When traveling to central IL 2 things need to make a way into my belly. Those two things are a…read morewhole fired catfish, and a tenderloin sandwich. Today's visit to the Hungry Moose was for the latter of the two. After much discussion with friends and family alike I was to to head here with f I wanted to leave happy and full. Little did I know this would end up like a full tenderloin buffet on a plate. The size of this beast made me feel small for the fist time in my life. I'm full sized man with a appetite to match, but this in fact was too big for my needy belly. The flavor itself was quite good too! Having tried many tenderloins around town over the years this one would easily make the podiums. Maybe not the very best but bronze is a respectable medal to come home with as well! A crispy corn flake breading fried to a golden brown was awesome Just needed a little spicing up with salt and pepper. The side of onion straws on the other had were flawless. Hand fills of these curly bits couldn't reach my mouth fast enough. In the end I ordered a huge meal, enjoyed it and have another huge meal in the to-go box. The single waitress did her best to keep the tables happy and clean and made for a pleasant experience. Try it out here is you have not, I'll be going back from breakfast soon enough. I

Food below average. Service just average- nothing special in any category. Yet their "expected…read moretip" scale starts at 20% and steps up to36% and figured including tax. Expecting above average tipping for mediocre food and service does not speak well of them.

Review Visit: October 28th, 2014…read more If you are a diner aficionado, do not confuse yourself. Yes, there is two diners in Illinois that have nearly the same name. This one is THE 50's Diner located in Peoria, IL and the other is THAT 50's Diner in Dwight, IL. The similarities do not end there. They are both themed from the 1950s. They have a big love of Elvis and other 1950's stuff decorating the diner. That's about where it ends. Matt, Tim, and I rolled up on a sunny autumn afternoon for some nostalgic trip. Not that we were alive in the 50's but it is always fun to visit a place themed after a time period one isn't alive for. I am still waiting for someone to open a Cafe 80's modeled after the one from Back to the Future II. This diner was screaming 50's from the moment we walked in. Black and white color scheme for the seating. 50's decor and memorabilia lining the walls and counters. A menu that screams styling from the time. But none of that matters in the end. It's the food. The menu emhpasizes the Loosey Sammich and that is just what I ordered. While looking over the menu, I did notice they served curly fries, which seems like a rarity outside of Hardee's/Carl Jrs. The diner wasn't busy so our server was timely and our food was delivered after a short while. The food was served in those plastic baskets with wax paper (but sometimes served on plates). To me, I enjoy food being delivered in those things. Why, only foggy childhood memories can explain. The food was dropped in front of us and the Loosey sandwich was... not appealing. I'm not sure what I was expecting but it if you've read enough of these blog posts, you know I save my judgment for how it tastes, not how it looks. Chomp. Chomp. A few bites in and my mouth ran in to dryness without flavor to cover it up. The sandwich was somehow disappointing despite being their signature sandwich. I am going to guess that the meat was sitting in a warmer and dried out. Ah, what a bummer. The fries were good, at least. I've been back a few times with my friend Maria for random breakfasts and lunches and the food from those visits mirrored my first experience here. Bland. Not to say the food is awful or should be avoided, but don't expect anything to make you crave coming back time and time again. But, on the other hand, maybe you'll love the place. Don't let me bland experience deter you from checking it out. Maybe my taste buds are compatible with the 50's. Ah, but this isnt the end of this blog. Nope, one little thing left to talk about. There is a store that takes up the right side of The 50's Diner. Yes, you heard it here. A store. I've browsed the merchandise for sale and I am not sure if this store is a consignment-based or what. The assortment of items is rather eclectic. There's novelty candy, jewelry, random clothes, and other odds and ends. It kind of makes visiting here exciting because you just never know what they will have on sale.

