McAlister&#x27;s Deli

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.

Very good spot in Peoria!!! The menu here is expansive and there is something for everyone. They…read morealso have a huge selection of lattes and drinks. I got the thai chicken pizza and it was SO good. The hot honey was a little sweeter than I expected, however the jalepeno balanced it well. The hummus also was hands down one of the best I have ever had. Still thinking about it. The only reason I didn't give this place 5 stars was the service. Everything was fine until it came to pay. I don't know if our server disappeared or something but we waited 30-45 minutes to get our check which was semi-frustrating. Anyways, 10/10 food. Very unique. Very different. I recommend!!!

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Corelife Eatery

3.9(83 reviews)

1.2 mi

The manager and staff are fantastic people here. They work hard and fast so you can get your food…read moreand go in a timely manner. The food is always consistently yummy and one of the best healthy options in Peoria. Fantastic spot for regular visits and even better for big party orders!

Been while but love their bowls! The Thai chicken and noodle bowl with chipotle broth did not…read moredisappoint! Would order again!

Steak, bacon and bleu cheese green bowl at CoreLife Eatery

Hand crafted beverages at CoreLife Eatery

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Southwest grilled chicken and wild rice blend grain bowl at CoreLife Eatery

The 520 Cafe

4.6(31 reviews)

6.4 mi

Wow! What a hidden gem. Well off the beaten path, so be sure to use your driving app. The menu…read moreis huge and everyone in my party had lunch, but I would like to go back for breakfast when I am able to. I had the grilled chicken sandwich with fresh fruit. . The chicken came as ordered, plain, with a side of honey mustard. The fruit was also very fresh! Everything was very tasty! My friends ordered the tenderloin and unfortunately I can't remember my other friend's order. They did say the enjoyed the food and too home the extras to finish. I thought my server was wonderful. I am currently on a low salt diet and she did her best to accommodate my needs. After she found out the tenderloin only came breaded she checked to make sure that would be okay, which it wasn't, but helped me order something else. She also didn't charge me extra for the fruit since I was unable to have a side. The cafe was very busy, but not too noisy, except for maybe one person who was seated across from us. I cannot wait to return, I had an exceptional meal.

Updating my review from a few weeks ago. We live about 4…read morehours away and have family that lives in the area that we like to visit. This place 520 has become our family breakfast on Saturday mornings when we visit. The place is always busy. Sometimes we gotta wait on a table but they usually move pretty quick. On thus trip I talked to the owner as I was paying and told him how good everything was and how far we drove and had to drive home. Oscar is his name and is a great guy. As I was paying he fiddled with the register and as he gave me my change he slipped me a gift card. I was kinda taken back a little and we talked a little more then I went back to the table to finish our coffee to get ready to leave. I got to say the staff here is spot on. Never did we want for anything. The food was great and coffee was delicious. So we pack up the kids and go out to the cars to transfer bags and luggage when I turn around and here comes Oscar the owner. Evidently I dropped the card he had given me. He came right out and we talked a little more to the point I feel we made new friends with each other. I totally recommend eating here. You won't be disappointed. Bring your kids and family and enjoy a great home style breakfast. It's great!

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The Queen of Squash

4.6(74 reviews)

0.2 mi

Finally stopped in for dinner tonight with my wife and son. It was my birthday so I got to choose…read morewhere we went. I was a little nervous hoping my 17yo picky non celiac son would find something he would like in a gf restaurant. I worried for nothing! He and I ordered the smash burgers and they were exceptional. He didn't even mind the "special sauce" which is amazing because the only thing he usually puts on a burger is salt. The warm chips were great as well. The wife got a "p-dizzle" flat bread. It was SO good. I almost forgot that we ordered cheese bites for an appetizer. They were served with a pineapple medley and a hummus dip. Holy cow were they fantastic! Their menu is quite large and we can't wait to go back. I was also impressed with the prices. Gf food is quite expensive and this place does a nice job offering delicious gf food at a very reasonable price! The service was a tad slow but I think they were short handed so that's totally understandable. All of the staff were extremely nice. And finally, the ambiance. The restaurant is bright and open and well decorated. The seats are very comfortable. Overall very pleased with everything. Just kicking myself for waiting so long to try The Queen of Squash out!

