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Bars in Downtown Peoria, Illinois

By Trela Raleigh

Bars in Downtown Peoria, Illinois
After a round of golf at Newman or Madison Park Golf Course, a cold cocktail or bite to eat can really put a nice finish on the evening. Downtown Peoria has the waterfront and historical appeal. Located just off Interstate-74, it is easy to get there no matter where in Peoria, or beyond, you are staying.

Kelleher's Irish Pub

Kelleher's Irish Pub offers food and drink in a renovated warehouse in Peoria's downtown riverfront. The bar opened in 2001 and the ambiance has tried to incorporate pieces of Peoria history with Irish memorabilia. The menu features Irish fare such as bangers and mash, as well as American dishes like crab cake sandwiches. Diverse selections of beers on tap and bottled and a generous offering of whiskey, scotch and bourbon are the Irish cocktails with plenty of local favorites as well. Kelleher's is opened every day but Sunday.

Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery
619 SW Waters St.
Peoria, IL 61602
(309) 673-6000
kellehersirishpub.com

Sully's Pub and Cafe

Open since 1973, Sully's Pub & Cafe is one of the oldest bars and restaurants in downtown Peoria. Reminders of visits from famous patrons to local regulars alike adorn the walls of Sully's. For an evening at this bar, try watching a game on one of their 30 LCD televisions, grabbing a bite to eat from their menu or enjoying one of their more than 40 different cold beers. Sully's is opened until 4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, but is closed on Sunday.

Sully's Pub & Cafe
121 SW Adams St.
Peoria, IL 61602
(309) 674-0238
sullyspubandcafe.com

Martinis on Water Street

For a taste of history and a cold cocktail, Martinis on Water Street is the place to be in downtown Peoria. Martinis is located in the former Rock Island Depot, now known as River Station. Offering more than 100 different martinis, this bar lives up to its name. Check Martinis calendar for entertainment and special events. Enjoy warmer weather and riverfront vista in the beer garden. Martinis is open seven days a week.

Martinis on Water Street
212 SW Waters Street
Peoria, IL 61602
(309) 655-5003
martinisonwater.com

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Trela Raleigh has been a freelance writer for less than a year. She attended Illinois College and Southwest Illinois College studying a variety of different courses in education, computers, and business. She enjoys covering a variety of topics.
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