Cute little diner. Good size portions. Large and think pancakes. Ordered the Mega skillet.read more

Outstanding breakfast. I try to eat here whenever I come home for a visit. The food and service is…read morealways awesome. We had pancakes, biscuits and gravy and the hearty breakfast with poached eggs, bacon, pan fried hash browns. Their hash browns are excellent. Coffee is served piping hot with a small carafe on the side. It's a cute little restaurant that typically has a short wait on weekends. I highly recommend.

It's your basic diner with higher end choices of food. Servers were fast and friendly. Food was…read moregood and they offer you a Togo cup of Joe when you get ready to leave. That's a nice touch. Would go again

This review is for my grandmother…read more The Mayflower used to be a nice place to go for breakfast in a small town, but over the years the prices have skyrocketed. Also the server is rude and doesn't attend to all guests.

Love this little restaurant in Dunlap. It opens at 6am, Tuesday through Friday, 7 am on Saturdays…read moreand Sundays, (closed on Mondays). We usually arrive at 6:01am with already 2-3 of the regulars already here. Besides having excellent food and service, the local customers bring interesting and informative stories about their daily operations and experiences which I love listening to. I usually get bacon and eggs, but today opted for their steak skillet because I had seen a customer order it a couple of weeks ago and thought it looked really good. Guess what? It was really, really GOOD! Service is provided by Jennie. She's the epitome of a perfect restaurant employee. She remembers people's orders, greets everyone coming in, constantly walks around with a coffee pot refilling customers cups, and is a happy person. If you're in the area be sure to check this place out, but they're only open until 2pm, so plan on a breakfast or lunch. You won't be disappointed.

I feel like if you want general American breakfast food, this is a solid place to go with fair…read moreprices. I got a salad with beets and sweet potatoes, although they forgot the sweet potatoes and brought me some after I pointed it out. I don't think you need to go out of your way but they do have a bunch of breakfast items you could get and it's a diner vibeish.

My husband and I were looking for breakfast and found it at Childer's Eatery. This looks like your…read moretraditional cafe on the inside. I had the caramel apple churro waffle. The waffle was crispy and they used real fruit. My husband had the brioche French toast. The French toast was loaded with fresh strawberries, bananas, and pecans. We had a great dining experience here. Our server was nice and friendly. I highly recommend Childer's Eatery!

This is our must stop Peoria restaurant! Family friendly, cool vibes, great food and drinks and…read moreaffordable! Kiddie corner from Bradley's campus, this is a great place for families making a college visit to stop. I've been many, many times and on this latest Peoria trip stopped for both a breakfast and a dinner. We had great, quick service both times and delicious meals. I HIGHLY recommend the appetizer sampler platter, it is my favorite thing on the menu! A trio of great apps including a creamy spinach artichoke dip with warm bread, perfect pico de gallo with tortilla chips and fresh hummus with warm pita triangles. Perfect for sharing or just having as a meal honestly! We also love the Mac n cheese and burgers! For breakfast, I recommend the Belgium waffle- it is so good!! They have a variety of typical breakfast fare as well.

My first time here. The menu was comprehensive and featured so many visually tempting options that…read moreI finally just asked our waitress Quincy to suggest something. She recommended the Cuban Pulled Pork Sandwich. My sandwich was huge and contained a large portion of pulled pork meat. It was delicious and the homemade chipotle bbq mayo made it all the more satisfying with its rich smoky flavor! The Cuban-style black beans were right out of Miami! Very nicely prepared and included green peas, carrots, corn, and bell peppers, as well. My dining companion, for her part, ordered the Falafel platter, with a side order of gyro meat. The falafel (a dozen), were fresh, tasty, and just the right consistency. These were served with lettuce, onions, tomatoes, pita, and hummus. The side order of gyro meat featured a generous portion of decadently succulent lamb shavings and included two portions of homemade tzatziki sauce. Everything we ate was prepared to perfection and could easily compete with exceptional restaurants in Chicago! Yes, the food at One World is that good. As for the service, our waitress Quincy was friendly and professional. As for the ambiance and decor--we arrived ahead of the lunch crowd, so it was pretty quiet. The decor, however, is nicely done. The premises were clean and well maintained. Ditto the restrooms. The restaurant is actually huge. There are multiple dining areas and in the summer there is an outside patio behind the restaurant, as well. As for pricing and affordability--quality costs, and the food here is definitely a cut above. That being said, the owners have priced the entrees quite reasonably considering the generous portion-size and quality of the food. My overall opinion? If you want a dining experience worthy of comparison to the best Chicagoland has to offer, but don't want to make the long drive--or pay twice as much--then I highly recommend this little gem of a locally-owned restaurant in Peoria!

