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    Peoria Artisan Brewery

    4.2 (859 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Heaven R.

    First time here. It was recommended by a colleague. Food was good service was nice. We really wanted to check out the Speakeasy but it was so busy they didn't have room since we didn't make reservations. Rarely ever in this area but if I am I would definitely come back! We loved the live music - played good music!

    PAB wings and Brisket sandwich

    It was good and we enjoyed the brisket sandwich and PAB wings. Staff was cool as we came in late and still got our food nice fresh and hot. Music was live and after that the vibe was relaxing. Thanks for a good meal

    Clandestine
    Dave K.

    They run a burger special on Wednesdays. For $15 you get a burger, fries, and beer. It's a really great deal! Their food is delicious and so was the beer. We sat at the bar and watched the end of the US vs Bosnia World Cup match. The seats are pretty comfortable and the service was excellent. The staff is friendly so give them a try when you're in Peoria.

    Mojito
    Stephanie K.

    Two reviews in one. We absolutely love this place. The food is wonderful the staff are so friendly. I love the feel of the place. It's hard to put into words. The best I can do is welcoming. We will be back. Do yourself a favor and get some pickled celery!

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    Sindy E.

    We love this place, we could eat here everyday but is not cheap to eat here everyday. Service is good, food is good, beer is good. Ambiance is ok too.

    Chicken bites and dirty fries
    Karen M.

    An awesome early dinner on PAB's nice patio. We took advantage of great Happy Hour pricing for food and drink. Our server was patient, helpful, and kind. And did I mention patient? I don't drink much beer any more but I appreciate a good brewskie. She took the time to share some samples and make recommendations. I ended up with the Coffee Stout that was smooooooth and creamy. We also had chicken bites which were phenomenal; Mac and cheese fit for a princess, buffalo cauliflower, and, of course, those dirty fries. I do have to say that I think they've changed the dirty fries since the last time I was there. I remember them as skinnier and lighter and not as heavy. Am I wrong? It's been a while since my last visit. I love it when I bring a guest to an establishment that makes a positive impression on them! I highly recommend PAB. If you haven't been, on the weekends the chef sets up the smoker and makes excellent BBQ along with their always good burgers!!

    PAB Wings
    Brianna S.

    SOLID local restaurant/brewery. The food is made from scratch and very good. We ordered the dirty fries with BBQ, Ranch, Aoli, and cheese fondue. My favorite sauces are definitely the house made BBQ and the Aoli. I think the cheese pairs well with the pretzel app but I feel the cheese fondue lacked a little bit of flavor compared to the other sauces. Delicious ranch here but the way! The fries have a slightly sweet seasoning similar to wingstop and they also taste like fresh cut potatoes. I also ordered the PAB Wings as my meal and they were delicious. They have a dry rub and are tossed in a buffalo sauce. The dry rub is perfectly salty, zesty, slightly acidic/sweet. The buffalo is not your typical buffalo that has a straight forward vinegar flavor and it's much lighter which actually pairs much better with that tasty dry rub. It is paired with pickled veggies. Personally I still prefer celery/carrots just because it's a classic and is much more mellow to pair with the flavorful wings but I am a pickle lover so I still enjoyed it. I am a beer drinker but I don't necessarily explore a lot of breweries unless I'm there for the food. I really enjoyed one of their beers I ordered and they also had one of my favorite beers - Cali Creamin. They do have a speakeasy located in the restaurant called Barley and Smoke which requires a reservation to visit. To enter you must go through the kitchen and I definitely want to visit it sometime in the near future. Service was great and the food came out in a timely manner. The restaurant itself is fairly small but every time we have gone, which is twice as of now, there hasn't been a wait. Very casual and there is also outdoor seating. Our waitress both times were great! I asked about the speakeasy this last time and she gave me a print out which was sort of an invitation to the speakeasy. I'm glad I asked so I can make a reservation. I would highly recommend this place! Delicious food, good beer, and exceptional service!

    WEDNESDAY SPECIAL!

