Introducing the second annual Best of Peoria: a list of the people, places and things that make Greater Peoria the best place to live, work and play… according to you!
Thank you for voting. And now... here are the winners of the 2017 Best of Peoria competition!
Arts & Culture
- Best Gallery/Studio: Studios on Sheridan
- Best Visual Artist: Preston Jackson
- Best Performing Artist: JammSammich
- Best Theater Production: The Nutcracker, Peoria Ballet
- Best Public Art Display: Sculpture Walk Peoria
- Best Cultural Attraction: Peoria Riverfront Museum
- Best Artistic Experience for Non-Artists: First Fridays studio tour
Food & Drink
- Best Value: Avanti's Ristorante
- Best Pizzeria: Sugar Wood-Fired Bistro
- Best Dinner Date: Thyme Kitchen + Craft Beer
- Best International Cuisine: Thanh Linh
- Best Happy Hour: Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery
- Best Drink in Town: One World Cafe
- Best Work Lunch: One World Cafe
Business
- Best Entrepreneur: Travis Mohlenbrink
- Best Customer Service: CEFCU
- Best Company for Young Professionals: Maui Jim
- Best Social Media Presence: Washington, Illinois Police Department
- Best Boss: Mark Spenny, CEFCU
- Best Small Business: Whiskey City Architectural Salvage
- Best Modern Workplace: CEFCU
Recreation
- Best Race/Run: St. Jude Runs
- Best Festival: Morton Pumpkin Festival
- Best Place to Take a Stroll: Grandview Drive
- Best Alternative Workout: The Yoga Projekt
- Best Pet-Friendly Place: Bradley Dog Park
- Best Place for Family Fun: Wildlife Prairie Park
- Best Golf Course: Weaver Ridge Golf Club
Community Life
- Best Fundraising Event: St. Jude Runs
- Best Hidden Gem: Whiskey City Architectural Salvage
- Best Landmark: Grandview Drive
- Best Social Butterfly: Stacy Peterson, City of Peoria
- Best Community Supporter: CEFCU
- Best Photo Op: Grandview Drive
- Best School: Bradley University
Check out the winners of the 2016 Best of Peoria competition!