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Arrowsmith, IL · Local Life
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Woman-owned restaurants and cafes to love
In honor of Women’s History Month, let’s celebrate some amazing women in the local food and drink world. Here are some of my favorite woman-owned restaurants and cafes in Champaign-Urbana and the delicious things to enjoy at each one. Art Mart. The OG woman-owned food place of C-U,...
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How Illinois Chicken Spot Turned A Humble VFW Hall Into A Hot Chicken Destination
Some restaurants begin with polished kitchens and investors lined up before the first meal is served. This one started in a VFW hall in Bloomington, Illinois, with folding tables, paper trays, and chicken that sometimes disappeared faster than anyone expected. I remember hearing people talk about it long before I...
Journal Star
These 3 buffets in Peoria were voted the best by readers
Journal Star readers were invited to choose their favorite Peoria-area dining spots for the 2025 Community’s Choice Awards . Here are the top three buffet restaurants in the area as voted on by participants. Winner: Pizza Ranch 4114 N. Brandywine Drive, Peoria (309) 839-1420 pizzaranch.com/locations/il/peoria/4114-n-brandywine-dr 903 W. Jackson St., Morton (309) 263-1200 pizzaranch.com/locations/il/morton/903-west-jackson-st More: Peoria-area businesses celebrated at 2025 Community's Choice Awards Finalist: Double A's Pizza Sports Bar and Grill 7716 IL-91, Peoria (309) 692-0800 doubleapizza.com More: Looking for the best pizza in the Peoria area? Readers recommend these places Finalist: Thanh Linh Vietnamese Restaurant 1209 W. Main St., Peoria (309) 495-0179 More: These Peoria restaurants were voted among the best places to eat This article originally appeared on Journal Star: These 3 buffets in Peoria were voted the best by readers
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This Old-Fashioned Burger Joint In Illinois Has Been A Local Landmark Since 1949
Some places don’t just serve food; they serve memories with a side of nostalgia and a cherry on top. Krekel’s Custard in Decatur, Illinois is one of those rare gems where time moves a little slower, the burgers taste a little better, and the custard is so good you’ll wonder why you ever settled for anything less.
POLLSTAR
Tailgate N’ Tallboys Festival Adds Fourth Day, Headlined By Red Clay Strays
The Tailgate N’ Tallboys festival, produced by Peachtree Entertainment and taking place June 18-21 at the McLean County Fairgrounds in Bloomington, Illinois, has added a fourth day to the event, headlined by the Red Clay Strays. Joining the Red Clay Strays on Sunday are Muscadine Bloodline, Zach John King,...
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5 Best Burger Spots in Peoria, Illinois that Locals Rave About
Peoria has a legit bar‑and‑grill culture, and burgers are one of the things it does best. These five places come up constantly when locals debate the best burger in town. Known for live music and eclectic food, Rhythm Kitchen also happens to serve one of Peoria’s favorite burgers.
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Concert Announcements Coming Soon For Bureau County Fair And Streator Fest
It's that time of the year when summer fairs and festivals tease their summer concert lineup. Folks with the Bureau County Fair will reveal their concert headliner on Saturday morning. Trace Adkins took the Bureau County Fair stage last year. Illinois' longest running fair will be from August 26th thru the 30th this year.