    Been a bit since I've been. About 3 or so weeks! I hadn't been in on a Sunday, so here is what happened! Greeted at the door and sat promptly! At the back wall where I can see everything! It was fairly busy at 1:00 pm, a lot of staff and they were on it . The food was good as always. I appreciate that they have brunch menu. And it gives you a good selection to choose from. Today PAB burger and dirty fries! Wife had brisket sandwich without the egg! Both were excellent! Requested an old fashion and it was excellent tasted just like the others that I've had from other bartenders. Being consistent with food and drinks is impressive especially the drinks! (They're very easily poured differently) If you haven't been you gotta go!!

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    Vlad V.

    I checked out Peoria Artisan Brewery on a dreary Wednesday evening for dinner and some brews. Located in a shopping center next to a sports bar, the parking lot was pretty packed but there were open spots. I made my way to the front and was seated at a booth in the corner next to the kitchen. Ambiance (4/5): While a relatively small bar/restaurant, Peoria Artisan Brewery has a lot of charm. This gastropub has great ambiance and you can choose to sit at the bar or at a table or booth. There's a window where you can see where their beer is brewed which is pretty awesome. My only real complaint is that they have single bathrooms, one male and one female. That means you're going to be waiting if someone is in there. Service (4.5/5): Our waitress did a great job taking care of us. The perfect mix of attentiveness, a friendly nature, and efficiency. While they close at 9 on Wednesdays, which is pretty early, they allowed us to stay a little later than closing time and didn't rush us to leave or anything. Drinks (4/5): Like I do at most breweries, I went with a flight so I could get a good variety. There were really only 4 beers that stroke my fancy on the menu: a hefeweizen, two lagers, and an amber ale. I'm not a big fan of IPAs or dark beers so this automatically knocked out some of the options. All four beers were tasty but they have different prices so keep that in mind: you're going to pay a different price for a flight depending on the beers you select. They also have a full menu of wine and cocktails which is not something you come across at a lot of breweries. Food (4.5/5): Our waitress told me that everything is made from scratch which I always appreciate. They have a special on Wednesday where you can get their burger with bacon jam, fries, and a beer for $13.50. Great deal so this is what I went with. No substitutions are allowed so if you don't like something, you're going to have to take it off yourself. They also ask you how you'd like your burger cooked. Mine came out juicy and the bacon jam added some nice sweetness to complement the fluffy brioche bun. Add some cheese and a large tomato and you have yourself a solid burger. The fries were also delicious and sprinkled with salt and pepper. You get both ketchup and an aioli as dipping sauces. If burgers aren't really your thing, they also have daily specials (including taco Tuesday) and happy hour (with discounts on appetizers and drinks). Plus, a full menu of other sandwiches, soups, salads, and entrees. And they have smoked specials Thursday-Sunday. I love good deals. Here's the icing on the cake. There's a speakeasy inside. While I didn't get a chance to check it out, I will definitely return to do so.

    SALMON Miso Glaze|Crispy Rice|Cucumber Kimchi Salad
    Stephanie V.

    We were back in for a Saturday lunch on this last day of August. Again, the service and the food was amazing. We decided to try something new. We ordered: BURRATA - Tomato, Peach, Grilled Bread, Pumpkin Seeds, Basil, Balsamic Reduction to share as a starter. I loved this dish. The peaches were nice and hard, not mushy. I loved how they tasted with the Burrata and the tomatoes & acid were a nice touch. The bread on the side was also very good. Hubs commented on the bread as well. SMOKED CLASSICS - From Thursday thru Saturday, Chef Michael presents classic house smoked BBQ influenced by Southern and Southwest Cooking Style & Culture. Today it was the Pulled Pork Sandwich. The sandwich was pretty darn good. I also really loved the pickles and sauce. I'm surprised I ate almost the entire thing. I got lots of yummy burnt ends. The pulled pork was flavored well. BREWER'S SALAD - a special today of Farro, Arugula, Butternut Squash, Beets, Green Apple, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, & Brewer's Vinaigrette tossed in. (This vinaigrette was so yummy. It was made in-house with Freedom American Lager, Champagne Vinegar, Thyme, Mustard, & other ingredients) Must Try! WINGS - 6 or 8 w/ Pickled Vegetables Choice: Dry Rub, Buffalo or PAB Hot. We got eight wings with PAB Hot. Hubs said they were very good large traditional wings with a very crisp skin but moist meat. SALT N PEPPER FRIES - outside crispy and very good according to Hubs!

