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Fabio On Fire

4.2 (1.1k reviews)
ModeratePizza, Italian
Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Claire C.

We didn't have reservation and went there on Saturday night, so waited for 45ish mins. Overall the food was 4/5, but the service was 5/5. The owner introduced the menu seriously and asked multiple times about our experience. My favorite was the pizza which I forgot the name but might be called "fabio" something... The burrata and mortadella was so good and the pizza dough was also amazing. The bolognese was ok, and margherita was good but not wowing me. They treated as a dessert and though we were full but still thought it was good, the cream was light and not too sweet.

Brianna R.

I love this spot! We have never had a bad meal at Fabio on Fire. From the pizzas and pastas to the gelato, nothing disappoints here. We always enjoy the ambiance, either inside or on the patio, and are always met with top-notch service. My favorite dish here is the bolognese. It is hearty and filling and I typically get two meals out of it thanks to their generous portions. We really enjoy this lovely local gem.

Piccante Panini
Brianna S.

Fabio on Fire is a small, casual Italian spot offering pastries, gelato, paninis, and pizza. Unlike their other location, this isn't a traditional sit down restaurant with wait staff. You order at the counter, and they bring the food to you. The service is great, and the paninis are amazing. I love their pizzas too, but the paninis really steal the show. My favorite is the Piccante. The mild, creamy cheese paired with sweet caramelized onions and spicy salami creates the perfect balance of flavor. I highly recommend checking it out. It is so worth it.

Old fashioned... 3/5 starts
Silvia D.

Felt kind of stuffy walking into this place... almost uncomfortable from the stares. The hostess finally came and asked if we had reservations...2x... to which I replied (both times) - no. Finally seated... waited about 15 minutes before someone came to greet us and take our order. Ambiance- honestly not my favorite cup of tea- was very loud.... could barely hear the music. Food: check out the pictures attached for what we ordered and what we rated it... average place... pizza and meatballs were the highlight of our order. Would I come here again- no. Feeling slightly uncomfortable can change the mood of an entire evening- including dinner.

Jamie K.

Their food was truly fabulous and took us all back to a nostalgic memory of Italy! Their food is authentic, their service is impeccable, and their restaurant is esthetic. I highly recommend you call to make a reservation to be sure you get a table!

Ravioli with short rib meat and sauce
Nanci G.

Amazing the selection of dinner items. We were a party of 3 and this was our first time trying their food. The server we had was so awesome. She wanted to know what food allergies we had at our table and was able to assist us with the food. Restaurant was very clean and staff was friendly and helpful. I loved my ravioli stuffed with short ribs and sauce. So delicious

Pistachio and Stracciatella gelato.

This place is a hidden gem. Amazing food and service, and such a quaint intimate atmosphere. Really loved everything about it.

Becca W.

We were craving Italian and found Fabio On Fire on Yelp. Since we'd never been there before, we decided to give it a shot. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating, and with the nice weather, we chose to sit outside. The tables were a bit close together, and there wasn't much in the way of decor, but it had a relaxed vibe. Our server was super busy--seemed like he was handling all the tables--but he was still really attentive. We ordered the Calamari Fritti with Zucchini, Lobster Ravioli, Salsiccia E Funghi Pizza, and Capricciosa Pizza, plus some gelato for dessert. The calamari was a little small and crunchier than we expected, but everything else was delicious and nicely plated. Glad we found this place--definitely coming back to try more!

Tiramisu
Heidi A.

Visited here for a weekend lunch with a friend. The atmosphere so cute, like a cafe in Europe. I just like the furnishings and decor. The food was wonderful. I really loved both the pizza and the pasta. The pasta was very rich and incredible. The tiramisu was gigantic and oh so delicious. The service was wonderful as well :)

Short rib papperadeli
M T.

Great food and service. Pizza as appetizers, lasagna short rib papperadeli great food and service

Watermelon and cookies and cream gelato
Vlad V.

My buddy and I stopped by Fabio on Fire | Pizzeria Italiana for dinner. Located in a shopping center, parking won't be a problem. The name of their restaurant makes me think of the I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Fabio commercials back in the day. IYKYK. Fabio was definitely on fire. Service (4.5/5): We were seated close to the open kitchen and our waitress did a great job throughout. She was friendly, checked in on us, and gave us recommendations when we asked. She's also a Michigan fan so you know that's a winner in my book. Ambiance (3.5/5): Pretty much a traditional neighborhood Italian restaurant. What I expected in the 'burbs. There aren't a ton of tables but it's homey and welcoming. Drinks (N/A): I had an Arnold Palmer so not much to report here. Food (4/5): I had the braised rib ravioli which was delicious. The braised rib and the pasta were tender and the pasta sauce was creamy. They complimented each other well. My only complaint is that the portions size was relatively small and overpriced for what you get. But still delicious. I finished things off with the gelato where I was able to pick two flavors. I went with the watermelon and the cookies and cream. The watermelon was delicious and you can never go wrong with cookies and cream. Perhaps my favorite ice cream flavor of all time. If you're looking for a solid Italian meal in Peoria, get lit at Fabio on Fire!

Kara M.

Tried Fabio's for the first time. I definitely understand the hype. The artesian style sandwiches and bread were amazing. The serving size is also pretty large and very shareable. Really small restaurant mostly meant for takeout but definitely worth the trip. They also had a ton of gelato flavors which just looked amazing. Next time we're going to try dessert.

Beef short ribs raviolis and butternut sauce
Judy L.

I made a reservation for 2 of us for a Friday dinner. Best way to kick off the weekend and distress. It was so so hard to choose what to eat, everything looks so good from the menu. I showed up right on time for the reservation and they were not ready. I had to wait 10 mins, no problem. My friend was late anyways. When I sat in the other room with the bar, it was very cute and cozy. Read the menu again until my friend got here. I ordered an ice tea and beef short ribs raviolis and butternut sauce. They give you complementary bread & butter. Ravioli Al Brasato (Short-Rib Ravioli) - Braised short-rib ravioli with a buttercream sage sauce. WOW, I want a second order of this amazing dish. I got hazelnut gelato for my dessert. YUM! Service was ok. Friendly when you can get their attention.

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Great menu and great tasting food always. Service is always outstanding. Great Italian variety.

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Great food and several menu selections and atmosphere is also good it's difficult sometimes to get in unless you have a reservation

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This is our family favorite Italian restaurant---far above all of the others! We have gone here for many years and not had one bad meal!!

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Do you serve any gluten free options?

No it's pasta. Maybe a salad.

Any vegan options? Thanks

It's an authentic Italian restaurant. Good luck.

Can someone please post a lunch menu?

Does this restaurant have any gluten free options?

Yes it does

Is there a Happy Hour?

There is not a happy hour

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