The best bars & nightlife in Peoria
17 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery and Eatery pours its own craft brews next to an 1889 stunner, then backs them up with flatbread pizzas, pub…
West Town Tap
NightlifeWest Town Tap is West Peoria’s gathering place for stack-high pancakes, hearty skillets and omelets, then shifts to burgers, BBQ staples,…
West Town Tap
NightlifeCarrigan's Pub
NightlifeFamily-run eatery with a tavern feel specializing in tenderloins and fried chicken.
Carrigan's Pub
NightlifeDuck's | Farmington Rd.
NightlifeDuck's | Farmington Rd. keeps it simple and fun with classic burgers, stackable sandwiches, and shareable pizzas, plus a steady run of live…
Duck's | Farmington Rd.
NightlifeNightjar
NightlifeNightjar keeps downtown sipping interesting with creatively twisted, seasonal cocktails, rare spirits, and a tight craft-beer lineup. They…
Nightjar
NightlifeJukebox Comedy Club
NightlifeJukebox Comedy Club delivers cozy, no-frills vibes with open mic nights that spotlight hometown talent and a steady stream of touring…
Jukebox Comedy Club
NightlifeThe Bar at Ardor
NightlifeThe Bar at Ardor is the intimate hideout for cocktails that mirror Ardor’s ingredient-driven, wood-fired ethos, with a menu inspired by…
The Bar at Ardor
NightlifeWhen only crispy, golden goodness and a cold drink will do, The Owls Nest - West Peoria Bar & Grill has you covered with legit fried…
Thyme Kitchen and Craft Beer
NightlifeThyme Kitchen and Craft Beer is your Warehouse District go-to this week, pouring 40 beers alongside 250 bourbons with a menu of sandwiches,…
Thyme Kitchen and Craft Beer
NightlifeRhodell Brewery
NightlifeRhodell Brewery, Central Illinois’ oldest operating brewery, has been crafting small-batch beers since 1998, with a constantly rotating…
Rhodell Brewery
NightlifePour BROS. Craft Taproom
NightlifePour Bros. Craft Taproom in Peoria Heights lets you run the show with Illinois' first pour-your-own tap system, plus wines, cocktails, and…
Pour BROS. Craft Taproom
NightlifeMartinis On Water Street
NightlifeMartinis On Water Street shakes, stirs, and occasionally dazzles with over 100 martinis, plus live music that makes Tuesday feel like…
Martinis On Water Street
NightlifeThe Missing Zither
NightlifeThe Missing Zither is a cozy hideout mixing thoughtful cocktails and pouring legit craft beers, perfect when you want conversation to be…
The Missing Zither
NightlifeIndustry Brewing Co.
NightlifeIndustry Brewing Co. pours Peoria-proud beers, lets you grab crowlers to go, and pairs it all with arcade and vintage Nintendo fun. Grab a…
Industry Brewing Co.
NightlifeCrusens Live Farmington Road
NightlifeCrusens Live Farmington Road is the no-fuss spot for pizza, tenderloins, and live music that actually gets you out of the house, plus a…
Crusens Live Farmington Road
NightlifeFriendly Valley Tavern
NightlifeWhether you’re there for cold drinks under the sky or a Jammin on the Lawn night, Friendly Valley Tavern turns live music into a…
Friendly Valley Tavern
NightlifeRosie’s Wine Bar
NightlifeAt Rosie’s Wine Bar, it’s all about good wine, good food, good people in the Heights. Slide in for a glass worth drinking and bread worth…
Rosie’s Wine Bar
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