25 Essential Peoria Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Peoria.
Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant
Arizona
Chain serving family-style Italian fare in a kitschy setting featuring red-&-white tablecloths.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Arizona
Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Arizona
Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.
Ballpark Pizza & Subs
Peoria, Arizona
Low-key strip-mall eatery featuring pizza, subs, wings, calzones, beer & wine, plus sports on TV.
V's Taproom
Peoria, Arizona
New American fare & wood-fired pizzas in a contemporary space with a bar, TVs & large patio.
Wild Horse West
Peoria, Arizona
Adobe structure with a bait shop, general store & no-frills burger & hot-dog joint serving beer.
Wienerschnitzel
Peoria, Arizona
Fast-food chain featuring a variety of hot dogs, plus chili burgers & sandwiches.
Brothers Family Restaurant
Peoria, Arizona
Spacious diner with a vast menu of American comfort food, including meatloaf & breakfast faves.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Peoria, Arizona
High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.
Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant
Peoria, Arizona
Texas-based chain restaurant serving Mexican food & margaritas in a hacienda-style setting.
Rubio's Coastal Grill
Peoria, Arizona
Beach-themed chain known for Baja-style fish tacos & Mexican-inspired seafood entrees.
Ray's Pizza
Peoria, Arizona
No-frills mainstay for counter-serve chicken wings as well as NY-style, thin-crust pies & slices.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Peoria, Arizona
Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
Grande Pizza
Peoria, Arizona
Enduring, family-run joint dishing out New York-style pies, plus subs, wings & classic Italian grub.
Twisted Italian
Peoria, Arizona
Casual eatery serving classic & creative takes on Italian fare, with wines & specialty cocktails.
Yama Sushi House - Premium AYCE Sushi
Peoria, Arizona
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails.
The Links Neighborhood Grill
Peoria, Arizona
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Two Brothers Kitchen BCC and Two Scoops
Peoria, Arizona
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Rubio's Coastal Grill
Peoria, Arizona
Beach-themed chain known for Baja-style fish tacos & Mexican-inspired seafood entrees.
Dillon's Bayou at Pleasant Harbor
Peoria, Arizona
Homey chain branch serving classic American country favorites in a casual setting.
Caminero Mexican Restaurant
Peoria, Arizona
This relaxed, mural-bedecked Mexican cafe features counter-serve burritos, tortas & combo meals.
Hash Kitchen
Peoria, Arizona
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great coffee.
Sala Thai Restaurant
Peoria, Arizona
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
Peoria, Arizona
Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.
Chilleen's on 17
Peoria, Arizona
Cabinlike joint serving all-you-can-eat BBQ plates along with burgers, steaks, seafood & cocktails.