Peoria’s best local businesses

The 165 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Sep 17

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165 businesses across 14 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants44 places · newest: Chicago Grill, Aug 2
• 02Beauty12 places · newest: Oasis Hair Salon, Aug 2
• 03Shopping9 places · newest: Branded Country Wear LLC, Aug 2
• 04Entertainment16 places · newest: Lakeview Park Splashpad, Aug 2
• 05Nightlife17 places · newest: Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery and Eatery, Aug 2
• 06Bakeries & Sweets11 places · newest: Panaderia Ortiz Bakery, Aug 2
• 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage9 places · newest: South Side Mission Thrift Store, Aug 2
• 08Health & Wellness3 places · newest: Monarch and Maven Recovery Spa, Aug 2
• 09Arts & Culture10 places · newest: Peoria Academy of Dance and Art, Aug 2
• 10Home & Garden8 places · newest: Ashley Store + Outlet, Jul 21
• 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts5 places · newest: Flores Music, Aug 2
• 12Sporting Goods6 places · newest: Bushwhacker, Aug 2
• 13Parks & Outdoors5 places · newest: Logan Park, Aug 2
• 14Pets6 places · newest: My Dog's Bakery, Aug 2

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Businesses in categories too small for their own page — yet.

• Northwoods Mall

  Other

  Brand-name retailers, fast food, bowling & bungee trampolines are the draw at this established mall.

  2200 W War Memorial Dr · northwoodsmall.net ↗

• The Shoppes at Grand Prairie

  Other

  Modern outdoor mall featuring specialty & name-brand retailers & a mix of casual & upscale eateries.

  5201 W War Memorial Dr #322 · shoppesatgrandprairie.com ↗

• Proctor Recreation Center

  Services

  Community-centered sporting venue with a pool, basketball court and playground.

  309 S DuSable St · peoriaparks.org ↗

• River Kitty Cafe

  Cafes

  River Kitty Cafe is Peoria's first full time cat cafe, meaning your coffee comes with purrs and the chance to meet adoptable floofs from…

  3226 N University St · riverkittycafe.com ↗

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