I recently booked a work dinner reservation for 15 and the hostess was easy and pleasant to talk to. The reviews from the guests were that the dinner and service was perfect! Being a waitress in my 20's, I know how a big party can be a struggle. The reason I picked Thyme was due to some dietary restrictions. Thyme serves all. I recommend Thyme for business meeting lunches and dinners. Make a reservation ahead of time so they can accommodate your needs. Love to see old buildings brought back to life, Thyme, in the old Sealtest building, sits in the warehouse district of downtown Peoria. The eclectic atmosphere is inviting. The food is traditional yet exotic, yet farm to table, yet mysterious! We eat with our eyes, then smell, then taste. Good job Thyme! read more

This was our second time here. The first visit went off without a hitch, food was good and service equally good. Second time coming back we brought the in-laws from our home town in Arizona. Keep in mind we are new here and excited to embrace this new city and all its food places just like this. It was a Tuesday night and they were busy, not so busy that we had to wait for a table, we got right in. The blond girl that was to be our server came to take our drink order. I was on the fence for a few items so I asked the server, "When the cooks in this place get a moment to themselves to enjoy a dish, which is it they usually get?" She assured me without a doubt it was not the burger I was comparing but the duck reuben. Being a fan of both duck and Reuben's I was like, " oh hell yeah, sign me up". So I replied I'll have the Reuben, mom got meatloaf, dad got the burger, wife got the poke bowl. We had a few drinks enjoyed each other's company and then our appetizers came, the cheese curds!! Holy smokes these were legit the star of the evening! If you go I recommend these! Our food came out after and we began to eat. This is the point it went south! The server all but vanished. Usually you can't get a bite in before your asked how is it? Well we needed silverware, napkins, salt and pepper, basic accoutrements. Nobody came. My Reuben..... BORING!! This was the smallest plate of food I've ever seen. The duck was overcooked and dry, there was not a good ratio of slaw to dressing to duck and it was lacked all the way around. I was hoping to ask for some more dressing to bring some life to it but the server never came. Mom wanted salt and pepper for her meatloaf, but the server never came. Finally I was able to get S&P from a busser! The poke bowl was kinda a joke as well, huge bowl of rice and peas and about 3 or 4 small bits of tuna. It was good but not balanced and completely underwhelming. Folks are boomers so yeah considering mom needed to help meatloaf says a lot. But still no server! Finally she came back with the bill. At which point I had to mention that this was by far the WORST Reuben I have EVER had!! She giggled. I said SERIOUSLY, that was wack AF, and you never came back to check on us so I couldn't even attempt a save by dousing it in dressing! She ignored that and disappeared, yup the shitty Reuben was still there on the bull and nobody cared! Moral of the story, you're gonna gamble here. I would love to try again but when you can get a Reuben at One World that blows it out of the water EVERYTIME for a fraction of the price I would second guess giving your money to this business. Bummer, I love the building, I love the ice cream factory throw back! And the ambience is super nice! Service and portioning need a lot more investigation. Hey owner this is your queue!! Make a positive change here. read more

Thyme Kitchen and Craft Beer - This is supposed to be a Rueben! - Gastropubs Near Me - Peoria, Illinois

We stopped in on a Friday afternoon while traveling through the area. We sat outside. It wasn't super comfortable but it was fine. The inside was interesting with lots of dead animals hung on the walls (not my jam). The wait staff were all friendly and helpful and made some good suggestions as this was our first time here. I had the meatloaf sandwich. It was fantastic. I got tots for the side and used the spicy ketchup...SOOOO good! I would recommend putting that stuff on everything. One of the other folks got the pasta in a jar. It was also very good. Decent selection of beer; wish they offered the beer in multiple sizes (especially like a 4 or 6 oz size) so I could taste a few different options. I'd definitely go back if I was in the area. read more