couldn't of been more excited to try this place. that wore off quickly once we arrived…read more we went through the cumbersome process of making a reservation, signing up for the app, selecting a time/room and confirming we were coming all to arrive and have someone shout from the bar and say, "just sit wherever you want". lol...glad we went through all that. there were only two tables on a Saturday night so there was no trouble getting a table. server "greeted" us...i'm just going to say it was probably the most uninterested and rude waitress i've ever had. rushed us through the meal and did everything in her power other than roll her eyes to make us feel as unwelcome as possible. but....the food was REALLY good. we are both vegan and love trying restaurants like this. had all the makings of being an amazing place. you can tell the menu was created by someone with some real passion. inside the restaurant was beautiful and as i said, the food was amazing! but that only goes so far when service basically doesn't want you there. so props to kitchen and unfortunately that is where it ends. couldn't in good conscience ever return or suggest to anyone. owner needs to realize, despite having an amazing concept and BOH, the front staff can make or break a customers experience. best of luck in the future, TQoS!

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Weaver’s Fresh Food and Drink

3.9(77 reviews)

2.9 mi

Meeting an old friend for lunch in Peoria, and Weaver's seemed like a decent option. It was more…read more At lunchtime on Monday, the place was busy, but we were still seated immediately. We ended up staying there talking for a couple of hours to catch up, and the staff was friendly and accommodating. While there are lots of great options on the menu, both of us chose the BPT - Breaded Pork Tenderloin. I've eaten a lot of breaded pork tenderloins in my time, but none like this one. The usual approach is super thin and huge, making the bun look tiny. While this one wasn't much larger than the bun, it was at least an inch thick, so it was more like eating a fried pork chop sandwich, but with the meat tenderized. The meat was well-seasoned and very flavorful, and the crust was extra-crispy and crunchy. The Honey-Lime sauce (one of three sauces brought to each table along with Ranch and Tyler's Sauce) is delicious and worked great with the pork. Fries were good, as was the cole slaw (which had a nice kick from some very freshly-ground black pepper). And I'm always happy when a place has Guinness on tap.

We were visiting from out of town and wanted to try a local place and had heard great things about…read moreWeaver's. From the get go the atmosphere was great, there was a short queue (but it was a Friday night, so it's to be expected), but we were quickly shown to our table. Our server was Connor, who was great from the start and was very flexible with our large group who had a few dietary preferences/requirements. One of our favorite things about the menu is the focus on utilizing local businesses and serving their products. As most locals know Bill's Lemon Shake Ups are a staple in the region so when I saw that on the menu I had to go for that, and with multiple flavor choices I was excited to try. I ended up settling for the tenderloin sandwich, but I was certainly interested to try a lot of the menu. The amount of pork was HUGE and it was flavorful and paired with the honey lime sauce it was a 10/10! The bun alone was phenomenal, and I couldn't recommend this meal enough if you are a schnitzel or tenderloin fan! That sauce is definitely a star of the show, paired with the sweet heat seasoning available at the table next to the S&P the meal was the perfect combination of sweet, spice and tasty! Everyone else enjoyed their meals as well and there was little left by the end. The nachos were customized to account for a dietary preference so this is not the standard, however they were delicious and a huge portion. The pizza was thin crust and was excellent too, so no notes across the board. Thanks once again to Connor for accommodating us and being so patient with our party. You can also purchase any of the three major sauces that they have in house, so I proceeded to buy the honey lime which we'll be enjoying for the next few weeks, if it makes it that long!

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Thyme Kitchen and Craft Beer

4.0(510 reviews)

4.3 mi

What a find! Was in town on business and found this online. We started with Brussels sprouts which…read morewere fried leaves and absolutely delicious! My husband had the meatloaf and it was decedent. I went in the opposite direction and had the Vegan risotto, wow!! The chef is really chefing. The beet vinaigrette was out of this world!

