The donuts at Tadoughs are not just huge, they're delicious. They are also a huge favorite at…read morework. When we want to treat the team for a job well done, then Tadoughs is the go-to place.

The donuts tasted simply amazing and are way too big for one person to eat a whole one. However,…read morethe service was not something to write a great review about. The women were rude and impatient, and seemed bothered by the fact that they had to work. They also were clueless about the peanut butter, filled chocolate donut holes that they advertised for the last couple days on Facebook. And are online to order. This is the Peoria location.

Review Visit: May 2nd, 2015…read more Not just a bakery but a tourist stop. If you mention getting donuts (or doughnuts) in East Peoria, everyone will talk about how good Carl's Bakery is. They produce a lot of doughnuts (or donuts) that are beloved by the residents of East Peoria. Having lived in the general area and having drove by the place a million times, I thought it was time to check it out. If you are familiar with Carl's Bakery, you are familiar with the giant rooster that is outside the building. If you aren't familiar, then there is a giant rooster outside the building. One that is prime for taking a fun photo with. My dad and I did just that after trying out their food. Carl's Bakery is one of those places that seems to be open from before the sun rises to around noon-ish. So, if you are interested in going, you better head there when the roosters crow or else they will be closing up shop. When you go, you have to compete for a parking spot on the side of the building. While Carl's has an indoor eating area, I took the limited parking as a sign that they cater to the 'pick up my donuts (or doughnuts) and go' crowd. Nonetheless, my dad and I found a spot to park and headed in. Once we were inside, we had to squeeze a large throng of people to get to the counter. We told the cashier we wanted to eat in. She guided us to a table and we took a seat. While looking over the menu, I had hopes of getting some breakfast as that is what I assumed they specialized in. Maybe we missed a cutoff point or something else happened but we ended up ordering some lunch instead. My dad got a tenderloin and I got... I honestly don't remember. Maybe a burger that came with a ton of fries. Oh, and we both got coffee. Let us start with the coffee. It was... not good. I've had cheap coffee and this stuff takes the cake. I used more half-n-half and sugar than I normally do. While I am no snob and I put down a few cups, it wasn't worth it in the end to taste some water masquerading as coffee. But no worries. It's just coffee. We were there for the food. How was that?/ A notch above the coffee. I fully admit that I don't remember what sandwich I got but I do remember not being a fan of it. My dad said the same thing about his tenderloin. Both just lacking in everything. How does that happen? Can a chef or someone with cooking knowledge explain that to me? The french fries were salvageable at least. In fact, they were the only things that tasted good. Hype. It has it's place in the world but more often than not, I find that hype ruins a lot of things for me. Movies, video games, restaurants, and various other things. It's nice to get excited about something but when it doesn't live up to that level, I believe it is more disappointing than if it weren't hyped at all. But we aren't here for a hype discussion. My dad and I got to hang out and try something new. Was it the best place ever? No. Do I cherish the memory of this outing? Heck yes. While I may have had a lack luster time here, don't let the opposite of hype dissuade you from checking it out if you are a doughnut (or donut) person. Or you want to stop and take a photo with the giant rooster outside and then find yourself magically teleported inside, trying out their coffee and menu offerings.

This is an older family business that has become curbside only, check FB for menu or call ahead to…read moreplace an order. Do not let this stop you from heading over ! Open Thursday to Saturday (always check) . Can only speak for donuts & pastries but I can't imagine that they'd fail at dinner ! The service was very personal and polite. The donuts are Old School ! Fresh Home Made, hot if you're early! Big variety , fair prices , honestly good ingredients that you can taste . I was in town for a dog show, picking up 2 dozen to have out for people and this place was a fan favorite for many . You want commercial, cookie cutter , uninspired donuts you can find that anywhere. If you want to impress or treat yourself, friends and family give this place a try !

Trefzger's is one of those places where you bite into one of their creations and you immediately…read morethink "Ahhh I understand why they've been around since 1861". The thumbprint cookies are pure flames. I can't think of a single item that doesn't have the sweetness precisely dialed in. My only real nitpick I can think of is with the bread used for the pastries (danishes, cinnamon rolls). It's slightly too... Dry? Gluten-y? But it's not an overarching issue so it's pretty insignificant.