Located in downtown Peoria,this place is not real easy to find due to poor signage in my opinion. We stopped in for a late lunch on a Monday and we were just about the only ones in the restaurant. The hostess seated us at a dirty table so our server noticed and had us switch tables. They have an extension Bourbon list so I started with an Old Fashion. They make theirs with Old Forester bourbon which is not my favorite. I should have asked for something different. My wife was pleased they had a nice Gluten Free menu so she ordered the Bison burger with side salad. I ordered their Smoked Meatloaf sandwich. Our meals were brought out by the chef and he noticed he put croutons on my wife's salad which is a big no-no. He also brought her a turkey sandwich? The server admitted it was her mistake so while I ate my sandwich,my wife waited about 10 minutes for her meal . My sandwich consisted of smoked meatloaf on a hoagie roll topped with mashed potatoes,crispy onions and smokey tomato sauce. It was very tasty but I did not really see or tasted mashed potatoes. When my wife received her Bison burger there was blood from the meat on the plate .not very appetizing! She said the burger tho was very good and cooked medium well. Thyme Kitchen offers a variety of unique food items as well as an extensive bar menu but they just need to get their act together. read more

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Stopped in for lunch while driving through Peoria on a road trip. Sad that we were only one of two tables at noon on a Thursday. The decor and wide open tall warehouse space were great and I would love to be there on a busy night when the joint is poppin'. I had the fried chicken sandwich (good size with ample toppings) and tots, my hubby had the wings (tender, good size with a good rub and tasty bbq sauce). read more

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A great space to enjoy a meal with family or friends. We stopped in after a church service to grab brunch. The staff was kind and they had a variety of food options. read more

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What a gem we have here in Peoria with Thyme Kitchen. I've eaten here several times, and wanted to discuss my most recent visit. I recommended Thyme for a business meeting dinner and it was a hit with all of my colleagues. From the time we entered, my colleagues were impressed with the big wall of whisky and the interesting decor. Everyone was impressed with everything about our meal. The beer menu was a big hit, as were the appetizers. I ordered the Chicken Fried Chicken and it was amazing. Crispy and delicious. One of the best fried chicken meals I've had in ages. Our waitress was really impressive. She was attentive without being invasive. I can't recommend Thyme more. read more

We chose this hard to locate (small signage) restaurant in Peoria while on our route from St Louis to the Chicago burbs to have a gluten free lunch. It was almost 3pm by the time we arrived. There was one couple eating at the bar but the restaurant was otherwise empty. The hostess was rude and sat us at a dirty table. To her credit, the bartender/waitress came right over and apologized and moved us to a clean table. I explained to her that we chose the restaurant for the gluten friendly menu and she took our order. The chef brought out our food and quickly apologized that he put croutons on my salad but the turkey sandwich wasn't what I ordered either. They said it would be a ten minute wait for my medium well bison burger. While I waited the server brought out my side salad which was smart of her. At least my husband didn't have to eat alone. The manager came by to ask how everything was and we didn't complain because mistakes happen. The bison burger came out well done so I can't explain why there was blood on the plate but that was gross. The actual flavor of the bison burger was delicious and enhanced by the blueberry sauce which I thought complimented the taste very well. Moral of the story is don't arrive between lunch and dinner time when the hostess is snoozing and the chef is too? Thank you for the smart bartender who saved the meal altogether! read more

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My husband and I just happened to be in the area and decided to have lunch here a couple weeks ago. I'm a little behind on posting my pictures but the review is still going to be great. Upon walking in we were seated right away, there were quite a few people there but there was still plenty of tables available for a Sunday afternoon. When the waitress seated does she also brought us a large glass bottle of water and two glasses. As you look around the restaurant you notice that there is a loft with more tables and chairs where people are enjoying their lunch. We got the perfect little table, caddy corner right in the corner of the room. It almost felt as if we were the only ones there. We were greeted right away by a waitress and somebody that she was training, both ladies were very sweet. We told her that it was our first time there and she suggested we try and appetizer so we tried the Wisconsin cheese curds, they were beer battered, had white cheddar on the inside, and was served with ranch. They were great! We love going to places and trying different cheese curds and giving it a rating. These are fantastic I would come back just to have them again. For our main entree we both got the fried chicken sandwich. This came with pimento spread, fried onion, chipotle BBQ aioli, pickles, lettuce, tomato, and a potato bun. It seemed a little bit pricey to order this for $17 but I mean, it really seems like the going rate now when you do go out to eat. Overall great place to eat, I wish I had tried it sooner! read more

