Simply put: incredible food, amazing service. Was in town working with a small crew, asked the customer if they had any recommendations for lunch - was told by several people the ONLY place they would recommend is Billy's Tap... for lunch, dinner, and beverages. This place is happening, we came in at 11:15am, grabbed a table and by 11:30(ish) was standing room only with people waiting for an opening... and I can tell you why: FOOD WAS AMAZING! We tried a few different appetizers (spicy green beans are a new favorite)... but I don't think I've ever been out with a group that was 100% satisfied and surprised (all around)... Billy's Tap is a bar, but there's no doubt they are also one hell of a restaurant... try it, you will NOT be disappointed! read more

They have some of the best burgers and fries I've ever had! Highly recommend Billy's Tap for service, too. One of our favorite spots. We like the "local pub" atmosphere. Makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. read more

Review Date: June 6th, 2016 Aside from beer, they have deliciousness on tap. I think I discovered this place while looking at online lists of unique or delicious places to try. I figured Canton isn't a terribly long drive for me if I made it a day to travel and see other things around Billy's Tap. Guess what. That's exactly what my girlfriend and I did. We made plans to check out the Tap and other places in the area. We rolled up on a quiet afternoon. Canton is a small town so I assume most days are quiet around there. We stopped before entering to take some fun photos with the giant log painted on the wall. Well, I posed for some photos. My shy girlfriend isn't one to draw attention to herself... being shy and all. We headed in and were greeted by an excellent pub. The place had this classiness to it that I didn't expect from a small town. I could see how this place was on a few list of 'must try' places. None of that matters if the food is awful though, so we grabbed a seat and go to ordering. BBQ bacon burgers are our usual menu item to order and we were able to order something along those lines at Billy's Tap. Since we still had some driving and exploring to do, we declined to get too much food and be miserable. Just the bacon burgers and we split some french fries. Our waitress was small-town friendly and made some small talk while we sat there, taking in the scenery. I can't express how amazed I was at how nice this place was. I was also amazed at the sight of our food when it came out. Despite getting an order of french fries to split between us, there was a huge pile of them that could've been a meal of it's own. As for the slab of meat between the patties, that just looked fantastic. I was amazed at the interior. I was amazed at how the food looked. Was I amazed at how it tasted. Heck yes, I was. Each bite of the burger was succulent and full of juices and flavor. Each bite was heaven for this carnivorous man. The bacon had that nice crisp to it that I loved while remaining greasy at the same time. It's how I cook my bacon at home. The meat patty was the same. Juicy but not to the point where it would leave juices running down your chin. This thing was easily a Top 10 if not Top 5 burger for me. The only thing it was missing was the BBQ sauce but that's not going to count against it. Just a personal preference. Again, I could see why this place made it on some lists. This place seems somewhat unassuming on the outside but the second you walk in, you know you are in for a treat. Sadly it's just too far away for me to try again but I am glad to have tried it the one time. I wonder what the delivery cost would be to have one brought to me.... read more

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i'd like to go out on a limb and say best burgers in fulton county! we go every chance we get!!! read more

Good drinks but terribly slow food service. Was told meals would take an hour, but in reality took more than 90 minutes.

One of the coolest dives I've been into. The staff was awesome, great selection of all types of drinks (including craft, which is awesome). I went to a few bars in the area, but this one was definitely the most memorable. We even got to keep our Billy's Tap branded glasses since we were tourists and wanted to remember the place! Good job! read more

Again Yelp did it again. What a terrific place. Has outdoor and indoor seating. This is a must visit if you are in Canton. The staff could not be nicer. You could see that they enjoyed their jobs. The food was outstanding, I had the reuben and my guest had the burger. We also had a mexican egg roll. Service and food was outstanding. I will be back. Check their hours. Seems that they are only open until 2 PM. read more

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Heard about this place's burgers so decided to stop in to see what all the fuss was all about. As soon as we came up to the building we smelt a delicious aroma. Opened the door to find the place packed wall to wall. Tonight's feature was build your own burger or build your own pizza. I had the pizza and the hubby had the burger. DELICIOUS!!!! Prices were CHEAP and portions were more than generous. Atmosphere was up to date with huge TV'S and modern decor. Fun lively crowd and music. We will definitely be coming back on a regular basis!!! read more