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    Sarah S.

    What a great find! This was a nice break from the neighborhood chains. Very clean and hipster vibes inside. We ordered the Government Cheese app, which was ok. Would skip next time. My husband had a burger and fries and I had the Italian Beef. Both were good... not amazing- but good. What made the sandwiches stand out was the amazing quality of beef. We are excited to try more food. Service was great.

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    Thank you so very much. Shrimp n Grits are my favorite!!!! Cheers!

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    It was my first time eating here. The PAB burger was the best burger I've ever had! We had great service as well.

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    We ate out on the patio. Great service and really good food. Their BBQ is amazing. Hope to return soon.

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    Ask the Community - Peoria Artisan Brewery

    Does this place have anything to eat that's Gluten Free?

    Yes there are a broad range of GF and many that can be slightly modified. Your server would love to assist.

    Do you have your full Bloody Mary bar today?

    We are doing loaded Bloodys every Sunday so it will come with lemon lime celery summer sausage pepper onion cheese pickle and stuff. So they are loaded up but not the bar till probably when the weather cools down. Thank you

    Is there any msg in your food (very allergic)?

    Hello. Can you please let us know what we need to do to help support your business? We do not want to lose you in our community. How much many food orders or how much beer do you need to sell a day to help you stay afloat?…

    Thank you so very much. We need as many people that are able to enjoy take out food and beverages as much as possible. We are hanging in there due to the awesome support of our community. Regular ordering and great topping will help us get through… 

    How much are Flights of beer?

    It depends on what beers are ordered. The individual 6oz pours range typically between $3 - $4 so a flight of four beers from $12-16 total of 24oz of beer. Cheers.

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    Chose to come here for dinner with friends…read more Chillax vibe. Host was very friendly and we made it for Trivia Tuesday!!!!! Our server was very attentive and checked on us eer so often. We all got beers. They have rotating craft beers and on this trip, they had a selection of 12. My colleagues got strawberry Bitch and I got the nitro blonde honey ale called Show your Stripes. We ordered the jalapeko Bomber Dip to start - it came with 3 pieces of toasted baguette and chips. This dip is delicious - nicely spiced. Our entrees were delicious as well. One friend got the biria dip- half portion with cheese curds, the other friend got holy yum burger with cheese curds. I got the thai chicken sando with sweet potato waffle fries. Chicken was suitably spiced and tender. Pickled onions were delicious paired with the carrots and sauce. Ooo n the waffle fries- crispy and delicious. It stayed crispy for very long too. Even though we couldnt eat anothet bite. - we challenged ourselves further with donuts lol And boy were we glad we did! Crispy tender lightly dusted with cinnamon and sugar. And cane with hot fudge and vanilla glaze on the side!! And to top it off, the sunset trivia!!! It was fun!! We love this! Unfortunately, since we are from out of town. Id say we will be back when we are in this area. 5 STARS!!!!

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    My friend lives in the area and was the one who first told me about this place. The second she…read morementioned that it was a speakeasy attached to a restaurant, I was already sold. We made plans to check it out, and since that first visit I've probably been back three times -- and every single experience has been wonderful. If you sit at the bar, you can watch the chefs cook right in front of you while the bartenders make your drinks, which is such a fun experience. The cocktails are amazing, and the staff always has great recommendations if you're not sure what to order. But the FOOD is a whole other story. Everything I've tried here has been incredible. I genuinely don't think I've ordered a single thing that I didn't love. The atmosphere might be one of my favorite parts, though. It has this beautiful, expensive, upscale feeling without actually being ridiculously expensive. It's so nice to have something like this on the West Side where you can get dressed up and have a nice birthday dinner or date night and feel like you're somewhere special without the price tag being completely crazy. The staff is amazing, the service has consistently been great, the cocktails are fantastic, and the food is incredible. After multiple visits, I can confidently say this has become one of my favorite spots and easily one of the best places in Peoria. I absolutely love it here and will continue coming back!

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