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This is a cool place to stop in for lunch. Huge bourbon wall with some unique and tasty mixed drinks. We had the shrimp and grits and the meatloaf. Kids had fish and chips and a burger. Everything was good except my grits could have been creamier and the Brussels sprouts weren't crisp like I like and they were cold by the time they got to the table. But everyone else enjoyed their food. We got the flourless chocolate cake for dessert and it was super yummy. The server was super sweet and helpful and fast! We also got the cheese balls for an app and they were very unique and tasty...almost like a bread cube wrapped around cheese and fried? Not sure exactly but they were good. Bathrooms were nice and clean. We would go back again. read more

Had a wonderful meal Sunday at Thyme. Great atmosphere and service. We will be back next time we are on town.

A group of colleagues and I came here on a Tuesday evening after work. The staff was very polite, welcoming, and were able to seat our party of 6 very quickly. We ordered several appetizers including the cheese curds, calamari, crostinis, and feta dip. Everything was great and came out fast. Our entrees were excellent as well. Would recommend and would come back! read more

First time here.. and was greeted at host desk. We did not know we needed a reservation.. so we had to sit at a outside table, that was on the sidewalk area. I guess the rest of the empy tables inside was reserved for reservatios.. It was okay because it was a nice night outside. Our waitress was very nice. The food was good. I would definitely get a reservation if u plan on coming here. read more

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Older style decor but done well. Food was good - service was ok but barely passable. Food was good. read more

Really cool little spot. Recently attended for a late lunch with a few colleagues, and I have to say we were really impressed. We ordered two appetizers, the smoked wings and the crab cakes. The crab cakes were very good, maybe a little on the thin side, so crispy rather than delicate, but nice nonetheless, full of flavor. The smoked wings were just delicious. Smoky, crispy, a little bit of delicate heat from the dry rub. I don't love dry rubbed wings as a rule, but these were top notch, and I think a sauce might have killed their flavor. For lunch, I had the bison burger with tater tots. I don't think you can go wrong with it. If you've never had bison, it's leaner than beef, but full of flavor. Really good! One of my other colleagues had the meatloaf sandwich. After seeing it, I was jealous. It was MASSIVE! He said it's one of the best meatloafs he's ever had! The inside is kinda cool, lots of reclaimed wood and old, bare brick walls. Their craft beer list was great, and though I didn't have any on this trip, their whiskey menu is amazing! Check it out next time you are in downtown Peoria! read more

Great food. Difficult to place an online order. Would definitely recommend. Of note, they have different menus on the weekend, so probably need to streamline the online order process read more

Quick overview: great appetizers (recommend cheese curds, calamari, and wings), slow but friendly service, and great seating both outdoor and indoor. I don't drink so I can only rate the food. I got the Marsala chicken plate and it was a solid 8/10. The chicken was well cooked and juicy but a little overly salted, the mash potatoes was alright, and the corn was my favorite on that dish. I also tried the calamari appetizer which was 10/10 for me, and I don't even like calamari that much. Tried a wing from a friend and it was pretty good and smoky, and I also tried the cheese curds... amazing! Service was nice but slow, so I wouldn't come here in a hurry for food or drinks. Overall, nice place, great outdoor and indoor seating, and plenty of good appetizers. read more

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The food and atmosphere were amazing! Lots of gluten free options too. Our party of 6 arrived around 4:30 and were seated quickly.

We came from Chicago to visit from a convention and saw somewhat good reviews about this place so we decided to try since it was close to our hotel. Food was overall disappointing and they fry the food in the same oil! Wouldn't be surprised if they don't clean it on a regular basis! Ex). We ordered cheese curds, and it tasted and smell like fish... the bison burger had no flavor/seasoning. Left the place with an upset stomach, please don't be fool by the reviews like I did! Also, the price $$$ doesn't justify the quality of food at all! read more

We stopped here for a flight delay after reading reviews. And this is why yelp reviews are the best! This place was so cool. It was even fully decorated out in Christmas theme for us on Jan 2nd. read more

absolutely an amazing experience. service,staff,food , old fashioned drink , atmosphere all top notch will 100% return for more. read more

