Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery and Eatery

321 NE Madison Ave, Peoria, IL 61603, United States
+1 309-306-0190
$$$ Brewpub , Beer garden , Restaurant
(2780 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery and Eatery in downtown Peoria offers a distinctive brewpub experience set within the shell of a beautifully preserved century-old church. This spot blends a casual, lively beer garden vibe with a full-service restaurant atmosphere, making it a natural gathering place for locals and visitors looking for more than just a meal or a pint.

Stepping inside, you’re greeted by soaring stained glass and exposed brick that add quiet character to what feels like a communal neighborhood hub. The balance between the historic setting and a modern, bustling interior creates an inviting space whether you’re settling in for brunch, grabbing drinks with friends, or enjoying an evening meal after work.

The menu reflects a thoughtful mix of approachable comfort food and creative takes on classic pub fare. Crowd favorites like the Pulled Pork Nachos and Stinger Burger stand out alongside less common items such as Scotch Eggs and Jägerschnitzel with Spaetzle, giving diners plenty of reasons to come back and try something new each visit. Generous portions are a recurring theme, which pairs well with their diverse beer lineup that includes local brews and specialty drinks like the well-liked Strawberry Blonde ale and Signature Cocktails.

Service here tends to be friendly and attentive without feeling rushed, even when the place is busy—something to keep in mind if you drop in during peak hours or weekends. The beer garden out back adds a relaxed, social dimension to the experience; it’s a popular spot for casual hangouts where you can savor a cold one and soak up some Midwestern sun when weather allows.

This is a spot that works well for a range of occasions: a weekend lunch with family, a casual night out with co-workers, or a laid-back date where atmosphere and good flavors take center stage. Locals appreciate the combination of quality ingredients, well-curated drink options, and a setting that feels uniquely tied to Peoria’s downtown.

Pro tip: Arrive a bit early on weekends to avoid wait times, and consider trying the house-made desserts like the Gooey Butter Cake or Kitchen Sink Pie if you have room after a hearty meal.

Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Has live performances
Popular for
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Best for
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 03:00 PM

2780 Reviews
James G

06 Jan 2026

9-20-25 Been here several times over the past couple years and each time it's a great experience. The food, atmosphere, service and patrons are all great! It can get very busy at times so be prepared to spend some time waiting on your order but believe me it's well worth the wait. The fact that it's in an over 100 year old church is awesome in itself. We'll definitely be back soon!

P (K)

02 Jan 2026

A very nice place to get drinks, food and hang out with friends and family. They have a variety of drinks you can order. I ordered Strawberry blonde. It's very good!!! The food here is also impressive. The pulled pork nacho is recommended. The staff here are very nice, friendly and helpful. The atmosphere here is especially beautiful both inside and outside. They decorated the place very well. I enjoyed it!!

Michael

22 Dec 2025

Visiting and could not have asked for a better experience. Perfect combination of good food, quality drinks, premium service a unique but exciting atmosphere. Caitlin and Josh were my servers at the bar. Their dynamics with the customers and the honesty within the menu and products are pristine. My bill was A LOT lower than I had expected. Would come back without doubt.

Tim

30 Nov 2025

Great vibe and atmosphere with nice menu that has some basics (reuben), creative original options (pulled pork willyshoe), and some items you seldom see (scotch eggs). Nice beer selection and drink specials.

Mat & Melissa Muirheid

22 Nov 2025

Stopped in for Saturday lunch. Great food!! I originally thought the prices were high but the portions were freaking amazing! Had the onion rings, bourbon burger, chicken taco flatbread. Tried the blackberry pineapple cocktail ... delicious! Just the right amount of sweet! Ended up taking home a growler of the Strawberry Blonde and a can of the Island. Church was beautiful inside with the sained glass. Really neat atmosphere! Don't forget to get some dog biscuits for your pets! Didn't realize this was here or that there was a location in Springfield Illinois. Would definitely go back!

Don M

01 Nov 2025

Really enjoyed our visit, the place has a great vibe. The atmosphere and building are really fun and unique. The service was fantastic. The food and cocktails were okay, not bad but we're just fair. I'd definitely be back, the atmosphere and service are the real stars here.

Jenn Sorbe

06 Oct 2025

Beautiful stone church turned into an eatery. Was a Presbyterian Church back in 1887. Looks like maybe in the 90s a Freemasonry group bought it and then eventually another family bought it and made it into a restaurant. Some prominent family I think even had their husband's ashes in it at one point...So it has an interesting history. Just do a search on it and you can find out more. The food was good. The fries are battered and tasty. The burger patty was more like a smash patty. I did not eat it with a bun. I asked for it rare and it actually did come with a little pink in it. Tasty meat. My son had the Asian wrap and he loved the flavor and crunch -said it was not too sweet. He enjoyed it. Service. They were all sweet but it felt discombobulated. Like the hostess didn't really know where she was taking people. It took a while for us and other tables to be served or greeted. Almost like they this was they first week open and they're trying to work out the bugs. Not sure what was up, but like I said, they were all sweet and apologetic. (But if you read other reviews, they consistently seem to have this issue. It'd be cool if they can figure it out) I'd like to come back and try their fish fry and the Scotch eggs

Chris McKinney

22 Sep 2025

A little more team-work would have avoided a significant wait til water/ drink orders. I was debating between 3 star and four for service. When a waitress finally did acknowledge our presence, the service was good.... But that took a while. The food was good, very good, the beer was fine, the atmosphere outstandingly beautiful. Typical of Peoria, it was almost ....

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