Local Restaurants in Peoria, IL

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April 23, 2024

ONE WORLD

Overview: At the corner of Main St and University St, right at the heart and soul of Campustown, is a giant sign that “ONE WORLD” with a giant marquee on the side reading off new menu items. ONE WORLD has… Continue reading
April 17, 2024

Tadoughs

Overview: Have you ever heard of a potato doughnut? Neither have I, until today. Tadoughs, offering two locations in Pekin and Peoria, was previously known to many as ‘Spudnut Donuts’ combines a secret recipe with a not-so-secret recipe (potatoes) to… Continue reading
April 8, 2024

Great Harvest Bread Co.

Overview: When driving on Adams St in the Metropolitan area of downtown Peoria, there are two of the largest buildings in the city: the OSF headquarters and the Caterpillar offices. Sitting right on the corner of both of those is… Continue reading
April 4, 2024

Troy Ummel’s Connected

Overview: Have you ever driven down University St in Peoria and as you drive past the Walmart you think to yourself “Where are all of the hanging lights coming from?” Trust me, this has happened to me far too many… Continue reading
March 25, 2024

Sunny House Chinese Restaurant

Overview: Campustown in Peoria, IL is known for having many options of food places that range from local restaurants to chains such as Subway and Pizza Hut. As you make your way through the strip of places to eat it,… Continue reading
March 20, 2024

ARDOR Breads and Provisions

Overview: As you take a trip by the Peoria riverfront, you start walking along and notice the large train station that, if you have previously read on my blog, contains the restaurant known as Blue Duck. As you venture a… Continue reading
March 13, 2024

Sugar Wood-Fired Bistro

Overview: Located in the heart of Peoria’s Warehouse District, Sugar Wood-Fired Bistro is one of seven restaurants that are a part of the “Spice Hospitality” Group started by founder Travis Mohlenbrink. Sugar’s menu is inspired by traditional wood fired ovens,… Continue reading
March 5, 2024

Thanh Linh Vietnamese Restaurant

Overview: Labeled on Google as a “Humble Vietnamese outlet offering ample portions of traditional soups & stir-fries, plus buffets”, Thanh Linh in Campustown by Bradley University offers a wide selection of Vietnamese dishes, with ample being the perfect adjective. Serving… Continue reading
February 27, 2024

Hokkaido Restaurant

Overview: Within the Peoria area, there are many different kinds of restaurants that serve Asian cuisines, from sushi bars to Chinese take-out and even Vietnamese dishes. However, it is very hard to find a place that combines each of these… Continue reading
February 18, 2024

Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Bar

Overview: The ‘Shoppes at Grand Prairie’ is one of the most lively areas in the city of Peoria, with plenty of offerings that range from clothing stores, a movie theater, home goods stores, and many restaurants. Sitting right in between… Continue reading

My name is Joshua Falco, and I am an aspiring marketing professional. Originally from the Chicagoland area, I moved to central Illinois to receive an education from Bradley University in Peoria IL, where I have gained a wealth of knowledge and experience for marketing. I have an admiration for trying new things (especially restaurants) and hope to one day be able to travel the world, and would like to use this platform to share with others the experiences I have had over the years at school.

Growing up in the Chicagoland area, while I have had my exposure to many local businesses, the central focus of restaurant culture is based on chains and franchises. When coming to Central Illinois, and specifically the Peoria area, I realized that is not the case here, which is why I started this blog. It would be amazing for more people to have this same experience and begin a journey just like the one I am embarking on.