I popped in for takeout lunch after recommendation from a friend. The space is eclectic but fun however the immediate eye catcher is the large assortment of craft beers on draft followed by the dozens of brands of bourbon! But... like I said, it was lunch time and I drive a lot so I just grabbed the bison burger and tater tots. The server was welcoming and efficient. I waited for 15 min then left food in hand. The tots were great. Fried and seasoned well. However, the star of the plate, the Buffalo burger, was completely unseasoned. The mayo and blueberry sauce were the only things with tastes. The flavor of the lettuce was overpowering! With Buffalo being such a lean protein you MUST add salt and pepper AT A MINIMUM and there was none. At one point I was rubbing the tots on my preselected bite areas in hope of raising enjoyment! I have tendency to judge all new establishments by their burgers or their wings. These are fundamental dishes that if done poorly, tell me all I need to know about the menu. I would love to come back and try all of the liquid offerings from Thyme... I guess I'll just have to eat somewhere else first. read more

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First and foremost the staff was friendly. We loved our drinks and the ricotta and feta dip appetizer. Unfortunately, our main courses weren't great. I ordered the cajun shrimp and grits. It wasn't very warm when I received it and the shrimp was overly seasoned and overcooked. My boyfriend's bison burger was charcoaled nicely but lacked flavor. read more

The bourbon and beer selection is daunting. The beer tasting option made it fun. The duck was tender and not gamey, but just delicious and lean. I loved this creative food idea and the actual plate didn't disappoint. The fried brussel sprouts were heavy on the oil so be warned. Prices were great and the vibe was welcoming, with a fun theme. read more

Have you ever had so many animal heads surround you during your lunch or dinner? You may feel like the ones here have the Mona Lisa effect, with their eyes following you wherever you go. This wasn't necessarily unsettling, though, unlike our stomachs at the end of our meal. Thyme Kitchen veers towards an in-the-woods ambience, with the weathered barn wood, plant decor, and a whole range of organic and natural elements. While this interior theme and style promotes quite the personality, the food here was a disappointment. The Asian Tuna Tacos was manifestly dreadful, and hard to understand why it was the top recommendation from our waiter. What constitutes a taco, for instance, is filling...which is what this lacked. An inch cube of tuna with some coleslaw on top is not considered a filling. Don't be fooled by the photo I posted, which makes it seem like these wonton crackers are filled to the brim; they placed the ingredients right on the edge to affect and throw off your perception. Perhaps we needed these leftover wonton crackers for the Deconstructed Duck Tamale, which soon became too overpowering to eat with its richness. A side dish should've been served to balance out the fatty element of the duck, such as a salad, but the crackers were sufficient enough to play this role. The Tuna Poke Bowl was decent and a great thing to order here if you want a heartier meal. The bang bang sauce gave out a bursting spice that you'll feel towards the roof of your mouth, and if you get Tajin on the side it will bring out a tangy and salty flavor combination. Though this menu item was more enjoyable than the rest, all five of us left Thyme Kitchen with an aggressive and severe stomach pain. Our discomfort lasted 6+ hours after dining here; which makes you wonder, why did they recommend the tuna so much? read more

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Heard very good things about their fried chicken. But it was a disappointment. The chicken was drenched in some powdery spice mix, which was a tad bit bitter after a point. The chicken was cooked well. The tater tots were good. But the beer was very good. The decor of the place was excellent. The service was good. read more

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Traveling through Peoria we always stop here. My meatloaf sandwich was absolutely delicious!! Service was great read more

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Great service. Delicious food and cocktails. Unique cocktails are available and they were tasty. Our server gave good recommendations and description of food on the menu. read more

Thyme Kitchen and Craft Beer - Gastropubs Near Me - Peoria, Illinois

It's disappointing we normally enjoyed our dining experience. This time was not happy. I made reservations for 6 people for 11:30 dining. They put us in the very dark corner and there were other table open. We can hear kids running around above us very loud. We couldn't read our menu. Food was good, but my parents chicken pot pie was very salty. Very disappointing. read more

I ordered the nachos with pork & WOW! It was a large serving loaded with fresh ingredients & a side of queso. Let me say that the queso alone stole the show! The woman working the register was very nice & helpful. The restaurant is also very clean & they play some great music. A must try! read more

Thyme Kitchen and Craft Beer - Nachos with pork and queso - Gastropubs Near Me - Peoria, Illinois

We went for their brunch, it was delicious! Got their Denver omelette and of course a Bloody Mary. Huge portions of amazing food!

