Pekin’s best local businesses

The 90 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

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90 businesses listed0 added this month10 categories

● Updated Aug 20

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Bass Pro Shops
Sporting Goods
Chain known for its large, wilderness-themed stores & wide array of hunting, fishing & outdoor gear.
1000 Bass Pro Shops Dr (East Peoria) · stores.basspro.com ↗
RC Outfitters
Sporting Goods
RC Outfitters is the go-to for dialed-in running shoes, real-deal fittings, and gear that keeps you moving, whether you’re chasing a PR or…
311 Southwest Water Street (Peoria) · rcoutfitters.com ↗
Circle K
Cafes
When you just need a solid cup, a cold drink, and a snack you can eat one-handed, Circle K keeps it simple with hot coffee, cold drinks,…
111 N Capitol St · circlek.com ↗
Derby Pawn
Services
Long-running pawn shop for electronics and jewelry, plus gold, silver, and coins.
814 Derby St · derbypawn.com ↗
Proctor Recreation Center
Services
Community-centered sporting venue with a pool, basketball court and playground.
309 S DuSable St (Peoria) · peoriaparks.org ↗
Fancy Paws Grooming
Pets
For a no-stress spruce up that actually lasts, Fancy Paws Grooming does thoughtful, breed-aware cuts for dogs and cats, gentle baths with…
221 Margaret St · fancypawssalon.top ↗
Furr the Love of Dogs
Pets
When your dog starts resembling a shaggy ottoman, Furr the Love of Dogs brings calm, careful grooming that keeps Pekin pets looking their…
1817 Broadway St · facebook.com ↗ · ✓ checked Sep 10
John H. Gwynn Jr. Park
Parks & Outdoors
Need an easy spot to burn off kid energy or squeeze in a casual pickup game, John H. Gwynn Jr. Park sits right by Carver Recreation Center…
809 W John H Gwynn Jr Ave (Peoria) · peoriaparks.org ↗
Logan Park
Parks & Outdoors
Logan Park packs a splash pad for the kids, three lighted basketball courts for evening pickup, plus a soccer field, a kickball area, and…
1301-1499 S Livingston St (Peoria) · peoriaparks.org ↗
Pekin Glass & Mirror
Other
Glass and mirror shop offering shower and auto glass, plus screens, windows, and gifts.
332 Derby St · pekinglassandmirror.com ↗
Pekin Public Library
Hobbies, Books, & Crafts
Pekin Public Library keeps locals busy with a deep mix of books, e-books, audiobooks, and streaming, plus lively book clubs and…
301 S 4th St · pekinpubliclibrary.org ↗
The Raven The Hare & The Scroll
Hobbies, Books, & Crafts
If your shelves crave something a little witchy, The Raven The Hare & The Scroll mixes thought provoking reads with tarot decks, crystals,…
Inside looks like magick hair salon, 285 Derby St · facebook.com ↗ · ✓ checked Sep 17

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