Schooners

Perfect bar for a Friday night! Bartender was great, low key/chill atmosphere was exactly what we…read morewere looking for.

My favorite bar in town! Phil is a great bartender, letting you know you're heard even when he's…read morebusy

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New outdoor seating, pet friendly beer garden.

The Neon Bison

3.1(12 reviews)

Chicken strips and fries were good. Service was quick. Music over the speakers was a little loud.read more

Had a grilled cheese and bacon sammy with french fries. French fries are hand cut and excellent. I…read morehad a drink I didn't care for and they subbed it out. Service was OK but not spectacular. Food was same. Was a country hunting lodge ambiance. Meh.

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Diesel

3.2(21 reviews)

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Diesel is a clothing store, nice and suits, but you can't consume them in your stomachread more

Front door people didn't acknowledge me. It takes nothing to stop your personal conversation and…read moregreet someone. Back room bartender was pretty nice and fairly attentive. Bar back came and wiped the table and cleaned up the empties often. Atmosphere was good. I'd probably go back.

Club Diesel - "Cancer is a Drag" - July 14, 2017

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Club Diesel - Peoria - July 14, 2017

Craft 309 Kitchen + Bar

3.0(45 reviews)

We stopped in here before grabbing some drinks downtown, I will say I didn't realize this was a…read morehotel restaurant but honestly it didn't matter, this food was great! The restaurant was empty when we showed up so we were immediately sat and helped by our waitress Grace! She was so friendly and attentive which made our experience so nice: The food was your typical bar food, well priced and really good! Nothing next level but I was really happy with it. Unfortunately the only thing that fell short for me was the drink, they were all pretty much too strong to enjoy, and very acidic. But other than that it was amazing!

We're visiting for a tournament and this bar is next to our hotel. It's a good and clean looking…read moresports bar and was a great spot to watch game 2 of the western conference finals for the nba. Although they were understaffed at the time (2 serving, one of which was the bartender, no host either), they were honest from the start that they would do their best, and the staff were still awesome! Our host/server, Kate was great! She checked in with us as best as she could, very apologetic about the situation, but never lost her energy and still great attitude towards her job, cheers to you and your team! In terms of the food - was very worth the wait. I haven't had fish and chips in a while, from most restaurants, and this was their Friday special. So happy I got it! The grilled lemon was a great add to freshen up the dish, the seafood was moist under the batter and just melts in your mouth. Also, that tartar sauce? Really good! It wasn't too sour/tangy. It complimented the fish with lemon juice taste. Fries were crisp too! Also, beer prices were good, note a crazy price hike. Thanks for a great service y'all! Keep up the great work!

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Kenny's Westside Pub

4.1(141 reviews)

2.8 mi

Great local pub with excellent food and atmosphere!!!!!!…read more Kenny's Westside Pub offers everything you want from a neighborhood favorite. The food was fresh, well-cooked, and full of flavor, with portions that felt generous and satisfying. Each item we tried was done right and clearly prepared with care. The atmosphere is lively yet comfortable, making it a perfect spot to relax, watch a game, or catch up with friends. Service was friendly, attentive, and added to the welcoming vibe. Overall, Kenny's Westside Pub delivers consistency, quality, and a great local feel. A well-earned five-star spot that's easy to enjoy and recommend.

Goo spot for American pub style food. Very friendly staff and good beer selection. The Reuben was…read morefantastic!

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Instruments on the wall add to the feel of this bar.

Matilda’s Cocktail Lounge

4.8(11 reviews)

3.3 mi

Great place to hang with friends ,talk quietly with that one friend ,Great photo opp place.read more

Super cute little place. Chill vibe. Loved the retro theme and games. Gave "Foreman's basement"…read morevibes.

Bar area

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Nightjar Artisan Ales & Inspired Spirits

4.9(8 reviews)

3.3 mi

Great cocktails! If you are looking for something different with a relaxed vibe this is your…read moreplace. I enjoyed the Thyme to Shine and Ten to One. I loved the sip with the smell of thyme and rosemary. It takes the drink to a new level. Go for the drinks!