Had the meatloaf sandwich recently with tater tots. I really wish parents would stop telling their…read morekids that they should be cooks one day. The tots were decent. The meatloaf was terrible. I'm still trying to figure out how you burn the outside while having the inside be mush. While the size is big, the bread was not the right choice to hold the meat, swipe of mashed potatoes, I assume it was supposed to be fried onion strings & the glob of bbq sauce. I really love a good meatloaf but this is one of those that leaves you regretting your life choices. Damn.

Interior

Smoked Meatloaf sandwich

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EatandEvolve

4.4(41 reviews)

1.3 mi

A Vegan Gem That Overdelivers…read more As someone who has tried just about every plant based spot around, I have to say Eat and Evolve completely exceeded expectations. Every dish I ordered was outstanding. The Green Goddess Crepe was light yet satisfying and full of fresh vibrant flavor. The Spiced Tofu Bowl had the perfect balance of spice and texture, while the Orange Teriyaki Tofu was beautifully sauced, tangy, and full of depth. Even the Vegetarian Chili was hearty and comforting without feeling heavy. The portion sizes were impressive, especially for food that is this clean and balanced. The service was also wonderful. They made a substitution for me with no hesitation, which shows how much they care about their guests. Eat and Evolve proves that vegan food can be indulgent, energizing, and truly crave worthy. Whether you are fully plant based or just curious, this place deserves a spot on your must try list. I will absolutely be back, and probably ordering again on DoorDash before then.

Healthy options, supports a worthy cause, fantastic friendly service, charming restaurant.read more

Southwest Chicken Bowl

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Jerusalem Restaurant

4.8(319 reviews)

3.1 mi

A tear nearly came out when I brought that chicken into my mouth. It's just so good…read more Good service. The seating and tables were sparkling clean. Plus, the food took like three minutes to come out.

All the 5 star reviews are right! Amazing food, terrific service, great staff. Traditional falafel…read moreis a slam dunk.

Falafel, rice, hummus and salad.

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Combination Platter

DB2 Pizza & More

1.0(2 reviews)

1.8 mi

Pizza was fine I guess. Did not get all my requested requested. Ordered crispy and it was barely…read morecooked. I also ordered mozzarella sticks, they were cold and barely cooked. I would definitely not recommend this place if looking for a good pizza. Unfortunately, Davis Brothers used to be my favorite and a staple in the Peoria area. Not anymore...

This place feels like a last resort, maybe okay if you're not sober and just need something to soak…read moreup the night. The food is low quality, more like slop than pizza, and the buffet and salad options don't help much. Staff seem indifferent and uninterested in whether customers enjoy their meals. Definitely not a spot for anyone expecting decent service or fresh food.

Med deluxe pizza from DB2 on sterling in Peoria. I think Joseph helped me. Pizza is great!!!

Tenderloin Combo - Just $14.99! Craving something crispy, golden, and downright delicious?

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Childers Eatery

3.8(146 reviews)

1.3 mi

Love your restaurants, your staff is incredible at all locations, and the food is to die for…read more.. We're in Peoria usually every week and one of our first stops is always Childers (I have to have my shrimp and grits). this week we stopped at Grand Prairie, ordered my usual, and the waitress informed me that you changed the recipe and are not adding andouille sausage to the shrimp and grits anymore, but substituted it with bacon?! for the life of me I can't figure out why you would mess with success, yes, the bacon was a nice touch, but that should be in there anyway in addition to the andouille sausage. And don't get me started on you removing chorizo biscuits, and gravy off the menu lol. OK, thanks for letting me vent, maybe you could reconsider and bring back the favorites again.

Eggs fried medium were very good. The bacon was very small and broken apart. I don't even know how…read moremany pieces there were because it was all broken into pieces. Wheat toast was just ok. Probably just cheap grocery store bread. Hashed browns were terrible. Cold and absolutely no flavor. Too bad. I used to really like Childers.

Front of the restaurant

Steak & egg frittata

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Uncooked and a little raw. I didn't (couldn't) eat.

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great sandwiches, panini's and huge baked potatoes. Great for lunch.

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