Billy's Tap - Bars Near Me - Canton, Illinois

On the recommendation of my uncle we lunched at Billy's Tap! I had been wanting a Fried Pork Tenderloin sandwich and they had one on the menu here. Great sandwich just how I remember this Midwest staple to be. The menu had several options and a lot of folks seem to like their burgers there so next time I visit I may have to try that. Billy's Tap has been around Canton since about 1948 and looks to be one of those old school established places, that has been revamped a bit for a newer generation of customer. Lunch time is usually crowded according to my uncle and the place has a fairly small kitchen so if you visit on a crowded day make sure you plan plenty of time for lunch. Also looks like the have a DJ on some nights and may be sort of a club environment in the evenings. Full bar and a decent selection of beer and good menu, Can't really go wrong with a stop at Billy's Tap. read more

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Best burger place in canton service isn't the greatest but it's worth it. Pizza is also really good.

Out of towner. Only here for two days and this is my second time eating here. AWESOME pizza and burgers. Staff is awesome too. Friendly and fast. I will be back the next time I'm here. read more

Billy's Tap - Bars Near Me - Canton, Illinois

Billy's Tap is a nice bar/restaurant to visit in Canton. It's clean, spacious, and service is nice. Wait time for the food does take quite awhile, so be prepared to drink and clear your schedule. For out-of-town burger lovers, this place is a necessary stop if you are in Canton. Their menu boasts about how they have the best burgers in Canton. I am inclined to agree with them. I especially loved their bleu burger. It was loaded with onions and bleu cheese. The hamburger patty was cooked perfectly and very flavorful. On the other hand, other menu items such as their appetizers and sandwiches tend to fall short. My coworkers were not a fan of their philly steak, fish sandwich, Mini corn dogs, or Reuben. It is a nice stop for lunch if you are in Canton or passing through. read more

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I was looking for a place with decent carry out food for lunch as I am not dining in during the pandemic. Both the Yelp listing and Google Maps indicated they have takeout. I walked up to the bar and told the waitress I wanted to order takeout. She said we don't do takeout, dine in only, and kept walking. No apologies, no nothing. I have no idea whether the food is good. read more

Great old school bar with a great beer selection. They have tons of big flat screen TV's and their food is amazing. Try build your own burger night on Wednesday nights. One of the best burgers I've ever had and there are some many topping options, you can have it different every time. read more

Billy's Tap - Look at this damn good burger! - Bars Near Me - Canton, Illinois

Hamburger was juicy and tasty. The potato bun was fresh and buttered off the grill. They are open for lunch Monday thru Saturday from 11 - 2. Wednesday night they serve a Build Your Own Burger or Build Your Own Flatbread Pizza from 5 PM - 9 PM. The tavern has been owned and operated by the same family for three generations. We will definitely be stopping by for lunch again. read more

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Sat down and had to approach the server and ask for menus. We were informed they don't serve food on Tuesdays. Would be nice if that was shared in the future. Place looked decent though so if I'm ever back here, I'll have to revisit. read more

Want a great sandwich and a beer? Billy's Tap is the place to go! Can't beat the atmosphere, great food and nice drink selection. read more

Enjoy the food and service is great. Because of a small kitchen it does take time to get you meal. They are adding on and I have heard enlarging the kitchen. Fantastic blue cheese burgers. read more

Billy's has some of the best food in Canton! The crab rangoon and fried pickles are my favorite appetizers. Wednesday night is build-a-burger night and it's to die for! read more

Billy's Tap - Wednesday nights are build-a-burger menu where you can customize everything! So yummy! - Bars Near Me - Canton, Illinois

This is not only the best bar but it is also the best burgers you can ever get. The staff is lovely and the owner Ashley is legitimately concerned about your entire experience in her establishment. If you are ever in Canton I highly recommend this as a must visit. You will never find anything like it anywhere else. read more

While in Canton for the Arts Fair, friend and I came upon Billy's Tap. What a pleasant surprise to find this Gem just a short walk from the square. We were greeted immediately by a very friendly server, drinks served (beer with ice cold mugs), and food ordered. I see now that the hamburgers are what keep folks coming back, however the sweet potato fries and the dipping sauce were so good that we were both giddy and asked for the recipe, the owner herself came over and shared. Thank you! As for my vegetarian loving self; I was able to order a grilled cheese with portabella mushrooms. Very good choice! read more

Was in town for nearby disc golf and saw the universally positive reviews on Yammer. Was very happy they were open on Labor Day. Burger was juicy and delicious, as promised!!! read more

