Excellent riverfront tap treat, sampled a couple and enjoyed a lot of the darker options, decadent…read moreand roughly better balanced with clean fresh notes that offered smooth drinking. Went with the red ale for its surprising brightness and enchanted spirit bringing real flavors unlike most I've had!

This is the original craft brewery in Peoria and a cool place to stop for good beers.read more

The vibe is welcoming the moment you walk in, and the space is very clean with fun beaver art…read moreeverywhere you look. It gives the place a light and playful feel without being over the top. For food, we had two vegan options to choose from. I went with the vegan steak with vegan mozzarella and a side salad. It was flavorful and satisfying, and I appreciated having a good plant based option at a brewery. My husband ordered the smash burger and really enjoyed it. Our server was knowledgeable and efficient, which made the whole visit even better. Overall, a fun stop with great service and good food, and I would be happy to come back.

Good food and great service. Plenty of parking outside as well as abundant seating in the taproom…read more I had a flight so that I could sample a few of their beers. Their beers were good with a variety of styles.

Great beer and pizza. I got a flight and loved every choice. The pizza was simple but hit the spotread more

Pictures truly do not do this place justice! The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was…read morejust as great. Definitely a place worth trying, I'll be coming back!

Great ambience and atmosphere ! This brewery is in the warehouse district. Service was good. My…read morewife and I came for trivia night on a Wednesday night with a few of her coworkers. We were able to try a few appetizers selected by her coworkers! We sampled the pretzel, chicken fingers, Mexican corn dip, onion rings, and fries. We also split an analytical burger and onion rings. Here are the ratings: Pretzel 4 out 5 (huge pretzel with different dips on the side) Fries 3 out of 5 (soggy with good flavor) Chicken fingers 4 out of 5 (crispy crunchy solid chicken fingers) Onion rings 4 out of 5 (beer battered and really good) Mexican street corn dip 3 out of 5 (unique flavor profile) Burger 4 out of 5 (a solid tasty burger with good toppings)

Visited this place the other day and we sat outside! It was actually a hot day but how could you…read moreresist beers in the patio of this cute place! I've read the reviews from others and I must say, this place hit all the notes! Beer was good, pricing was good, servers were knowledgeable, quick and attentive. Lastly the owners did an amazing job here! My only contribution is to consider potted trees and some organic life to the patio, as They age they will truly make this spot dreamy!! Thanks for the beers, we'll see you next time! Follow me for more reviews as I make my way around Peoria! Being new here I'm excited to try it all! Message me and leave your recommendations!!

Bust'd Brewing busted me out of winter boredom with some beer and board games…read more Ever since I heard about Bust'd Brewing open up in Peoria Heights, I knew I'd end up there eventually and the time finally came. Emily and I both agreed that going out for a drink sounded good and I asked if she wanted to check out Bust'd and she said yup. We rolled up on a Friday night around 6pm and the place wasn't too busy. There was a couple couples in there so we grabbed a beer and took a seat and started playing some games. A coworker told me about Shut the Box and funny enough, it was on the table and we played quite a few rounds as we worked on our first beer. Emily's first beer was the That One Coach and my first one was the Cattails. I usually really enjoy hefeweizens but this one felt a bit flat. It lacked the banana and vanilla punch I am used to them having. It was good, don't get me wrong but didn't hit quite like hefeweizens usually hit. Emily said she really enjoyed her beer. I tried it but brown ales are not my cup of... beer. Once we switched to playing Anarchy Pancakes, we grabbed another beer. This time Emily got the Trailblazer and I got the Hazy not Hazy. I jokingly said the Hazy should be called Hazy not Crazy and the bartender (who I think might be one of the owners?) laughed and said she liked that. I told her she could use it for a future beer, free of charge. As we grabbed our beers, a family came in and took over the other half the big table we were at, so we hopped onto a 4-top to enjoy our new beer and new game. I really liked the Hazy not Hazy. Emily liked hers and we both wished that we would've gotten our 2nd choice for both our beers. The interior of the brewery is really nice. A lot of wood throughout and the place was brightly lit. This brewery is located in an old Subway building so if it looks like every other Subway out there, that is why. On the backside of the building is where The Other Dawg was located years ago. It is a bit small inside so if they are busy or are hosting an event, it could get crowded quick in there. They have a giant Connect Four and a plentiful board game collection to enjoy while you are there. I absolutely love that these social establishments are providing fun stuff to do and providing a place for people to gather and socialize. As we were paying our tab, I picked up a t-shirt and some stickers. The shirt was $25 (I think) and the stickers were $1 each. Emily grabbed a beer opener for $5. In hindsight, I wish I would've gotten a beer opener, too. Not just to support a local business but they were pretty good quality, too. If you need a social spot to grab some beer and space to play some board games, Bust'd Brewing should make your list. They also have a ton of events to attend if that's more your thing. Cheers!

This is a cool little brewery, Heather is an amazing and very friendly bartender, the beer is good…read more I'd highly recommend this place for anyone passing through Peoria

Perfect upscale distillery with a very modern look. The exposed brick with the beams gives it a…read morevery rugged yes modern look. Very tastefully decorated - great for date nite. The drink choices were amazing besides the Bourbon made in house. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The manager was not only working bar but also restaurant section. Very professional

Very cool space in the warehouse district, Black Band is a true functioning distillery which also…read morehas a restaurant and bar. I've been here twice, both at the bar, and I really enjoyed the visits. It's definitely unique and upscale, with a restaurant section, bar, and patio. You can see the distillery through glass which gives the place a steam punk vibe. I tried a number of their whiskey based cocktails - old fashioneds, manhattans. and such. The cocktails are well-executed although they tend to run a tad sweet. Still, with the service and ambiance and quality, it's definitely a great spot to come alone or with a group.

Located outside of the Peoria Illinois area,this winery produces over 20 different wines in a…read moregorgeous setting. Thru out the year they offer summer concerts as well as host many weddings. They have a small gift shop as well as a tasting room. Tastings are only 3.00 for 3 selections! Since my wife and I love reds that are not sweet,we were able to try 6 different wines. The pours are served in small plastic containers and we each were given water as well as a wine glass to sample the wines. We ended up purchasing 2 bottles and we're glad we stopped.

We always have an end of the summer gathering at the Mackinaw Vineyard, and I'm not exaggerating…read morewhen I say it's one of my favorite memories from the entire summer!! Adorable venue, great property, and plenty of space. Perfect for a potluck, a concert night, evening stroll, or an opportunity to dance on the dance floor. Would recommend if you're in for a good time!!

Stopped at Tres Rojas Winery on my way to see family in Illinois. It's out of the way in a…read morebeautiful pastoral area. The staff here are exceptionally friendly and the wine is delicious (and not over-priced). They were happy to talk to me about their offerings, give me some history, and describe wineries in the state they are friendly with.

Great wine selection and very well made. Love that you can bring your own food. Lots of seating and…read morea nice venue. Went there for an art fair and music after church on Sunday. Love how they have dogs that have been rescued that can freely walk around the whole area. Would love to see some bigger music entertainment in the future.