The food is great. The service is great. I look forward to their opening every year!!!read more

I was very much looking forward to taking my kid there. They completely forgot her food and when I…read morecalled back they acted as if I wasn't being honest. Ended up driving back with the food and was offered a gift card for half the amount that was spent. Will not return. Customer service wasn't very good

It's a hot Tuesday afternoon. We're on vacation in need of a cooling beverage. Silver Dollar was…read morethe nearest venue. So glad we stopped. The bar was clean and thankfully air conditioned. The beers were cheap and the cocktails strong. Thanks to "Crazy Mary" (who provided excellent service and was vey attentive) we received some valuable information on places to visit and local restaurants. She was fun to chat with and we're sorry we are just passing thru and cannot be regulars.

This place is average at best. A group of friends stopped in for breakfast. Food is adequate, but…read morenot great. The American fries had a texture and taste that resembled boiled potatoes more than fried. Floors were dirty and sticky. And it's time to recognize that it's 2023 and start accepting credit cards. I'm unlikely to return. One good point: I was able to get a decent bloody mary with breakfast.

Excellent food and great service! Food is always great and portions are always generous!read more

Schooners is a perfect little hole in the wall with a mighty fine kitchen!…read more There's no frills to be had; the menu, while hilarious, is pretty basic. They do have something called a "horseshoe" though and the Illinois classic pork tenderloin. Food is exactly as described and a lot of it is hand/scratch-made! Everything hit the table hot and ready for consumption all at once, after hardly a wait at all. My party was six people and we ordered two orders of wings, a tenderloin, a ham horseshoe, onion rings, corn fritters, and mozzarella sticks. Everything was delicious. The tenderloin was perfectly crisp and hilariously huge. The horseshoe was messy and silly, a fun novelty as well. Service was absolutely great and the vibe inside amongst the patrons is jovial. I'd definitely come back for a pint and a tenderloin!

This was my first time visiting and I definitely plan to come back. The service was exceptional,…read moreand the food was exceptional as well. Upon walking into the restaurant, the little landscaping was really cute to see. All the staff was very pleasant and happy throughout our visit. I ordered the mushroom salad, which was amazing and I will order next visit as well. I also ordered a half order of the rigatoni with sausage. It was explained to me almost like a biscuits and gravy rigatoni and that was on point. Thank you connected for an enjoyable meal and service.

I went to the host stand and inquired as to our table. I was told it was the best they could do,…read moreor we could sit on the patio out front. Did I mention it was over 90 that day?? Our servers were slow to the table. Introduced themselves saying the gent would be the main server and the lady would be helping. SHE did all the work. Never saw him again. We could hardly hear each other talk. We were practically yelling. Dinks finally arrived. Later I ordered another glass of wine which never arrived. When I asked about it, I was told we were lucky to get the first round due to how busy they were. I was shocked at the response. The food was unusually average. Two of the dishes contained lobster. One was overcooked, the other lacked flavor. Yes, there were large parties in the house that night, but that is their business to manage NOT an excuse. If they want to cater solely to large groups, then DON'T take my reservation. There is growing competition for places to go for a nice night out, I'll be sure this place is lower on my list going forward. I felt very disrespected. Not a feeling I've ever gotten from this place.