Absolutely amazing atmosphere, perfect for a cozy date night with amazing food! The chef puts so…read moremuch thought into presentation and layered flavoring! The bar staff are very knowledgeable about all cocktails and the flavor profile that will best fit your tastebuds! I cannot recommend Nightjar enough!

Street Corn Toasty

Princess and the Pisco

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Brown Butter Manhattan

Hoop's Pizza & Pub

3.7(110 reviews)

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Add this place to my collection of 1 star reviews…read more Rude service No cleanliness, hygiene issues Drunk customers in their patrons faces Electrical violations So so pizza

Second time here since I stay across the street at a hotel…read more Accurate order. The food is decent. I like the pizza and salads. I've had a calzone in the past. It is a small place but there are always customers at tables. Cooks working hard. It is a consistent solid pizza place

Garlic Cheese Sticks.

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8 Bit Arcade Bar

3.6(39 reviews)

3.3 mi

Ok place. They have a large beer selection. Games are free to play with purchase, but it seemed…read morelike some of the buttons of the games I played were off. Something fun to do for a little bit. It does get cramped in there.

Review Visit: July 24th, 2016…read more Beer, arcade games and friends. My kind of place. Growing up, I got involved in playing video games thanks to my father and friends. Everything from Atari to Sega Genesis to Super Nintendo to Gameboy; everything in-between and everything after. Once I was legally allowed to enjoy adult beverages, I grew to enjoy beer a few years later. Shortly after, 8 Bit opened up. Having a lifelong love for video games and a recently acquired taste for beer, I gathered a few of my nerdy friends up and headed that way. 8 Bit is a pretty unique place. It's a bar that is also an arcade. It looks like a normal business situated at the end of a building but inside is a different story. Upon walking, you get the feeling you are in a house. You have some stairs that lead up to... somewhere. Off to the right of the entrance is the smallish bar. Between the bar tables and the machines, it can get pretty packed with just a handful of people. As you deviate from the bar, you'll find yourself in a hallway that has one machine at the end on the left, that is tucked under the stairs. Next to that is a room that full of 6-8 games (it could vary, I am not sure). Going back in to the hallway, you'll find the next room down on the left. That room is L-shaped and has maybe 12 games in it. At the end of the hallway, are the bathrooms. All the games are free to play as long as you are ordering drinks and spending money. Instead of loading your pockets full of quarters, you just have to load your belly up with beer. A fair trade off in my opinion. The beercade has a nice beergarden to enjoy. On my first visit here, my friends and I ordered a few drinks and headed outside to play some Pokemon Go. After polishing off my beer, I noticed there was a window in which you could order beer from the bar through. That is exactly what I did. I ordered another beer through the window. I thought that was pretty cool. While we were there playing Pokemon Go, another group of people came in and was playing Pokemon Go. We noticed they were playing as we kept battling for the Gym that was located nearby. At one point, that group sent someone out to spy on us as we battled for the gym. After noticing the other group was taking this too serious, we decided to close the app, head inside and play the arcade games. The selection of arcade games is about your standard fare. There are your usual games but they also had a few games I've never seen before. We played games for a bit longer before heading out. Now, this wasn't my only time I have come here. Ever since this visit, I have been back a few times with various other friends. Each visit has been unique. The first time I went, they offered food. The subsequent visits had no food options due to law changes. The last time I went was in late 2019 and they had this sweet system set up at the bar. It was operated with some aftermarket SNES controller and had almost every retro game available. My friend Nate and I spent more time browsing the catalog than gaming. It was such a sweet system and I wish I had it at home. 8 Bit has expanded to a second location in Bloomington, IL. I have yet to check it out but it is on my short list of places to visit. I feel like it's my duty as a gamer to check out not just the 2nd location but all beercades across the world. If you have the chance to check one out, you don't even need to be a gamer to enjoy these kinds of places.

Out of Order

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Martini's On Water Street

3.3(74 reviews)

3.0 mi

I visited this really cute martini place along the river while on a work trip. Neat decor with a…read morevintage wooden Bavarian-style bar (I think), an amazing martini selection, and inexpensive drink specials. Not so loud that you can't talk with friends, either. I hope to come back here again sometime. Recommended!

Great environment for a drink after work. Or for work from there. Great service with a welcoming…read morestaff.