The service was great. Make sure you make a reservation and give yourself at least 2 hours before any event. Food was above average and the liquor selection was amazing. Will definitely be back. read more

Food is amazing! Service is great. Great ambiance in lovely space. Plantains appetizer is heavenly.

Stopped here for lunch with my wife and another couple while visiting Peoria and instantly loved this place! The atmosphere, decor, and overall vibe is very cool...kind of a surprise considering the building exterior and entrance is nondescript. The wall of bourbon is amazing; I literally stood and just stared at it. The staff was quiet but friendly and the food was delicious. My wife and I shared the turkey sandwich with tots. It was delicious and plenty for both of us. I also enjoyed one of the many craft beers they offer served the perfect temperature in the right glass...nice touch. Dear Owner, please copy/paste in St. Louis!!! read more

Great good great service beautiful restaurant what else do you want me to say I am very sleepy and I don't know when I reach 85 characters that is the problem with all the rules and regulations you try and compose read more

This place is so good! Great service and delicious food. The atmosphere is super cool and there is a huge drink selection. read more

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WHISKEY lovers paradise. They had an extensive list of bourbon that you could chose and order as flights. Since this was a work dinner I didn't get any (maybe next time). The restaurant had a great vibe and you could definitely tell it was newer. Our waitress had somebody shadowing her because she was new to the role. She was a natural and did a great job for us. The cheese curds were amazing. They had a crunchy outer layer and the cheese melts in your mouth. The chicken sandwich was okay, it lacked flavor for me. My coworkers said they enjoyed their food selections. Overall I enjoyed our visit and would return next time I'm in town. read more

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Being in town for the next couple of days, it's time to check out the local fair. Stop number 2 was coming here for a take out order this afternoon. I was not asked for a vaccination card nor were the servers wearing masks. Again, what pandemic? I ordered the following: their Turkey Sandwich - Brie, bacon jam, lettuce, tomato, sage aioli, cranberry chutney, on toasted white bread. Their Tuna Poke Bowl and a Chicken Farmhouse salad. While I can't say much about the salad or Tuna Poke (although I did not see much Tuna), I'll mention my order of the Turkey Sandwich. I wish this was served warm but with the Brie either on the side or added while it was cold. Not only was the turkey dry but it was severed cold. This sandwich has the potential to be amazing and it was far from it. The accompanying tots were good. Their is a parking lot for your connivence and plenty of spaces to boot! I bet this place would be fun for snacks and especially drinks only. read more

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We stopped on a Sunday afternoon for a late lunch while dropping our son off at Bradley. We had a lot of running around to do so we didn't want to spend an unnecessarily long time there. We were sat and given two rounds of drinks by our server and we put in an appetizer order with our main entree order. It took about 20 minutes to get our appetizer. We had been there 55 minutes before I asked another waitress about our order. She said she go get our waitress. She (not our waitress) came back and apologized and said our order would be out momentarily. We finally got our meal and I had to ask a different waitress for drinks. And then had to ask another different waitress for our check. We only saw our original waitress as we were ready to walk out. We were there for an hour and 11 minutes, inhaled our meals in 11 minutes, and saw 4 different waitstaff before we saw our server again. First time, last time. Fool me once, never again. read more

Partook in the upstairs area. Many animal heads and a couple of sharks viewing us from the walls. Nonetheless the meatloaf sandwich was very good and the chicken salad was commented to be excellent. Tots were also found to be enjoyable. The deep fried steak and cheese appetizer was also good. Staff was friendly but pretty overworked with the entire upstairs with only one server. The guys who had to bring up the food get extra kudos given the number of trips up the stairs. read more

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