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Selected this place based upon reviews and all 6 of us were not disappointed. Burgers were tasty, fries hot and crispy, and service was excellent. They.have an extremely small kitchen and they handled the full restaurant rather well. Interesting decor, clean bathrooms and tasty reasonably priced food well worth the stop. read more

Back from Denver visiting parents. Asked Facebook where to go to lunch. Hands down multiple quick responses said #BillysTap and to try the #Burgers. Well we did and they are fantastic. Super thick 1/2 pound Patty a truly beautifully flavored juicy burger smothered in fresh melted cheese and bacon. $7 bucks for real? Was amazing and filling. Could have easily split a meal lol. Also the #FriedPickles we're literally the best we've ever had and we get the often and at many places. #MozzSticks were boss as well. Great atmosphere and service just wait awhile patiently for the food as it's worth it for being freshly cooked. What a Canton staple now for us. Glad I introduced my parents to Billy's as well. Thanks for the great meal...we will be back. read more

Great food and service. Atmosphere is fantastic. Our favorite place for lunch. Owner is friendly and hands on with her business.

Amazing! We are not from the area. We we're passing through and hungry. Found Billy's on Yelp, figured we could check it out. Great environment. Wait staff was very friendly and attentive. Food was wonderful. Generous portions and great attention to detail! Much, much better than your average "bar food". Husband is a chef and was very happy with the burger he got. (He's hard to please when dining out) And prices were surprising. We had 2 blue moons and 2 full lunch items....all for 19 bucks! Wished I lived in the area, I would definitely frequent Billy's. read more

I'm a Billys regular, especially in the evening. I really can't say enough about this establishment. Billys opens for lunch at 11 and serves food until 2, Monday through Saturday. The lunch special changes daily and, at least a few times a week or so, will feature something that you are unlikely to find in other restaurants in town. The burgers there are, in my opinion, top notch. Hands down, there isn't a better place in Canton for a burger. There are plenty of other awesome lunch options, but the burgers are where it's at. If you're looking for a couple beers and a burger; look no further. Here the meal will cost you around $20 if you're drinking craft beer. After lunch is over at 2 it's drinks all day. You can also order frozen pizzas that are cooked behind the bar for about $8, if I remember correctly. The drink selection here is off the charts, especially for a smaller town. I'm a craft beer guy and always find something to keep my interest up here. A good craft beer will usually run you about $3.50 or so, but occasionally something rare will pop up on draft and that may run a bit more. Totally worth it. The place is clean and the service is always great. If you haven't been to Billys Tap and have the chance to then you really should. You won't regret the experience! read more

I am new to the town of Canton. I was blow away at how good the food is here. The beer selection is the best in town, not to mention the friendly atmosphere, good music, and friendly people. I would highly recommend this establishment to anyone who lives in Canton or traveling through. read more

I will be back! Delish!!! Ordered Burger and sweet potatoes fries! YUMMY!!!

The best burger in the Peoria area. High quality ingredients and excellent craft beers. Definitely a must try for anyone within driving distance. read more

Clean facility, friendly service, excellent cold beer selection and delicious burgers!!

Best burgers in town!! Very good beer selection to go with your food. Nice family friendly bar early to take kids to also!!

Good bar food! Wife got a decent Rueben while I had the very good beer-battered Cod. Sides of Asiago pasta salad (meh) and fries (good). Nice interior and atmosphere. Cold beer. Great service. read more

Delicious food! A true rarity for Canton! Build-a-burger night on Wednesday will actually change your life - best burgers ever with your choice of delicious toppings, breads, and sauces! read more

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Great food and great atmosphere but it takes an hour to get your food. If I come back I will call ahead. Lunch hour is only an hour long. Really don't have time to eat here. I would recommend eating here because the food is good if you have a few hours to waste. read more

Love it and I mean LOVE IT! My wife and I had lunch today at Billy's. Great waitress, = friendly, knowledgable, helpful. She was top notch. Owner was friendly, told us that she was 3rd or 4th generation. The burgers and slaw were 7 star. Cleaner than most homes. Both the men's and ladies rooms were spotless! I really enjoyed our first visit and look forward to many more. read more

There is good foods. And their moods fantastic! No expensive. Especially burger is good.

I ordered the Bella burger, fries and a soda. Amazing burger topped with sautéed portabella mushrooms, and cheese. It was huge, and very delicious. All for a cost of $9.00. Hands down, the best burger around read more

What a great place! Very friendly staff we received terrific service. If you ever find yourself in Canton, Il, I highly recommend stopping in at Billy's for a cold one! read more