Beautiful, large, independent bakery with incredible sweets. Everything is amazing about this…read moreplace except for the unfriendly staff.

I like to buy their treats for service above and beyond!…read more Everyone loves their iced cinnamon rolls and their pecan rolls! The staff is always so friendly and quick to serve you! They have lots of choices so I doubt you will ever be disappointed!

I loved this bakery, I especially liked the small pies, crust is always baked well with lots of…read morefilling and topping. Their cream pies are wonderful and the fruit pies also I just tried the brownies and were wonderful. Going to try the cheesecake next but sure I'll not be disappointed. The staff is always pleasant and helpful.

My absolute favorite coffee shop! Everyone is incredibly sweet and helpful. Wish they were open on…read moreSundays so I could get it every day. I'm gluten free and they have scone options for me as well which is not easy to find. I usually go through the drive through but when I do happen to go inside the shop it is always a peaceful and sweet experience.

Great little coffee shop that I try and stop in every year when I'm in the area. Service is polite…read moreand friendly. My mocha and cherry danish were good. It was a cold, damp, and grey day. So I enjoyed my order while listening to soft melodic Christian music. I recommend you stop in and check them out.

Cracked Pepper catered an event at the Peoria Civic Center. The Harvest salad sat out too long as…read morethe "fresh" spring greens looked dried out and had brown edges. The entree, chicken saltimbocca, was incredibly dry; I almost choked on the first bite of chicken. The sides, dauphinoise potatoes and green beans, were good. Thankfully, the desserts were delicious. There were jumbo lemon or double chocolate cupcakes. The lemon cake was dense, almost like pound cake, but had good flavor. The chocolate cupcakes were divine.

This restaurant is great! The dining area has a cozy vibe, they make pastries including a "bacon…read morelog" and they have great-tasting soups, sandwiches, salads and cookies. Today I had a lemon cookie and a southwest chicken wrap and enjoyed every bite.

F A B U L O U S food for the vegan in your life. The menu changes daily, one deliciousness after…read moreanother to keep you coming back.

WOW WOW WOW! Sooo good. I found Riley's Vegan Sweets & Eats…read morewhen I visited Radish Kitchen in Peoria (check out my review of Radish Kitchen, too!) These amazing vegan desserts are just the right amount of sweet without being "too rich". But let me tell you - they are A REAL TREAT!! You won't want to miss them. Big huge "brookies" (like brownies), individually wrapped cookies, cookies in a bag for sharing, and all in a variety of to-behold flavors. Literally - a BUNCH of all fabulous (and all are VEGAN!!!) choices. Who knew being vegan could be so YUMMY?!?

Great Steak Dinner at a great price. Mallory went above and…read morebeyond to make sure I could get this deal, while stuck in a hospital. The epitome of customer service done right!

The Sheridan Road Hy-Vee has deteriated in the past six months. Not enough check- out lanes opened…read moreon a Saturday, poor produce and no cash self-service lanes. Had guest baggers today and a butternut squash placed on top of bread. Over charged for a product, told checker and she said I'll take care of that for you...you guessed it, had to wait in line at customer service. Wasn't able to get several items on my list. Grand Prairie a much better managed store. I will drive a little farther for better service.

I understand it was early in the morning and it was busy. But I had to repeat my order 3 time but…read morethey still got it wrong. I order 25 munchkin chocolate, glaze and blueber and all I got I got was. The glaze and blueberries ones. So definitely check it before you leave.

Worst service ever!! I only go sometimes since its so close to my work but the people most of the…read moretime don't care to get your order right. I have been here numerous times where they give me the wrong coffee, sizes, flavors etc. The worst time I went here is when the lady gave me the wrong order so I had to pull around and wait for her to bring it out to me, and it was a large iced latte which I asked for a medium and it was dripping with coffee and the lid basically came off and it was overly sweet! I was crunching the sugar it was so bad and I hadn't even asked for sugar in it!! Just go to the one in peoria heights its newer and waaay better service and the people are nice!! Also it doesn't make sense that the workers here suck compared to the starbucks across the street, like what??