommend Weavers if you haven’t tried it you should!!!”
“The beers are good. The scotch eggs are better and the atmosphere is so cool. Love the history of this place and the staff was friendly and attentive. GO!! It’s worth it!”
“We love Portillo's. Whenever we see one we stop. This one didn't disappoint. Fast service and delicious food. Come see them now! While you are at it get me a beef sandwich”
“Brisket nachos, brisket Mac and brisket sandwich and fries was soooooo good. Came out quick!! Good flavor not fatty. First time here and will definitely be back! Waitress didn’t come back and ask how things were she was busy behind the bar doing stuff. But when she brought the bill she thanked us. People were friendly. New go too atmosphere was great.”
“Our first time! The Brats are good. Loved the haus slaw but they only filled the container half way up which was disappointing. Was hoping for German potato salad too. Overall what we got was good but not enough food for $30.”
“Went in one morning and one of the nicest waitresses I’ve ever had and she was just so caring and kind and had an ear because I was a mouth full we need more people like Linsey and ik we’ll have a better ”
“Best brewery/pub you could go. Dog friendly. Great outdoor seating when the weather is nice. I had the breakfast burger and it. Was. Phenomenal. Beer so good had go get some to take home. They can it right in front of you. Place is a hidden gem. Dont think twice, get yourself some drink and grade A ”
“Stopped in with my 1 year old daughter after unicorn world and Heather was a HUGE help by bringing out our food and to go containers when we were done. Only reason food got 4 and not 5 because they were out of turkey.”
“Guys, do yourselves a favor and get here immediately! I ordered the hangover smash burger at the recommendation of my sweet waitress, Kate, and it was absolutely amazing! So fresh and delicious, by far surpassed what I was expecting. Even the French fries were cooked to crispy perfection! ?”
“I actually ordered via door dash. The food was OUTSTANDING! the packaging of the order was superior.I was compelled to call the restaurant to tell them how wonderful the service was.I will definitely be ordering from here again! Thank you”
“Typical Olive Garden. You know the menu and is consistent nationwide. Service was good at this location.Parking: Plenty of parkingKid-friendliness: Good kids menu”
“The best oysters I've had in a long time! Excellent service, the food was spectacular Maple Leaf Farms Duck, Steak Diane, scallops, Chicken Orleans. Outstanding dessert, Chocolate Mousse, Panna Cotta. I was here for my birthday and Chef Todd cooked my Cherries Jubilee tableside! The owners are hard working hands on and very personable. The cocktails, Old Fashion,Gin Royale, Manhattan classic cocktails made perfectly. I cannot say enough for the all around experience of this establishment.”