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 !

Due to poor planning on my part, I needed to pick up food for an event I was a part of and nothing…read morewas really open at 5 am so I drove to Pekin for doughnut. Awesome experience. The woman behind the counter was really helpful. Everything was incredible and everyone loved them. Some of these were so massive that I genuinely over ordered, but we started handing them out at the end of the day. Would go back if I lived in the area.

The prices are way too high. $3.25 for a cinnamon roll? Almost $2 for a plain glazed doughnut? This…read moreplace has really strayed from what made them great. Save your money you'll be better in the long run for it

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.

The Baskin Robbins in here deserves a 4-5 star rating. Unfortunately, the Dunkin' part brought the…read morerating done. Baskin Robbins had a nice variety of ice cream and good assortment of cakes. The employee who took care of us was very friendly, and quick with the shakes and the scoops. Once we got to the Dunkin' area, the stock was quite depleted. The employee was very friendly though but informed us that most of the doughnuts were out of stock. Now, it was the evening time but still it was a depressing amount. It was basically the leftover types no one wanted. Would definitely stop be here again for ice cream.

I ordered online. When I arrived, they didn't have the correct syrup to make the drink I ordered…read more Staff was rude and I asked how I get refunded and they told me I would have to figure that out online. I tried to virtual chat about it and that has not been available at any time of day that I've attempted. So I emailed 2 -3 times. Then I was told they rewarded me with 600 points, however that is not reflected in my app. I responded to the customer service email stating I would like to be refunded and I won't be back due to the service. I've got no response and no refund.

I have never been to Regulator Roasting but I have had a packet of their Herbal Rooibos Tea and it…read moreis amazing!!! I'll be over today, from Peoria, to get more!!

Caffeine is not a good way to regulate your heart rate…read more Having driven by Regulator Roasting Company a million times since they opened, it was only natural for them to expand over to the other side of the building when the space came open. I'm not sure the exact date of them serving coffee to the public (that wasn't just beans in a bag) but I knew I would have to try it out sooner rather than later and that day finally came. Maria and I rolled in at around 10am and were greeted by the owner, who was extremely friendly and even more extremely knowledgeable about coffee and all the nuances of it. I'll admit that I know nothing about coffee except that I like drinking it. So, it was cool to hear Maria and the owner talk about espressos and various other aspects to drinks that I never think about. Anywho, I ordered an Americano and the owner asked how strong I wanted it. I told him to surprise me. Maria ordered a macchiato and ended up getting some espresso on the side to boost it up as she was feeling pretty tired. I picked up the tab for us and just for our two drinks, it was only $7 and change. Our drinks were $3 a piece and with her flavoring, that was only $0.50. I haven't seen prices this cheap since maybe around the time I started visiting coffeehouses. Granted the cup was maybe only 12-15 ounces and there seems to be the one size... it's still a heck of a deal. The interior was open and sparse. It could accommodate maybe 7-10 people before it felt crowded. But with the limited parking space that's shared a bit with the neighboring building, that's probably for the best. There wasn't too much foot traffic despite the incredible weather but I think that'll change once the warm weather kicks in for the season. At the time of my visit, the roast master admitted that he is still tweaking his drinks so if you make multiple trips, you may find your drink of choice has changed subtly here and there. Not that someone like me would notice the nuances! If you need a cheap caffeine hit and want to avoid the big names in coffee, give Regulator's a shot. I hope this one does gangbusters as East Peoria is severely lacking a hometown coffee place.

It's just an ok location! There is no happy hour at this location!!!!!! I repeat no happy hour from…read more2-4 pm at this location! I prefer the location in north Normal, Illinois! I ordered a Carmel craze medium latte and with the app it was 3 dollars instead of 5.49! Make sure you order or pay with the app for the special offers! The latte was really sweet but it was good!! Love a good ice cold Dunkin coffee on a hot day!! This location also offers baskin robbins ice cream!

The staff is friendly as can be and they have more options for people who are diabetic the reason I…read moreuse Dunkin over Starbucks is because last time I knew Starbucks doesn't support discounts for those who deserve it definitely will be back they also are good at making sure I find the right drinks and they don't give me trouble for having to make them a certain way

The doughnuts were fantastic the server was really sweet and the coffee was perfect the place was…read morereally clean and it was just nice keeep it up guys !

I've had several bad experiences at this Dunkin. It 50/50 on if my drink is ever right, but today…read morewas the icing on the cake. Today I went through drive thru and paid on my phone. The cashier scanned my phone, gave me my drinks, and told me to have a nice day. Then I get a frantic phone call from my husband, the cops are at the door looking for me, instead of telling me my payment didn't go through, they called the cops and told them I drove off without paying. Fair to say I will definitely not be back and always get your receipt!

It may take you a few times repeating your order in the drive-thru lane, but orders come out nearly…read moreperfect every time. You say extra skim milk in your coffee, they give it to ya and then some. I always stop here at least once every time I come to town for the not-so-terrible-for-you breakfast wake-up wraps and the current summer promotion for any size iced coffee for 99¢ from 3-6pm. Of course, when I want *amazing* coffee, I go to 3030, but when I want convenient coffee and a quick bite, DD here is just fine. And the lady who works the drive-thru window in the mornings always recognizes me thanks to my sunshiney yellow-ass car.

This location does not appreciate nurses for nurses day unlike other locations. This dunkin is…read morelocated next to the two biggest hospitals in Peoria and does not care to celebrate their nurses. I proceeded to still buy a hot coffee and it was colder than room temp. Very disappointed

The middle Eastern lady working here is truly awful. Rude, combative, argumentative, yells,…read moreeverything is a power struggle. They never do wrong, even when they do. If she makes the drink wrong? Nope, we ordered it wrong. Food not correct? Yes it is!! (Even though it's not!!). Stale donut? Oh well, sucks to be me! Avoid this place at all costs.

Good donuts and they're nice. But I wish my chocolate donuts with sprinkles had more sprinkles :(…read more8/10!